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Currently I have work at shows in Chicago and Oregon, but it’s always exciting to prepare new work.  I’m currently working on prints for an upcoming show at Studios on Sheridan in Peoria, Illinois.  This will be a small group show also featuring … Continue reading →

I’m in the process of putting together a couple of presentations about using perspective in photography, both for my class at Illinois Central College and also for presentation to the Peoria Camera Club. There are four basic photographic controls; exposure, focus, color and perspective. … Continue reading →

Fine art photography is always about “pretty pictures.”  Sometimes it’s intended to make you wonder about the image and its story.  

“Hidden in Plain Sight” has become one of my most popular fine art photos, but it almost never happened. The story behind the photo illustrates the importance of patience, planning, and perseverance. The story began in October 2012 when I … Continue reading →

  Like many photographers, I love playing with light. After all, the word “photography” means “writing with light.”  But light is nothing without shadows. They add depth, dimension and interest to a photo. Shadows are how you know the shape of … Continue reading →