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~Amateur freelance photographer first & foremost and love capturing the full potential of all components in the photo. Many people wonder why I don't prefer "doctoring up" my pics or altering them in photo-art programs. As a photographer I don't, as a graphic artist I do. Therefore there are many photos of mine that I will not alter, as of course, there are some that I have taken with the intention of artistically altering them. I like the challenge and the satisfaction that comes with climbing around to get the right angle or lighting, to make sense of the background and foreground in comparison with the item targeted. Photography for me, is an artform.
~Media design & graphic art. My portfolio includes published book covers, published music cd covers, various promotional ad's featured in Guitar World, Guitar One, and Lollapollooza Mag, among others.
~Band & music promotions and have designed promotional ads & materials for musicians. Visiual Merchandising for shows, Merchandise photography & banner/tag design, etc.
~Tattoo concept & design. As my tattoo designs are inked on individuals across the USA. I am a tattoo designer, not a tattoo artist, as I do NOT actually tattoo people. Just thought I'd make that distinction clear. ;o) Though of course if you live in the Western New York area, I know some phenomenal tattooists I can refer you to!
~Networking.
Video I did of trip to Pittsburgh..comments welcome!
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