I grew up in Brooklyn, NY, where the legendary urban beaches of Brighton Beach and Coney Island sculpted my childhood memories. Now they shape my creative vision. I photograph and film the magic residing in the light, the sea, the open-water swimmers and in the vibrant, ethnic neighborhoods. Prints available soon.

“Sea of Salvation,” the short film, celebrates winter swimming at Brighton Beach, Brooklyn. Length: 7 min.

This short film examines the courage & accomplishments of Rich Realmuto, a 73-year old swimmer who is blind & a Coney Island Polar Bear. Length: 25 min.

Coney Island Polar Bears Frolic in a 34° Sea

The Snow Swim: The Holy Grail of Winter Swimming

Blizzard at Brighton Beach

Winter Swimmer, February

Woman at Shore

Winter Swimmer, January

Harvest Full Moon Swim, October

The Harvest Full Moon

Blown Away