Skin

This image was taken to emphasize the skin of a model. Alien Bee strobes and soft boxes were used as the lighting source to give a smooth glamours look to the model's skin. The butterfly prop was added to add a pop of color and pizzazz to the image. 

Kiwi and Pomegranate

This is an image I shot using Kiwi's and Pomegranate seeds. I decided to illuminate the fruit from underneath to show off their color and structure. I had the fresh fruit arranged on top of a piece of plexi-glass. I then had an Alien Bee strobe positioned underneath to give it the glowing affect and make it pop off the page. 

Splash

Creating this photograph was fun and messy; water went every where. The day I shot this I dropped a series of different objects into water including vegetables, fruit, and even an old camera. Each splash was unique and created an unexpected affect. To photograph this I used an old fish tank filled with water and then two alien bee strobes on either side to light the object being dropped. 

Smoke

Its amazing what interesting effects you can have with smoke. This was photographed using two Alien Bee strobes with a blue gel attached. Using different color gels you can come up with very unique images. When using a red gel the smoke almost appeared to be fire. 

Heels

 These images were shot in a studio using Alien Bee strobes with soft boxes. I choose to photograph the heels on a black background to show off the distinct color and texture of the heels. I photographed the front and the back of the shoes to show off the design, style, and elegance. 

Necklace

I used a model to show off the necklace’s style and form. I then decided to use selective color to emphasize the color of the stone against the model’s arm. With the hand and arm being black and white it almost feels as if it is a mannequin's hand which also allows you to easily see the product. 

Bon Appetit

I wanted to create an unusual but simple image for a food assignment. So I chose to photograph an uncooked fish and simply put it on a plate. To emphasize the fish, I chose to use a black plate with a black placemat which helps draw your attention to the fish. I also added a lemon to the corner of the photograph as a surprise hint of color.

Taylor

The model in this image is Taylor; she was my roommate. This image was taken in a studio using alien bee strobes and a Nikon camera and lens. The vibrant blue background was created using a background light and blue gels attached. The clamshell technique was used to light the model. This is done by having two strobes with soft boxes on them directly in front of her.  This created the two highlights in her eyes. 

Chocolate Cake

Finding a great bakery can be a challenge at times; this cake came from the West Falmouth Market where they have them delivered from a Boston bakery.  The cake being photographed is called the Midnight Madness, a dark chocolate cake with a creamy white butter frosting and chocolate icing on top. I photographed this cake using my Nikon d300s with a 70-180 Nikon lens and then lit it using two alien bee strobes with a bounce card. Hope this does not make you too hungry. 

Portrait

This photograph was taken for an assignment at Antonelli Institute for Art and Photography. The model is Kim Gehr, her hair and make-up was done by Alisha LeDonne both of which are fellow students, friends, and photographers. This particular image was shot in our apartment living room with Alien Bee strobes. The assignment required the use of four strobes, there is a background light, a fill light, a main light, and a bounce light to add a little more pop to the image. This finale image was created after several attempts; I felt that the portrait needed another element to catch the viewers’ attention so I added the fall leaves to the models hair.