As we try to define who we are we go through many thoughts and stages. As a commercial photographer there is a certain amount bending to fit the needs of a client. "Artists" tend to make the clients come to them for what they will offer and will bend to the artist. For years my photographs were not 'for hire' meaning I wasn't really making them for anyone but myself. Then I began working for a paper and my work had to conform somewhat to the newspaper editors and even more so to the ethical considerations of being a reporter(which I take very seriously!) Now owning a business I was modeling everything I did off of standard practices of portrait studios. As I am growing I am thinking more and more about my roll as an artist in this place. I want to work with my clients, but I also want my clients to want my work, not just my ability with a camera. Presentation may be a small thing, but I am beginning to lean toward a style of presentation that reflects the style of work I wish to do. I want to begin to sign my photographs for people, I feel if I am going to sign my work then it will have to be the best quality work I can make each time. If I'm not willing to sign it I would have to question why I would let it be hung in someone's home. I'm not sure yet what I'll do with this notion. These prints of the lovely Maggie Maggie and her mom and dad are examples of a style that is common in the show and display of photographs in an art setting. Photographs by Richard Sayer