Much of what I do is consequential of my friends' influences. A particular couple has affected me more than anyone else.

I met these two over twenty years ago. Over time we got to be good friends.

Flowers from admirers Egg carton
Years ago, Ted taught me how to use an old Leica clone. It only took me the next ten years to start putting the lessons to use. Presently, the more active shutterbug of the two is Tanya -- above are two of her tabletop compositions.
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They are romantics
Some lovers just wouldn't quit! Hey, you! Quit staring at this page -- give them some privacy.
They are travelers
This duo has invitations from everywhere. If only they could be everywhere at once!

Dos box Tanya has been teaching Computer Science (and Magic) for some years now. If the local Postal Service feels overwhelmed it is largely because of the amount of fan mail that Tanya receives from all over the world.

(right) Checking student works on a chilly winter morning.
Amazing but true: they have a 22-year old kid!