I photograph the way they make me feel. Admittedly, it's a bit of a strange concept. But it's true and it's the best way to describe my approach to photography. I struggle with every image I shoot. I assume perfection is possible and I want to bring it out in every picture. If this is all you ever know about me, it's enough to say you know me very, very well. I was born in Illinois but spent most
of my life in Michigan and currently reside in Michigan. I love making images, spending time with my wife, grandkids, riding my road bike and traveling. I feel fortunate to be able to teach photography as I enjoy working with students and colleagues. I have been involved with photography for over forty years. As a young boy, I was fascinated by the images from National Geographic, Life, Look, etc. As a student at the University of Michigan, majoring in Biology, I added nature to my photographic repertoire. Upon graduation I became a high school Biology teacher but continued my interest in photography. In my early days of working in the dark room, I learned the zone system, processed 4x5 negatives and basically learned the mechanics of the dark room and the "perfect photo". During this period of time I felt my photography had leveled off when by coincidence I began to dabble in fine art black and white photography. Finally, the pieces of the puzzle were fitting in place. I studied photography with Monte Nagler, Howard Bond and have taken numerous photo workshops. I continue to teach photography at Schoolcraft College and Midwest Photography Workshops. I have traveled to all 50 states and Italy, Greece, Scotland, France, and England to capture images. My new experiences help me to perfect my photo vision, while reminding me of the importance of carrying my camera with humor, compassion and curiosity. "Photography is not about cameras, gadgets and gismos. Photography is about photographers. A camera didn't make a great picture any more than a typewritter wrote a great novel."
