Presidential Portrait
Yale’s President McInnis was gracious, grounded, and easy to photograph.
Portrait by Matt Salacuse
His personality—joyful, bold, spontaneous—bleeds into his images.
The Workshop that Breaks the Rules
Great portraiture isn’t just about technique—it’s about voice. This workshop is about unlocking yours.
Viral on TikTok
The creators’ struggle to balance audience expectations with making meaningful work was relatable.
The One Where Rachel Is Pregnant
Rachel was so far along that I added a “contraction clause” to my agreement with her husband.
NEW! Portfolio!
Rethinking the format, from a book to a box.
Zen Alongside TVC
Shooting alongside TVC, one thing I can control is my connection with the talent. (Endo XiaFlex for Klick)
Commitment is Everything
“How did you get them to do that?" Simply: I ask. But it's my full commitment that makes them say yes. (Nanfu Wang)
Return to Y2K
Jaime Levy was navigating a transitional moment, and I was happy to be there to capture it.
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)