There’s a special moment in photography when artifice disappears. It dissolves like a wisp of smoke, leaving two people—often strangers—face to face. It’s an intense moment, almost uncomfortable. Subject and photographer lock; throat and chest leap; fingers tremble. Fly angers know the feeling of anticipation well. A hatch is on and something unexpected is aboutContinue reading “Unvarnished”
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2020 Vision
The title is misleading. It’s more a retrospective. Every image except one was shot in 2019. Good lord, it was a damn fine year. I’m lucky to observe people. Bearing witness is powerful stuff. I’m constantly amazed by it. Lately, I’ve been building portraits around eyes. I really dial the eyes in first. They’re myContinue reading “2020 Vision”