Likes:

People who use curse words
Doing whatever small things I can to repair this broken world
Cats

Dislikes:

People who yell and scold
The unrelenting and incessant march of time
Cilantro

Disclaimer: I have been using em dashes for my entire adult life—mainly because I am not sure when it is appropriate to use a semi-colon and / or regular colon. There is some AI written copy on this website, but an em dash is not a guaranteed marker of it! :-p

Specialty:  Funny you should ask…

The most common advice for a photographer is to drill down to one niche and showcase it—the logic being that any potential clients will want someone who specializes in the specific thing they need. 

Here’s the thing though: I know how to use my gear, I know how to use light, and I know how to make a strong composition. That is the bedrock of any successful photographer’s career. 

Sure, some guiding principles will vary based on the assignment. Doing architecture? Better make damn sure those lines are straight. Photographing licensed products for e-commerce? Don’t bother taking a shot if the character’s face is obscured or wrinkled. But ultimately? It’s the knowledge of the equipment, lighting, and composition that will make a great image. 

I love my job. Working in different genres keeps me on my toes and keeps things interesting.

I’m available for product photography, event coverage, performances, fashion, behind-the-scenes images, architecture and interiors. 

Why You Should Hire Me:

Aside from being very good at my job? I’m easy to work with. It seems silly to be writing this down, but honestly, it matters. I am a nice person. Working with me is a good experience for you, your team, and your clients. It is important to me that my clients feel positive and relaxed throughout the process.

Other Things:

My favorite joke is, "If you leave hydrogen alone for long enough, it starts to wonder why it's here."

I draw most of my guidance about living life from Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius' book, "Meditations."

I love Star Trek and my favorite character is Data.

My favorite dead punk rocker is Jack Terricloth.

Sending memes to my friends is my favorite way to communicate and let them know I love them.

If time and money were of no consequence to me, I would probably spend most of my time gardening and taking photos of beautiful places.