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comments by models:


"When I look into water falling over me, I am the drop; I am the body painted upon. There is a vastness infinite where borders do not trim. This is what has made the meeting of the lens held by Ken an experience I become. He never directs. Ken's presence is like the unconditional nature allows. I can become the innocent eyes always inside and the daring woman wanting to live everything. When the picture is made, the borders trimmed, what he captures is the fleeting moment of perfection. I am infatuated with evolving. This is what it is for me to be photographed by Ken, my friend, inspiration and fellow curious child and boundaryless companion." -- Branka Jordanovska, Chicago, July 9, 2006

"You were spectacular to work with and the pictures look amazing that you sent!!!!! It was fantastic meeting you!!!!" -- Danielle Maddox, Warrensburg, IL, December 19, 2005

"Ken is made of pure awesome. :)" -- Chrystyne, Chicago, May 24, 2005

"Ken is one of the best photographers I had the honor to work with. He has the ability to provide safe space within which it's easy to let go and and allow creativity to flow! There is depth and substance in his work that inspires and captivates my imagination." -- Hana Barri, Oakland, April 2005

"Wow, LOVE the shots you have up so far. Really good lighting and angles you captured there. I have been thinking about the intensity of that shoot and I wish that it could have lasted longer with you being the director. As soon as you walked out, the intensity immediately fizzled out." -- Rachel Colby, Kansas City, August 2004

"Ken was more than I expected. He was a gentle photographer who knew what he wanted, but was flexible enough to consider suggestions and anything I had to say. While he was not very outspoken, his nonverbals said more than anything could. I could tell by his smile alone when I hit my mark, which was so helpful with posing. He was trusting, professional, and on time with his gear ready to go!" -- Lady Atropos, Toledo, OH, August 2004

"I posted your pics on my site last night and am already receiving email compliments. Once I have them all I'll announce it... and the magic will most definitely happen. The ones taken under the tree are absolutely amazing. My favorites for sure. I had a really great time meeting you and working together." -- Miranda Rider, Akron OH, May 2004

"I wanted to thank you so much for including me in your exhibition - it was a wonderful feeling to be on the wall alongside really beautiful women in the beautifully taken moments that you capture on film." -- Claudia Cuellar, Chicago, September 1999

comments by viewers:

"From personally watching you work, I know that you are able to reach your models in a way that I have never seen any other photographer do. (And I have worked with a lot of photographers). I truly believe that this is a talent, and although I know that you are far too modest to admit it, it is something that not just everyone can do. I really look forward to working with you sometime in the near future." -- Toria Best, photographer, Kansas City MO, Jan 27, 2006

"Thanks so much again for showing me your photographs. I really regret the crazy setting didn't give me the time to look at them more than superficially. I do hope to get the chance to look at them again. The images are striking - I can see how some people, especially elders, might be unsettled by the "centered assertiveness" (I'm not sure how else to express the thought!) of your athletes, but also how others (like me) would be captivated. To me, the photos themselves seem crisp and smooth at the same time (again, words are failing me -- sorry) reflecting the physical and mental strengths projected by the subjects. I think your concept of ephemeral prime does come across very well. When I looked through the range of photos, I remembered your telling me at SCB about the varied reactions of your athlete friends to being photographed. I thought that the variation made the portrayal of these women's strength and grace even more powerful - a runner can look shy of the camera and yet be strong." -- Dr. Jennifer Shopland, Tucson, AZ, August 1999.

"This photographer is one of the deepest people I have met in a long time! Feel his work, read their eyes. You will feel it! I did!!" -- Danielle Danford, photographer, Toledo, OH, January 2005.

"In 'mountain' we see a beautiful example of how far you can sometimes take depth and texture in artistic nude photography. The solid nature of this piece is just one of many examples of excellent direction that can be seen in much of (this photographer's) creative and talented work." -- Firelite-photo, Portland OR (posted on DeviantArt.com) April 25, 2005.

I'm still loving your stuff :) -- Joi Carey aka Agony Bliss, photographer, Pheonix, November 2005.







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