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Voices of the City Project Photographer

Over the course of the past few months, I’ve served as event photographer for EnJoy Productions and Broadway Center on a civic arts initiative called, “Voices of the City.” The project’s aim was to encourage dialogue between regular citizens from all walks of life and demographics. The participants attended workshops over the course of three…

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Fight Like Hell, My Friend

I have a friend: beautiful friend. And she has a family: a beautiful, wonderful family. And they live in a home: a beautiful, wonderful, sweet home. And today, my friend begins the fight against a foe I refuse to name. Beginning today, her life will revolve around battling it. ”When you think about it, what other choice is there…

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Viva La Teatro! Tacoma Event Photographer

I’m pretty proud to say that in my former professional life, I was a theatre person. It’s true. I was dramatic, highly excitable and passionate. I wore black. I didn’t see the light of day for weeks. Oh, wait. I guess that’s not too different from my days as a photographer, is it? Terrible joke…

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Zoobliee 2011 Official Event Photography

Imagine a night devoted to dressing up and having fun; a night with great food and drinks – all on the house.  Next imagine the opportunity to invest in a non-profit whose mission it is to connect the Pt. Defiance Zoo and Aquarium to the public, raising awareness and funds to grow and protect an…

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It’s a Contest –
Seattle Event Photography

I’m so pleased to announce that I’m photographing for Marty Riemer’s upcoming :20 Festival this June 17.  I hope I can keep the camera still enough to take at least a few in-focus, a challenge when I’m sure to be doubled over in laughter. If you live in the Seattle area, chances are good you…

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