I don't just take photos. I record experiences.
This site is my personal creative outlet, where I help others capture their life's most precious moments. From the quiet, candid laughter of a family session to the sharp, artistic edges of product photography and corporate events.
I've been documenting life since I could hold a camera. Let me help you document yours.
From Pet Pics to Barbarian Creative
In the Beginning
My obsession with recording life started long before I ever stepped into a uniform. It began with bird-watching sessions with my Aunt Donna and my first "studio," Pet Pics, circa 1999, capturing my pet rat and neighborhood animals on a 35mm Fujifilm. In the early 2000s, my lifelong friends Richard and Ryan and I were busy filming stunts and pranks; they went on to become world-class videographers, but for all of us, the camera was our chosen way to document our time on Earth.
Early Adult Life
That desire to record the world followed me into the United States Marine Corps, through my tour in Afghanistan in 2010, and into several years working in the construction industry.
The Art of the Hustle
In the years that followed, I traded the field for the front office and learned to run a business from the ground up. I taught myself the digital and creative skills, web, branding, content, that would eventually become the backbone of Barbarian Creative. Photography stayed close through it all, not yet a career, just the one hobby that never felt like work.
A Legacy of Heart
Today, my most important roles are lived far away from the lens, within the four walls of my home. I am a father to two incredible, growing children who challenge and inspire me daily, while I continue to hold a sacred, unwavering space in my heart for my third. My children are my "why," the North Star that guides every shutter click and every creative decision I make. Through them, I've realized that the photographs we capture today aren't just files or prints; they are the tangible legacies we leave behind for tomorrow.
Barbarian Creative & Beyond
Currently, I serve as the co-founder of Barbarian Creative, a veteran-focused digital agency designed to provide raw, gritty, and professional-grade brand content for businesses.
This site is my personal creative outlet. It's where I help others capture their life's most precious moments, from the quiet, candid laughter of a family session to the sharp, artistic edges of product photography and corporate events. I don't just take photos; I record experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend booking as early as possible to secure your preferred date, ideally 6-12 months ahead for wedding season. We'll always do our best to accommodate shorter-notice requests.
Absolutely. We'll have a consultation before your session to discuss your vision, style, and any specific shots you have in mind, so the final results reflect your personal taste.
Portrait sessions typically take 1-2 weeks; weddings and larger events take 2-3 weeks. Let us know about any urgent deadlines and we'll do our best to accommodate.