Landscape and Astrophotography

Nothing better than hanging out in your own backyard and taking photos straight overhead--unless it's driving to someplace scenic and shooting something here on planet Earth. I used to do band photography but don't now, though I'll still do portraits and the like.

Whirlpool Galaxy

Astrophotographer

I like staring off into space, and I have the gear to prove it. A couple of telescopes and a lot of light pollution filters that allow me to shoot the skies from the comfort of home. Astrophotography


Bridge over the Serpentine

Landscape Photographer

When I can't shoot bands, I'm a Landscape Photographer, or maybe CityScape Photographer. I seem to spend a lot of time in London, wandering from pub to pub. They're interesting inside and out, and I have pictures to prove it. Sadly, here in San Diego, bars aren't nearly so photogenic--but there's nothing like the bay and the shoreline. I have pictures of La Jolla, Sunset Cliffs, and the historic sailing ships on San Diego Bay here: Landscape Photography


Snowy egrets on the San Diego River at sunset

Wildlife Photography

It all began in my usual geek way: I bought a new telephoto lens and had to find something to point it at. Here in San Diego, "wildlife" means "birds". Or the zoo, but somehow that doesn't count. I've never been a big fan of birds; they're kind of annoying at best. But after stalking a few through a really long lens, I'm blown away by the way they land. Wish I could be that accurate. Anyway, I hope to add bears and stuff but for now. . .take a look here: Wildlife


The Last Call

Band Photographer

I was a band photographer here in San Diego for many years, but my aging ears can't take it and I've given it up. If I've ever shot one of your shows the photos are here, and you should be able to download them free. If not, write me. Band Photography


Singer songwriter Alaina Blair

Headshots, Album Covers and Model Photography

I still shoot bands when they're quiet. I usually like to shoot headshots and posed band photos outside, at night--preferably near some grubby bar that is their natural environment. I label myself a headshot photographer because it's about the closest category I can think of, but if you're looking for a nice portrait of your company's CEO, you need to look elsewhere. I'm mostly a performer's photographer. Take a look here: Headshots