Born in Chicago in 1975, I grew up in Andover, MA after my dad's job relocated us there when I was 8. Now living in Los Angeles, across the street from West Hollywood, I'm a portrait and fashion photographer, a lifelong musician and visual artist, and an experienced front end web developer.
I spent a great deal of my time as a kid and teenager drawing in pen and pencil, but a brief encounter with black and white film photography in high school planted a seed that, upon my introduction to Photoshop years later, grew into a passion for creating imagery from life and manipulating it in the digital darkroom. In early 2006, my love for photography, coupled with a passion to improve my knowledge and talent, was enhanced with studying, shooting, and conversing with other experienced photographers whenever the opportunity presented itself. I then fell into the Boston fashion scene and began photographing events, fashion shows, parties, and eventually tried my hand at portraiture in my modest home studio. I love the challenge of capturing a moment on "film" and working with subjects to develop a concept, while trying to express my interpretation of a scene or person to the viewer through light and color. I am so grateful for each opportunity to work with new clients and continually improve at my craft.
Other facts about Erik:
- I have been playing electric bass for over 20 years and I have a Bachelor of Music from the University of Massachusetts in Lowell, MA
- I spent four years as a Marine Corps mortarman in the 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Weapons Comapany, 81s Platoon in 29 Palms, CA
- I work by day as an independent front-end web developer (contact me for information about the services I offer)
- I live in Los Angeles
- I am a coffee addict
- I get very uncomfortable in the face of conflict...it makes me want to go to sleep
- I hate watching sports and know almost nothing about cars
- I was born in the year of the rabbit, and identify with my bunny spirit
- I am very approachable and friendly, but shy, and it is extremely important to me that my clients are comfortable during their sessions and happy with my work, so don't hesitate to contact me or to just have a real conversation about any needs, desires, questions or concerns before, during or after a shoot!
The photographer as subject
A certain populace has suggested that I may do well in front of the camera, too, so here are a few shots:
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