2019: 11 (Self-publish Your Photo Books)

Very excited to get my two new book projects out into the word this week. I am grateful as always for the support from my friends, family and fellow artists. This project has been kicking around for months and months, but it wasn’t until a return to Naples in December that I was able to really focus on the thrust of this work. It was the return visit to Italy that really clarified things for me, and what ultimately pushed me to produce two separate books of photos.

From a design standpoint, the book layout was a bit of departure for me. First of all was the decision to include both color and black and white photos throughout the book. Breaking that self-inflicted barrier was a huge leap of faith for me. I also worked with a very different “grid” for the pages. Instead of simply dropping in one photo per page, I really explored combining photos of different sizes in a spread, as well as using two, three or four images per spread. I found this both challenging and liberating.

I’d like to thank those who have already purchased a book (or two) and welcome anyone else who may be interested to visit my online shop to order a copy (or two.)

2019: 9 (The Die Has Been Cast)

The ball is rolling, the die has been cast. Beware the Ides of March.

2019: 7 (LAX)

I spent a good part of this week in Los Angeles for work. More specifically, I spent three days at LAX. It turned out to be a good place to let the lens of my iPhone wander. There is a nice geometry to the airport, which serves as interesting backdrop to the parade of thousands of people heading off to wherever they may be jetting off to.

Other things are on the horizon. I am putting the finishing touches on two (!) new self-publishing projects. Look for a “one, two” punch of new work coming very, very soon. As is the usual case, I’m keeping my cards close to the vest, but more will be revealed soon, including a special offer for my email subscribers (which you should sign up for…)

"Rodeo Nights" New Book and Solo Exhibition

I’m very excited to share my newest project, and it’s a double whammy of great news. First off…I am now taking pre-orders for my newest self-publishing effort, “Rodeo Nights.” The book is 60 pages, self cover, perfect bound. It features gritty black and white photographs from the rodeo at the New Mexico State Fair. I shot the images over the span of four years. It’s a no holds barred look behind the scenes of the rough and tumble world of rodeo, as only a self-proclaimed "city slicker" can see it. I’m setting this up as a pre-order: purchase now to ensure a mid-December delivery. You can get all the sale details by clicking this link to get to my online store.

Part 2 of this announcement is something I am really proud to reveal. The “Rodeo Nights” release coincides with my first international solo exhibition, coming in December at the Magazzini Fotografici in Naples, Italy. I’m hoping that all sales of the book will help offset the cost of traveling to Italy for the opening of the exhibition on December 21st. I will most certainly be sharing more details about the show as the date gets closer, but I am thrilled beyond belief to have the opportunity to show my work in the country of my familial roots. I hope you will consider supporting me by purchasing the book, and thank you in advance for helping me continue the pursuit my photographic dreams.

Rodeo Nights is heading to Naples, Italy!