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

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

Wedding Photography Styles à la Carte
A Practical Guide How to Choose the Right Wedding Photographer for Your Style.

In the Mood for Light

The First Frame of the Year
Headshots for Actors Who Want to Stand Out

Second Day of Hanukkah in Harlem
Making Mistakes, Finding Light

Ded Moroz, Snegurochka, and the Circles of Memory

Defining presence
The transformative Power of a Headshot

Gratitude
A Heartfelt Thank You

A Cozy Collaboration
Photographing Denise Rae’s Holiday Pajamas

Excited to Share My Story!

Between Elegance and Imperfections
The Art of Family Photography