Fall in the West

I love my job. I’m often outdoors, And I get to meet new people. Like this family from Redwood City. We met at McClellan Ranch in Cupertino for a family session. It’s quickly becoming one of my favorite locations. Like me, Mom is a Chico State grad. Go Wildcats! Baby’s eyes are distant-mountain blue. Stunning,Continue reading “Fall in the West”

Woke

When I arrived, Baby was sound asleep. But when my shutter began to click, she woke. She took one look at my ugly mug and drew the right conclusion, fast. Fortunately, Dad has a way with Baby. And she began to calm down. Dad is great. But Dad plus Mom is even better. Baby beganContinue reading “Woke”

The Outsider

That’s Gavin. And his shirt and his glasses. Together, they form an image of a fine young greaser. If you know something about Gavin, you know he doesn’t smile for me. And that’s exactly as it should be. He’s got a point of view. He resists much; obeys little. Good for him. Cleverly, I askedContinue reading “The Outsider”

1103: Origin Story

I didn’t go to grad school to earn an advanced degree for nothing. There’s an entire philosophy behind 1103 Photography. 1’s and 0’s are a nod to the Silicon Valley And its fascination with data. An 0 in the shape of a lens, Which has great iconographic properties. Plus, let’s face it—nought is cool. Just ask mathematician Robert Kaplan. “If you look at zero, you seeContinue reading “1103: Origin Story”

At Play in a Cupertino Creek

Several weeks ago, I ran a promotion on Facebook: Share my update for a chance to win a free family photo session. Some of you did just that. Thank you. Those who didn’t, I forgive you. Good news—we had a raffle winner! Gail Imamura. Some of you may even know her. She grew up inContinue reading “At Play in a Cupertino Creek”