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Photography Styled Shoots - Avoiding bad practices and expensive mistakes

In the spring and early summer of 2023, I decided to get serious about practicing my portraiture skills and growing my portfolio. I...

Branching out: senior portraiture photography

I spent my spring and early summer investing time in some styled shoots... boy HOWDY do I have a lot to advise on how to host those (and...

Making Spirits Bright: Food Art Project August Submission

I know it has once again, been a hot moment. I've been trying all sorts of different meds and work has been crazy and I've been trying to...

From the Classroom: Food Art Project June Contest

An exploratory shoot in liquid, motion, crafting cocktails and the craft of the moment to from prep to serving.

First Family Photos

One of my first family sessions for some sweet and beloved parents-to-be.

Sublime Leather Loungers

You may (but are probably not) wondering what's with the delay in posts as of late. Well, life got interesting! Shortly before I left for...

Photography Exploration: New Braunfels Farmers' Market

New Braunfels Farmers Market photograph blog entry

Herbs to Grow and Stow

An introduction to herbs with new fun photographs

A Denver Half-Day

Photographs and landscapes from Garden of the Gods, Red Rocks, and general Colorado road trips.

White Asparagus in Cheesy Bechamel with Toasted Fennel and Pancetta

A creamy, savory bechamel coats tender white asparagus, topped with crispy pancetta and aromatic fennel.

Maui Hiking Trails

I'm sharing some of my thoughts, tips, and photographs from some of the most popular Maui trails!

Kingdom Plantae: Maui Edition

If you know me, you know I'm all about plants. Plants, trees, big leafy greens, beautiful geometric flowers. Plants are the things we...

From the Archives: Poetic Lighting

A review of old work leads to revising the edit process and comparing old vs. new, side by side.

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