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Unexpected Moments: Calf Portraits at the May Cattle Sort

Unexpected Moments: Calf Portraits at the May Cattle Sort

The May cattle sort came with its fair share of challenges—but also a few unexpected gems. Among them? A group of incredibly cute calves who turned out to be excellent subjects during what ended up being a surprisingly slow-paced day.

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Natural Light vs. Studio Light: Pros, Cons, and When to Use Each

Natural Light vs. Studio Light: Pros, Cons, and When to Use Each

As a photographer, one of the most important decisions you make is how to light your subject. Whether you're capturing the raw emotion of an unscripted moment or crafting a stylized portrait in a controlled environment, light is your most powerful tool. For me, natural light has always been my go-to—there’s a beauty and authenticity to it that perfectly complements the kind of work I do: mostly events, candid moments, and documentary-style photography.

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2025 Photography Contest Entry #2

2025 Photography Contest Entry #2

My second entry in the 2025 PX3 competition is the adorable image of my sisters 2024 stud colt named Smooth Illumination.

This image was taken on the day Lumi was born, he was fresh out of the oven and taking a nap after he was all cleaned off.

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Top Image of 2024

Top Image of 2024

I know this is a long awaited image… however the wait was worth it to see my favorite image created in 2024!

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4th Top Image of 2024

4th Top Image of 2024

My 4th top image returns back to the Ranching event. It was fall but the sunlight filtering through the open door where the competitors were doing their cattle work was a complex shooting challenge.

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7th Top Image of 2024

7th Top Image of 2024

My 7th favorite image of 2024 is an equine portrait taken of a 2 year old stud in Caldwell, OH. This guy was a personality and a pleasure to photograph. His portrait just gives that nice clean equine headshot look on a black backdrop and I really enjoyed making it.

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