| When did you get involved in photography? |
| | I've been shooting since I was 10. I used to mow yards all summer to save money for my film and equipment.
I started doing professional work in college, mostly photographing weddings and doing the videography. |
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| Who are some artists that have influenced your work? |
| | I don't know that they have influenced my work, but I feel lucky to be surrounded by world class photographers. It is a humbling experience to see their work and I am thankful to know so many. |
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| Do you have any advice for younger photographers? |
| | Don't cut corners and use the best materials you can afford. This has been a big key to my success. The way your photo is displayed is half of what makes it great, so take your time and make sure it is done right.
Look at how work is displayed by the best artists and galleries. When I was starting to sell my high end work I traveled to New York, Miami and Chicago, I looked at how the best photographers and galleries shown their artwork and I tried to incorporate it into my products.
The hardest thing for me early in my career was to find people who would be brutally honest with me about my work. These people are invaluable when it comes to cutting pieces from an exhibit or portfolio because your work will be judged by your weakest image. |
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| What are you working on right now? |
| | I have an exhibit in Renee Gallery in Miami running through February 22. It's an honor to be given a solo show there and I'm really excited about it.
*Note from Boundless*
You can check out a video tour of the Renee Gallery exhibition on the PM Gallery Studio Tour. http://www.boundlessgallery.com/tour/PMGallery.art |
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| Is there anything else you would like to discuss? |
| | I think we have a big duty to other artists. There is more than enough money to go around so I try to help younger, or less experienced, artists hone their work.
This has been a big focus for PM Gallery over the last four years. We will take artists who are currently not getting the attention they deserve and we will work with them to give them an exhibition and the tools they need to be successful in the future. |
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