Walton Island at Twilight Time Baby Onesie

Elgin, Illinois is a river town established in the 1830s, located about 35 miles northwest of Chicago on the Fox River. Originally, it was known for all of the nearby dairies, and then for the home of the Elgin National Watch Company. Today it provides a special quality of life for its diverse residents with a beautiful riverfront, parks, museums, entertainment and dining venues. It is an urban setting in what still remains a largely a rural area with abundant wildlife and natural beauty. This image of Walton Island just after sunset captures the feel of life in Elgin.

The origin of my name means watchful or observant. I always thought that was appropriate for someone who likes to make images from what he sees. I started with photography when I was about 11 years old after receiving a hand-me-down Brownie box camera. My approach toward photography is to stop and smell the roses. It is a simplistic adage, but rings true to how I create images. I slow down and stop to see beauty in everyday objects and the natural world, and use the magic of photography to share my vision with others. While I don't expect others to necessarily see the same thing that I saw while making my photographs, my goal is that my images will evoke a special feeling, mood, or emotion for the viewer. Thank you for looking at my work....