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Love without Borders. Rivka and Mark Bohemian – Orcas Island Wedding

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Rivka and Mark

Bohemian Orcas Island Wedding


If I needed to pick a favorite wedding, this would be it. Not because the images are the best photographs. What separates this wedding from the rest is the fusion of rich, cultural traditions and modern bohemian style. Rivka is Jewish and Mark is German and the wedding guests came from all over the world. A true destination wedding.

At every moment –  from before the wedding ceremony to the final dance at the reception, there was something happening. A camera was in hand the whole day and It was fun to be a part of.

There was also a spontaneity as some things just happened, even the bride and groom were kept on their toes by the guests. The Jewish and German traditions had a personalized, multicultural modern twists. Before the wedding, each family did toasts to the bride and groom. Not too many tears, but some amazing words of encouragement and lots of laughter. Instead of the bride walking down the aisle, the two families united  and walked arm in arm to their seats followed by the bride and groom. The ceremony was 30 minutes, packed with songs, chants, poems, rings, kiss, vows, candle lighting, bread and breaking a plate. At the reception, lanterns hung on the trees and inside Oddfellow’s Hall. Both Rivka and Marc work and live around the world. These were all brought from Asia for the wedding. The dried and fresh flowers were grown on Rivka’s family farm in Orcas Island. The dried flowers were made over two-years. Near the altar and chhupa, there was a large, detailed mandala done out the flowers.

Rivka and Mark were truly in love and there wasn’t a time after the entrance they were not together. I ran into Rivka at the local food Co-Op recently and they continue to work and live abroad with their daughter.

#Bohemian #Destination #Wedding #Eastsound #OrcasIsland #WA #Photography #Photographer #weddingphotography

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Rivka and Mark Wedding
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.
  • Rivka and Mark Wedding – Orcas Island, WA.

Black Days – Homeless in Medford, OR Series #3.

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Black Days – Homeless in Medford, OR Series #3.

Yesterday, I had a chance to talk and photograph some amazing people. Survivors. These people have a past, an unfortunate present and with hope, empathy and help an optimistic future.

#Medford #OR #Oregon #FirstPresbyterianChurchofMedford #homeless #portraits #portrait #photography #fujifilm


Tony Craig in a parka – Thawing out – Snowmeggedon 2019

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Tony Craig in a parka

Snowmeggedon 2019

I have really enjoyed all the snow pics and feel real bad I’m sitting down here in 48 degrees Medford. So, here’s Tony Craig in a parka to thaw out the north!

  • Tony Craig – Personal Fitness Trainer. Tulalip, WA
  • Tony Craig – Personal Fitness Trainer. Tulalip, WA
  • Tony Craig – Personal Fitness Trainer. Tulalip, WA
  • Tony Craig – Personal Fitness Trainer. Tulalip, WA
  • Tony Craig – Personal Fitness Trainer. Tulalip, WA
  • Tony Craig – Personal Fitness Trainer. Tulalip, WA
  • Tony Craig – Personal Fitness Trainer. Tulalip, WA


#native #body #bodybuilding #fitness #men #male #workout #physique #photography #Snowmeggedon #parka #thaw #fujifilm


Black Days – Presentation. Medford, OR.

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Black Days presentation in Medford, OR. February 10, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church of Medford, Jazz Vespers.

Here is a short video and text of the presentation for Black Days.

Presenting Black Days in Medford, OR.

Black Days – Portrait Photography Homeless in Medford.

This series of portraits were shot in Medford over several months in 2018.

What makes Medford any different than any town or city in the United States? Well…nothing. That was the point. I could shoot photos in Kansas City, Los Angeles or Seattle. Medford might be a small town in Southern Oregon, but shares the same crisis that is continuously worsening across not only the Pacific Northwest, but the whole United States.

The series also has a very personal connection. My younger brother, Chad,  was homeless and on the street. His story did not end well. The timing of these photos is also a tribute to my brother and 2018 would have been my his 47th birthday. I do miss him.

I had a chance to talk and photograph some amazing people. Survivors. These people have a past, an unfortunate present and with hope, empathy and help a future.

All the proceeds from these photographs go directly to The Bridge. The Bridge offers a long- term housing solution for the homeless. To make a Donation to The Bridge buy a print or buy them all.

Special thanks to The First Presbyterian Church of Medford, Robin, Angelee and Pastor Richmond for the encouragement to start this project and the compassionate, committed work you do.

Aaron – A photograph makes a difference.

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Aaron – A photograph makes a difference.

I had the chance to take Aaron’s photo in September 2018. A couple weeks later I mailed prints to the church in hopes that everyone I shot would get one. This is how a photograph made a difference. Aaron received his and was instantly moved by it. He returned home to show his mom the print. His mother was stunned to see Aaron again and  that someone would want to take his photo in the first place. Through this reconnection, because of a print, Aaron is now off the streets (and back on his medication!).
Aaron – Black Days – Medford, OR.

#Medford #MedfordOR #Oregon #FirstPresbyterianChurchofMedford #homeless #portraits #portrait #photography #blackdays

Aaron - A photograph makes a difference.
Aaron – Homeless – Medford, OR

Evening of Jazz and Photography. Black Days – Exhibition. Featuring Mark Hamersly Trio

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It’s going to be a memorable evening of Jazz and Photography.
Black Days – Exhibition – Gallery Show
Jazz Vespers, featuring Mark Hamersly Trio @Mark.Hamersly
Sunday, Feb 10, 5:00.
Last of the PR for the show…promise!

#Medford #MedfordOR #Oregon #FirstPresbyterianChurchofMedford #homeless #portraits #portrait #photography #jazz #music #concert


  • Renee – Homeless – Medford, OR
  • Okey – Homeless – Medford, OR
  • Deborah – Homeless – Medford, OR
  • Gino – Homeless – Medford, OR
  • Amanda – Homeless – Medford, OR
  • Kris – Homeless – Medford, OR
  • Sandra – Homeless – Medford, OR

Black Days – Gallery Show. February 20, 2019. 5pm. Free.

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Black Days – Gallery Show
First Presbyterian Church of Medford

  • Black Days – Homeless in Medford, OR A small Southern Oregon town with large city problems, not unlike most towns and cities in the United States.This is the second series of portraits shot in Medford, OR over several days in October, 2018. Special thanks to Angelee and Murray Richmond for the encouragement to continue this project and the compassionate, committed work you do. To make a Donation to The Bridge: https://www.gofundme.com/the-bridge-long-term-sober-living
  • Black Days – Homeless in Medford, OR A small Southern Oregon town with large city problems, not unlike most towns and cities in the United States.This is the second series of portraits shot in Medford, OR over several days in October, 2018. Special thanks to Angelee and Murray Richmond for the encouragement to continue this project and the compassionate, committed work you do. To make a Donation to The Bridge: https://www.gofundme.com/the-bridge-long-term-sober-living
  • Black Days – Homeless in Medford, OR A small Southern Oregon town with large city problems, not unlike most towns and cities in the United States.This is the second series of portraits shot in Medford, OR over several days in October, 2018. Special thanks to Angelee and Murray Richmond for the encouragement to continue this project and the compassionate, committed work you do. To make a Donation to The Bridge: https://www.gofundme.com/the-bridge-long-term-sober-living
  • Black Days – Homeless in Medford, OR A small Southern Oregon town with large city problems, not unlike most towns and cities in the United States.This is the second series of portraits shot in Medford, OR over several days in October, 2018. Special thanks to Angelee and Murray Richmond for the encouragement to continue this project and the compassionate, committed work you do. To make a Donation to The Bridge: https://www.gofundme.com/the-bridge-long-term-sober-living
  • Black Days – Homeless in Medford, OR A small Southern Oregon town with large city problems, not unlike most towns and cities in the United States.This is the second series of portraits shot in Medford, OR over several days in October, 2018. Special thanks to Angelee and Murray Richmond for the encouragement to continue this project and the compassionate, committed work you do. To make a Donation to The Bridge: https://www.gofundme.com/the-bridge-long-term-sober-living

Medford, OR
February 10, 2019
5pm – Free Admission

If you are in the Medford Area, stop by and enjoy some amazing live Jazz and my photography show. I am showcasing my series Black Days at the The First Presbyterian Church of Medford. The show will be launched at the Jazz Vespers event and run for a month (or until sold out). The proceeds go directly to The Bridge. The Bridge offers a long- term housing solution for the homeless. Medford is a small Southern Oregon town with large city problems, not unlike most towns and cities in the United States. This series of portraits were shot in Medford, OR over several months in 2018.
The series also has a personal connection. My younger brother was homeless and on the street. The story does not end well.

#Medford #MedfordOR #Oregon #FirstPresbyterianChurchofMedford #homeless #portraits #portrait #photography

Gypsy Soul – Wine Diva – Kayti Fitzgerald – Re-Release.

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Gypsy Soul – Wine Diva – Kayti Fitzgerald

One of the last Wine Diva sessions that I’m re-releasing is a Roma Inspired series – Gypsy Soul.

This all came about when Assunta wanted before and after photos of Kayti with makeup. “Can you hold this glass of wine?” as I uncorked a bottle of Tempranillo.

Our model – Kayti with her big eyes, curly hair, complexion and heritage – is the soul of a gypsy. Roma outfit and dark barrel room ambience unleashed the essence of the gypsy in front of the lens. The session was filled with crystal ball, tarot cards and mystical magnetism. After a quick wardrobe change and makeup touch up, a second series was shot – the Little Black Dress. Playful seductiveness is what the world perceives – The two sides of Kayti. She cleans up well!

Model – Kayti Fitzgerald

Photographer – Russell Chandler

Location – Eagle Haven Winery Sedro – Woolley, WA.

Wine – 2012 Tempranillo

Make Up – Assunta Napoleone

Costuming – Assunta Napoleone

Art Direction – Assunta Napoleone & Russell Chandler

August 2016

#EagleHaven #SedroWoolley #Tempranillo #Photography #gypsy #roma #WA #winery #wine #winediva #skagit

Kayti Wine Diva
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Eagle Haven Winery – Tempranillio
  • Model – Kayti Fitzgerald Photographers – Russell Chandler & Assunta Napoleone Make Up – Assunta Napoleone Location – Eagle Haven Winery Sedro – Woolley, WA. Costuming – Assunta Napoleone and Kayti Fitzgerald Art Direction – Assunta Napoleone & Russell Chandler Gypsy Soul Our model – Kayti with her big eyes, curly hair, complexion and heritage – is the soul of a gypsy. Roma outfit and dark barrel room ambience unleashed the essence of the gypsy in front of our lens. The session was filled with crystal ball, tarot cards and mystical magnetism. Session Two – the Little Black Dress. Playful seductiveness is what the world perceives – The two sides of Kayti.
  • Model – Kayti Fitzgerald Photographers – Russell Chandler & Assunta Napoleone Make Up – Assunta Napoleone Location – Eagle Haven Winery Sedro – Woolley, WA. Costuming – Assunta Napoleone and Kayti Fitzgerald Art Direction – Assunta Napoleone & Russell Chandler Gypsy Soul Our model – Kayti with her big eyes, curly hair, complexion and heritage – is the soul of a gypsy. Roma outfit and dark barrel room ambience unleashed the essence of the gypsy in front of our lens. The session was filled with crystal ball, tarot cards and mystical magnetism. Session Two – the Little Black Dress. Playful seductiveness is what the world perceives – The two sides of Kayti.
  • Model – Kayti Fitzgerald Photographers – Russell Chandler & Assunta Napoleone Make Up – Assunta Napoleone Location – Eagle Haven Winery Sedro – Woolley, WA. Costuming – Assunta Napoleone and Kayti Fitzgerald Art Direction – Assunta Napoleone & Russell Chandler Gypsy Soul Our model – Kayti with her big eyes, curly hair, complexion and heritage – is the soul of a gypsy. Roma outfit and dark barrel room ambience unleashed the essence of the gypsy in front of our lens. The session was filled with crystal ball, tarot cards and mystical magnetism. Session Two – the Little Black Dress. Playful seductiveness is what the world perceives – The two sides of Kayti.
  • Model – Kayti Fitzgerald Photographers – Russell Chandler & Assunta Napoleone Make Up – Assunta Napoleone Location – Eagle Haven Winery Sedro – Woolley, WA. Costuming – Assunta Napoleone and Kayti Fitzgerald Art Direction – Assunta Napoleone & Russell Chandler Gypsy Soul Our model – Kayti with her big eyes, curly hair, complexion and heritage – is the soul of a gypsy. Roma outfit and dark barrel room ambience unleashed the essence of the gypsy in front of our lens. The session was filled with crystal ball, tarot cards and mystical magnetism. Session Two – the Little Black Dress. Playful seductiveness is what the world perceives – The two sides of Kayti.
  • Model – Kayti Fitzgerald Photographers – Russell Chandler & Assunta Napoleone Make Up – Assunta Napoleone Location – Eagle Haven Winery Sedro – Woolley, WA. Costuming – Assunta Napoleone and Kayti Fitzgerald Art Direction – Assunta Napoleone & Russell Chandler Gypsy Soul Our model – Kayti with her big eyes, curly hair, complexion and heritage – is the soul of a gypsy. Roma outfit and dark barrel room ambience unleashed the essence of the gypsy in front of our lens. The session was filled with crystal ball, tarot cards and mystical magnetism. Session Two – the Little Black Dress. Playful seductiveness is what the world perceives – The two sides of Kayti.
  • Model – Kayti Fitzgerald Photographers – Russell Chandler & Assunta Napoleone Make Up – Assunta Napoleone Location – Eagle Haven Winery Sedro – Woolley, WA. Costuming – Assunta Napoleone and Kayti Fitzgerald Art Direction – Assunta Napoleone & Russell Chandler Gypsy Soul Our model – Kayti with her big eyes, curly hair, complexion and heritage – is the soul of a gypsy. Roma outfit and dark barrel room ambience unleashed the essence of the gypsy in front of our lens. The session was filled with crystal ball, tarot cards and mystical magnetism. Session Two – the Little Black Dress. Playful seductiveness is what the world perceives – The two sides of Kayti.
  • Model – Kayti Fitzgerald Photographers – Russell Chandler & Assunta Napoleone Make Up – Assunta Napoleone Location – Eagle Haven Winery Sedro – Woolley, WA. Costuming – Assunta Napoleone and Kayti Fitzgerald Art Direction – Assunta Napoleone & Russell Chandler Gypsy Soul Our model – Kayti with her big eyes, curly hair, complexion and heritage – is the soul of a gypsy. Roma outfit and dark barrel room ambience unleashed the essence of the gypsy in front of our lens. The session was filled with crystal ball, tarot cards and mystical magnetism. Session Two – the Little Black Dress. Playful seductiveness is what the world perceives – The two sides of Kayti.
  • Model – Kayti Fitzgerald Photographers – Russell Chandler & Assunta Napoleone Make Up – Assunta Napoleone Location – Eagle Haven Winery Sedro – Woolley, WA. Costuming – Assunta Napoleone and Kayti Fitzgerald Art Direction – Assunta Napoleone & Russell Chandler Gypsy Soul Our model – Kayti with her big eyes, curly hair, complexion and heritage – is the soul of a gypsy. Roma outfit and dark barrel room ambience unleashed the essence of the gypsy in front of our lens. The session was filled with crystal ball, tarot cards and mystical magnetism. Session Two – the Little Black Dress. Playful seductiveness is what the world perceives – The two sides of Kayti.

Everything’s coming up Rosé. Wine Diva – Tonya.

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Everything’s coming up Rosé. Wine Diva – Tonya.

The first of the Wine Diva series was shot in the Skagit Valley tulip fields. The images were used for the Rosé wine release. Tonya in the Tulips also produced many personal portraits.

Who wears a little black dress to the tulips? Why, Tonya of course!  As she channeled her inner Stevie Nicks, we had a great time wandering through full bloom on an early spring morning. Though it looks like a balmy sunny day – it could not have been more opposite. A storm was threatening rain and the cold arctic wind hammered us. A down parka was the essential prop and both sets of images were shot in less than 30 minutes!

Model – Tonya Cabe.

Eagle Haven Winery

Location – Tulip Fields – Skagit, WA.

Photographer – Russell Chandler

#EagleHaven #SedroWoolley #Rosé #Photography #Vineyard #WA #winery #wine #winediva #skagit #tulips


Tonya Wine Diva
  • Eagle Haven Winery Commercial Images: Everything’s coming up Rosé. Model Tonya Cabe in the Skagit, WA Tulip Fields.
  • Eagle Haven Winery Commercial Images: Everything’s coming up Rosé. Model Tonya Cabe in the Skagit, WA Tulip Fields.
  • Eagle Haven Winery Commercial Images: Everything’s coming up Rosé. Model Tonya Cabe in the Skagit, WA Tulip Fields.
  • Eagle Haven Winery Commercial Images: Everything’s coming up Rosé. Model Tonya Cabe in the Skagit, WA Tulip Fields.
  • Eagle Haven Winery Commercial Images: Everything’s coming up Rosé. Model Tonya Cabe in the Skagit, WA Tulip Fields.
  • Eagle Haven Winery Commercial Images: Everything’s coming up Rosé. Model Tonya Cabe in the Skagit, WA Tulip Fields.
  • Eagle Haven Winery Commercial Images: Everything’s coming up Rosé. Model Tonya Cabe in the Skagit, WA Tulip Fields.
  • Eagle Haven Winery Commercial Images: Everything’s coming up Rosé. Model Tonya Cabe in the Skagit, WA Tulip Fields.
  • Tonya Cabe location portraits photographed in the Skagit, WA tulip fields.
  • Tonya Cabe location portraits photographed in the Skagit, WA tulip fields.
  • Tonya Cabe location portraits photographed in the Skagit, WA tulip fields.
  • Tonya Cabe location portraits photographed in the Skagit, WA tulip fields.

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