Born and raised in Chicago, IL. Shot sports and general assignments in High School, also worked with a wedding photographer. Worked in Student Photo Service in college, went into photo retail after college, and stayed in the industry as a Lifetime Certified Purchasing Manager for over 30 years. Finally gave in and followed my dream after my last day job dried up and have never looked back. I love what I do and do what I love so I never work a day in my life