I’ve been a photographer for more than 50 years. When I was a kid my grandfather gave me a Pentax Spotmatic 35mm film camera and a couple of interchangeable lenses. Later, in an industrial arts class in high school, I learned to develop black-and-white film and enlarge prints in an old-school, chemical-based darkroom. In the decades since that pre-digital era, my love of photography has only deepened.
These days I use digital cameras and software to make and edit photographs. The power, convenience, and immediacy of the modern tools is undeniable. Still, I strive to replicate the best aspects of the analog aesthetic. Texture and grain. Thoughtful black-and-white conversions. Subtle and painterly color shifts. Otherworldly light. A matte look. Attention to the physics of what lenses do and how human eyes see. A certain je ne sais quoi. A quality that the late architect Christopher Alexander referred to as “The Quality Without a Name.” You know it when you see it.
I also have a background in fine art, and I approach photography and editing with an artist’s eye. Yes, documenting reality is important, but telling a story and capturing a vibe are important skills in a photographer’s toolbox. Sometimes, erasing intrusive power lines is the right thing to do. Curating and editing are an important part of the process.
My work celebrates and elevates everyday moments. Despite our messiness, I believe that we humans are good, kind, beautiful, complex, and worthy. I aim to capture and promote these sentiments and perspectives.
I hope you enjoy checking out my portfolio. If you would like to buy a print of one of my landscape photos, or license one for use on your website, let me know. (My portraits of people are not available for licensing or printing.) Soon I intend to offer portrait services on a limited basis. Check back later in 2026 if you are interested in having your photo made.