San Francisco

One of the perks of my job is getting to spend some time in some great places. Recently I had a long San Francisco layover, so I thought I would bring the camera along and do some shooting as well as some scouting for future trips. I doubted I could get any truly wonderful shots on this trip since I was traveling quite light with my D40x and 18-50 Sigma F/2.8 and a gorilla pod. But I went out on a mission nonetheless and had a great day getting to know the city.  I ended up with 7 miles worth of walking on the legs that day, and some decent shots along with some great ideas for next time I am in town! Here you go... Pier 7 near downtown.

Pier 7 once again looking back toward downtown and Transamerica Pyramid. I liked the couple walking leisurely walking away and just enjoying the morning as I was.

One more from Pier 7, lots of opportunities here! Some locals were already out and getting some fresh fish for the day.

I wonder if the bird wishes he could make contrails sometimes.

Don't get much of a chance to see many blooming flowers just yet in Colorado!

Being from the Midwest originally and now living in Colorado, I haven't spent much time around boats and maritime activities.  I am always fascinated by coastal cities!

Tools of the trade.

And I thought Colorado had some steep hills ;)

Chinatown goodies.

Fish anyone?

Chinatown offers no shortage of shooting opportunities. I look forward to getting back and exploring more!

Waiting for the train.

Chicago Wedding

Had the wonderful opportunity to shoot a wedding in Chicago last week with a very fun bride & groom! I am still working on getting through the many photos I captured, but wanted to share one of my early favorites.

Colorado Portraits

Taking good portraits means more than cameras, lighting, flashes, etc.  Good subjects make all the difference!

Boulder, Colorado // portrait photography, family photography, family portraits

Warmth & Cards

Sometimes the simple things in life are all you need.  Such as warmth and a game of cards with good friends.  Composed and taken at Vance's Cabin in the Colorado backcountry in the dead of winter at 11,000' on  a snowy night.  Warmth indeed!

Fast cars in Prague

Ok, so these two Ferraris are not going fast in this picture but they sure have the capability to do so! This was taken in Prague in September of last year.  We heard them reverberating from several blocks away due to the acoustics of the tight spaces on the Prague streets.  I got my camera out just in time to get this quick photo.  Enjoy!