Contemplative Photography is experienced when the artist can see and express the world with an open mind and full heart.

From its humble beginnings as a gathering spot for local oyster roasts in the 1930s, Calabash has become a sought out destination by Carolina beach vacationers in search of great southern seafood. Shrimp boats and fishing charters bring fresh seafood daily to the row of restaurants who back right up to the docks. This gallery also includes scenes from the surrounding community.

Here you'll find random images featured for their unique subject, shooting style, technique, etc. I hope you enjoy these Cool Shots!

The Japanese Maple has been admired and appreciated for centuries. Their remarkable diversity of color, form and texture is sought after for landscapes and gardens throughout the world.

The Light Sculptures Gallery includes a wide range of photographs and images from my portfolio. These tend to be 1 or 2 images that don't belong to other gallery's in the Collector Photography & Imagery Collection. You'll find both color and black & white photography.

Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Morehead City port area are featured in this gallery. The Cape Lookout Lighthouse was built in 1859, it's located at the southern end of the North Carolina Outer Banks. It warns sailors of the nearby treacherous Lookout Shoals. Access is available only by boat or private ferry. I was fortunate to have my good friend Mark Holland ferry me and my family there on his fishing boat for a visit. It turned out to be a perfect day for photography.

In September of 2011 my family visited the Niagara Falls & Montreal areas of Ontario Canada. I've included some of my favorite color and black & white photography from my visit. I was especially moved by the majestic teal beauty and power of the Niagara River.

A favorite vacation destination for my family, Ocean Isle Beach is a barrier island running east to west on the lower tip of North Carolina. It offers a nice balance of commercial activity and natural beauty. In this gallery you'll find black & white and color photography which captures the beauty of the natural land and seascapes.

Capturing people in the natural environments, daily routines, and personal time often makes for the best portrait opportunities. This gallery includes inspiring photographs and images of people I know or have met along the way.

The works in this gallery are influenced by the Pop Art movement which originated in the 1950 & 60s. Compositions feature mass culture artifacts with aggressive, hard hitting styling. Postorized images from early comics heavily influences artists, while advertises were also early adopters. The dramatic styling is sometimes also a parody of pop culture themes.

Formal Portraits, Senior Pictures, Family Portraits, and other portraiture

Native to North America, the sunflower is a favorite of both gardeners, painters and photographers. This gallery explores the beauty and unique characteristics of the common sunflower (Helianthus annuus).