A writer, photographer, Tina was our hostess when on assignment with Brandon Palaniuk in Japan. Her grace and style were charming.

A welcoming subject, she was calm and comfortable with the camera focused on her.

With a real sense of fashion, both women and men in Japan dress with a style all their own.

Combining traditional attire with a definite flair for the modern.

Selfies eating! These two tourists follow through on a few customs, the selfies and to rent a kimono for the day and become Japanese.

A fun day on the streets of Kyoto for these three young girls.

With incredible power the rickshaw drivers at Asakusa are friendly, knowledgable and engaging.

Chef Furukawa preparing an Omakase dinner of original Japanese delicacies, all based on seasonal availability. With this “I’ll leave it up to you chef” approach, you are introduced to many dishes you might never even try. Oishi Katta Desu.

Working in the loud and crowded Dar es Salaam fish market, this gentleman was a calm amidst the storm.

With a bright smile and attitude to match Evelyn was a joy to see for breakfast at this incredible encampment in the middle of Tarangire National Park.

Working at Japanese Bass Fishing tackle show she didn’t mind the intrusion.

The children of Japan are adorable. This young lady was a willing subject for her closeup, after mom’s approval.

Precocious and confident, time spent with Beatrix is always a delightful event.

A budding superstar, Anwen was a fun partner in the shoot. Even at her age, she knew what she wanted to do and nailed it.

Mainlining hotdogs with a liberal dose of ketchup. Ready for the fireworks!

Quiet and shy, the innocence of childhood personified.

This shy young girl hid behind her grandma for most of our encounter, warming up over time.

Obsessive hockey athlete, Cierra has the skills and attitude to take it all the way.

Chase really needed to see what was going on in there while Weston keeps his lazer focus on the prize.

Adam hits it with this decent northern pike. When asked where he caught it… "in the top lip."

Part of a study with Jewel for Senior High Photos.

Designer/Stylist Denzel was featured fashion designer at Black Fashion Week Minnesota. You can feel the style.

Keeping up with the latest in Twin Cities Fashion at the Minnesota Black Fashion Week.

Testing with Julie for her portfolio. She is one of those whom the camera loves.

Julie P. boudoir portfolio shot.

Julie P. fashion portfolio shot.

Favorite shot from a holiday series we did in 2019.

Everyday carrying an super heavy load of fruits in a basket on her head, she was always ready with a smile and a “Yeh Mon!”

A local out with his horse Snowman.

Catching up on her Vitamin Sea.

Enjoying a perfect late spring day on the Miyabi veranda.

Amazing what comes out when you put on the magic red wig.

The sign of a good captain is when they never take their eyes off the water.