$99 Print Offer during Paris Photo
To celebrate Paris Photo art fair, I selected four prints from my “The Last Fair” project (2021-ongoing) included in my 2025/6 Guggenheim Photography portfolio. I am making them available only during Nov 12-16, 2025 as an open edition print offer for $99. By adding to your collection, you are also supporting an my ongoing creative practice.
Open Edition details
Edition available only Nov 12-16, 2025 (not available after Nov 12-16, 2025)
Dimensons
Unframed: 9 × 11.5 inches (22.9 x 29.2 cm)
Folio: 10 x 12.5 inches
Medium
archival pigment print on Canson Infinity Platine Rag Paper (310gsm)
Finishing
Prints are individually signed on verso
Available dates
November 12-16, 2025
Pricing
$99 signed print
$50 denim display folio (separate product)
For the second year, we will host a one-night pop-up exhibition at Paris Photo with signed photographic works starting at attractive prices (like $100) with complimentary wine & cheese & bread. Featuring works by: Jim Elzinga, Bethany Jacobson, Jamie Johnson, R. J. Kern, Dotan Saguy, Michael Rababy, and Ewa Zebrowski.
When: Friday, November 14, 2025 6 -10 p.m.
Where: Houseboat in front of Grand Palais (on the Seine), Paris, France, 1 Port Des Champs Elysees, 75008 Paris
Paris Photo Pop-Up House boat show, Nov 14, 2025
L'Œil de la Photographie // Eye of Photography {feature}
Thank you to Gilles Decamps and Arthur Dayras for featuring 15 photographs from my Ethereal Echoes series in The Eye of Photography, a digital magazine about photography published daily.
KNSI radio interview at Benton County Fair
Thank you to Dan “Ox” Oshner for his radio interview with me at the 2025 Benton County Fair. I enjoyed his enthusiasm and willingness to share my work on “Hot Talk with the Ox,” KNSI radio (live interview at Benton County Fair). You may listen to the interview HERE >> starting at 1:08:45), AM 1450/FM 99.3 KNSI-St. Cloud held on August 1, 2025. I created a portrait of “The Ox” in my makeshift studio at the fair:
Radio personality Dan “Ox” Oshner at the 2025 Benton County Fair (St. Cloud, MN) in my makeshift portrait studio.
Lakewood Residency Feature
Thank you to Kay Schroven for her article, "Lakewood- Not Just a Cemetery," in Southside Pride, June 3 (read online article here >>) and for Amanda Luke for helping make my first artist residency a wonderful experience. Kay met outside the Welcome Center at Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis. I shared my approach with camera-less photography in a new series called “Ethereal Echos.”
Book Signing at The Photography Show 2025 - AIPAD
Join me on April 25 at 6PM for a special moment—I’ll be signing copies of my monograph, The Unchosen Ones: Portraits of an American Pastoral, at The Photography Show 2025 - AIPAD in New York! 📖✨
🗓 When: April 25, 6PM
📍 Where: MW Editions Booth, Park Avenue Armory | 643 Park Ave, NYC
This body of work published by MW Editions captures the quiet resilience and haunting beauty of rural America, and I’d love to share these stories with you. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to my work, swing by to chat, grab a signed copy, or simply say hello.
Can’t wait to connect with fellow photography lovers under one roof. Bring a friend, spread the word, and let’s celebrate the power of visual storytelling.
HCP Print Auction & Gala exhibition
Tonight (2/20!) marks the opening reception of the Houston Center for Photography (HCP) Print Auction & Gala exhibition—a stellar lineup of photographic talent supporting one of the country’s leading non-profit photo orgs.
I’m honored to donate Supreme Champion Goose Male / Female Pair, 2018 Minnesota State Fair from my series The Best of the Best—a salt print over archival pigment edition celebrating the quiet grandeur of rural rituals. This piece (Ed. 3/5 + AP) will be up for bids at HCP’s March 20, 2025, Gala at Hotel ZaZa, honoring the legendary Malcolm Daniel of Museum of Fine Arts Houston. I’ll be there, donning the bowtie.
Why bid?
Support HCP’s mission to amplify photography’s role in culture
Own a piece of agrarian Americana, crafted with historic salt print techniques
Join a global community of collectors who value art with depth
Your participation ensures HCP can keep fostering dialogue, nurturing artists, and making photography accessible to all. Swipe to see the piece in detail—and whether you’re in Houston or bidding online, let’s make this auction legendary.
March 20, 2025 | 6–10 PM
Hotel ZaZa | Bid in-person or online
Supreme Champion Goose Male / Female Pair, 2018 Minnesota State Fair from my series The Best of the Best—a salt print over archival pigment edition (Ed. 3/5 + AP) up for bids at HCP’s March 20, 2025, Gala at Hotel ZaZa, honoring Malcolm Daniel of Museum of Fine Arts Houston.
Kentucky Gateway Museum exhibition
My touring exhibition of The Unchosen Ones: Portraits of an American Pastoral is now on display at the Kentucky Gateway Museum (Maysville, KY) running February 1 - April 12, 2025.
Thank you to Executive Director Dr. Robert Boone, Marla Toncray, and the museum staff for their support. The exhibition includes 19 photographs sized 43 x 53 inches paired with items from the museum’s permanent collection. The touring show, which launched in 2023, has been exhibited at 12 venues including Elkhorn Valley Museum, Masur Museum of Art, Oklahoma State University Museum of Art, Museum of Culture and Environment at Central Washington University, and the Blanden Art Museum.
To learn more about the The Unchosen Ones touring exhibition, click here to view the prospectus >>
The Unchosen Ones exhibition at the Kentucky Gateway Museum (Maysville, KY) runs February 1 - April 12, 2025. Photos by Marla Toncray.
New E-Book: Prints and Profit
"Art is either priceless or worthless."
This striking sentiment, attributed to Gertrude Stein, encapsulates the dichotomy of value in the fine art world. As artists, we grapple with pricing something deeply personal and profoundly impactful. Yet, understanding the mechanisms of the art market allows us to confidently assign worth to our creations while connecting with those who find meaning in them.
In Prints and Profit: Selling Prints in the Fine Art World, I’ll take you through the journey of building a thriving fine art print business. You’ll learn how to price your work, find and connect with collectors, and navigate relationships with galleries. Through stories, strategies, and practical examples, we’ll unpack the mystery of turning passion into profit.
Why This Guide Matters
I’ve been fortunate to learn through years of trial, error, and success. From being featured by National Geographic to navigating the nuances of gallery partnerships, my journey has been rich with lessons. This guide is my attempt to give back—to help artists like you thrive.
Prints and Profit: Selling Prints in the Fine Art World (2025), now available as a digital download on Apple.
About the book
Prints and Profit: Selling Prints in the Fine Art World is a introductory guide that explores the dynamics of building a successful fine art print business. With insights drawn from personal experience and the broader art world, the guide is tailored for artists looking to monetize their passion and connect meaningfully with collectors, galleries, and curators.
The book opens with a historical perspective on the art market, recounting André Level’s revolutionary creation of the first modern art investment fund in 1904. This example underscores the long-standing value of art as both a cultural artifact and a financial asset. It sets the stage for artists to understand the dual nature of art as deeply personal yet commercially viable.
I introduce the foundational principles of the art business, emphasizing the importance of understanding buyer personas. These personas—connoisseurs, aesthetic collectors, trophy hunters, and enterprising collectors—each have distinct motivations, from emotional resonance to financial investment. By recognizing these differences, artists can tailor their approach to forge stronger connections with their audience. The guide also delves into pricing strategies, stressing that prices should reflect the value of an artist’s work and grow consistently over time. Using real-life examples, I illustrate how tiered pricing models and thoughtful presentation can enhance the perceived worth of art. A standout point is the transformative power of storytelling in art sales, where personal narratives about the creation and inspiration of artwork deepen the collector’s connection.
I emphasize the importance of relationships in the art world, particularly with galleries and curators. By nurturing professional partnerships and leveraging events like portfolio reviews and art fairs, artists can expand their network and visibility. Real-world anecdotes highlight the nuances of gallery agreements, the benefits of residencies, and the significance of maintaining professionalism.
A central theme throughout the book is the need for artists to think like entrepreneurs. This mindset involves treating income as seed money for future growth, avoiding debt, and maintaining financial sustainability. I provide actionable tips for tracking expenses, staying profitable, and protecting the value of one’s work. The book concludes with ten timeless lessons for artistic success, including embracing authenticity, fostering community, and staying adaptable. Kern’s reflective tone encourages artists to celebrate small wins, learn from challenges, and believe in the long-term value of their journey.
In essence, Prints and Profit combines practical strategies, inspirational stories, and professional advice to help artists navigate the complexities of the art market. It serves as both a roadmap and a source of encouragement for artists aiming to turn their passion into a sustainable and fulfilling career.
ALL Flat File Project 2024-2026
Five of my prints are apart of the ALL Flat File Project 2024-2026 presented by the Arts + Literature Laboratory (ALL), PhotoMidwest, and FlakPhoto Projects, a rotating collection of 2-D printed work by Midwest artists. FlakPhoto Projects director Andy Adams curated the inaugural Flat File cohort of ten Midwest photographers. The public can view the work during ALL’s gallery hours and work will be available for sale. A reception for the FlakPhoto Flat File Project and other PhotoMidwest Festival 2024 exhibits on display at Arts + Literature Laboratory will be held on Friday, September 27, 5:00-8:00pm.
Ava with Sparkle and Ellyana with Dolly, 2016, archival pigment print, 20 x 24 inches, selected work from the series The Unchosen Ones.
Dog Days of Summer | Juried Exhibition
Dog Days of Summer will be a summer highlight exhibition at the Center for Photographic Art in Carmel, CA (August 3 - Sept 8), curated by Jan Potts. I’m excited to work with Jan Potts and Ann Jastrab. Special thank you to Ewa Zebrowski for the encouragement and introduction. The opening reception will be on Saturday, August 3, from 4-6pm and the exhibition will run Sunday, September 8, 2024.
An illustrious, talented group of work will be exhibited including: Michael Crouser, Elliot Erwitt, Cig Harvey, Henry Horenstein, Jacques-Henri Lartigue, Jamie Johnson, Pentti Samhalhatti, Robin Schwartz, Traer Scott, Aline Smithson, William Wegman, among others. If you are a dog person and love photography, you won’t want to miss this show!
Supreme Champion Stock Dog Male / Female Pair, Minnesota State Fair, 2018, Elephant-plate salt print over archival pigment print varnished with whitebees wax and lavender oil on Hahnemühle Photo Rag, 308 gsm