Education:
M.F.A., Photography, Massachusetts College of Art, Boston, MA. May 1999.
B.A. , Double Major: Photography and Geography, Clark University, Worcester, MA. May 1992.
Assistant Professor Title awarded 2006
Skills:
Camera Formats: Large, Medium Format Digital Systems: SINAR and Leaf Systems
Large Format Film Cameras: Polaroid 20x24, 8x10, 5x7, 4x5
Multiple Medium Formats
Small Format Digital Camera: D2X, Digital formats, 35mm, 2 ¼.
Computer:
CS3 – Photoshop
Scanner – Hasselblad Imacon
Epson Printers 3800, 4800, 9800
Member of:
SPE - Society for Photographic Educators
CAA - College Art Association
Teaching Experience:
Assistant Professor, New England Institute of Art, Brookline, MA. Jan. 2004- Present
Essential functions and responsibilities in addition to teaching include: Designing and teaching ‘studio anonymous’, an after-hours equipment training session for students needing extra help, hosting open house events for prospective students, leading ‘a day in the life’ seminar, attending weekly faculty meetings, advising and meeting with students regarding work and studio issues, curriculum development for new photo major and school for professional development photo certificate programs.
Photography Program
PH213 - Concept Development
Advanced concepts process-oriented class. This course introduces students to working in production and developing ideas from concept to final product in conjunction with the needs of a client. In this course students begin to explore development of visual solutions to photography problems. Artist examples and imagery, films, media, art history, art theory, group critiques and self analysis are used to further the expectations of work produced.
PH203 - Location Photography
Introduction of issues and meanings of place. Students explore locations through planning and logistics using different photographic techniques.
PH112 - Large Format Lighting
An introduction to large format cameras, Large Format Digital Systems (Leaf / Sinar) and the basic concepts and principles of Studio lighting.
PH201 – Studio Photography
Studio Photography will address the principles of composition and the manipulation of subject matter through camera and lighting techniques. The course will focus on developing problem-solving skills that address technical and creative methods of crafting an image to achieve a desired goal.
PH101 - Principles of Photography
In this course, students will become familiar with basic digital photography tools, including camera systems, digital asset management and digital photography printing. Students learn to examine photographs and apply fundamental photographic techniques to images.
Graphic Design
GD140 - Principles of Commercial Photography
Introduction to the professional world of Digital Photography while also acquainting the student to studio lighting, photojournalism, issues of Composition and Pre/During/Post Production.
GD280 - Intermediate Photography
Class that advances the students’ knowledge and skill in the Digital photographic world by field trips, lessons on photographic history, and creative photographic assignments that will produce a portfolio reflecting their interests and the foundations of the course.
Digital Filmmaking & Video Production
DMP100 - Principles of Digital Still Photography
Fundamental course on the functions and operations of the digital still camera/media, leading to the development of visual techniques/applications to the motion capture field. Course is taught through lectures, field trips, movies, and assignments.
Part Time Faculty, Northeastern University, Boston, MA. September 2001-2004.
Contemporary Directions in Photography
Undergraduate course that examines current themes in photography through intensive lectures, readings and writing assignments. Students learn to look back at Art and Photography’s history and relate it to its present state.
Art History of Photography
Undergraduate course that examines photography’s development through time using intensive lectures, readings and writing assignments. Students learn the broad scope of photography’s history.
Introduction to Black and White Photography
Weekly 5 hour course that instructs students about the differing techniques and procedures of the camera (35mm, 2 ¼’), the negative, and the print. A final body of work is produced that represents learned knowledge and progress.
Intermediate Photography
Bi-weekly class that furthers the students photographic skills by teaching Zone System, advanced printing techniques, differing film types (color and Black and White), advanced color printing.
Part Time Faculty, New England School of Photography, Boston, MA. September 2001- 2006.
Visual Perceptions
Introduces the student to different photographic forms of expression, while taking into account the students developing interest(s) and directions within their own work. Students learn through lectures, critiques, visiting artists, films, readings and writing assignments.
Methods and Processes
Biweekly 6 hour course that instructs students about the differing techniques and procedures of the large format camera (4x5), the negative, and the print. A final body of work is produced that represents learned knowledge and progress.
Instructor, Montserrat College of Art, Beverly, MA. Summer 2005.
Photography, Pre-College program
Beginner level course that introduces students to the aesthetic, technical and intellectual aspects of photography. Traditional and digital photography techniques taught and practiced.
Faculty, Arlington Center for the Arts, Arlington, MA. January 2002 -2007.
Polaroid Transfer Class
Evening adult education course exploring and producing differing techniques of the Polaroid Transfer process.
Drawing Methods
Evening adult education course teaching basic techniques and methods of rendering the observed as works on paper.
Adjunct Faculty, Curry College, Milton, MA. March 2000-2002.
Art History of Photography
College credit course for adult learners and undergraduates about the development of Photography throughout its history and its effect upon society. Content includes lectures and field trips to local museums.
Instructor, Massachusetts College of Art, Boston, MA. Fall 1998-Spring 1999.
Introductory Photography 101 and Intermediate Photography 102
Instructed undergraduate students in introductory and intermediate photographic techniques for two semesters. Created the class curriculum. Counseled students in the direction of their work. Broadened the students’ understanding of photography through specific lectures, field trips to museums, movies and books.
Teaching Assistant, Clark University Visual Arts Department,Worcester, MA. 1992.
Non-Silver Process and Black and White Photography
Assisted in two semesters of undergraduate photography courses. Familiarized introductory and intermediate students with the tools, techniques and materials of photography. Maintained darkroom and supervised lab time.
Artist Assistant Experience:
Assistant to the Artist Sol LeWitt, Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, N.Y. Nov.-Dec. 2000.
Assisted in the preparation, construction, painting and drawing of many of LeWitt’s murals and installations for the Sol LeWitt retrospective at the Whitney Museum of American Art.
Assistant to the Sculptor, Joseph Ferguson, Weston, MA. May 1999-April 2000.
Assisted in preparing new sculptures and conserving older sculptures for the purpose of
exhibition. Conserved ten large metal sculptures by taking apart, sanding, cleaning, priming, painting, welding and reassembling the various parts.
Assistant to the Artist in Residence, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston, MA. Winter Spring 1997-98.
Worked with Abelardo Morrell during his tenure as resident artist at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Helped in organizing photo shoots. Assisted in lighting, equipment, preparation, camera and film. Interacted with museum staff.
Other Professional Experience:
Freelance Digital Photo Designer, Isabella Stewart Gardner, Museum, Boston, MA. Spring 1998.
Created digital montage photograph using Adobe PhotoShop 5.5. Combined my images with photographs from the museum archives to produce a professional output Iris print for special event.
Photographer and Photo Technician, Fayfoto, Boston, MA. October 1994-February 1996.
Photographed social, sports and political events for use in magazines, newspapers (Boston Globe), leaflets, and newsletters. Took portraits (Dalai Lama, Janet Reno and Julia Child) and small group photographs. Printed and processed various film formats (35mm, 2 ¼, 4x5, 8x 10) for professional publications.
Community Based/Outreach Experience:
Faculty, Arlington Center for the Arts, Arlington, MA. January 2002 - 2007.
Drawing Methods
Evening adult education course teaching basic techniques and methods of rendering the observed as works on paper.
Staff Photographer, Himal Magazine, Kathmandu, Nepal. February-March 1994.
Took photographs on assignment. Shot photographs for the magazine’s covers and internal articles. Published photographs on cover and inside 1994 editions.
Volunteer International Campaign for Tibet Washington D.C. October 1992-August 1994
Worked at many events involved with the Tibetan community and International Sino-Tibetan relations. Event involved with visits from and with His Holiness the Dali Lama
Intern, Congressional Human Rights Foundation, Washington, DC. October 1992-January 1993.
Portrait photographer for use in newsletter. Reviewed congressional reports and provided synopses for staff. Researched in the Library of Congress for records of current events pertaining to human rights.
Exhibitions:
Newspace Center for Photography – Portland, Oregon. January 2010.
All Faculty Show, New England Institute of Art Gallery 303– Brookline, MA. August 2008.
PRC Photo Slam – Boston, MA. Spring 2008.
Montserrat College of Art – Beverly, MA. July 2005.
Vernon Street Studios - Somerville, MA. May, 2002.
St. Botolph’s Club - Boston, MA. May 25- August 25, 1999.
The Huntington Gallery - Boston, MA. May, 1999.
Photographic Resource Center - Boston, MA. Spring 1998.
Baklar Gallery - Boston, MA. Fall 1998.
Arlington Art Center - Arlington, VA. Spring 1996.