Welcome to my journal where I share my insights on photos I have taken, the photography industry as a whole, tips and tricks I have learned over the years and more.
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Tenant House On The Move
The Alexander Farms Tenant House is on wheels again and ready for another move. This time, it will move more than 520ft across the farm where it originally stood. It will be move to Blackberry Ridge Farm in Huntersville where it will be restored and preserved for future generations to experience as an artifact of a bygone era that shaped the history of Mecklenburg county.
Fox In Uwharrie
Stopped in Uwharrie on a family day trip and took some photos of a beautiful little red fox.
American Oystercatchers Nesting
Two American Oystercatchers in Ft Desoto park exchange their nesting duties.
March 2026 Birda Challenge
In March 2026 is completed my first Birda challenge in an attempt to practice photographing, finding, and identifying birds.
What 20 Years As A Professional Photographer Looks Like
As I begin to cap of my second decade as a professional photographer, I reflect on some wisdom I have gathered over nearly 20 years in my profession. From shooting newspaper journalism to photographing weddings and real estate, I have gathered a ton of experience and am ready to share it with you.
Photos From WNC Elk Rut Season 2025
We visited Cataloochee Valley to photograph the elk rut for the 2025 mating season. Locations we visited included Cherokee, NC and Maggie Valley in the Blue Ridge Valley. Every year, the elk rut in the late summer / early fall.
Why I Shoot
Over the course of 20 years, I have refined my craft and worked through changes in the market, burnout, and massive life changes like getting married and starting a family. Through it all, I continued pursuing my passion of photography. Here I explore why I still shoot photos to this day.
The Power Of A Headshot
In a world where we spend a lot of money on first impressions, buying expensive cars, clothes, and hair care routines - headshots are often overlooked. Yet, the first impression many of your clients see online these days are your headshot.