I bought my first 35mm SLR in 1965 from Sears, Roebuck, & Co. It was what a poor high school kid could afford.  After high school and college, where I majored in theatrical lighting and set design, most of my working life was spent in the theatre, but I always had my cameras close at hand.



After retirement from 40+ years of theatre work (including teaching at a local university), I turned to photography exclusively.  I spent several years working as an assignment photographer for a local lifestyle magazine, where I photographed several covers and countless feature article.  It was some of the most fun and inspirational work I've ever had in any industry, and I cherish the memories of time spent with wonderful colleagues and friends.

Several years ago, I retired again, and now shoot just for myself.  I love traveling about the USA with my wife, photographing what I can where I can. We love our beautiful national parks, but we are game for almost anything.

My favorite subjects are landscapes and architecture, especially in black & white.  There is something about the emotions that come through a black & white image that really speak to me.  Don't get me wrong, I do love color, but for me the color has to make a statement of its own (such as fall foliage images).

I do love creating photographs, and there is always at least one camera close at hand. As the saying goes, I "never leave home without it.”