Alaska and British Columbia with National Geographic and Lindblad Expeditions

January 15, 2020

Southeast Alaska’s Inside Passage is teeming with wildlife, glaciers and natural beauty. And adjacent British Columbia, specifically Alert Bay and Haida Gwaii, are remarkable places to interact with First Nations People and learn about their rich heritage and culture. For three weeks in the fall, I was teaching photography aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird throughout those regions. Below are a few images that I made along the journey.

Bronze Star Award Ceremony for The American Legion

September 23, 2019

WWII Veteran, Clarence Smoker is known as the “Hero of Cologne” from the documented fight where his Pershing tank destroyed a German Panther tank. His story is featured in a book called “Spearhead.” Clarence came to Washington, D.C. thinking he was signing copies of the book. Little did he know, that the U.S. Army would award him a Bronze Star in a surprise ceremony almost 75 years after the original battle.

Editorial Eric Kruszewski photographs World War II veterans in Washington, D.C. for The American Legion.

Egypt and Nile River with Lindblad Expeditions

March 12, 2019

Thousands of years ago, Egyptians built structures that have mostly stood the test of time. For history, culture and antiquity lovers, traveling through Egypt is an absolute dream. For two weeks this year, I had the privilege of leading an expedition and photographing the sights. Here are a few images that I made along the way.

Eric Kruszewski photographs Nile River travel in Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs Abu Simbel travel in Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs Nile River travel in Aswan Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs travel in Edfu, Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs travel in Esna, Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs The Luxor Temple in Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs The Nile River in Luxor, Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs Dendera Temple and travel in Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs The Nile River at sunset in Luxor, Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs The Giza Pyramids in Giza, Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Eric Kruszewski photographs The Step Pyramid in Saqqara, Egypt for Lindblad Expeditions.

Bells of Peace, World War I Centennial for The American Legion

November 16, 2018

On November 11, 2018, Washington National Cathedral held an interfaith worship service to remember the sacrifices of 4.7 million Americans who served in World War I and honor the role of the U.S. Military. On that same day, a separate tribute was held at Pershing Park in Washington, D.C. to honor the soldiers who fought in World War I and provide a “first look” at the new World War I Memorial. The published story is here.

Cadets from West Point stand at attention in preparation for the ceremony.

The procession through the cathedral commences the ceremony.

Members of the Corps of Cadets, United States Military Academy, and Members of the Brigade of Midshipmen, United States Naval Academy, prepare for the presentation of the centennial wreath.

Member of the Corps of Cadets, United States Military Academy, and Member of the Brigade of Midshipmen, United States Naval Academy, prepare for the presentation of the centennial wreath.

Terry Hamby (left), Commissioner, World War I Centennial, and Admiral Michael G. Muller (center), USN (Ret.), present the centennial wreath.

Presenters, speakers and attendees stand during a call to prayer.

John D. Monahan, Commissioner and American Legion Representative, WWI Centennial Commission, reads a poem during the service.

The choir and orchestra join in song during the service.

A guest is illuminated by light coming through a stained-glass window while watching the service.

Peter MacGregor (left), Warrant Officer Class 2 Pipe Major, and a member of the U.S. Army Band (right) stand at attention alongside the centennial wreath.

A member of the U.S. Army Band plays Taps while standing alongside the centennial wreath.

Attendees seated in the south nave follow the ceremony’s program.

Attendees stand and acknowledge The National Anthem as the final procession passes through the cathedral.

Sabin Howard (center), the memorial sculptor, stands by as Edwin Fountain, World War I Centennial Commissioner, explains the sculpture to his daughter.

Sculptor Sabin Howard (center) and Architect Joe Weishaar (right) are welcomed during the event by Scott Thuman, Reporter, WJLA-TV, Washington, D.C.

West Point Cadets listen attentively to a presentation by the memorial’s sculptor and architect.

Sculptor Sabin Howard (right) speaks about his process of developing the memorial as Scott Thuman (seated), reporter, WJLA-TV, looks on.

Katharina Hass gives a World War I historical performance during the festivities.

Uniforms from World War I American troops are on display in Pershing Park.

World War I American troop re-enactors explain the uniforms and gear and to attendees in Pershing Park.

A World War I American troop re-enactor twirls his mustache in Pershing Park.

The 369th Experience Band performed for the attendees.

During a musical performance by the 369th Experience Band, attendees, including John Monahan, Commissioner and American Legion Representative, WWI Centennial Commission, stand at attention.

The 369th Experience Band performed for the attendees.

An attendee enjoys the 369th Experience Band’s musical performance.

Attendees clap and enjoy The 369th Experience Band’s musical performance.

To conclude the evening, guests lowers the American flag as the 369th Experience Band director, Dr. Isrea Butler, performs Taps.

Yoko K. Sen for STAT News

September 21, 2018

Yoko K. Sen is a sound alchemist and the founder of Sen Sound. After spending significant time in the hospital due to illness, where she was bombarded constantly with sounds, beeps and noise, she has embarked on a mission to redesign the soundscape that patients experience in the hospital. STAT News did this story on her and asked me to make portraits of Yoko and capture her creative process in Washington, D.C.’s Halcyon House.