Interviews and Stories
Uncovering the passion, struggle, and triumphs of people through compelling stories and interviews.
Letterpress Printer Nan Flynn
Letterpress printer Nan Flynn recently embarked on an exciting new chapter, launching a new website to showcase her exquisite letterpress printing creations. To perfectly complement her new brand and highlight her beautiful products, Nan reached out to me for professional photography. I had the pleasure of meeting her at her stunning home studio for our photoshoot. A few weeks after our successful session, I returned to Nan’s studio, this time to interview her for my personal podcast series, The Creative Push. It was a wonderful opportunity to delve deeper into her passion for letterpress, her creative process, and the story behind her unique artistry. Here are some of my favorite…
Master Printmaker Terrell Thornhill
I recently did an artist interview with master printmaker Terrell Thornhill for The Creative Push. He crafts beautiful limited-edition prints onto paper using old-school methods of screen printing from the early 1900s combined with painting techniques. Self-taught, he has spent over 40 years mastering his printing technique. Here are a few of the images I took while doing my interview with him. If you are interested in learning more about Terrell and his art you can read the full story at my other project called The Creative Push, all the links are below. The Creative Push Vlog On YouTube: Watch my artist interview with Terrell on YouTube and you can…
Glassblower Michael Allison
I recently met with acclaimed mixed media artist and glassblower Michael Allison at his studio in Joelton, Tennessee. I interviewed Michael for The Creative Push artist interview series, delving into his fascinating creative process. Michael is not only a masterful glass artist but also incredibly talented with other mediums. He crafts beautiful jewelry and unique works incorporating metal and wood, showcasing his diverse artistic range. During my visit, I was able to capture some compelling images of Michael at work in his studio. Here’s a glimpse into the creative world of this remarkable artist. A special thanks to Jon Gugala for assisting me with the podcast, photography, and video. He…
Watercolor Artist Phil Ponder
I had the incredible opportunity to photograph and interview Nashville watercolor artist Phil Ponder in his home studio for The Creative Push podcast’s artist interview series. Phil is renowned for his stunning hand-painted iconic architectural images of Nashville, capturing the city’s unique charm and history. When I first met Phil at an art gathering, I was surprised to learn we were both from Ocala, Florida! I rarely meet other natives from my charming hometown in central Florida. It’s a small world, and even smaller in the art community! Though Phil began his journey as a painter after retirement, he has quickly achieved significant recognition in Nashville. His meticulous artwork plays…
Master Woodcarver Ken Means
I recently met with master woodcarver Ken Means in his Franklin, Tennessee workshop and showroom to interview him for The Creative Push artist interview series. Outside of creating beautiful carousel animals, Ken is also a painter, a bronze artist, and a creator of authentic Pacific Northwest Indian masks. As a professional artist for more than 60 years his story is unique. These are the images I was able to capture in the short time I had while doing the interview. In my artist interview podcast with Ken, he shares his creativity and offers advice to other artists. You can find more about Ken on Instagram. You can also read Ken’s story on The Creative…
James Suh Of Taco Diplomacy
My recent interviewfor my podcast series The Creative Push was with James Suh, the man behind Taco Diplomacy. The idea started with a recent taco pop-up that was the result of the COVID lockdown which allowed him more time at home in the kitchen with his hobby baker wife Karri. She inspired him to perfect some of his international recipes from the food flavors he remembered as a child. They both started offering free tastings from their home in order to get honest feedback on their recipes. The success of their pop-up tastings led to the creation of Taco Diplomacy. James acknowledges that his concept is not just about tacos,…
Artist Buddy Jackson
I recently had the incredible honor of doing a photoshoot and interview with artist Buddy Jackson, one of Nashville’s most notable and respected designers. With over 25 years as an industry professional and two Grammy Awards to his name, Buddy’s insights into the creative world are invaluable. I was absolutely thrilled he allowed me to feature him on The Creative Push podcast. I visited Buddy at his Nashville home for the photoshoot and interview. He openly shared details about his remarkable artistic journey, his long and successful career path, and his fascinating transition from commercial design into a full-time working artist. Buddy’s current passion lies in figurative sculpture, painting, and…
Fiber Artist Twyla Lambert Clark
I recently had the wonderful opportunity to photograph and interview talented fiber artist Twyla Lambert Clark for The Creative Push podcast. I visited Twyla at her home, where we worked in her vibrant sewing studio for the accompanying blog article. Twyla’s dedication to her craft and her unique approach to fiber art truly shine through in her work. Her studio was a treasure trove of textures, colors, and creativity, offering a fascinating glimpse into her artistic process. It was a delightful afternoon spent exploring her world of threads and textiles. Here are some of my favorite images captured during our session, showcasing Twyla and her incredible artistry. If you want…
Hobby Baker Kerri Suh
I wanted to check in and share some news, projects, and photos from a recent shoot I did with a local Nashville hobby baker. I have not offered much about my photo career over the past year and a half but it isn’t because I haven’t been busy! While photography assignments have been cut more than 60% due to COVID I decided to use all of my available time in search of new avenues for my creativity. Assignment photography has been a real struggle due to COVID but rather than wait for business to resume to some kind of normal I began exploring ways I could extend my talent virtually. …
Made In America: Mary Elizabeth Long
She has started creating jewelry from the dyes collected using metal clay, it allows her to recreate ancient looking talismans and amulets.
