MY PROFILE:

I'm a Pacific North West Photographer, based in the Portland area. I happen to be very passionate about photography not just creating images that sell. I'm a Freelance Photographer with an excellent eye. My photo work is good, but not yet work of an amazing Master Photographer. I'm working extra hard on creating amazing images that you would find in art gallerys and in books.

I specialize in male model photography shooting on location working with natural lighting. I also enjoy shooting in my studio as well. I shoot many styles of models portraits. I enjoy working with photogenic men who are creative, friendly and into alternative lifestyles, street fashion, urban lifestyles, nature, fine art, rock and hip-hop styles, surfing, skateboarding and snowboarding.

My photo work has been published in various magazines and used for ad's, greeting cards and exhibited in art gallery's in Portland. I just finished up on a photo project for the movie " The Burning Plain " I happen to be very proud that my photo work was used for this movie. I have shot a large number of models portfolio's also have done test shooting for local modeling agency's.

MY FOCUS:

My philosophy about photography: The images I strive for are simply put, creative and artistic. My main goal is to achieve excellent images of the model that are unique and artistic. I have a large passion for shooting models on location in nature with natural lighting. I also would like to tell a story with the photos as much as we can. I'm laid back, and always positive and would like to get to know my models before I shoot with them ... I feel if the person I am working with is comfortable with me - it will show in the images.

NEXT BIG PROJECT:

I'm working to update my portfolio with an edgy creative look. This project requires me to shoot a number of male models. I feel modeling experience helps in getting that unique image. However, I will shoot photos of any aspiring un-experienced person, only if that model is exeptionally fit and photogenic. I would then do test photo shoots on a trade basis. I'm also interested in working on projects that we can sell to create some good cash flow for both of us. I have excellent ideas ... just need some amazing models.

LOCATION PHOTO SHOOTS:

I shoot 70% of my photography on location in such places as: Crater Lake, Mt.Hood, Columbia Gorge, Cannon Beach, Sisters, San Juan islands, Mt. Baker, Seattle, Portland, Ashland, Sauvie island to just name a few. Since the weather in the North West makes it very hard to shoot on location with only 3 to 4 months of the year that are nice and warm. Its very important that I meet and work with models that are reliable and can finish the projects.

STUDIO PHOTO SHOOTS:

Now that I have turned my living space into a photo studio and just finished setting up a few interesting backgrounds. I'm now ready to create some amazing images. I use two Swiss made Elinchrom studio flash units with Westcott softbox's which creates the most amazing lighting that looks very natural. I'm now able to do photo shoots on dark, wet and cold days.

TYPE OF MODELS WANTED:

As for what I like in a model: I will shoot any person who is handsome, well-built from lean to buffed, pierced, tattooed, long hair to buzz cut, smooth or hairy, urban men, punks, rockers, skaters and nature boys. Someone with a friendly Personality is a must as well as being reliable. I happen to be very open to anyones ideas they might have for photo shoots.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

I work hard to achieve excellent creative images with the model. I find it challenging to bring out the creative side of the person I am working with. I feel its very important for a connection between the model and photographer to create really amazing images. You will find working with me easy and enjoyable experience. I share my photo ideas to ask what you think, if you have a better way to shoot them I'm very open minded and approachable.

MOTION PICTURES:

THE BURNING PLAIN .....
This movie was filmed in Portland and Oregon Coast January 2008 with its World Wide Release in 2009. Its stars Oscar Winners: Charlize Theron and Kim Basinger. It will be Guillermo Arriaga Directing Debut. He is famous for his Screenplays: Babel and 21 Grams. They used my framed Oregon Coast Nature Photography for some very important Set Decor.

UNTRACEABLE .....
This FBI Thriller starting: Diane Lane and Billy Burke. The movie director was: Gregory Hoblit. He is famous for directing: NYPD Blue, LA Law, Primal Fear and Fracture. The movie was filmed in Portland in 2007. Its World Wide Release was Febuary 2008. They used my Photography for Set Decor.

TELEVISION:

"Six Feet Under" HBO Show .............. Photos for Set Decor
"Nowhere Man"  Walt Disney Show ... Photos for Set Decor
"Lost Child"        Showtime Movie ...... Photos for Set Decor

GALLERY EXHIBIT:

"Home Art Gallery" ............. Photo Exhibit
"CourtYard Living Gallery" .... Photo Exhibit

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