During down times between shoots, I have started exploring my film archives. It’s terrific to find these shots from years ago and even from my student days. This is going to sound archaic, but in those days you depended on your imagination to influence your images. There were no instant filters to plumpen an image. […]
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Over the past two years I’ve been exploring my native city of Cleveland as a source for my figurative work. It’s odd that I have avoided it for so long. But now, with every investigation, I find more locations that stimulate fresh ideas and stir more themes of social reflection. This series of images was
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I know it’s been a while since I’ve posted any new work. Fact is, I’ve actually been fairly busy! And I’m not complaining. This summer has yielded some terrific shoots, including the previously posted session from my trip to Portland. Since Portland, I’ve had a few new digs to try out along with some
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I am thrilled to return from a trip to Portland with another gorgeous set of images featuring the terrifically talented model. Having worked several times with this guy, I feel we’ve reached a new pinnacle of visual excellence. Choosing a location was difficult. The Portland area has such diversity. And they can be spread far
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I always talk about how the camera is a recording device for time. Those milliseconds of clicking shutter forever seal a sight, never to be repeated. With people, I always think of visual characteristics. They transform with time. I can easily note the differences in my own youthful pictures. The camera seals and protects
Vaccinations complete, ready to move on! After such a long pause, I’m back behind the lens with new work and a fresh face to photograph. This post features a new Ohio model who I had the good fortune to meet and start his portfolio with some amazing images. I quickly discovered that my model, Blake,
In 2019 I ventured out west to Oregon visiting artist friends in Portland. I always seem to focus on the darker side of humanity at home with abandonments as my chief location. But Portland captured my attention in a different way with its natural beauty. Industrialization gave way to calming nature. There was a lushness
This is the second part of my last shoot in Cleveland a year ago. I feel rather stupid that I never really attempted to explore my old stomping grounds. There were so many great locations offering many great options. It was a photographers dream! Once again, my model endured all of my suggestions. He climbed
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You can never take for granted the assistance of friends and fellow artists. This grouping of images stems from suggestions from my wonderful friend and fellow artist, Linda Gall. I had been whining about the increasing loss of abandoned buildings in Columbus. So Linda suggested an exploration in her hometown of Zanesville. Zanesville has an
I have always sought out a stronger purpose for my photography. I feel that the image can be complimented with other materials to tell stories. These items can reinforce the photo, making a stronger piece. The Alger Series of shadow boxes was my first series with a continuous theme. Utilizing book covers from Horatio Alger
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