Put your feet up and stay awhile

I want this page to not only tell you about my photography, but to let you know more about me and what I’M about.
I was born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska. Up until I started dating my wife (who is from Exeter, NE), I had no idea where any other cities than Lincoln or Omaha were. I’ve since learned of and visited some great places all over the state from Central City to Wayne to Nebraska City, etc. I was really surprised to learn all the cool scenery Nebraska has to offer.
I am a graduate of Lincoln High School. I graduated back in ’99. I’m almost positive that I was the coolest person alive at the time.
Aside from photography I also teach high school at Lincoln North Star. I love teaching and being in the classroom. I’m technically a “shop” teacher, but I don’t work around power tools. I teach engineering and architectural drafting courses, so I’m in a stuffy computer lab all day that has no windows. It’s actually not that bad, considering I have one of the largest rooms in the school, and I don’t have to share it with anyone else.
Growing up in the Midwest has taught me a lot about the value of getting to know people. I’ve never had a hard time finding nice people in this part of the country. There’s always someone around to help you change a tire.

Though my mom is from South Dakota, and my dad is from New Mexico, I’ve learned to embrace both cultural backgrounds. People often confuse my ethnicity as Italian or Greek. Nope, half-German, half-Mexican. It makes a nice combination, don’t you think?
I love to write and play music… though play might be a strong word. I can diddle around on the keyboard, and I’m actually not bad at playing the duduk. *crickets chirping* The duduk is an Armenian double reed instrument. I know you’ve heard it in movie soundtracks, you probably just never knew what it was.
Back to music though… I always have music around me. In the car, in my MP3 player, on my computer, etc. It’s what gets me going and sets my moods. I’m particularly fond of Baroque, Celtic, and Electronic music. I’m not a big country fan, so I hope you’ll forgive me for that. (I promise I won’t make a funny face at the DJ when I shoot your wedding reception.)
I’ve been married to a wonderful woman for over three years and have a daughter that runs amok throughout our house. She has recently learned how to say, “No!” Isn’t that pleasant?

-What I Do-
Okay, enough with my personal life. Let’s talk about photography.
My favorite part of photography is capturing unique moments. Anyone can pull out a pocket camera and snap a picture of your first kiss as husband and wife. You’re probably not going to find a lot of people however, that are willing to crawl on the floor, lay down in the dewy grass, or crouch down in a creek with their good shoes on just to get that perfect shot. (Yes, you heard it right, you’re more important than my shoes)
While I have my own style of shooting, I want to work with you to get your ideas onto your walls, mantles, or albums.
I can’t guarantee that my style will match what you’re looking for, but I can try to take your ideas and adapt them to the way that I work.

-Professional Involvement-
As a member of the PPA (Professional Photographers of America), I strive to provide professional quality and service!
NILMDTS (Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep)