Waltz #2
The record label liked my ideas, and Elliott acquiesced, but reluctantly. (Elliott Smith for Dreamworks)
Of Bud & Maria
Bud is a master storyteller whose rambling tales land with humor and poignancy.
Bud Endress Interview
His greatest weakness is his greatest strength - his unvarnished authenticity. (For The Photographic Journal)
The Story of Nocturne
The goal was to simplify the film by having a tight close up as the key visual — in reality, it was anything but simple.
Nocturne
“Nocturne” is a dreamscape, featuring vignettes with V/O narration and a dynamic sound design.
New Director’s Reel
Incorporating my most recent clips, including the Exiger spots and my short film “Nocturne.”
Jay-Z Homage
Note the attention to detail — much love to the footwear, and then strangely, the beverages.
Announcing “Checking Focus”
I’ve started an accountability group for portrait photographers!
Coping with Uncertainty
This is the story of “coming out twice“ —first as a gay man, and then as one attracted to older people. (For Guardian Saturday)
Second NME Cover
He was handsome with a big smile, but once we started shooting his demeanor changed. (Jordan Adetunji)
Character Test
Moments before the first setup I leaned over to my assistant and said, “I am rudderless." (Eva Yaso test session)
I’ll Be Your Mirror
Taking cues from my work, Rick Wenner was going playful and funny — that got me pretty scared.
Quentin Tarantino 1992
Brooklyn is now a cultural center but in those days it took some persuasive talk to convince a subject to cross the Williamsburg Bridge.
Nerve - Media Analysis 1985
I analyzed an entire issue of the Nerve music monthly for a college paper. This is the full transcript.
Election Stress 2024
With a high quantity day we focused on framing, talent performances, and staying inventive. (For Men's Health)
Bangers & Smash
This portrait demo with Nick Smash took on greater meaning, as I looked to redeem myself for an earlier fumbled session.
Into the Deep End
When your subject is suffering trauma from a shark attack, the temptation to treat them gingerly is attractive.
On Andrew Leigh Green
I always found him playful and charming, despite the grief he seemed to bring to those he was closest to.
Elevated Golf Game
My pivot point is often between awkwardness and grace, so using golf for recovery captivated me. (For Golf Digest)
Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon
Admiring his 36 years with Kyra Sedgwick, I asked for some relationship tips. “Never ask celebrities for marriage advice.”