Artist Statement
Virtual Family Photo Project
Photographer John Dolan says, “Photographing is about me absorbing what I feel in this time and space.” That is the true stamp of a photographer on their work.
I first came across Billy’s work on Instagram, and was immediately struck by two things.
Occasionally, I have the opportunity to photograph an extended family, including the grandparents. It’s a remarkably tricky thing these days with so many families with members scattered across the miles.
Continue reading “On Location: Extended Family Session in Ohio”
Hey, friends. Things have been pretty busy around here the past 7 days. I’ve been editing lots of family sessions, and gearing up for several photo events in Cleveland starting next week. How was your week?
It’s actually been quite awhile since I photographed a rock band. But at one point in my life, it was the only thing I shot.
2012 was an amazing year! Via my #familyphototour, I traveled to New York City (8 times), Seattle, Connecticut, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Quebec City, Vermont, Chicago, Houston, and Austin. I also had a blast photographing families in my new/old hometown of Cleveland, especially the super energetic session I had with family-centric restauranteurs Jonathon & Amelia Sawyer (pictured above), owners of Noodlecat and Greenhouse Tavern.
Continue reading “Worldwide – 2013 Family Photo Tour Launch”
HOP ON OVER TO A CLEVELAND EASTER EGG HUNT!
As I kid, I loved looking at Disney World images in 3D — pointing my viewer at a light-source, and experience the very satisfying CA-chunk, as I pressed the handle to move the reel.
Now, I’m shooting in 3D and offering my clients the same satisfaction. Only instead of rides and attractions, my reels feature 3D images of your own kids (or your own wedding)! If you’re a child of the 80s, or just love the 80s, this custom 3D viewer is for you. Kids will love viewing their own photo shoot come to life in 3D!
As a photojournalist-style photographer, I am enamored with real moments in time. I love photographing kids because they’re so spontaneous! We adults can learn a lot from their free-spiritedness. I see a lot of moms who want their kids’ hair to be brushed just so, for their clothes to be perfect, and for their smiles to be practiced. However, none of those things speak to me of childhood. So, I encourage the kids to giggle, to run, and to explore. Yes, I have to chase them around a lot. But when they stop and catch their breath, I am ready with my camera. And, they’re usually beaming.
If you want to take better photos of your family (and set your child up to be more photogenic for life), think of yourself as a documentarian. Document what you want, yes. But don’t manipulate. Don’t ask for poses. And, don’t fuss! Let the kids enjoy themselves, and what you hold dear about this time in your life will show through in the moments you capture.
Continue reading “iPhoneography for Moms, Dads, and Business Owners”
What a fabulous holiday season! I received bunches of gorgeous holiday cards sent from my clients using photos from our shoot together. Some of my favorites are shown here.