That's why it's my favorite stairway...

There is an ugly little stairway right near my studio. It's dusty, worn and dirty...and I love it!

It's this little gem of a place where sunlight collects and illuminates the eyes and skin in the most fabulous way - I refer to it as 'my special stairway' to the kids. When I stop there to shoot, my clients often think I'm kidding. Surely I wouldn't photograph their children there amongst the candy wrappers and leaves...would I? Yep :)

Trust me, I say. And what do they say when they see the images? Oooooooh wow, now I get it.

I love that part.