2011 was another year of growth for me as a photographer, and as a person. Reflecting on the past year and how thankful I am for life has been a great experience.
I realize that it’s the people that matter most. The people I meet, connect, and work with are what this thing called life is all about. It’s my clients, friends, and family who make this all possible. To you people who have made this possible, I want to say thank you for supporting me in what I do.
Below are my personal favorite images from 2011 in no particular order.
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Crazy good brother! 2012 is gonna be wild for you!January 2, 2012 – 3:02 pm
That’s a lot of freaking goodness in one post. Bravo, Eric. Can’t wait to see what you do in 2012.January 2, 2012 – 3:04 pm
You have such an incredible eye and sense of timing… what a beautiful year. I can’t wait to see what you shoot in 2012.January 2, 2012 – 3:04 pm
Unreal.January 2, 2012 – 3:05 pm
Congrats on an awesome year of beautiful images, Eric.January 2, 2012 – 3:15 pm
Such a beautiful combination of images. Your 2011 rocked :)January 2, 2012 – 3:18 pm
Holy **** dude. I love the way you see the world.January 2, 2012 – 3:24 pm
Such lovely images. I really do like the way you see the world.January 2, 2012 – 3:25 pm
Brilliant! I love following your journey:) Cheers to more adventures and beauty in 2012.January 2, 2012 – 3:35 pm
You’re so good Eric. Your photos have such a clarity and sweetness to them and that’s what makes them unique. Good job at being different. These are beautiful.January 2, 2012 – 3:37 pm
I feel like I should say, “I knew you when.” I can’t believe the way your art has transformed in the last two years. INCREDIBLE! Every time I looked at a shot I was like, oh that’s my favorite – then I’d see another and think, no that is…but it’s impossible to pick from SO MUCH AWESOME work. Can’t wait to see what 2012 brings.January 2, 2012 – 3:38 pm
So good.January 2, 2012 – 3:55 pm
A simply stunning collection of work, congrats on a fantastic year!January 2, 2012 – 4:09 pm
I’m speechless. Congrats on the amazing 2011. :)January 2, 2012 – 4:18 pm
Beautiful pictures! So glas we had you as our photographer! Can’t wait to see what you do in 2012!January 2, 2012 – 4:19 pm
Dude!!! You had an outstanding year bro! can’t wait to see what 2012 brings!January 2, 2012 – 4:44 pm
Yerke! A truly compelling collection of work dude. I can’t wait to see what comes in 2012 for you. Image 160 is so money.January 2, 2012 – 5:17 pm
Absolutely amazing.January 2, 2012 – 6:05 pm
That is one hell of a post dude. Dang.January 2, 2012 – 6:19 pm
nothing short of amazing, eric! what a fantastical year! can’t wait to see what 2012 brings you!January 2, 2012 – 6:37 pm
Wow Eric, these are fantastic. You really had a good year!January 2, 2012 – 8:13 pm
What an incredible looking year dude! You ruled the school here.January 2, 2012 – 8:26 pm
Stellar set of images. 2011 was a huge year for you and it shows. You’re such a huge inspiration of mine, I’m constantly blown away. Can’t wait to see what you do in 2012.January 2, 2012 – 9:29 pm
Can I have my breath back? Because these pictures just took it away… :PJanuary 2, 2012 – 10:18 pm
Awesome set of images dude, congrats on 2011 and looking forward to what 2012 brings!January 3, 2012 – 9:15 am
well played eric.January 3, 2012 – 2:17 pm
i said it once and i will say it again.. hands down one of the most underrated photogs out there…. you are killing it in your market and it is only a matter of time before you start to kill it everywhere…January 3, 2012 – 10:21 pm
On one hand, I don’t know how it would ever be able to top these amazing photos in 2012. On the other hand…I’m sure you will. I can’t wait to continue following along with you and your mad skills.January 4, 2012 – 2:16 am
Stellar work, man. Love the way you see things.January 4, 2012 – 11:35 pm
Just found your site. Beautiful beautiful work.January 5, 2012 – 10:58 am
unreaking real dude. here’s to shooting together again in 2012!January 5, 2012 – 1:13 pm
You have an incredible pair of eyes Eric… Stunning photography. High five!January 6, 2012 – 8:04 am
a godod year for you Eric, a very good ;-))January 11, 2012 – 7:31 pm
E, seriously, you’re a photography hero of mine. You have such a RAW talent for this. Any client who books you to shoot their wedding is a lucky client, never forget that!January 12, 2012 – 5:46 pm
So long, so good.January 13, 2012 – 12:46 am
Beautiful photos as always ;-)January 14, 2012 – 4:24 pm
i couldnt see past that first image.January 19, 2012 – 1:00 pm
I love your work Eric, so many different styles but hanging together so well! Have a great 2012!January 21, 2012 – 12:16 pm
Your Good!!March 27, 2012 – 11:00 pm
really beautifull collection. thanks!April 10, 2012 – 8:39 am
wow man, an amazing body of work for 2011 – so very impressiveMay 13, 2012 – 8:08 pm
Great shots mate!! was a great year for you, hope this years even better!!May 15, 2012 – 8:19 pm
I’ve been sitting here for over an hour trying to find the words to describe this experience I had in Key West. It’s actually quite simple.
There is no place quite like Key West, and there are no people like Nicole and Zack. I knew within five minutes of hanging out with them, that we were the perfect fit. We hung out, shot engagement photos, had a few beers, and made a great connection going into the wedding. I really felt like I’d known them for years prior, and believe that we’d all be great friends if we lived in the same area.
There wedding was awesome. All of their friends, and family treated us like one of their own. This time I spent in Key West is definitely going to be a day to remember forever, and I have Nicole and Zack to thank for giving me the opportunity, and putting their trust in my photography.
Then to top it off, I had my friend Nirav Patel take the time out of his busy schedule to come hang out. Not only is he an incredible photographer, he is also a big inspiration to myself, and now somebody I consider a good friend. It was great to have somebody there who was up for the full experience, and make this extra special for Nicole and Zack. We shot photos non-stop in Key West, and connected with some awesome people. A lot of the photos below are his, and I can’t thank him enough for his contributions.
I’ll share more from Key West soon, but I wanted to get this wedding up before the end of the year. I also have quite a few weddings that will I will share in the upcoming months that were shot in 2012. Stay tuned, and thanks again for this experience Nicole and Zack.
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Mr. Eric. This was an incredible experience. Not just being able to document Zack and Nicole’s wedding but also to get to know you and see how much love and passion you have for what you do. You inspire me as well friend.December 28, 2011 – 5:55 pm
dream team.December 28, 2011 – 6:40 pm
Beautiful work fellas! Some real unique images in here!December 28, 2011 – 7:45 pm
love it my friend!December 28, 2011 – 9:24 pm
Are you kidding me with this??? Awesome work man. You and Nirav certainly killed this wedding. Probably some of my all-time favorite work from you.December 28, 2011 – 9:56 pm
Dude you rock so hard! You’re freakin talented, Eric!December 28, 2011 – 10:14 pm
Dream team! Amazing collection fellas. This post is so full of amazing storytelling moments. Well done Eric and Nirav.
Nicole and Zack, you two look incredible.December 28, 2011 – 10:15 pm
Superb images Eric! You can feel the emotion from this couple flowing through these frames! They’re one lucky couple having been blessed with your and Nirav’s talent!December 28, 2011 – 11:45 pm
great work guys, love to see what magic you worked togetherDecember 29, 2011 – 12:45 pm
You are great photographer Eric:)December 29, 2011 – 3:01 pm
stunning frames and couple. what an awesome location. mission accomplished.December 29, 2011 – 4:40 pm
So awesome, Eric. Really.December 29, 2011 – 4:50 pm
amazing images my friend. you keep taking your work to the next level.December 30, 2011 – 12:43 am
Not sure what else to say other than you guys absolutely crushed this. Inspiring work for sure.December 30, 2011 – 2:20 pm
freakin.mint!January 2, 2012 – 5:55 am
What a great post! :) These pictures really refelcted our wedding day. Love it!!January 2, 2012 – 4:20 pm
While its tough to say things like this as we shoot a ton and its hard to compare, this could be you best photographed wedding man. This is good. Real good.January 2, 2012 – 6:22 pm
I agree with Mr. Ash. This is so good.January 4, 2012 – 10:40 pm
this is just sick nothing left to be said but sick.January 10, 2012 – 6:39 pm
beautiful workJanuary 12, 2012 – 8:12 pm
Absolutely ridiculous set Eric – such an inspiring wedding, and you captured it beautifully.January 13, 2012 – 3:20 pm
RI-DICULOUS! Seriously amazing work brother. One of my favorites of yours yet, maybe THE favorite. You guys killed it!January 13, 2012 – 4:57 pm
AMAZINGGGGG!!!! was the ceremony and reception at casa marina?January 31, 2012 – 5:29 pm
I can’t thank my daughter Sophia enough for agreeing to our little “appointments” we make from time to time. These are a few photos from late summer shortly after she turned five. I’m a proud dad, and this little girl means the world to me.
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Love these!!! Special appointments with your lil girl are so important!!!
-JoshDecember 22, 2011 – 7:31 pm
you’re little girl is a beaut! what a cute set!December 22, 2011 – 7:31 pm
Q TDecember 22, 2011 – 7:54 pm
LOVE!! What a sweet girl and the photographs are phenom!!!December 22, 2011 – 7:59 pm
This was a great session….I’m greatful for your talent. Because of you, our daughter’s greatest moments will always be beautifully captured.December 22, 2011 – 8:00 pm
I cannot even handle the cuteness! These are beautiful.December 22, 2011 – 8:16 pm
She is a beauty! And you are extremely skilled, Eric!! Ill def be keeping you in mind for my wedding… I might be 80yrs by then, but I will keep you in mind!December 22, 2011 – 8:22 pm
Love them all. Especially Sophia-13. Love the color composition in the one – the red of the flower illuminating her face. And love the subject composition in the black and white.December 22, 2011 – 8:28 pm
I don’t know if it’s fair to judge your photography skills when you have such a remarkable subject:) Awesome!December 22, 2011 – 8:32 pm
She is so darn cute. Love that last shot. :)December 22, 2011 – 9:15 pm
Beautiful work dude. She’s so precious.December 22, 2011 – 9:30 pm
She is so beautiful, Eric, your love for her shows in the photos! And hers for you :)December 22, 2011 – 10:19 pm
You shooting film these days?
And beautiful session with your daughter. She looks so sweet!December 25, 2011 – 11:56 pm
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Brian - Great use of light and shadow here. Can’t wait to see what you bring to the table this year.April 12, 2012 – 4:35 pm
kenny - Like the ambience of mystery, sensuality and promise introduced by keeping the scene in shadow.April 13, 2012 – 3:42 pm
Dean Govier - Brilliant frame as always Eric. Awesome use of light.April 22, 2012 – 7:55 am