Mardi Gras Mask Canvas Print

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This shop in the French Quarter of New Orleans, advertises its wares with a jester Mardi Gras mask. The traditional colors of the celebration are yellow, green, and purple. Masks are an important part of the celebration. They were once used to disquise the wearer because of class and social demands. Today, the people who ride on the floats must all wear masks.

As fifth generation Californian, I mostly specialize in California photography. I am are inspired by the landscapes and seascapes of the Pacific Coast and its beach communities. However, my galleries also show an eclectic mix of images with a variety of subjects and places. When I visit an area, I try to tell the story of that area with images. I may take the “big” image of the location, but we will also look for what is overlooked, for the things that make an area unique and finish the story. I often use close cropping and square format to zero in on a subject, making a tiny piece of the whole become the new focus. I like to capture details such as color, patterns and textures. I am also drawn to nostalgia, vintage,...