A Yashica D & a 50 year old roll of film

A Yashica D came to me, and I had never seen one in the flesh, let alone used one. Being a stubborn man, I started fiddling with it and cracked open the back. I should have known, but it was loaded.

Warm Light and Fall’s Last Embrace in Monticello

On a crisp November morning in Monticello, Minnesota, we captured Andrew, Aryn, and young Escher enjoying the last golden hues of autumn. With warm light casting long shadows, these images hold the fleeting beauty of fall before winter’s arrival.

DANiiVORY: a summer studio session in downtown LA

In the summer of 2012, I photographed DANiiVORY, renowned musician and performer, in a downtown Los Angeles studio. Amidst the warm summer light, she embodied grace and intensity, capturing the essence of her dynamic career with every frame.

reviving the american bison

Once nearly extinct, the American plains bison is making a comeback. The Minnesota Bison Conservation Herd aims to restore genetically pure bison, preserving the prairie ecosystem they rely on. With efforts from the Minnesota DNR and Zoo, these bison represent a step toward protecting their legacy.

an afternoon with jenn batz: vintage glam reimagined

On a warm summer afternoon in downtown Los Angeles, sunlight poured through the windows and balcony door, casting a glow on Jenn Batz. She embodied effortless beauty. As we moved to the studio, her striking, magnetic gaze transformed the space, creating an atmosphere filled with allure and elegance