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I've always been interested in the visual world of photography, but in 2007 that interest began to grow from a hobby to something more. I was in Boca Raton, Florida visiting with family while on vacation. On a lark I decided to visit the local art museum to see an exhibit on photojournalism. The first thing that grabbed my attention was the work of David Binder. Binder had photographed a family dealing with the ravages of A.I.D.S. upon Gail Farrow, the mother/wife of the family. One of the last photos in the exhibit showed the family grieving in the cemetery after the death of Gail. It's one of those photographs that's a punch to the stomach. The emotions it captures takes your breath away, makes you think, makes you realize that there is something unique and powerful to this art form.

The photo haunted me for months, turning up in my mind on boring weekends when there was nothing else to do. And that photo planted a seed in my mind. A seed that blossomed into the idea of obtaining a SLR and becoming proficient with it. Not just to capture images, but to tell stories that needed to be told and needed to be seen. I had fiddled around with a few cameras before, but I knew that it was time to advance to a SLR in order to have more control over my images. By the end of the year I had bought an entry level Canon DSLR.

At the same time I discovered Flickr, bought an account and began to upload images. I quickly acquired contacts, started a 365 and even met several people all by the end of 2008. I also got my first strobe and began to try my hand in off camera lighting, which quickly became an obsession. By the time 2009 had ended I had meet over 30 photographers from Flickr, acquired a Canon 50D, dabbled in film a bit and had completed my first 365.

Here it is several years later and I'm shooting models, have access to a studio on the weekends, and am always aiming higher.

Photos of Nerboo (221)

Nerboo's favorite photos from other Flickr members (6,079)

Contacts (109)

Debby Curtis Debby Curtis
espressoDOM No real name given
Lisa{santacrews... No real name given
(Sarah Robinson) Sarah Robinson
with Mr.Slate No real name given
Tоny Tony Eccles
Blacksheep of... Jim Lamb
Sarah[Ann] Sarah Strawn
Krysta Larson Krysta Larson
emilyrobinsonph... Emily
Claire A1980 No real name given
Gaietty No real name given

Groups (46 46)

366 in 2012 (Not your Average 365 Group) 8,418 photos, 324 members
Project 365 1,451,662 photos, 26,059 members
365 - Make 1 shot per day, for 1 year. 149,650 photos, 2,523 members
365 Days Project 237,512 photos, 5,464 members
Maternity Photography 7,736 photos, 1,099 members
Scanned Nostalgia 30,934 photos, 1,210 members
The Fucking Awesomefest! 1,394 photos, 76 members
Maternity - Most Beautiful 1,243 photos, 922 members
One Strobe Pony 54,698 photos, 7,674 members
Southern Exposure 31,722 photos, 1,229 members
Urban Explorers of New Orleans 1,478 photos, 139 members
Doors and Windows in Decay 14,174 photos, 4,834 members
FollowFriday on Flickr 2,545 photos, 457 members
Historic and Old Photos 68,220 photos, 3,237 members
People Portraits 1,701,798 photos, 82,563 members
Portraits Unlimited 167,058 photos, 6,268 members
A Place For Portraits 88,028 photos, 3,436 members
Black & white portraits 282,482 photos, 26,378 members
Alien Bees 65,430 photos, 6,498 members
The Portrait Group 1,714,628 photos, 117,994 members
OneLight Workshop Fans & Alumni 13,017 photos, 2,741 members
Portrait Photography Business 113,926 photos, 12,133 members
Lighting & Posing Styles 29,278 photos, 4,008 members
Lighting Essentials 49,609 photos, 5,607 members
Within a Click 2,956 photos, 175 members
Pro Corner: Semi-Pro and Professional Photography / Photographer 245,030 photos, 18,097 members
Clique Within a Click 156 photos, 13 members
Old And Beautiful (buildings ,barns, shacks, and abandoned homes 91,982 photos, 8,476 members
Abandoned, Neglected, Weathered, or Rusty 228,975 photos, 9,086 members
Industrial Decay 96,361 photos, 8,383 members
urban explorers 150,220 photos, 7,450 members
Urban Exploration - Exploring Abandonments 136,706 photos, 7,318 members
I Love Abandonment! - NO people shots! 77,589 photos, 3,240 members
Abandoned Places and Things 246,765 photos, 10,162 members
beautiful decay. 191,704 photos, 8,720 members
Old & Forgotten 86,998 photos, 4,124 members
Rural Decay 140,238 photos, 23,980 members
Decayed yet Hauntingly Beautiful 85,137 photos, 6,690 members
Abandoned 532,408 photos, 36,292 members
Strobist.com 528,927 photos, 104,272 members
visitors of cemeteries.. 51,900 photos, 3,111 members
Jackson, Mississippi 2,843 photos, 130 members
It's My Mississippi 9,029 photos, 396 members
Urban Decay 298,655 photos, 27,559 members
Graves, Tombs And Cemeteries 206,014 photos, 29,838 members
Mississippi 10,756 photos, 683 members

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Testimonials (17)

Slightly Amazing Grace says:

"This is the real deal. No fluff. Not only is Brad good with a camera and lighting equipment (yes many call him a Strobist master!), but his images capture that moment when true emotion is in the subject, when the clouds and sun are just right, when intuition tells him now is the right moment. And like a true artist he is, of course, never satisfied, always working to improve upon what are already beautiful photographs. But that can only be a bonus for us fans of his stream!

As a contact and a friend, he gives criticism and advice when asked, compliments when deserved and smart-assed comments to make me laugh...you know, Brad, you were one of my first contacts to comment regularly on my stream and you are one of those reasons I am addicted to Flickr! Thank you!"

19th August, 2009
fountaincoke says:

"Nerboo (Brad) is one heck of a talented guy. Yes he’s a “strobist” god, but more than that, he can tie together an image and words to create a piece of art more whole than you’ll find anywhere else. I continue to learn so much from him on a daily basis. If you haven’t already checked him out, hurry up, you’ll be here a while :)"

15th August, 2009
Mogsterr says:

"i met Brad on flickr a little before starting my 365 project, and just wanted to say how much this guy has influenced me with his work. He is creative, expressive, and often very philosophical, his words often leave me pondering about my own life a lot. I always look forward to what he has to say. Brad is definitely a good friend and a wonderful contact on flickr, I am excited to see what he has in store after the 365 project."

5th June, 2009
*midtownsky* says:

"Brad is someone I can learn from; heck, someone we can all learn from. He is a professional and a gentleman in every sense of the word. He is truly a Flickr icon. And he can rock a baseball cap like no one else!"

24th April, 2009
b*wag says:

"Brad... there is so much I could say but not a whole lot that hasn't already been said. He's a great friend and not only have I had learned things by just looking at his photos but I've had the chance to learn a few things by watching him during a couple of rainy days in the Big Easy.

One of Brad's best qualities is that he actually cares about his contacts and fellow photographers. In his own subtle way he does great things to help the community. He's a thinker and having the smarts to go along with his eye for the art is a great combination.

I've really enjoyed having Mr. Nerboo as a contact and look forward to many more a meet up so I can soak in a little more of his knowledge and kindness!"

6th April, 2009
...hallam says:

"Introspective,bold,often raw yet unsure, self driven, funny, honest and real. Those are often the words I hear myself use when I am talking about Brad's photos. He will often delight you and amaze you with his ever growing technical skills and then make you laugh your ass off with his humor that he slips in now and again. I respect Brad the person as much as Brad the photographer,if not more due to his integrity, honesty and compassion for other people. thanks Brad for letting me into a little piece of your life through Flickr."

19th February, 2009
twnklmoon says:

"Brad, I am writing this testimonial not because of =Tom's= challenge, but because of my awe-filled respect for you and your work. You have inspired me to show that "truth" in its barest form is not scary, but indeed, beautiful. I thank you. And I look forward to more..."

26th October, 2008
Kavingate says:

"Brad's photostream is a place that has inspired me. His photography is luminous and moving. It is rife with emotion- with passion for life. His writing has affected me profoundly, and made me stop and *think* more as I go through my day-to-day existence. I'm so grateful that I found his work on Flickr. Thank you for sharing a little glimpse into yourself, Brad!"

26th October, 2008
cubsfam says:

"Creative, inspirational, complex and amazingly deep. The thoughts, feelings and emotions that Brad conveys in his photos are simply jaw dropping. His level of creativity is beyond engaging and entertaining. It is genuinely thought provoking. Truth be told, I often leave Brad's stream in complete awe, paranoid that he's going to someday figure me out for the wannabe that I am. I was crushed when he left for a week, but thrilled he's back. He's a definite must visit, each and every day."

26th October, 2008
badbwoy4lyf says:

"ive never met this guy in person but all i know is that he's one of those people that you would want to get to know better, drink beer, have fun, talk about life, etc.

he's gifted in the art of photography in which his feelings get reflected in every picture that he takes. i admire his works especially those strobists ones.

keep it up dude."

19th August, 2008
marandabrooke says:

"Brad never ceases to make me THINK when I see his photographs...... sometimes unimportant and amusing thoughts and sometimes deep and possibly life-changing thoughts. He opens up himself to the Flickr world and you can tell that he is just REAL."

9th August, 2008
bethechange21 says:

"I love Brad's enthusiasm for everyone's photos and his participation in the community. His photography is thought provoking and emotional. Nerboo rocks."

7th August, 2008
l_stallberg says:

"Brad is one of the most talented photographers I have "met" here on Flickr. His pictures are very well done and he has a great sense for the pictures he does. Day in-and-out, some of the coolest photos on here."

7th August, 2008
The Goat Whisperer says:

"Homeboy's got some serious talent both with lighting and post processing. Not only that, he's got a pretty well twisted up sense of humor, which I very much appreciate. (See his oily potato chip photo.)
I also very much enjoy the social commentary he occasionally sprinkles in his photostream.
Keep up the great work, man!! Seriously!"

7th August, 2008
themanilow says:

"Wow, if this were an easy thing to do I'd probably have done it months ago.
I randomly met Brad through several groups, and the random ooglying over the wonderous Katie, we quickly began to chat back and forth daily and as soon as I started my 30 Secrets is when we really started to become better friends.
This mans photography is amazing, most of them may be the same old same old, but the way he takes the pictures and adds a story behind them... makes them amazing.

I can only hope someday the guys of flickr can be sitting at a bar bullshitting the day away...i'd be in the barstool right next to this guy.

True inspiration man...and a great friend. You rock man, thanks for everything!"

7th August, 2008
Green-Ghost says:

"There are people in this world who are obvious leaders. They don't have to tell others nor do they have to try to be a leader. It becomes obvious they are a leader when you look at what they do. When you look at their interest and work. Brad is an obvious leader. I knew immediately by looking at his interests and work.

Brad is obviously very smart, while most people are shallow minded, Brad has the capability to look beyond the apparent obvious. (To notice things others might miss.) And Brad always tries to learn from past leaders such as William Faulkner."

29th July, 2008
=Tom= says:

"Nerboo might be a lawyer but he is a fantastic photographer as well. I am glad that I ran into another lawyer that shares the love for photography that I do and I highly recommend you take a moment or two or ten and delve into his portfolio. You will be as impressed as I am I guarantee it :)"

27th July, 2008