Raised among the glacial hills of southeastern Lake Ontario (I’ll Piss in Lake America), my childhood was spent exploring the shorelines and creeks that feed the Great Lakes. This early fascination with the earth’s structure led to a career in geology and a lifelong habit of using photography as a tool for study.
Now based in Central New York, the Adirondack wilderness and the Finger Lakes region serve as primary field sites. A background in geology allows the landscape to be seen as a living record of deep time—where the placement of a glacial erratic or the curve of a shale gorge tells a story of ancient forces.
Because frequent photography is a priority and nearby locations don’t always offer sweeping grand views, an opportunistic approach has become essential. Rather than making strict plans before leaving the house, the focus shifts to photographing what reveals itself on day trips or simply while taking the dog out for long runs. This adaptability brings a unique, grounded perspective to the portfolio.
Through the ‘Behind the Image’ series, a new role emerges: serving as a guide for photographers looking to move beyond the snapshot. By deconstructing the ‘how’ and the ‘why’ of the process, the technical complexity of modern editing is transformed into a transparent, repeatable craft. Whether wrestling with the dynamic range of a misty sunrise or sculpting light in a deep forest, the goal is to reveal the analytical intent behind every pixel.