Michael Stern picked up his first camera at age 12 and has yet to put it down. He self-taught by way of a homemade darkroom and continued his photography education in Jr. and Sr. high schools, Cal State Northridge and Art Center College of Design. He earned a BFA in 1979. Michael has owned and operated small, medium and large commercial studios. He began his career shooting movie posters and multimedia productions. After relocating to Burbank, he began producing photographs for local and international companies specializing in van conversions, building design and construction. His first book: Build A Better Photograph, A Disciplined Approach To Creativity, is an informative look at his approach to maintaining a professional photography presence beyond f/stops and shutter speeds. His radio show: “Build A Better Photograph” is aimed at advanced amateurs, college students and early career professionals. Live Fridays at 9am, PST. buildabetterphotograph.com.