Low Light Photography: Technique
Thanks for checking out my second post on my practices for shooting in low light using only available light. For
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Low Light Photography: Intro
One of the most difficult aspects of photography is shooting in low light. However, with my documentary approach, it’s a
Jingle Rails 2018
You see model trains a lot during the holiday season, but nobody does model trains like the Eiteljorg Museum in
Christmas at the Zoo
Next up for our holiday events is Christmas at the Zoo in Indianapolis. This is always a great event at
Reindeer Ride: Bright Night
Reindeer Ride: Bright Night is part of Nickel Plate Express, a train in central Indiana that runs between Atlanta and
Newfields Winterlights 2018
This week we visit Newfields Winterlights in Indianapolis, now in its second year. With over 1.5 million lights, this is
Indiana Pacers Premium Experiences
In October I was commissioned to document the Indiana Pacers premium experiences. They want to give fans looking to purchase tickets a
Museum of Science & Industry
Our third featured partner for our Chicago weekend is the Museum of Science & Industry. This giant museum on Chicago’s
SkyDeck Chicago
Last week we were in Chicago for a three-day visit. While there, we partnered with SkyDeck Chicago for some unparalleled
Chicago
Chicago, Chicago, that toddlin’ town. I can’t say what that means, but if Frank Sinatra sang it, then it must
Viva Nashvegas
Hats, boots (buy one get two free) and neon signs. This was my initial impression walking through downtown Nashville, Tennessee,
Photography from Kuwohi in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
2024 UPDATE: Kuwohi (also Kuwahi) is the Cherokee name of the highest peak in along the Appalachian Trail. Beginning in
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Indiana Dunes
UPDATE: As of February 15, 2019, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is now Indiana Dunes National Park! This post feature photos of
Happy Birthday, America!
One of the things I enjoy most about shooting this time of year is the diversity of people that come
Oklahoma City
We took a quick road trip with the family to Oklahoma City to shoot some work for a client. While
Advice for Student Photographers
I often receive emails from student photographers seeking advice about pursuing a career in photography. I decided to compile the
Key West
“We seceded where others failed.” That’s the motto of The Conch Republic, the nickname taken on by Key West when
Florida Keys State Parks
The Florida Keys State Parks are some of the most fantastic in the country. Here are some of our favorite
The Florida Keys: Key Largo, Islamorada and Marathon
We spent about ten days driving from the mainland to Key West and back and spent a couple of days
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Industrial and Warehousing Photography
Morales Group is a leading staffing agency in Indianapolis. The Morales Group attributes their growth to their commitment to serve:
Visit Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana Fall 2017 for Visit Bloomington. Street scenes, restaurants, bars, walking trails, and public art. … Continue readingVisit Bloomington
Jingle Rails
Another stop we made on our holiday tour of Indianapolis was Jingle Rails, presented by The Indiana Rail Road Company,
Christmas at the Zoo
This week we headed to the Indianapolis Zoo for their annual Christmas at the Zoo. 2017 saw the addition of
Kids. Just being.
I had a co-op day recently at my kids’ preschool and thought I’d take a few photos. It’s a kind and
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winterlights
Winterlights is the newest of the major holiday attractions in the Indianapolis area. A part of the 152-acre Indianapolis Museum
Christkindlmarkt
This past weekend was the grand opening of the Carmel Christkindlmarkt. I stopped by on Sunday evening to check out
Anything for the Shot
In 1948, Nat Fein shot this photo of Babe Ruth shortly before his death. Photographers were gathering together to get
Turkey Run
Driving though northern and central Indiana, you’d be forgiven for thinking that the entire state is flat farmland or forests.
Carmel Artomobilia
I try to get out every year to check out Carmel Artomobilia. The crowd was huge this year! I always
Photographing a Solar Eclipse : An Amazing Experience!
Photographing a solar eclipse was an incredible adventure! It was only a 4 hour drive to Hopkinsville, KY to get
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Indianapolis Zoo
Here are some photos from a recent trip to the Indianapolis Zoo. Even though it was a rainy day, there was
Youth Baseball
Here’s some documentary photography of a youth baseball team from Carmel, Indiana. These photos are taking at Grand Park, a
Refugees in Indiana
Like many people, the images I’ve seen in the news lately of refugees fleeing violence and war have affected me deeply.
Monumental Mile
To start this month, I documented the Monumental Mile in downtown Indianapolis. This was a fun community event with a
All-Star Veterinary Clinic
All-Star Veterinary Clinic in Westfield, Indiana is owned by Dr. Emily King and her husband Richard King. With nearly 15 years in
Holladay Properties
Holladay Properties is a full-scale land development, design/build and fully-integrated real estate company. They contacted me to document a sampling of
Trade Show Photography
Trafic Design, is a Quebec company specializing in corporate design and branded environments for business. Trafic contacted me to document their promotional
Getting The Most Out Of Event Photography
Photos of conferences could easily become monotonous if they’re primarily focused on people talking on a stage. As a business, you can
IHSAA Boys Basketball Finals
Basketball in March. It’s crazy. Insanity. Lunacy. Delirium, even. There should be a term that applies specifically to this phenomenon.
Carmel Basketball
Time for high school boys basketball playoffs in Indiana. Here are some photos from Carmel’s 53-36 win over Westfield last
Electric Atmosphere
When a game is packed with fans, there’s an energy that undeniably affects how the players play, especially when a close
Wrestling
You know wrestling is a popular sport in Indiana when the Indiana High School Athletic Association State Finals are held at
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
To call the new Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall at Indiana University a renovation is to greatly understate its transformative effect. Designed
15 Hours of Mountain Biking
When a client needs enough photos for a two-day shoot, but day 1 gets rained out completely, it means a
Personal Legend Project: Kurt Braunohler
Kurt Braunohler, Comedian The first time I photographed comedian Kurt Braunohler was at RIOT Comedy Festival in Los Angeles in 2014.
The Fun & Excitement of Indiana Fairs and Festivals
As a born and bred Midwesterner, I love documenting Indiana fairs & festivals. I grew up in Fort Wayne, Indiana
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Pork Chomps!
Recently I had the opportunity to work with The Plaid Agency on a spot for Pork Chomps, a raw-hide free
Personal Legend Project: First Impressions
“GO BIG!!!” was at the top of my to-do list in March. I was determined to make something happen. I
Personal Legend Project: Daniel Elsener
Daniel Elsener, President, Marian University My in-laws, Jan & Steve McCracken, are Marian alumni. As a part of their efforts fundraising
Personal Legend Project: Bill Browne
Bill Browne, Principal/President, Ratio Architects Bill founded Ratio in 1982 and the firm has gone on to create many iconic Indianapolis buildings
Personal Legend Project: Lobyn Hamilton
Lobyn Hamilton, Vinyl Artist Lobyn is a local artist whose primary medium at the moment is vinyl. He smashes and
Personal Legend Project: Tiffany Benedict Browne
Tiffany Benedict Browne, Author & Historian On the day I photographed Tiffany, I had the opportunity to witness her enthusiasm
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Personal Legend Project: Broxton Bird
Broxton Bird Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Earth Sciences, IUPUI Many people dream of traveling to remote mountains of Tibet or Peru.
Personal Legend Project: Sareh Azizi
Sareh Azizi, 15, Violinist & Student Sareh lived her first 13 years in Iran. She began to play violin at
Personal Legend Project: Chris Elam
Chris Elam, Mosaic Artist Chris Elam, a Bloomington artist, was introduced to me by Kirby Melick when I was in
Personal Legend Project: Kirby Melick
Kirby Melick, Kirby Custom, Inc. Kirby Melick makes furniture and cabinetry on his 13-acre property in Bloomington, Indiana. His business
Personal Legend Project: Annie Eakin
Annie Eakin, Annie’s Clothesline Annie and her mother Dede founded Annie’s Clothesline in 2008, working together to design and produce
Personal Legend Project: Tatum Perez
Tatum Perez, Training By Tatum Two of my sisters-in-law train with Tatum and always talk about how much they love
Personal Legend Project: Rachael Heger
Rachael Heger, Support the Girls, Indianapolis Rachael Heger began collecting bras at the beginning of this year to donate to local