Southwest American Art

About Me

My journey in photography and film began at the age of 8, inspired by my father’s work as part of a NASA contractor team that developed rapid film processing equipment for the Apollo moon missions.

I have vivid memories of summer breaks spent alongside him and his colleagues as they processed and delivered film for NASA missions – including the retouched film erasing buildings and objects on the moon. These early experiences sparked my lifelong passion for cameras, technology and visual storytelling.

After serving six years in the United States Air Force, I went on to become a director at Qualex, Inc., then the nation’s largest photofinishing company with over 212,000 retail outlets—a division of Eastman Kodak. During this time, I had the privilege of collaborating with some of the most respected names in photography, including:

Mike Evans, former press photographer during the Ronald Reagan presidency

Shelly Katz, a legendary photographer from Time Life Magazine, and a good friend. We will miss him.

Dr. Doug Ford Rea, a professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) formed the Electronic Times Photojournalism Workshops. Doug gave me a director’s seat at the table for this annual event, where I was responsible for networking 25 Macintosh computers and managed a functioning digital newsroom. During these one-week marathon events, I gained a wealth of hands-on education working side-by-side with some of the finest newspaper journalists from America’s biggest daily newspapers.

29 years ago, when I was at Kodak, we modified a Nikon F4 camera body with a digital camera back. We called it the E2. It had a 2/3-inch CCD sensor and a resolution of only 1.3 megapixels (1280 x 1000 pixels). This was “cutting-edge” for digital cameras at that time. The E2 street price was $20,000

Fast forward to December, 2024. My Nikon camera is a Z9. It has a full-frame (FX) stacked CMOS sensor with a resolution of 45.7 megapixels (8256 x 5504 pixels). The Z9 street price is just under $5,000.

Growing up in the Southwest, I developed a deep appreciation for its rich landscapes and vibrant cultures. My work often focuses on documenting the lives and traditions of Native Americans, including the Mescalero Apache, the Navajo and Hopi of Northern New Mexico, and the Lakota Sioux tribes. These images aim to preserve and share the stories of these incredible communities through the art of photography.

About My Work:

My photography is available as both original pieces and limited-edition contemporary art prints.

My works are offered on acid-free Somerset textured paper or as acrylic giclée prints on canvas, ensuring exceptional quality, durability, and longevity.

If you are interested in purchasing original artworks, limited-edition prints, or would like to discuss a new project, I would love to hear from you.

Contact Me to explore my portfolio or inquire about collaborations.