ClassicBWphoto

"I was born in Chicago back in '35, and a short time later I discovered a camera in my hands. Since then haven't been without one. I am entirely self-taught. That is to say: I owe my skills to three avenues of learning; -- Books. The writings, insights, and photographs of others that have gone before me are considered indispensable guides. Books mark the difference between vandals and poets. -- Experience. I've been at this for about 60 years, and I'm starting to get the knack of it. -- The darkroom. It's in the darkroom where my vision is forged and refined, where the object in front of my camera becomes an image intended to touch the heart and soul of the viewer.

Traveling through life is more fun with a companion, and I am especially fortunate to have my wife (Judy) as an indispensable ally in every facet of our photographic journey. She has contributed in some way to virtually every photograph seen on this website.

I'm more concerned about honing my vision and putting it onto a piece of paper than I am about making a Name for myself. But I do enjoy creating images that touch people in some way. This website is designed to make my photographs visible and accessible to the world. I offer two print styles; "Fine Art" prints, and simple, affordable "Debut" style prints, described here...