I’m a travel addict. My wife (and business partner) make it a point to travel each year for at least a month to some far flung destination(s). My camera is always in tow on these trips. Over the last 8 years I’ve traveled far and wide, shooting a mix of city, rural and remote locations. In one week we may be exploring the markets of Bangkok or the small alleys of Jerusalem, and the next week we may be trekking the “W” in Torres del Paine or trying to catch our breath over the stunning views of the Simien Mountains. This experience has helped me hone my travel photography gear to a kit that I now think perfectly suits my needs and shooting style: fast, intimate & minimal.

We recently returned from six weeks in Ethiopia and Kenya, where we were traveling for video and photographic work. It was exhilarating, other-worldly, challenging and beautiful all at the same time. But mostly, our trip reaffirmed our belief in the power of image.

Last weekend we filmed a critical day in the storyline of Fate of a Salesman. Salesman Steve was throwing a party for owner Jerry’s birthday and manager Willie’s 45 years of work at the store. Jerry and Willie’s family members surprised them both by attending, and it was a celebration of the legacy of Men’s Fashion Center. We took the opportunity at the end of the day to shoot some “fashion” shots of all the guys for eventual use in promotional art.