biography

If we desire to live a truly extraordinary life, our outer lives must reflect our true essence. We need to live consciously- speak our truth, live in love and pursue whatever brings us joy.

I love what I do, I put my heart and soul into my work and care deeply about the quality I offer. Creating beauty is my purpose I am thankful for this opportunity to share my gifts with you!

I believe I was put on this earth to create beauty and photography is one of the tools I have chosen. I shoot very differently than most portrait photographers. I don't shoot quickly, frame after frame, hoping to catch something on film. Instead I study you through the lens, and wait for your perfect moment. I capture true beauty by allowing your inner Spirit to shine through.

My clients hire me for my vision, talent and style, the fine finishing I provide and because I shoot the highest quality digital system on the market.

My distinctive style is a product of a fine art education at Columbia College of Chicago. Working in medium format, largely in Black & White, my portraits illustrate contrast, intensity and emotion. My photographs are clean, with a magazine feel, every detail being of my creation.

I shoot a Mamiya RZ67 with a DCS Pro Back. The Pro Back provides the highest resolution possible and superior image quality. Unlike substandard digital systems the Pro Back prints big, bold and beautiful, up to 40X50- while most systems fail to print larger than 8X10- and you'll be amazed at the resolution! This system includes the added benefit of viewing your portraits instantly, and the convenience of shooting and ordering in one appointment.

I've been shooting portraits professionally since 1990, when I opened my first studio in Scottsdale, Arizona. Currently, I photograph out of my studio in Scottsdale and on location wherever my clients take me.

Please view my portfolio and read what some of my clients had to say about working with me.

With Love and Light, Namaste!

Deborah