About

My love for photography began on Long Island, New York, in 1977. Just two years later, a move to New York’s scenic Mid-Hudson Valley opened a new chapter in my artistic journey. Surrounded by an abundance of natural beauty—floral landscapes, flowing waterways, cascading waterfalls, rich wildlife, and so much more—I discovered photography not just as documentation, but as an expressive art form. While the outdoors has always been an endless source of inspiration, my studio work in still life remains equally close to heart.

Life behind the lens is, for me, a triangle of creative opportunity: vision, light, and emotion. I see each scene as a canvas, where light is invited to dance, shaping an image that begins as a moment but aims to become timeless. The evolution of digital photography has further expanded this creative freedom. With tools far beyond the traditional darkroom, I now find boundless ways to express the passion that has lived within me for decades.

Born in 1955, I’ve witnessed a remarkable transformation in the world of photography. And yes—I still proudly own the very camera that captured my earliest baby pictures, along with an original, unused flash bulb.

As an art photographer, my goal is always to create images that not only stand out in color and vibrancy but also stir something within the viewer. I often explore the power of reduction—toning down color, softening clarity, and introducing gentle hues to create subtle emotion. A bouquet of roses, for example, doesn’t always need bold color to evoke feeling. That said, I’m just as willing to embrace striking color when the story calls for it.

Ultimately, I believe the essence of fine art photography lies in imagining the final image before the shutter is even clicked—shaping light, tone, and composition into something that speaks beyond the visual. Something you don’t just see, but feel.