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Happiness is repeat business. The ultimate compliment.
A summer tradition here in Dayton, Ohio is the annual Homerama. In just about every other city it’s called the Parade of Homes. Why Dayton still goes by the Homerama term is something of a mystery to me, but regardless, it’s always a well-attended, week-long viewing of the very latest in home designs, landscaping, fixtures, entertainment systems, etc.

Two years ago, at the 2004, I was asked by one of the builders to photograph the interior and exterior of his model home, called the Bungalo. The builder was Dan De Vol and the home was a joy to photograph. Terrific use of open space and natural lighting, tasteful lines and attention to detail, with an emphasis on unbelievable woodwork. I’ve photographed many other homes since then, so I’ve come to appreciate home interiors that are designed and built by a real pro. Dan De Vol is a perfect example.

This past Monday I got a call from Dan to come photograph his newest model home, the Anaheim, currently on display at the 2006 Dayton Homerama. About an hour ago from making this entry I returned from a three-hour photo shoot of the home. As was the case with the 2004 Bungalo, it was a pleasure to photograph.

I was really thrilled when Dan brought-out his laptop to show me his recently re-designed website. On it were many of the photographs I took for him back in July 2004. There’s just something rewarding about seeing the final results of my work being put to good use. Thanks Dan, for the opportunity to photograph these beautiful homes.

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