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Headshot Special

Recently we posted about the value of having a professional headshot as a means of connecting with others in the digital world. If you missed the original post, you can read that here.  And because we had such a great response from that post, we have decided to offer a 1 week headshot special.  It […]

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Shivani’s Bharatnatyam Portraits

I've had the honor of working with and photographing the Khamamkar family for years and over time we have become close friends.  Each time Mom Swati calls me, I know it's going to be a great project, full of fun, family and culture.  I consider the entire family like friends and feel lucky to see […]

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The Value of a Great Headshot

We all want to make a connection with the people we interact with and especially those we hire to do something personal for us.  That's why I often go to the About Me page on websites and read the backstory and mission of the company, as well as look for pictures of the owners and/or […]

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Model Shoot with Stacy Duncan

Earlier this year I was approached by a model agent from New York to photograph up-and-coming model Stacy Duncan.  The agent had found Stacy via Instagram, signed her immediately and wanted to get her portfolio up and running for a fast approaching 3 month stint in Asia.   She needed a variety of images to […]

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Smiles for Survivors Charity Winners – The Champol Family

Each year I'm honored to donate portrait packages to local charities to raise funds and bring awareness to critical issues that affect us all.  One such charity is Smiles for Survivors helmed by local dentist Dr. Olya Banchik, which aims to provide support for breast cancer patients and survivors.  Often times cancer patients who undergo […]

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I believe in real moments and chasing sunsets. In the kinds of images that remind you of the joy that can be found in the simplest of moments.

I believe in creating images that demand to be printed—framed in fine art materials and displayed as the heirlooms they're meant to become. My approach is both editorial and intimate, capturing not just faces but the emotional landscape of your life. Each portrait is thoughtfully composed to reveal your authentic story while honoring the beauty of the world around you. Your journey is extraordinary and entirely your own, and I'm here to preserve it with the artistry it deserves.

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