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- AboutI create images because I love to do it. I simply love to do it. I’m intrigued by people, expressions, light and open spaces. I’m hopelessly compelled to connect with photography every day. For me, photography is a liberating addiction. I primarily work on personal self-interest projects, but I’ve had my work published in books, featured on websites and used in corporate marketing material. I have minor OCD and often complicate my life with manic multi-tasking and heavy doses of caffeine. I love technology and have spent many years in the field of corporate Information Technology. Along the way, photography has helped me understand and express who I am and how I see the world. Being a portrait photographer has taught me a lot about people and human trust. I mean, it takes a lot of trust to sit in front of photographer’s lens. When someone is having his/her portrait taken, there’s a lot of vulnerability involved. As a photographer, I recognize and respect this vulnerability. My goal is simple – tell a story and deliver an image the client assumed was impossible. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to have developed many long-term, meaningful relationships. Each of these relationships has…
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Expressions of Loss
Several months ago I wrote about my good friend, Becky Sehenuk and her experience of losing a twin sister (Jenny) in a motorcycle accident. You can read the original post ”Losing Jenny” here. For many reasons, this was difficult to write. Doing so made me realize I was largely helpless to help her. Despite every desire to somehow remove this painful experience …
Finding the American Dream
It was very early on July 4th, and I was out looking for American symbolism. I was hoping the American holiday would present interesting photography opportunities. As a military vet, I knew cemeteries were often decorated with rows of American flags on patriotic holidays. I drove across town and pulled into a cemetery not far from my home. I parked …
Uncommon Achievement
Meet Alex Mastrolonardo. Someday, he may save your life. At age 18, Alex is on life’s “fast track” and will soon begin med school at the University of Pittsburg. I took this image as part of a small series of images to be used at his upcoming high school graduation ceremony. While Alex may have the outward appearance of a …
Losing Jenny
Is it possible to mourn the loss of someone you’ve never met? I’m not completely certain, but I do feel a deep sense of loss and regret when I think of Jennifer (Jenny) Anne Sehenuk. Tragically, Jenny died in a motorcycle accident on October 1st, 2010 in Valencia, California. She was on her way to her mother’s home for a …
Marine One
I recently visited the Ronald Reagan Library in Simi Valley, California. Two of the more popular items on display are a former Air Force One jet (you can see the nose of this aircraft in the upper-left corner of this image), and a former Marine One helicopter. This image is one of my favorites taken during my visit. I have always loved …
Kodak Six-20
I’m intrigued with cameras – especially old ones. By today’s digital standards, even the most sophisticated film cameras of years past seem primitive. Primitive or not, there’s something undeniably elegant about old cameras. They have character and function-driven style. They’re a physical testimony to a simpler time in our history. The camera you see here is the Kodak Vigilant Junior …
Airborne
A few weeks ago my wife and I decided to spend the day walking around State street in Santa Barbara. State street is loaded with shops, restaurants and really interesting people from all walks of life. After spending most of the day in the shops, we decided to head down to the beach and grab dinner. As we walked along …
The Big Balloon
Yesterday, my wife and I had an amazing opportunity to ride in a hot air balloon. What a fantastic experience! If you’ve never done it, I really recommend it (assuming you’re not afraid of heights). Our balloon lifted off just after dawn, and within a few short seconds we had a spectacular 1,000 foot view of Camarillo’s rolling hillsides and neatly aligned …
LTD Scooter Club
Scooter clubs are all the rage! In fact, ever since doing this shoot for the Living The Dream Scooter Club, I’ve noticed scooters everywhere. They’re not only environmentally “green” – they’re also a lot of fun to ride. If you live in the Southern California area and are interested in connecting with a really cool scoot club, check out the …
Amy
I’ve had the great fortune to work with Amy for several years. She is probably one of the kindest people I know. One day I asked Amy if she would be interested in doing some photo work with me. Luckily, she agreed and we set a date. I asked Amy to bring several different outfits to the shoot and whatever …
