I seldom do official portrait sessions, but I do love to photograph people.

Even though I often take pictures without people, they are almost always about people, in one way or another.

During this pandemic I’ve found it more challenging to take people pictures. The necessary precautions of social distancing and masks have limited my opportunities to make portraits. So I asked my 12 year-old nephew if he’d let me practice with him. He is funny and smart and sweet and he graciously agreed.

We had so much fun making simple pictures around his home. We had a parade of ideas and we tried them all.

It was only when I was back at my computer, processing the photos, that I noticed his t-shirt had some words printed on it.

Be your own legend.

Stay cool.