Visual Narrative, Process, and Practice
This blog is a place to share ideas, lessons, and observations gathered over more than three decades of working in photography, video, and visual storytelling. It reflects how I think about narrative, craft, collaboration, and the role visual media plays in helping people and organizations communicate with clarity and purpose.
I approach visual storytelling as an evolving practice. Each project, collaboration, and challenge adds to how I see the world and how I help others tell their stories. This blog is part of that ongoing process, a place to reflect, refine ideas, and share what I continue to learn through real-world work.
You’ll find writing here on photography, video production, narrative structure, creative process, and the practical realities of working with clients and teams. Some posts are instructional, others reflective, but all are rooted in experience and an ongoing commitment to doing thoughtful, honest work.
Boston Area Corporate Photography: Biotech Labs, Financial Brands, and Real-World Storytelling
From biotech cleanrooms to financial lifestyle campaigns, I’ve worked across Boston capturing real, relatable visuals that help companies tell their story. Here’s a look at my approach—and how marketers can make the most of their next photo or video project.
A Portrait in the Brewery: Photographing Boulevard Brewing Company’s Founder
Photographing Boulevard Brewing Company’s founder, John McDonald, in the late ‘90s was an unforgettable experience—one that reinforced my passion for environmental executive portraits. This shoot, captured on medium format film, tells a story beyond a headshot. It’s about leadership, craftsmanship, and the dynamic world of brewing.
A Glimpse Behind the Lens: My First CEO Photo Session with William Esrey
In this blog post, I recount one of my first major corporate photography assignments—capturing William Esrey, the CEO of Sprint in the 1990s, for a magazine cover. From unexpected time constraints to creative risks, this session was a turning point in my career. Discover the story behind the shots and how I balance client demands with personal creativity, often finding the most memorable moments in the final minutes of a session.