Favorite Photographs

1986 - Present Day

After 57 years of photographing, teaching, mentoring, and studying the works of renowned photographers—some of whom I had the privilege of working with—I began reflecting on the invaluable advice I received from my mentors. Their guidance was simple yet profound: be bold, embrace originality, and understand that not every inspired idea will succeed.

One magazine editor, who had previously interviewed and published my work twice, reached out to ask, “Are you still creating those bold, unconventional images and handling the styling and makeup yourself?” My answer was a resounding YES—and soon after, I was published for the fourth time.

Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of mentoring several successful photographers. The advice to be courageous and different has certainly served them well, just as it has for me.