VISITED COUNTRIES
by Tom
Algeria
Egypt
Israel
Jordan
India
Hong Kong
Russia
Andorra
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Liechtenstein
Luxembourg
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Turkey
UK
Vatican
USA
Canada
Mexico
Guatemala
Brazil
Jamaica

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

   Internationally renowned as the creative force behind some of the world’s most successful magazines and brands including corporate images and advertising companies through the years.
   Worked with most famous world photographers.
Performed intensive, in-depth collaborative and independent field research.
Provided photography for publish-quality collaborative essay.
Photographed breaking news and sought out original photographic opportunities and stories using knowledge of scientific procedures and photographic technology and techniques.
Worked one-on-one with paper editors.
Determined desired images and picture composition; select and adjust subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects.
Expert for Canon Camera and equipment, Studio and Natural Lighting
Employed a variety of specialized photographic materials and techniques.
Managed a demanding and deadline oriented publication schedule.
 
Internationally acclaimed Investigative Photojournalist, Creative Studio Lighting Expert and Graphic designer with over 20 years  of professional experience and has visited over 40 countries all over the world and capture over 300 places with local people. Has a wide range of qualifications and photographic skills, including: Master Photography, Photojournalist, and Commercial Photographer, Studio photography Instructor, Travel Photography, Architectural, Photo reports. Editorial and Graphic Designer.


Areas of key strengths include:

EXCELLENT STRATEGIST - Provide solutions that boost clarity and quality of pictures taken.
EXCEPTIONAL ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS - Works well in both team and independent environments.
STRONG SENSE OF RESPONSIBILITY - Solid professional standards; excellent track record of dependability. Maintain focus on achieving results while formulating and implementing solutions to meet a diversity of needs.
INSIGHTFUL AND ARTICULATE - Excellent interpersonal/communication skills. Interacted with all levels from executives and administration personnel. Speaks 5 languages.
EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE EXPERTISE - Strong background in computer programs and applications to include Mac, Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, CS4, Keynote, Pages, Advanced Black & White Photography, Advanced Black & White Darkroom, Advanced Photo Editing, Digital Photography, Graphic Design,
Working with Professional equipment Canons (Mark II, Mark III, 5D),
Leica,
Mamiya
 and Haselbland



                                                                             SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS

First published picture at age of 16.
First big contract 1990 for European Travel Agency
Journalistic photography for TRP in Europe
Got over 1800 published pictures in many European and American magazines
Winner of many photo contests.
Assignment with National Geographic
Instructor Photography in BPW
Editor in Chief - GeoZoom Magazine in Europe.
Photographer and Editor for WHY Magazine