Welcome to my site! I’m a photographer and have lived in the beautiful city of Ottawa, Ontario, all my life. I’ve raised four children here and spent most of my career in the high-tech industry.
My love for the craft was inspired by my grandfather, an avid photographer himself. He taught me that photography is a priceless way to see life beyond the naked eye — that pictures are treasured reminders of moments lost to time. I am proud to carry on his tradition of photographing people, wildlife and nature but have also incorporated my passions for music and travel. My work ranges from portraits (singles, couples and families), nature and landscapes (home and abroad) to music events and product photography.
When I first started out, I was just a boy and I remember having to wait weeks to receive my developed Kodachrome slides in the mail! Processing sure has come a long way since then. My own set-up has evolved over the years, from black and white prints strung across a homemade darkroom to a highly sophisticated studio.
I love all aspects of the photographic process. It combines my artistic talents, my personal interests and my desire to make real connections with people. Most of all, it is truly a gift to capture someone’s happiness, passion or energy.
One tree planted for every print. Pictorem supports Trees for the Future, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, that operates an agroforesty program to restore trees to degraded lands by working with smallholder farmers.