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In these pages is much of my collective work of photography as it developed.
I started getting serious in photography with the birth of my first son, Jonah, in 2002.
As an avid reader, I studied composition, lighting, exposure, and advanced Photoshop techniques.
My favorite subjects are my boys, my wife, and people whose beauty radiates from within.
In addition, the lack of Jacksonville, Florida photography paved the way for the images of this beautiful city.
Welcome and I hope you enjoy.
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am·a·teur (ām'ə-tûr', -tər, -chŏŏr', -chər, -tyŏŏr') –noun
1.a person who engages in a study, sport, or other activity for pleasure rather than for financial benefit or professional reasons. Compare professional.
2.characteristic of or engaged in by an amateur; nonprofessional: an amateur painter; amateur tennis.
3. the person who does something for the pure LOVE of the act
Origin: 1775–85; amātor lover, equiv. to amā- ("TO LOVE") + -tor, replaced by -teur
"A true professional should be an amateur."
- Michael Willens
1.a person who engages in a study, sport, or other activity for pleasure rather than for financial benefit or professional reasons. Compare professional.
2.characteristic of or engaged in by an amateur; nonprofessional: an amateur painter; amateur tennis.
3. the person who does something for the pure LOVE of the act
Origin: 1775–85; amātor lover, equiv. to amā- ("TO LOVE") + -tor, replaced by -teur
"A true professional should be an amateur."
- Michael Willens
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