Stories from the Work and Beyond
After more than three decades working in photography, video production, and visual storytelling, I've learned that some of the best stories come from the people, projects, and experiences along the way.
Here, I share client projects, creative processes, practical business insights, and personal reflections, including my Walk in My Woods series. It's a place for curiosity, lessons learned, and stories worth sharing.
Producing Through the Storm
A winter Airstream drive through a snowstorm became a reflection on preparation, leadership, and producing strong corporate visuals under pressure.
Before the TEDx Stage: Capturing Leadership Presence in Cleveland
A behind-the-scenes look at photographing and filming healthcare leadership speaker Cheo in Cleveland ahead of his TEDxLakeShoreDrive talk. From candid interaction within the medtech ecosystem to a focused TEDx sizzle reel, this project highlights how strong visual narrative builds authority before the spotlight.
Consistency Is a Leadership Decision
In 2004, I photographed a national annual report across multiple cities. The lesson stayed with me. Consistent visual storytelling builds trust in ways most brands underestimate.
Visual Narrative, Then and Now
Visual narrative has shaped my work for more than 30 years. From photojournalism to brand storytelling, this is how I approach photography and video with honesty and intention.
The Tripod That Changed How I Slow Down
I never expected a tripod to change how I work. This is not a review. It is a reflection on slowing down, good design, and how the right tools can quietly reshape the creative process.
When the Room Does Not Cooperate
When conditions are fixed and the room does not cooperate, experience matters. This post looks at professional decision-making during a live fireside chat recorded in a real-world environment with no resets and no ideal setup.
Walk in My Woods: A Year in Review
A year of walking my Rhode Island woods revealed quiet moments, seasonal shifts, and unexpected lessons in patience, flexibility, and creative clarity. This reflection brings together how those small moments shaped my work and my perspective throughout 2025.
100 Posts and Counting: A Look Back at My Blogging Journey
A look back at one hundred blog posts and more than thirty years of photography, video and creative storytelling. This milestone reflects on the work, the people and the lessons that shaped my journey.
Rooted in Story: Photographing Regina of Arboreal Solutions
A portrait session with Regina Costa of Arboreal Solutions reminded me why I love environmental photography. I met Regina at a local farmer’s market and was immediately drawn to her passion for tree care. We reconnected for a simple, on site portrait session where I photographed her in the environment that defines her work. This blog shares the story, the process, and why environmental portraits connect so deeply with small business storytelling.
Visual Narrative vs. Visual Storytelling: The Craft Behind Authentic Corporate Imagery
Corporate visuals are most effective when they balance authenticity with intention. In this post, I break down the difference between visual narrative and visual storytelling, and how my 30-plus years of photojournalistic and corporate experience help brands create imagery that feels real, relatable and strategically aligned. From portraits to biotech labs to executive walk-throughs, this approach brings clarity, meaning and human connection to every project.
From Fairway to Premiere: Creating a Lean Product Video for Birdie Polish
When Rhode Island–based Birdie Polish asked me to produce a short video for their new golf-inspired product, we decided to keep it lean and flexible — filming with an iPhone to minimize impact on the course while still delivering a high-quality result. This one-minute B2C project shows how thoughtful planning, sound design, and storytelling can bring a product to life, even on a small-scale production.
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.
Rhode Island-Based, Nationally Seasoned: Years of Visual Storytelling on the Move
After decades of national and international work, I’ve enjoyed a recent wave of meaningful projects here in Rhode Island. In this post, I share how I continue to serve clients across the U.S. while also strengthening my work locally.
3-Camera Interview Production in Boston with Isabel Foxen Duke and BitcoinRails
While Isabel Foxen Duke was visiting Boston, I produced two interviews for her BitcoinRails channel using a 3-camera setup. We filmed in a temporary studio, capturing high-quality, brand-ready content that could be edited into long-form and short-form videos. As a board member of the Rhode Island Blockchain Council, I’m passionate about helping innovators share their message through professional, flexible video production.
Not Just FAQs—Why These Questions Matter in Photo & Video Production
Questions aren’t just part of the process—they shape it. This blog shares the most common questions I get as a corporate photographer and video producer—and why asking them early leads to stronger, smoother, and more successful projects. Whether you’re hiring me or working with another vendor, these insights can help you set up your next shoot for success.
Capturing the Energy of Commencement
We were hired to capture the GUS Medical Schools commencement in Providence through photography and video, including testimonials, b-roll, and the ceremony itself. With a photojournalistic eye and a collaborative production team, we documented the real emotions, celebrations, and behind-the-scenes moments that tell the full story of graduation day. This blend of candid storytelling and intentional direction is where my roots in editorial work and commercial production meet.
Grateful to Be Featured: My Interview with Canvas Rebel
Canvas Rebel recently interviewed me about my creative journey—from early days in photojournalism to multimedia productions for corporate and community clients. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look.
The Many Hats of a Multi-Media Producer: Why It Matters for Corporate Photography and Video
Wearing many hats—photographer, videographer, producer, and scout—helps me create cohesive, authentic corporate photography and video that elevate powerful business stories.
Telling the Story of Security State Bank in Wewoka, Oklahoma: A 2025 Community Leader Award Project
A behind-the-scenes look at our video and photography production in Wewoka, OK, highlighting Security State Bank’s deep connection to community and culture as a 2025 Community Leader Award recipient.
Boston Corporate Photographer: Telling Authentic Stories Through Location-Based Photography
For nearly 20 years, I’ve been traveling from Rhode Island to Boston to photograph executives, biotech teams, and corporate workplaces. From on-location headshots to authentic lab photography, Boston has become one of my most frequent and favorite places to work.