MMM-Was there one event that moved you toward the life of a professional photographer? What was that event?
 
 
Cory-Not really, it was more about my whole experience with photography. I decided to become a professional photographer because I am passionate about photography. I developed my first roll of black and white film to complete Photography Merit Badge in order to achieve my Eagle Scout rank. Photography became my favorite hobby (and class) throughout high school and college. In college I also started selling my work and meeting professional photographers. With the amount of photography I was involved in during college I couldn’t imagine stopping ­ I basically felt as Richard Avedon describes, “And if a day goes by without my doing something related to photography, it's as though I've neglected something essential to my existence as though I had forgotten to wake up” (1970).
 
 

MMM-Is there something you go after in your photographic work? An essence? Describe...
 
 
Cory-Yes, when shooting portraits I focus on the emotion and individuality of my subjects. I often incorporate some aspect of a talent or interest of theirs, as well as showing unique physical features. When photographing inanimate objects I work a lot with geometry and color. Location also has a great presence in my photographs and I try to capture a neat aspect of that location and convey a feeling of being there.
 
 

MMM-With the flood of 'homespun' journalism and photowork on the Net, how does your company, Studio6x7 differ from other photographers, and what they offer?
 
 
Cory-I could be wrong, but I don’t think there really is that much more homespun WORK because of the Net. I think that hobbyists and the number of photographers are simply more visible. Years ago, Polaroid capitalized on the fact that people love to share their photographs. The Internet has gone one step further in increasing access to photography which is not local. Similar to others, my portfolio and print sales are available on my web site www.studio6x7.com. However, that is just a tool of my business, similar to a business card or a camera, which anyone can buy. Marketing, photographic knowledge, and an “eye” are what make Studio6x7 professional.
 
 

MMM-Do you find any one part of the entertainment industry more interesting? What is that?
 
 
Cory-I would say that music is the most interesting because it is a medium that, even without lyrics, is powerful enough to convey an emotion. Add lyrics and the pop culture and fashion that go along and you have one impressive industry. For those reasons musicians are also very interesting subjects to photograph.
 
 

MMM-What has been some of your favorite photo moments during your career?
 
 
Cory-I most enjoy when I can photograph in a cool location. Whether it be on a mountain top or on a yacht it’s great to be able to combine two things that I love: photography and outdoors activities.
 
 

MMM-What is your vision for the 'visual' future, maybe photography in particular?
 
 
Cory-In a word: Digital. Studio6x7 started offering digital photography this summer and not only have I gotten a strong positive response from clients, but I am VERY impressed with the results as well. It is the future of commercial photography and digital imaging will most certainly lead to a new art form.