Bios

Trained in digital imaging at the Rochester Institute of Technology, Jerry "Saw the Light." He and Cindy became co-principles in a digital imaging bureau and photo lab in the heart of Seattle. Their clients included Microsoft, Costco, Boeing, Nordstroms, Photo Disc (now Getty), Corbis, Art Wolfe, a complete cross-section of prescient clients embracing the digital transition. What a way to learn Photoshop (from version 1), Illustrator, Pagemaker, Quark, Freehand, etc., etc. And there was the Cactus system with a 54" wide Xerox color printer that delivered stunning 4 by 6 foot images from scanned 35mm originals, falling in love with large format display images, all this in 1993. Architectural and Aerial photography offered new opportunities for learning and provided the financial base that makes possible the capture and production of images of extraordinary beauty and quality. More than two decades of digital training and experience, bridging and embracing film to digital, direct digital, color control and calibration...what a ride!

Jerry's passion for photography began in his youth. But just taking pictures wasn't enough. He discovered, refurbished and equipped the darkroom an uncle had fashioned in the attic of his home and with that the world of artistic and technical control was opened. Formal study of art & photography began in high school. Awed by the stunning beauty of Ansel Adams' work, he read, re-read and used Ansel's comprehensive 5-volume Basic Photography series as his guide for choosing equipment and process. It may be intuitively obvious that truly great photographs don't simply happen, rather, Ansel demonstrated the intimate relationship between the artistic and technical. This understanding and philosophy has shaped his art. And, living in the foothills of the Cascade range, with a clear view of the paragliding center of western Washington at his door, Rainier National Park, the Olympic National Park, Pacific Ocean beaches, the wintering grounds of the Snow Geese, Trumpeter Swans and Tundra Swans so close, it is no wonder these venues figure so prominently in his work.

Cindy completed her formal training in Interior Design at the Art Institute of Portland. She is a gifted artist with remarkable skills developed beyond the classroom in a spectrum of experience that includes architects, builders, home owners and photographers. She selects images and format with an eye to successful display from the small and intimate to public spaces. Her gifts of selecting and grouping images work together in achieving a striking impact and presence. This talent adds a significant dimension to the art we offer. Give her a call. Describe your settings and preferences. She will work with you to meet your needs.

Training & Experience (Jerry)

B.S. & Ph.D., Chemistry; Professor of Chemistry (Five Years, Two Universities); More than Two Decades in the Research Laboratories of the Eastman Kodak Company; Extensive Formal Photograpic Training by Eastman Kodak; Digital Photographic Training at the Rochester Institute of Technology; Digital Imaging/Photo Lab Owner/Operator; Photoshop Professional from Version 1 and Beta Tester for Several Releases; Publishing Industry/Microsoft/Computer Industry Liaison; Commercial Architectural and Aerial Photography; Canon Professional Services Member

Our photographic venues include Europe, Asia, South & North America. Even though Jerry worked as a research scientist, Kodak used his photos to introduce newly developed films, in advertising aimed at the scientific community, and one image made the Kodak Annual Report. Many of the images grace the walls of the homes & offices of friends, colleagues and contacts around the world. Our commissioned architectural and aerial photos appear regularly in a wide variety of magazines, on the Web and beyond. And we have many faithful customers who have purchased and enjoy our canvases, fine art prints and greeting cards.

We have a very large collection of unpublished images that will be added to our offerings. And the quest for beautiful images continues.

We Invite Orders, Inquires, Comments & Suggestions: E-Mail/Phone: Art & Production/206-799-0857; Photography/206-799-4750