With over 20 years photographing severe weather across the Southwestern U.S. and Great Plains, FLANO specializes in storm structure, lightning, and night weather phenomena. His experience spans Arizona, New Mexico, and the Midwest, with a focus on safe positioning, compositional discipline, and adapting to fast-changing storm environments.

Teaching Philosophy

FLANO’s workshops don’t just teach photography. They build photographers, bringing a rare blend of precision, humor, and heart to every session. He ensures that each participant walks away not only with stunning images but with a renewed sense of wonder, confidence, and connection to the natural world.

Field Strengths

• Forecast interpretation and target selection
• Safe storm positioning and escape planning
• Lightning and night structure techniques
• Rapid field adaption and composition under pressure

Personal Note

When not chasing storms, FLANO spends time refining workflows, reviewing field decisions, and mentoring photographers who want to move beyond luck and start working with intent.