Exploring beauty and fashion in a nearly gravity free aquatic setting can be a real challenge. Casting model Heidi, who is a natural underwater, was a great fit for this project. In order to direct […]
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Exploring Composition
During a photo shoot, careful observation is key while composing an image. One should take the time needed to frame your scene so the resulting image meets your intentions. Often times however, the final composition […]
Pipe Dream
While visiting Michigan’s upper peninsula, I collaborated with art model Mila who was familiar with several amazing locations there. When we came upon some abandoned and decaying pipes, I was struck by the contrast between […]
Photoluminescence Series
These images are from a series I call “Photoluminescence”. The series presented many challenges, but was a fun adventure exploring the possibilities. Using fluorescent acrylic paint on the background, the set was illuminated with eight four […]
What I See
Photographing the human form has led me on a journey of seemingly endless possibilities. What might seem an easy task on the outset, isn’t that easy at all, as there are many avenues of exploration. […]
Movement and Dance
Creating images with dancers is a passion of mine. I feel the essence of portraying movement in a still image can be a challenge at times, but after all, movement is the ethos of dance! […]
Boxed in
This image is from the ongoing project called “Box Series”. It was inspired by Ruth Bernhard’s classic photograph “In the Box” (1962). Anonymous model. I love the juxtaposition of the human form within the confines […]
Light and Shadow
This is from a project with art model Cecelia Shaw. The low key quality adds a bit of mystery and drama. Ms. Shaw’s background in dance was an asset in adding a sense of fluidity […]
Torso
I enjoy the seemingly endless possibilities when exploring the classic figure study. Often times, I will have a model hold a basic pose while I change my shooting position, or change the light position or […]
Looking For The Unexpected
Late photographer/artist Robert Mapplethorpe was once quoted as saying “I’m looking for the unexpected. I’m looking for things I’ve never seen before.” These words have resonated with me for some time, and have been a […]