I consider myself a novice photographer even though I've been taking pictures since I got my first 110 camera at the age of six, I've only just now entered the world of quality digital photography.

I love lighting and am trying to learn more and creative ways to shoot, as well as trying to gain experience working with people as I shoot.

I have found viewing the world through a lens changes the way you view the world without the lens.

I'll include a description of my lighting setups, but don't expect specifics. If there's one thing I have learned about photography, it's that photography is an art, not an exact science. What works in one situation, doesn't necessarily work in another. If you want to know about my settings, look at the EXIF data, but remember its how "I" took the photo, not how you should recreate it.

If you want to use my photos on your photography website or blog, you may do so under these conditions.

The photo is portrayed in a positive manner and linked back to the original post.

The article must reference the photo in the photo's original context (you can say, "this is a cool photo," but don't use the photo merely as a visual enhancement to your article).

I must be credited for the photo in the article or article references, not as an alt text in the image.

In any other context, my photos shall not be used without my permission. If you want to use it, please ask. The worst I can do is say, "no."

I am protective of my photos and the people who pose for them. I look at every group I am invited to, and every profile that faves and comments on my photos. If I do not like what I see (faves of only women, an abundance of body parts, or of a provocative, sexual, or deviant nature), I will block you.