Born in 1966 in the vibrant heart of New York City, I spent my formative years in the suburbs of Stamford, Connecticut during the dynamic 70s and 80s. As the middle child of three boys, I combined my love for athletics and academics with an emerging passion for photography, sparked by my father’s keen eye as an amateur photographer. His old Asahi Pentax camera was a constant presence in our home, inspiring me to explore the world through a lens.

My journey into photography began in high school, but it was at the University of Texas in Austin, where I studied film production, that I truly honed my craft. I had the privilege of studying under talented fine art photographers Lawrence McFarland and Mark Goodman. Those formative years coincided with the early days of South by Southwest, where I was fortunate enough to attend the first two festivals.

After graduating, I was drawn back to New York City, immersing myself in the bustling photography scene as I assisted various photographers across genres. In the early 2000s, I took a leap of faith and moved to London after securing representation. This pivotal moment led me to work with renowned magazines such as i-D and The Face.

A significant turning point in my career came in January 2001 when I received an assignment to photograph an unsigned band known as The Strokes. I invited them to my apartment for a casual photoshoot, which quickly evolved into a memorable adventure on the rooftops of Manhattan, capturing stunning images against the backdrop of the Empire State Building and the Twin Towers—a moment now timeless.

Soon after, I was honored to shoot the press photos for their debut album, Is This It. During the shoot, I shared my portfolio, which included an image known as the “Ass Shot.” Miraculously, that image was chosen as the album cover—a decision that catapulted my career and opened doors to numerous opportunities in both music and advertising.

The Strokes’ success in 2001 and 2002 propelled my work in the music industry, leading to collaborations with other high-profile clients like IKEA and Levi’s, all thanks to the initial momentum the band provided. Over the years, I’ve been privileged to shoot an array of talented musicians, including Savages from 2012-2016 and currently, an exciting young band from Brooklyn called Cab Ellis.

In addition to music photography, I engage in street photography and am working on archiving my extensive collection of The Strokes negatives in preparation for an upcoming book.

When I’m not behind the camera, I share life in Chelsea with my 15-year-old son, Walt, who is learning to play the electric guitar, and our mischievous one-year-old cat, Victory. As a Taurus, I appreciate creativity and humor, often enjoying shows like Family Guy and South Park.