20150922-07567-Edit_CarmenBlike_DianeArbus_Inspired_photoFirst in series of environmental portraits inspired by 8 known photographers. Commercial photographer Don Giannatti has been leading several courses for portraiture and products.

20150922-07552-Edit_CarmenBlike_DianeArbus_Inspired_photoAlthough I consider myself a lifelong student of photography, I’ve never immersed myself in an in depth study of contemporary photographers.

My friend graciously  accepted to be photographed in a style similar/inspired by the work of Diane Arbus. Ms. Arbus explored the edges of society with a marked point of view.