In This Journal
Notes, stories, and quiet moments, gathered under loose threads.

Cinematic Portraits in Hamilton Park
A Morning with Evelyn

Snowstorm in the Rain

Beyond the Rule of Thirds: The Secret Language of Composition

A Quiet Morning in the Studio
Photographing a Former Model’s Family and the Magic of Letting Moments Unfold

A Tapestry of Traditions
Celebrating Cultural Narratives Through the Lens of Memory

Low-Light vs. Flash Photography
Why Natural Light is Taking Over

How to Pose for Photos If You’re Camera Shy Without Feeling Awkward

Embracing the Quiet Hope of Spring
Portrait Photography in New York and New Jersey

Luna’s Fresh Digitals That Opened Doors
Updating model digitals (or Polaroids) for a 6-year-old’s open casting—or why simple, natural test shots make all the difference.

The Moment That Stays

Back to the Future
An editorial nod to the glamorous excess of the past with a wink to the rebellion of today.

Let’s Do the Math
Understanding Photographer Rates: Breaking Down What You’re Really Paying For in Portrait, Event, and Headshot Sessions

The Many Faces of Maria
Headshot Photography for Actors: Capturing Authentic Expression and Character Transformations

What to Wear for Headshots
A Study in Simplicity

The RAW Truth About RAW Files

What to Wear for a Photoshoot
Creating Stories (and Maybe a Little Drama) With Your Wardrobe

Lessons from Tokyo and Reykjavík
Respecting Cultures in my photography

Dancing Through the Snow
Impress Ballroom’s Winter Recital at Starlight Dance Center

The Art of Making You Feel at Ease
Lessons From Both Sides of the Camera

The Portrait That Outlived the Event
How Event Photography Captures Fleeting Moments and Turns Them into Lasting Portraits