I recently returned from my scouting trip to Chicago for my upcoming photography workshop, and I couldn't be more excited about the images I captured and the locations we'll be photographing. One of the highlights of the trip was sharing the experience with my 19-year-old nephew, teaching him how to use my Sony camera and helping him learn the art of composition. We had a great time exploring the city together, revisiting some of my favorite locations while also discovering s

I received my American Society of Photographers Fellowship last week, and I could not have been more honored to receive this prestigious recognition. My wife, Lynn, joined me on stage to place the Fellowship ribbon and medal around my neck, and four of my brothers attended the gala to support me. I also had the privilege of sharing the stage with two outstanding photographers who received their Fellowships that evening: John Hartman and my best friend, Joe Glyda. Earning an A

I was excited to learn yesterday that one of my images has advanced to the Top 32 in the Commercial category of the Professional Photographers of America's (PPA) International Photographic Competition (IPC). The competition features 16 different categories, with the winner of each category receiving a $1,000 cash prize in a head-to-head competition held during Imaging USA in Louisville. From those category winners, one overall IPC champion will be selected and awarded a $10,0

Back in July, I completed one of the most challenging endeavors of my photographic career: applying for the American Society of Photographers Fellowship. To give you an idea of what this process entails, applicants must first complete a detailed application and meet a long list of requirements. In addition, you must write a minimum 2,000-word paper chronicling your life, growth as a photographer, and the journey that led to the creation of the 25 images submitted for review.

When I hear the word "Tuscany," I immediately start dreaming about returning to the hilltop towns that dot the countryside, exploring winding roads, and searching for my next photograph. I think about the local people, the culture, and how I can create images that tell their stories. And, of course, I think about the incredible Italian food and the world-class wine that accompanies it. All of these thoughts come rushing back whenever I hear that one word: Tuscany. As photogra

I recently returned from attending a photography workshop in Buffalo, New York, hosted by my friend Mark Maio. The workshop takes place at Silo City and is one of the most unique photographic experiences you can find. Participants have access to six acres and more than a million square feet of silos, flour mills, and support buildings. Many of these structures have been abandoned for years—and in some cases, decades—creating incredible opportunities for HDR photography and li

If I told you I was traveling to Prague to photograph the city, you would probably assume I planned to photograph its historic buildings, churches, and landmarks, and you would be right. However, I also had another location on my list: Prague's subway system. While researching places to photograph before my trip, I came across images of the subway stations and was immediately intrigued. Their clean lines, bold colors, and graphic design inspired me to spend an evening riding

I have taught at the PPC West Coast School of Photography in San Diego for the past several years. One of the locations I take my students to photograph is the iconic library on the University of California San Diego campus. This remarkable building is a landmark of modern architecture and is named after Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss. Over the years, I have photographed the library many times, capturing its unique angles and architectural details. However, I