Stay Inspired

I'm always watching my friend's and colleagues photographic creativity, which in-turn inspires me to get motivated. Even though I'm a professional photographer, I never stop learning. I continue to evolve my craft by looking at other photographer's works as well as furthered education. I try to look at photographers who are outside of my niche of military related photography and who may not be as well known as others too.

I like this guy, Clark Little, who's a surfer that started photographing the waves he was riding. He's really taken his niche to a whole new level and the proof's in the pudding.

I also really like this guy, Joey Lawrence, who's not to be mistaken with the 90's era sitcom, Blossom. He's really known for his edgy, tailored light, which can be seen on posters and ads for Twilight, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Pawn Stars. I especially like his lit, photojournalism-inspired works from Africa.

I enjoy Frank Doorhof's fashion and light, plus he's an educator. I really learn a lot from this guy.

I also really love Mary Calvert for her photojournalism, not to mention she's been my mentor for many, many years.

Now I know some of you may have heard of the guys above, and I'm certain you know this next person I'm about to mention... Brian Storm of Media Storm. He and his associates concentrate on multimedia using photography, videography and audio to tell stories of social significance.

As for sports, there are quite a few I like such as Mark Rebilas (former Navy photographer), Tom Bol, Michael Clark and, of course, Bill Frakes.

It's important to have photographers you're inspired by, no matter what level of photographer you are. Have fun in your search. In the mean time, I'm happy to share my list of muses.