James recieved his Bachelors degree in Business from Central
Michigan University. He went on to Miami Jacobs College and
got an Associates Degree in Computer Technology. James has
attended seminars and classes in photography at Winoma
Insitiute, University of Florida, and Sinclair College. James has
studied under great names such as Tim Kelly, Don Blair, Clay
Blackmore, Jon Johnson, and David Zizer. James is still going
to seminars that increase his knowledge in the art of fine
photography.

James started his love for photography, acting as a freelance
photographer for his hometown newspaper. In 1987 James
opened his first studio. In 2004, he moved it to Beavercreek
where it is located now. James has won many, many awards for
his photographic work. One was a "Loan Collection" print from
the "Professional Photographers of America" He continues to
win awards for his unique photographic style.
James has 2 merits to go, to become a "Master
Photographer". This is a extremely diffulcut and
time consuming degree. James has already
earned the "Certified Professional Photographer"
degree. Only 3% of all the professional photo-
graphers hold this honor.

James is a member in good standing with:
Professional Photographers of America
Professional Photographers of Ohio
Wedding Photographers International
(Past President) Professional Photographers of S.W. Ohio