The mechanical function of a camera focuses light onto photosensitive film mimicking the biology of the eye.
For that reason, Skot Jonz considers photography
the art of capturing light.

Referred to in reviews as

surreal, thought-provoking, moving, and engaging

 READ REVIEW IN Press Enterprise (Palm Springs) Feb. 21, 2005

As a young boy, I frequently harassed my mother and sisters with the family box camera with as many embarrassing candid shots as possible. These amounted to
nothing more than entertaining snapshots.

I began taking photographs professionally while working as an archaeologist -- where photographing excavation activities and artifacts were among assigned duties. Occasionally, I slipped in artistic shots.

This led to studying photography at the Art Institute of Houston where I developed darkroom skills (no pun intended), and learned the subtle differences between a good snapshot, a nice picture, a great photograph, and a
work of art.

An early assignment was to take a self-portrait. While most students returned with simple head shots, I produced the image "Beach Self-Portrait" which was considered too dramatic.

My instructor politely suggested that my artistic style and ambitions conflicted with the commercial curriculum. I dropped out of art school.

After a decade working on digs, in museums and labs, I moved to San Francisco and lived in the house previously owned by the photographer, Imogen Cunningham. She is one of the most famous female photographers. I had my
darkroom in the same place where Imogen developed many of her famous images. This was a time of unparalleled creativity and inspiration for me.

My photography has been exhibited throughout the US and my images and other artwork are included in collections internationally, imprinted on greeting cards and CD covers, published in newspapers and as illustrations in books.

To receive quality prints, matted, framed or autographed,
postcards and greeting cards, or arrange for a private exhibit at your event or business,

click on PRODUCTS & SERVICES  or CONTACT US.

 MY REQUEST REGARDING COPYRIGHT

I am flattered if you like my artwork enough to want a sample on your computer's desktop, the refrigerator door, or hanging on your wall.

It's nice when people write about which of my images they like or don't like, and why.

Limited personal use is acceptable under copyright law. If you display, exhibit, or publish any of these photographs I would appreciate if you appropriately attribute my name as the originator of the image/photograph.

It would be thoughtful to ask first and/or send me a copy.

I hope you enjoy my photographs. Thanks for looking

Gallery 3 - ROTATING EXHIBIT

Gallery 4 - PEOPLE 

Gallery 5 - PLACES

Gallery 6 - THINGS

Gallery 7 - SELF PORTRAITS

Gallery 8 - MR MAGOO TRAPS

Gallery 9 - TREES

Gallery 10 - FLOWERS

Gallery 11 - SUNSETS

Gallery 12 - WORD PICS