Practice

This series turns away from the spotlight to document a more intimate story—one that unfolds in practice rooms, between handwritten notes, and among well-worn instruments.

Through the twin lens of a Rolleiflex camera and the deliberate medium of black and white film, these photographs capture the ritual of practice in all its forms. From a child's first hesitant notes to a professional's relentless refinement, each frame reveals the universal dedication to craft that precedes every performance.

Based in the Maryland/DC/Baltimore area and ready to travel, this ongoing documentary series honors the foundation upon which every performance is built. It celebrates the quiet determination of musicians at every stage: the young violinist mastering proper bow technique, the seasoned guitarist perfecting a passage, the professional pianist preparing for the stage.

Here, in these quiet rooms between written notes on chalkboards and among well-worn amplifiers, we witness the true heart of musicianship—where passion meets persistence, and where every great performance begins.