Many probably don't know the true significance of this book. But after a college graphic design professor and advisor told me that I'd never make it as a graphic designer because of my lack of illustration ability, this graphic design project (which I received an A on) was my first foray into photography. Pursuing photography in my mind, would make up for my not being able to draw and thus ensure some sort of success in my chosen field of study. Though worn from travels and shuffles, this book still sits at my desk, reminding me of where I came from and that no one can tell me I'm a failure.

Throwback Thursday /The Novomobile vs a Giant Puddle

#throwbackthursday to many, many years ago when, during engagement photos, I decided to test the nautical and overland capabilities of the Novomobile. The resulting test ended up as a video which I am sharing today on the blog. Enjoy.

Throwback Thursday / Elementary Photography

Today is a very special #throwbackthursday. Pictured above is a book that was gifted to myself and my family by some dear friends and wedding clients when my kids were born. Inside, there is a special note written just for my son and daughter along with a very sweet card that they wrote to my wife and I. The book itself is an older photography textbook, complete with illustrations, graphs and very lengthy and thorough explanations of how the art is practiced. My kids may or may not ever grow up to be photographers but this book will always have a place on our bookshelf and the kind gesture of how it came to end up in our home will never be forgotten. Thanks Garrett and Whitney, you guys are the best.

Red Barn Studio Live Sessions | 2015 Fayetteville Roots Festival

Part of my sabbatical plan is to update my website. And while working through some of these changes, it has come to my attention that there are some "unpublished drafts" in my blog. Of course the only logical thing to do is publish them. So, here goes. Fayetteville Roots Festival, circa 2015. Enjoy.