With an ever-evolving creative palette, I pour equal energy and effort into every artistic endeavor I undertake. As I witness it all through the lens of my camera, each genre I delve into becomes a conduit for to share my excitement and inspiration. Every edition I capture or create is born from tireless exploration and effort, a meticulous final examination, anchored with an unwavering commitment towards delivering excellence.

I am my own toughest critic, never settling for anything less than the best of my ability. I don’t compete with anyone but myself, and proudly state that the term, “that’s good enough”, will never leave my lips. I strive for my results to transcend expectations, thus becoming a living and breathing testament of my dedication. And, never will I expect anyone to add anything less to their collection, nor exhibit in their castle, than I would in mine.

Doug is a talented and well-educated photographer who began his professional career in early 1988 within the commercial sector before seamlessly merging his passion for fine art photography in late 2004. Therefore with over thirty-five years of successfully working with clients in advertising, fashion, editorial photography, he  built a solid foundation as a commercial photographer. This was complimented with over the last twenty years running concurrently as a photographic fine art photographer. Looking to the future, Doug has no plans of retiring, as creativity is not just his profession, it’s his way of life. Currently, he is rebranding, blending select genre within his extensive experience with a fresh approach to his creative vision, aiming to cultivate a mutually beneficial relationship as he progresses.

His fine art emerges from a deep passion for photography, and he will be the first to tell you that drawing or painting, which he greatly admires in those who truly have this gift, is not his best strength. Though realistically, this is irrelevant because he loves everything about photography and being a photographer, whereas his camera has been an extra appendage on his body throughout most of his life. He acknowledges that when he started in photography during the mid-1970s, the ‘old school’ method of shooting film, developing it by hand, and printing in the darkroom was essential to his growth into the artist he is today. It required significant patience, an insistence on paying attention to detail, and taught him well. There was no room for error which usually meant embarrassing and expensive reshoots, especially when compared to the stark contrast of instant gratification offered by today’s technology, which can ‘save the day’ with the implementation of the right software. In Doug’s opinion, this allows those who buy a camera and then almost overnight label themselves as being a ‘photographer’ look better than they actually are. And now, with the introduction of AI, who knows in the long-term how it will effect the industry and credibility of being a true photographer.

Doug began his transition to digital photography in the late 1990s, during its early development. Once he decided to incorporate it into his business, he adapted quickly, though he had no concept at the time of how transformative this leap would be. He takes pride in his hands-on background, but he also embraces the enhancements that digital technology brings to his imagery. It complements his ability to present his best work and has become integral to his composite creations.

His interests encompass a wide range of subject matter, and he refuses to let any single genre define his artistic statement. He believes what sets him apart from the influx of photographic artists today, who often focus on just one or two subjects, is his desire to explore a wider range of themes. His collection is diverse and boundless, accumulated from many years of putting his camera up to his eye, reflecting his openness to capturing any subject that piques his interest. At the heart of his creativity is a pursuit of beauty in its many forms, as he explores a wide range of ideas and transforms them into compelling, meaningful realities. He finds true joy in bringing his visions to life, driven by a deep passion for what he does. The greatest reward, however, is knowing his work is appreciated by his peers and an audience of friends, fans, and collectors.

As noted above, Doug was initially known for his commercial photography before presenting himself as a photographic fine artist within his debut exhibit in 2004. Yet his most cherished and widely collected image to date, “My Swan,” was captured on his very first roll of film as a college photography student in 1978.

Maybe in his case it could be said; once an artist, always an artist.