Originally from the blue collar town of Lewiston, Maine. Spare time spent listening to music, playing outdoors, and tending to his four kids. Known to be a foodie that can spend a whole weekend just planning, prepping for and cooking a meal. Just shot his 45th cover for Eating Well Magazine.

Former occupation: director of training and quality at The Ritz-Carlton. Recently switched to being a photographer full-time. Has studios in Dubai and Lebanon, and also shoots in NYC. Just got ten honorable mentions in ten different categories in the IPA awards. Baby girl coming in December.

If he were an animal, he would be a flying fish. Says being around water his whole life has been a driving force behind his work. Just started a stand-up paddle surfing business that offers lessons, tours, fitness programs, and sales. Follow his blog to see his adventures, in and out of the water.

His studio, located in the heart of the Pearl District in downtown Portland, has been going on 33 years now. Loves being able to work with some of the area's best agencies and designers on projects. Hobbies include sports car racing and fly-fishing with his wading boots.