"Why are you weeping? Did you imagine that I was immortal?" — Louis XIV

Every year, Santa visits Midland. But not just one Santa. Several Mr. and Mrs. Claus' from around the country. Apparently it's a really big deal. Here's a some pictures.

"So little done, so much to do." — Cecil John Rhodes

One of several blog posts coming your way. Catching up. Here's a homecoming I shot for fun while Neil covered it for the paper.

"Don't let poor Nelly starve." — Charles II

Some #proctorials from a recent trip to the Upper Peninsula. I'm glad I got to visit up there before leaving, especially with the whole Rat Pack. Midwest is best!

“A party! Let’s have a party.” — Margaret Sanger

I went to the Eddie Adams Workshop and I didn't sleep. But I hung out with a cool dude named Fernando and watched some soccer, so I can't complain. Here is Team Red's final presentation. Below are some photos, probably a few too many, but whatever.

"Komisch." — Otto Rank

Football is in full swing. I've only shot one game so far, but I went to a couple others for fun. Usually leads to more interesting pictures, anyway. (Also yes, get it? Football? Futbal? Soccer? I know, hilarious.)

"Fifty-fifty." — Lou Gehrig

Been forcing myself to shoot some more portraits and details on daily assignments, and to get a little weirder overall. It's fun.

"That was the best ice-cream soda I ever tasted." — Lou Costello

Some days all you need is a bit of color and an open page to have a some fun. Stumbled across some warm colors right before Labor Day, the traditional end of summer (even though the Autumnal equinox isn't until the 22nd.) Thanks for looking.

Todd told me I made his day when I walked up to him and asked to make his portrait. Likewise, when he said that, he made my day.