I'm an occasional photographer specializing in Chicago's built environment.
I began photographing all 77 official Chicago Community Areas in 2006, and have amassed an archive of 500,000+ photos of the region and beyond. My photos seek to capture both the typical and the extraordinary elements of the architecture and built environment of Chicagoland's diverse communities. I have also done a lot of available-light interior photography of some of the city's most impressive landmarks and long-exposure nighttime cityscape photography. I am passionate about exploring Chicagoland by bike and documenting what I see.
View a selection of my best photos in the Galleries on this website.
Follow me on social media: As of 2025, I am only active on BlueSky, but I maintain considerable archives on Flickr as well.
I routinely license photos and occasionally take on freelance projects. If you see a photo you'd like to use, or want to know if I have photos of a specific subject or location in my archive, please contact me. I do not typically have the capacity to take on significant commissions, but will sometimes take on a small project.
I'm an experienced professional with diverse skills honed over a decade in nonprofit work.
I currently serve as Digital Engagement and Communications Manager for the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy, where I have been on staff since 2020. In my time there I have helped the organization transition successfully to a much more robust level of online programming and communication.
From 2014-2019, I helped run one of the world’s largest festivals of architecture and urban exploration: Open House Chicago presented by the Chicago Architecture Center. For one weekend each year, OHC welcomes over 100,000 visitors to explore 300 sites of architectural, historical, and cultural significance throughout Chicago.
I'm a seasoned writer with an academic grounding in the social sciences and experience producing and editing content for a range of audiences and purposes. I wrote and edited descriptions and supplied photography of hundreds of the sites that have been featured in Open House Chicago. I now serve as the managing editor for SaveWright magazine, as well as editing and overseeing the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy’s website and social media.
Project management, working with volunteers, event planning, communications and marketing, research and analysis, fundraising, advocacy - I've worn a number of hats, frequently more than one at a time. I enjoy working on challenging projects that require a range of skills.
I'm a quick learner with an exceptional ability to find technology solutions to operational challenges. I've built and maintained websites, created and managed databases, and used powerful analytical tools. I'm comfortable with computers and focused on harnessing them for productive use.
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