Professional Experience
Ongoing Freelance photographer specializing in portraiture and architectural location photography using traditional and digital media.
2009 S-System Product Specialist, Lecia Camera USA
Allendale, NJ
- Provide technical information and training on S camera system.
- Provide technical assistance for end users
- Development of new markets, “Roadshows” and professional information access for camera system.
2007 Imaging Specialist, Johnson & Johnson Consumer Products Company
Skillman, NJ
- Research and development of imaging stations for a variety of clinical and consumer needs
- Provide technical assistance for both in-house and external clinical applications of imaging stations.
- Consultant on colour management for R&D group Methods ad Models
1994-2006 Photography Assistant, Peter C. Cook
Lambertville, NJ
- Assist in all areas of studio and location work for Mr. Cook.
- Digital shooting and editing/manipulation
2006-07 Lecturer, Junior Photography Workshop
University of The Arts, Philadelphia, PA
- Lecture/demonstration of various technical aspects of Traditional,
digital and non-silver processes.
- Advise students in creation of a portfolio and self- published book.
- Lead seminar discussions on ideology of craft and contemporary trends.
2000-06 Yoga and Integrated Meditation Instructor
Certified in PA and NJ
- Design classes for Rowing club members at their request
- Provide a variety of styles of instruction including Flow, Vinyasa and meditation.
- Create and teach an Integrated Meditation course which includes Meditation,
Yoga and Creative work such as Drawing, Photography and Writing to explore ideas of personal creativity.
2004-06 Lecturer, Senior Photography Workshop-Thesis Projects in Photography.
University of The Arts, Philadelphia, PA
-Team-teach Thesis projects for the graduating class in Photography.
-Oversee Senior exhibition and all fundraising activities.
1993-2006 Director, High School Exhibition. Phillips Mill National Juried Photographic Exhibition.
New Hope, PA
- Select Juror and assist in jury process
- Facilitate, curate and install/de-install exhibition
- Create and disseminate mailings for schools
- Grow mailing lists and increase school involvement each year.
2003-05 Adjunct Professor, Photography.
Mercer County Community College, West Windsor, NJ
• Digital for Non-Majors: an introduction to digital imaging and output.
• Introduction to Photography: black and white photography.
-Designed syllabi introducing the student to the technical and aesthetic
elements of the craft.
-Introduced students to the idea of photography as a visual language which can be used to communicate with the world at large.
2003 Adjunct Professor, Photography.
Delaware College of Art and Design, Wilmington, DE
• Color Photography I
-Designed syllabus incorporating a rigorous demand for technical and aesthetic aspects of the craft.
2001 Instructor/Curriculum Designer.
Summer Arts Program. Community Arts Center, Wallingford, PA
-Taught ages 9-16, pinhole camera, view camera and alternative processes as well as basic drawing technique
2000-01 Lecturer, Senior Seminar, Photography.
The University of The Arts, Philadelphia, PA
-Taught senior seminar course- Criticism and Theory in Photography.
-Coordinated/Created- 40-page, full-color catalog of graduating students’ work.
2000 Instructor, Central Bucks Community & Continuing Education,
Doylestown, PA
-Introduced students to visual language and photographic techniques.
1999-2001 Adjunct Professor, Photography.
CODA, Media Arts, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
• Multiple level courses to majors.
• Alternative processes and view camera techniques.
-Advised senior level students on projects.
-Taught visual language literacy course and basic photo technique to non-majors.
1999-2000 Instructor, Workshop/Seminar.
Photographic Center Northwest, Seattle, WA
• Workshops on portraiture for adult students.
1996 Studio Photography Assistant, Richards & Speedy Studio
Princeton Junction, NJ
- Assisted in all areas of studio and location work for both Partners.
1993-2001 Instructor, Photography and Photo History.
The Solebury School, New Hope, PA
• All photography courses ranging from Photo 1 to Fourth year advanced. Alternative processes and view camera.
-Expanded photographic discipline into a large and vital component of the Fine Arts department.
-Budgeted and managed equipment within discipline.
-Managed facilities enlargement, both physical plant and enrollment aspects.
1991-97 Adjunct Professor, Photography.
Art & Art Education Department, TUCC, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
-Provided instruction for courses ranging from Photo 1 through advanced photography as well as Colour and Non-silver processes.
-Taught both majors and non-majors.
1991-97 Instructor, Photography.
ICS Continuing Education Program, TUCC, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
-Instructed adult classes from level 1-3. Included alternative processes and visual language literacy.
-Taught continuing education and returning adult students visual language and technical aspects of the craft.
Technical Skills
Digital colour management and workflow set-up
Digital and traditional methods seminars and personalized instruction
Group darkroom set-up and maintenance
Colenta, Kreonite and Ilford ICP-42 Processors running maintenance
Alternative and non-silver darkroom procedures and set-up
View camera, medium format, 35mm and pin-hole cameras: general knowledge and repairs
Stone lithography and offset printing experience
Basic painting and drawing instructor
Education
M.F.A. 1996 Photography Milton Avery Graduate School of Fine Arts,
Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY
B.F.A. cum laude 1989 Photography Tyler School of Art, Temple University,
Elkins Park, PA
Additional Study
2007-09 NAPP National Association of Photoshop Professionals Digital Workshops
2008 Konica-Minolta Language of Color Workshops
2003 RMSP Digital Fine Print Workshop, George DeWolfe
1990 Art History Graduate Studies Program, American University, D.C.
1987 Photography Tyler School of Art, Rome, Italy
Professional Affiliations
NAPP, PWP, Rockland Center for the Arts, SPE, PIEA. PMA, CAA, NAPW