This website was updated  4-26-09.

CAN YOU HEAR THE MUSIC? 
This photo -- PLAYING MY FLUTE -- was taken outside, using the clouded sky over our lake as a background.  I had this kind of shot in my mind for awhile and finally got the opportunity when the sky over our lake filled with stormy clouds.  And we had a willing portrait model (niece, Cassie) to step in and play her flute while we captured the elements that Mother Nature provided for a natural backdrop.  The best part was listening to her music that was very fitting for the environment we were in.  Studio portraits aren't my thing, but to take portraits outside with people doing what they like to do--gives me the inspiration to capture a feeling that is fitting for them personally, too.  I also took pictures of her flute, using natural light.  And then I used Photoshop to give it a painted quality.  This was a fun session for me and I hope you enjoy the results.  The "flute" picture got me started on my new collection, "Jam Session."  You can see a few more instrument images on the "Miscellaneous" page of this website.   

SNEAK PREVIEW:
"Cassie's Flute."
The first in my "Jam Session" series.
I'm always looking for instruments to add to the collection.  I find that most people have stories to tell about their favorite musical instruments or the
people who played them.  And I find them very interesting.