ChronoVisions: Reimagining Power – Adam Wesley as Napoleon in Coronation Robes

December 14, 2024 in Chrono Visions, Portraiture, Works, Los Angeles, New York, London

The "ChronoVisions: An Epochal Fusion" project continues to delve into the intersection of history, artistry, and imagination, and its latest addition is no exception. Featuring actor Adam Wesley, this portrait is a reinterpretation of the celebrated "Portrait of Napoleon in Coronation Robes" by Baron François Gérard (1804). Inspired by Napoleon Bonaparte's momentous self-coronation as Emperor on December 2, 1804, this new work captures the spirit of grandeur, self-aggrandizement, and myth-making that defined one of history's most fascinating figures.

ChronoVisions: A Portrait of Promise – Oleksandr Chepikov

December 06, 2024 in Actors Headshots, Actors Headshots Children, Chrono Visions

Capturing the essence of youth in a historical framework is a rare and delicate challenge. For my ongoing ChronoVisions project, I had the opportunity to photograph Oleksandr Chepikov, a talented young actor, at my studio in Los Angeles. This portrait became an exploration of timelessness through the lens of innocence and quiet determination.

ChronoVisions: A Moment of Contemplation – Portrait of Barbara Ramos

December 05, 2024 in Chrono Visions, Portraiture, Los Angeles Portraits, Los Angeles, London, New York

One of the most rewarding aspects of my ChronoVisions project is the ability to explore the emotions and complexities of my subjects within a historical and artistic framework. Recently, I had the privilege of photographing Barbara Ramos, a striking and thoughtful subject whose presence brought a unique depth to this ongoing series.

ChronoVisions: An Epochal Fusion – "The Civil Code"

December 05, 2024 in Chrono Visions, Portraiture, London, Los Angeles, New York

As a photographer, I’ve always been fascinated by the intersection of history and storytelling. My latest portrait, titled "The Civil Code," is a continuation of my ChronoVisions series, a project inspired by the enigmatic Chronovisor and the allure of exploring different eras through art. This particular portrait takes its cues from the Napoleonic era, a time of revolutionary change and enduring influence.

Capturing Jordan Patrick Smith: A Portrait Session at the Los Angeles Studio

October 31, 2024 in Portraiture, Chrono Visions, Los Angeles Portraits, Los Angeles, New York, Top Clients, Top Moment, Featured Sitting

This recent portrait of Jordan Patrick Smith is part of my ongoing project, ChronoVisions: An Epochal Fusion, a series that brings the mysterious allure of the Chronovisor into the realm of modern photography. Inspired by an array of artistic icons, including Frank Herbert, Caravaggio, David Lynch, Gustave Dore, and Ribera, this project is an ambitious exploration of historical eras through the lens of contemporary portraiture.

Behind the Lens with Actor Paul Kaye: A Journey Through Time in ChronoVisions

October 22, 2024 in Top Clients, Top Moment, London, Los Angeles, New York, Featured Sitting, Portraiture, Chrono Visions

In my latest project ChronoVisions: An Epochal Fusion, I had the incredible opportunity to photograph Paul Kaye, known for his iconic characters such as Dennis Pennis and Thoros of Myr. The series draws inspiration from the mythical Chronovisor and blends historical eras with modern portraiture. Paul's versatility shone throughout the session, embodying both playful and introspective personas across three portraits.