I grew up hating photography, or should I say, being photographed by others. I despised posing in front of the camera and having my picture taken.

I discovered photography when I saw Canon’s 85mm f1.2 lens and said, “I’ve gotta get that lens.” Not knowing anything about cameras or lenses, my wife bought me my first full frame DSLR and “THE” lens, 85mm f1.2, for Father’s Day in 2007. Like any new sport or hobby, photography takes a lot of time and commitment to learn and a lifetime to master. I started out photographing family and friends, and most especially my daughter, Katie. She would always play dress-up and ask to have her picture taken. Having a readily available subject around the house is a photographer’s dream come true.

My passion for photography grew as time went on and I realized I could do a lot more with my style and creativity. I still have a lot to learn, but as long as “You don’t have to be the best, you just have to be better than last week ,” Jerry Ghionis as one of the best wedding photographers puts it, then I won’t be disappointed. In order to do something well, one has to like what one does. I found that with photography.

And the best part of being the photographer is that I don’t have to be in the photos.

Right now I am working on my Boudoir portfolio, so ModelMayhem is the best source and website out there.

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