2013 Family Love

Families are amazing. Every single family is unique. I've never finished up a family session and thought, "this family was just like that other family." NEVER. This fact makes photographing families very rewarding. I love experiencing the laughter, screaming, tears, and awkward moments. Just like day to day life. I've absolutely loved setting up these sessions in my clients homes. Weather is never a factor and everyone is so much more comfortable. I'd love to schedule more of these sessions in 2014. Interested? Every family session includes a disc of full resolution files and a box of super rich, deep matte, prints. An online viewing and purchasing gallery is also included to help you share with friends and family...no matter where they live.

Tom Fluharty / Portrait

Tom is a good friend and a great artist. Seriously, if I had an ounce of the ability he has I would be one happy camper. I was beyond thrilled when he asked me to photograph him in his home studio for a new venture he has brewing. You can follow him and his work on facebook. Thanks for all the support friends! Wow, another year is already coming to an end. Like the blink of an eye.

Equipment Used - Mamiya 645 / F100 / D700 / 80 1.9N / 35 F2 / 50 1.4G / 85 1.4D

Film Stock - Kodak Portra 800 / Kodak TMAX 3200 / developed and scanned locally at FastFoto

Luke + Whitney's Wedding / Northwestern College / Family Vineyard

I loved this wedding for many reasons. There was a beautiful chapel and family owned vineyard, perfect weather, wonderful guests...and tons of love all around. Luke and Whitney were referrals from a couple I photographed last year. There's something very special about your name being passed to another person or couple and getting work this way. It's not saying something through advertising and hoping someone believes or connects with it. There already has been a great connection and that gets passed on to others. There is trust right form the start and that's very freeing as an artist. This was one of those weddings that made me think of my 4 year old daughter and how hard it's going to be giving her away at some point. I love when Dad's pour out their hearts at a wedding and get everyone (including the photographer) in tears. Weddings and the relationships they are about are BIG deals. It's always humbling being a small part of one. I could say tons more, but here are the images. I have plenty of openings for 2014...know of someone who would really appreciate this sort of photography? Thanks everyone!