Ken Griffey Jr.'s Masters Photography Journey Documented in 'Photographer No. 24'

A new documentary titled 'Photographer No. 24' follows baseball Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr.'s photographic work at the Masters Tournament. The film, streaming on Peacock, captures his experience as an amateur photographer at Augusta National Golf Club during the prestigious golf event. Bob Martin, Managing Editor of Masters Photography, initially expressed skepticism about Griffey's participation but ultimately praised his commitment and improvement. Martin emphasized the need for distinctive, creative images that capture the essence of the Masters rather than generic stock shots. Griffey photographed Rory McIlroy's first Masters victory, producing work that earned Martin's approval. The documentary provides insight into professional sports photography, detailing how photographers approach scenes to tell compelling stories. Griffey reflected on his learning process, noting his increased awareness of composition, lighting, and positioning to create narrative-driven photographs. The 2026 Masters Tournament begins on April 9 at Augusta National.