Lexiss Camacho and I shot in the woods, the moody woods, and I learned about the “flick,” that quick toss of fabric that brings a dress to life. I saw how a dancer’s craft lives in the fingertips and subtle movements between poses. But enough talk. The real action’s in the frames.
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Dee and Loki in Danville, CA
I recently met up with Dee in downtown Danville for a photo session that felt more like a walk with a friend. Dee brought along her dog, Loki, who stayed close and kept us on our toes. We started near the old train museum, then wandered past brick facades along Railroad Avenue. Danville gave usContinue reading “Dee and Loki in Danville, CA”
Creative Portraits in the Saratoga Foothills
There’s something about working outdoors that always feels right. Several weeks ago, Anna Buckley and I collaborated on a creative photo shoot among the ferns and redwoods in the Saratoga foothills. The light was soft. The trails were quiet. A creek ran nearby, cutting through the trees. We moved between open spaces and shaded paths,Continue reading “Creative Portraits in the Saratoga Foothills”
Interview: A Noticer of Things
I was recently interviewed by Headshots Matter, a group of creative entrepreneurs and portrait photographers. We covered a host of topics, ranging from bourbon and languor to the Grand Canyon—and beyond. If you’re not familiar with The Proust Questionnaire, do yourself a favor and look it up. In my opinion, it’s far more useful (andContinue reading “Interview: A Noticer of Things”
Seeing Double: Portraits of Twin Sisters
Photographing twin sisters means capturing double the glamour and joy—but that’s not where I started. On my outing with Ashley and Amber Roemer, I set out to reveal the real-world tension of sibling rivalry beneath the surface. Of course, rivalry is only part of the story. There’s also joy and warmth in their shared bond.Continue reading “Seeing Double: Portraits of Twin Sisters”