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Do you want a Photoshoot? Custom Wall Art? Special Event photography? We can make it happen!

Photoshoots

Photoshoots can be arranged for you as an individual or for your event. Use the Contact Us link to start the discussion of what magic you would like to do.

We also do contract work providing photography and modeling services for promotional events, fashion, event representation, and general advertising.

American Red Cross - Northern California Costal Region:

I've been taking photos for the ARC for almost two years. A wide variety of events are hosted, mostly by volunteers, to promote the Red Cross Mission.

Mission: Prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.

This is achieved through various means, including disaster relief, providing blood, training and certification, supporting military families, and international aid.

It been my honor to participate in these activities as a photographer. Below is a representative list of the types of events that are hosted by the Red Cross. All of the links will connect to the Flickr website : American Red Cross: Northern California Costal Region.

04.25.25 Silicon Valley: Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast - San Jose - Click here to go to Flickr site.

04.18.25 Silicon Valley: Evergreen Village Blood Drive - San Jose - Click here

04.02.25 Pacific Division: BioMed Leadership Meeting - San Leandro - Click here

10.30.24 Silicon Valley: Halloween Party - San Jose - Click here

10.22.2024 Bay Area: Youth Certification for Adult CPR/AED - Click here

08.25.24: Silicon Valley: SV Pride Festival - San Jose - Click here

05.21.24 Silicon Valley: HP Blood Drive - Palo Alto - Click here

04.24.24 Silicon Valley: Blood Transportation Specialists Luncheon - Click here

03.28.24 Silicon Valley: San Jose Airport Crash Simulation - San Jose - Click here

03.06.24 Central Coast: Carmel Foundation Meet & Greet - Carmel by the Sea - Click here

Resolution

Our high resolution images cab be printed large with fine art quality.

This image is typical of all the images displayed on the website. They are shown in lower resolution to be viewed quickly on all devices. Most of these proof images are 1,200 x 800 px.

The high-resolution version of this image has this level of detail.
The Digital Download Large files are 9,504 x 6,336 px.

Big Images

Beach in Kennebunkport, ME, July, 2019

Maine has a beautiful rocky coast. When the tide is out, this sandy beach is very large. It's a good idea not to fall a sleep too near the water edge though. The incoming tide will raise the water level more than five feet. This image can be printed up to 8 feet wide with more than 200 dpi resolution. Need a different beach scene? Let us know.

Scotland

Glencoe Highlands, September, 2019

Glencoe Hills and Hiking. This is a very popular hiking and rock climbing area. Check the Glencoe images in the Archive to see some of the famous comments related to climbing here. This is a big image suitable to be printed up to 9 feet in width. The cloudy sky was a daily occurrence on this trip. This is a magical place. I wish we had more time there. (22,223 x 11,610 px.)

Japan

A rickshaw ride in Arashiyama, April 8, 2019

It was a beautiful day walking around in this old town. Cherry blossom time was in full bloom. Many traditional dressed women and men were enjoying the warm sun and cool breeze. This series of images include: Togetsukyo Bridge, Katsura River, and more in Tokyo. I'm looking forward to our next visit.

Drone

The below image is from a series taken in E. San Jose Foothills.

This spring day shows a rich green covering of grass everywhere. Recent rain activity caused the blooming. Other images in this group are from the dessert, and construction activity. I'm planning more drone photography activity now.

About Me

Born and raised in Michigan, now living in California for more than 30 years. Photography is a passion for me and has been for most of my adult life. From film to digital and now with drones, I love to use the amazing digital technology to make interesting, thoughtful and engaging photographs.

My current activity is working with some local models to explore portrait, art and street photography.

If you have the need for a group or individual photoshoot, special project, or imaging challenge use the Contact Us link to get started.

My Photography

Yes I love to travel. We have made some outstanding visits to Europe, Japan and across the US. The sunsets, mountains and beaches are amazing, but you can probably tell from the recent postings, I'm more focused on people. My volunteering with the Red Cross has had some influence in this direction.

Wanting to make better photography has lead me to review hundreds of YouTube videos. The result of this study has encouraged me to look for more authentic images. This can be accomplished in many ways. My strategic target is the combination of small group or individual portraits and street photography. The photoshoots in the Gallery are good examples. Stay tuned if you are interested, more to follow.

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