Office hours are one hour before the scheduled class time. It's best to contact me in advance to request a meeting. Please use the Canvas Inbox email system.
Instructor Bio
I have been working as a professional photographer and designer for more than 40 years. During that time I've worn many hats and explored a diverse range of interests including, video based immersive art experiences, book design and publication, sports and travel photography, owner of Fusion Artspace gallery and Future Light Digital, a photographic training and consulting business. I have been drawn to the creative experience my whole life, and the passion to share that experience with students through a multidisciplinary approach.
Education
Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, MFA in Visual Media/Sculpture 1999
University of Colorado Denver, Denver, BFA in Fine Art 1996 Summa Cum Laude
Metropolitan State College, Denver, 1992 transfer to UCD 1994
Selected Professional Experience
Adobe Community Professional / Beta Tester - Adobe Systems Inc.
Board of Director, San Francisco Digital Imaging Group (SFDIG) 2004-2008
Member, American Photographers’ Association - Educational Committee Member
Nikon Professional Services - Nikon Professional Photographer
Teaching Experience
INSTRUCTOR, SAN FRANCISCO CITY COLLEGE, SAN FRANCISCO CA - 2005-PRESENT
- Instructor for the digital imaging and design courses featuring the Adobe Photoshop program. Beginning Photoshop, Advanced Photoshop.
- Instructor for studio lighting classes. Beginning Lighting, Advanced Studio Lighting, Portrait Lighting
INSTRUCTOR, UCLA EXTENSION, LOS ANGELES CA - 2000-2004
- Instructor for the Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator programs. Developed the first digital photography courses at UCLA Extension.