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There's not enough time for me to unload all of my creativity and ramblings in blog form, but I doubt you have enough time to read them, anyway! So, I'll do my absolute best to only share what is most likely to benefit you, and help you get to know me a little better personally and as a photographer.
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Capturing the Rush: How to Take Beautiful Waterfall Photos When the spring and summer rains hit Kansas, our local landscapes transform. Hidden spots like Geary Lake Falls and Chase Lake Falls turn from quiet trickles into roaring spectacles. If you want to capture that raw beauty, you need more than just a quick smartphone snap. […]
If you think Kansas is nothing but flat prairies, you haven’t been to Chase Lake Falls. Tucked away in the heart of the Flint Hills, this multi-tiered waterfall is an absolute stunner, especially after a good rain. It has officially earned a permanent spot on my Must-See Hidden Gems in Kansas list! Because it is […]
The 2026 KC Pridefest through the eyes of professional photographer. Link to full high-resolution gallery included! Two years ago, I attended the Pride parade and festival in Kansas City. It was not my first Pridefest by a long shot, but it was an especially powerful experience for me. That was the first time that I […]
Finding a setting that effortlessly blends vibrant community energy with serene natural beauty can be a challenge. When researching the absolute best KC photo locations, Jacob L. Loose Park consistently rises to the top of the list. This expansive urban oasis offers an incredible variety of backdrops for families, couples, and individuals looking to document […]
Kansas City has a way of making the grand feel intimate. It’s a city built on a symphony of old-world brick and soaring glass, where the light doesn’t just shine. It dances across the murals of the Crossroads and settles into the quiet, sun-drenched corners of the Westside. Over the years, I’ve returned to these […]
There are many hidden treasures in Kansas. But, if you haven’t been to Wilson State Park, you are depriving yourself of some of the most amazing landscapes not just in Kansas, but in the entire country. When I found out I was moving to Kansas from California in 2011, I pictured endless fields of corn […]
The instructor of a very expensive course I took said photographers should never feature sunset silhouette photos on their website. The main reason for that is because it doesn’t take any real skill to create beautiful silhouettes. I followed his recommendation for my website, but I get a great reaction on Facebook and Instagram every […]
When I decided to become a professional photographer, I had no idea just how many specialties I’d have to master. Marketing and accounting are obvious ones. But, in addition to becoming a master of light, I was forced to become proficient in everything from newborn health/safety and customer relations to contractual law and meteorology. And […]
Geary Lake Falls, located just south of Junction City, is one of the most beautiful spots to visit in Kansas.
If you haven’t made it over to Ward Meade Park to see their tulips, you are missing out! Tulips at Twilight will be open from April 9 to April 25, 7:00-10:00 p.m. seven days a week, but this was such a gorgeous display even by the light of day. One of my favorite Kansas City […]
