High School Prom Season

A Christmas to Celebrate

Altadena, CA -- This year, Dave and Beth have a new addition in a red dress in their home. Truly a blessing. My wife, Amber and I had the honor to shoot their portrait this year.

My Niece

Another winter day at Lake Arrowhead. My niece, Megan.

Accordion King of Venice

Venice Beach, CA -- His music was inspiring, but it was his spirit and stage presents that stole the show.

“Sometimes we strive so hard for perfection that we forget that imperfection is happiness” --Karen Nave

A Face in the Crowd

When I am not working, I am carrying my camera. I walked into a Target store the other day and decided to bring the D90. After 45 minutes of browsing the isles, I came away with no images. Recently, I happened upon a group of kids on a field trip. I parked the car, pulled out the camera and--without permission--took a few dozen portraits of kids. One teacher finally asked who I was. I handed her my DailyPhotoLA calling card and I told her that I am giving away photos today and told her how to contact me.

For the record, I don't always shoot first and then beg forgiveness--especially with kids. However, I will often give a little nod and hold up my camera, shoot, and say, "Thank you."

Fingers

Venice Beach, CA -- Meet "Fingers." He said he got his name because his right hand fingers were chopped off. Each time I asked him what happened, I got a different story. Fingers often dresses in drag for the attention. It got mine.

Portrait of a Vendor

Venice Beach, CA -- One of the joys in my life is giving to those less fortunate. In Venice Beach, hundreds of local vendors set up shop on the walkway selling their goods and services. While some make a decent living, many are on the edge of homelessness and have very little, let alone a photograph of themselves.

Sometimes I shoot portraits of locals and hand them a picture the following week. This young man was thrilled to have a photo of he and his father.