About the Author

John Healey is a professional photographer who lives in Washington, D.C. He has worked in many genres of the profession, from small-town newspapers practicing the lost art of deadline-developing and printing, to shooting for international wire services, creating portraits for magazines, to working for companies big and small — there's little he hasn't been involved with in the profession.

In addition, John has worked around the world as a technical assistant for photographers on assignment in such diverse genres as sports, automotive, underwater, interior, and portrait photography.

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