After completing his degrees in Photography and Microbiology, Thom moved to Chicago, worked in Advertising and raced Sailboats on the Great Lakes. Eventually moving to Seattle establishing himself there, while still shooting Nationally. Work and family eventually brought him to the Bay Area.
One of the early adopters of Digital Photography, Thom was contracted to open a Digital “in house” Photo Department for a Major Publisher in the mid 90’s. When that project was over he returned to full time freelance photography and teaching, always willing to share his vision and knowledge at several Universities.
Thom’s love of the water led him to get his USCG Captain’s license. SF Pilots, Foss Maritime, and Oscar Neimeth are just a few of the many maritime clients he has worked with. Thom is an avid Abalone diver, golfer, sailor and skier which brings a unique perspective to the world he captures.