Do you have a studio?

Yes, I now have a studio in San Diego on Miramar Road. Its about half way between I-15 and I-805. I live in Oceanside, and I also shoot out on location. So I'm all over the map in San Diego!

What's up with the Knife Photos?

A few years back, I created a website for a reseller of collectible handmade knives(see www.exquisiteknives.com). Knives are difficult to photograph and so it naturally followed that knife photography and product photography in general became part of my day-to-day duties. My first published photograph was in Blade magazine.

Do you travel?

Yes, I love to travel, especially to photograph. Please do not hesitate to ask. Travel is included if in the San Diego area between Dana Point and the Mexican border.

Do I get a digital copy of the photos?

Yes, I understand that most people want a digital copy of their photos in this day and age. Most of my sessions come with a CD of full resolution JPG files and you have the rights to print them if agreed upon. I do not release RAW files or "digital negatives" however, and I reserve the right to release only my selected images from the shoot, not necessarily every frame taken.

Do you shoot digital or film?

I started out on filmn but I prefer the speed and convenience of digital.

When do I get my pictures?

In general, within one week of a portrait session, two weeks of a wedding, one to two weeks for engagment photography. I like to work fast and I don't use a lot of Photoshop. I am a firm believer in getting it right in the camera. I am not a big fan of digital effects, but I am willing to retouch and do some mild enhancements if needed.

Do we meet before the wedding?

Yes. As a wedding photographer, I like to meet at the place of the shoot well in advance so I can fully understand your needs and expectations. I also like to give the wedding venue a thorough scouting to gather ideas and assess any challenges associated with lighting or positioning on the day of the wedding. The better you can prepare me for your wedding with all the relevant info, the better your results will be. Having a plan and familiarity will increase our comfort level on the big day as well.

What kind of camera do you use?

Sometimes I use a Canon Digital SLR with a big, fancy lens, sometimes a Holga (toy camera). I feel the camera itself is the most irrelevant part of making good images. Lighting, composition and a lot of practice makes good photos! I am constantly looking for new toys to try out, but I strongly believe that skill makes great images, not fancy expensive gear.

Can you make me look younger?

Yes! I can smooth skin, make people appear thinner, remove blemishes etc. Some of this is done with lighting technique and some in post production. Cosmetic retouching does take time and is not always included in the price of your shoot, however. See the pricing page for details.