I have a few solid color backdrops that I use in my studio here in Oceanside for headshots. I let the client choose, but what usually happens is that we choose together based what clothes they bring. Sometime people will show up in what they want to wear and not bring anything else (these people […]
Little boys. Need I say more? Whether they are being sweet and cuddly, or running around with wild abandon, little boys kinda-always steal my heart during their sessions. They never fail to bring the energy and fun to a shoot, and when there is more than one? Forget about it, and let’s have some fun! […]
Well, I have been in this game for over a decade now. One of the primary reasons that I still approach it with enthusiasm is because I continue to try to evolve and approach every portrait in a brand new way. I love pushing myself to try new techniques and ideas and bring a freshness […]
I used to believe that headshots for little kids or young teens would be harder than with adults. Headshots rely primarily on small posing adjustments, and sometimes young children are not known for their ability to sit still (nor should they have to). But what I have pleasantly found out is that kids can’t help […]
Here’s a secret: I don’t chase after wedding jobs. That’s honestly been the thing that’s served me well, because the brides and grooms that do find me are special and unique and they’ve crossed my path on purpose. And this cool couple is exactly that. First of all, they looked amazing Have I ever told […]
How did this happen?! My cousins are somehow seniors in high school, and time is a thief. I grew up in a town called Valparaiso Indiana. I moved away from my home town and all my family in 1998! I have now lived in NY for as long as I lived in Indiana. That’s crazy to […]
You probably feel a little self-conscious in front of a camera. That is pretty common. In fact, it’s rare that someone comes into the studio that loves the camera and is at total ease. Even the really beautiful people! And as a side note, I would say that most people don’t realize how good looking […]
Every once in awhile, a client comes in and reminds you that what you do is actually incredibly important. I say on my website that everyone has a story to tell, and that I love being the one to help tell it. Well, this handsome guy came with a story. It’s his story to tell, […]
