I received a BFA in photography from the University of Arizona and soon after established a commercial studio working out of Denver, Colorado.
Even working in the commercial arena, I have never ceased to view myself as an artist. To position myself any other way would be absurd. I believe it is this uncompromising passion to create that has allowed my commercial work to compete in the market place.
For over 26 years I have worked for many of the top advertising agencies across the globe. Over the years my assignments have taken me to every state across the USA and to over fifty countries around the globe.
In 1992 I produced my first coffee table book, “Navajo, Portrait of a Nation” which received a number of photographic and design awards and produce an eighteen-month solo exhibit at the Smithsonian American History museum.
In defining my work, I view myself as an illusionist; creating images larger than life. The photographic process is in a constant flux of change. I believe embracing that change gives me a greater option to fulfill my vision as an artist. Without question, I believe we are in the greatest age of photography since its conception.
Over the years I have sought to be an ambassador for the photographic process by teaching workshops and offering video tutorials. I feel that by being an open book with my process, I have an opportunity to inspire others to follow their dreams and passions to create.
I recently moved to Pasadena and reside there with my wife, Amy and our son Levi.