ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

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Through many years of hard work and persistence I’ve gained the confidence of my clients, including art directors, buyers and others who have come to experience a high level of professionalism and unique style that is mine; crisp, clear and clean. Although as a photographer I have an abstract side too, the style of photography I’m most known for and enjoy is a clean commercial catalog look. Because of the level of diverse photography I’ve done, I’m able to offer solutions and creative strategies to achieve a great result. I’m more than a photographer; I’m a creative problem solver and play a key role for any team looking for reliable and professional results.

I began my photography career ten years ago, in 1998. I did not attend a well known fancy photography school, nor did I get a degree from a university. My personal situation when I graduated high school didn't allow for either of those two routes. Instead I went into the Navy, which was an education none-the-less. The next chapter of my life was something I could not have written a script for. I became a stay-at-home dad with my two kids (not Mr. Mom, but a Dad who takes pride in caring for his children and being there for them as they grow). That is time that can never be replaced, and an experience and education you can't receive in college. It's called life! Later after starting a family I did continue my education, as time allowed, by attending Junior College, attending professional seminars to further my craft, and always studying the latest in equipment and techniques. In spite of a difficult beginning, I have become a qualified and dedicated professional.

During my time as a stay-at-home Dad, I did my own soul searching; I took an internal inventory about what I was passionate about. After experiencing a lot in life including living around the country and working while abroad in the Navy, at the age of 30 I decided that photography was the direction I wanted to go. They say most people change careers an average of seven times, and those who go to college rarely work in the same field that they went to college for. I found after researching several career paths, that I naturally possess most of the attributes of a successful Photographer; I'm creative, artistic, and the type of person who naturally enjoys helping others.

I've had to learn all aspects related to the technical and creative aspects of photography, on my own for the most part. I felt I was going to be in good shape because I came into this profession with quite a bit of solid transferable skills from previous jobs, and a lot of life experience working abroad with a wide cross section of people living and working in the military. Of course I am not immune to hard work so I felt I could give this a go. After starting from scratch, I am now to the point that I have done work for large companies like Georgia Pacific, photographed celebrities, and worked with organizations like the United Way. I would say I hold a degree, which has come not in the traditional sense, but through very hard work, perseverance, dedication, and willingness to fail so that I can learn and become better as a person and also as a professional.

Thanks for stopping by and getting to know me a little more. I would love to get a chance to get to know you and/or your company, so contact me today!

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