About


	I work as a Fine Art, Travel & Tourism, and Commercial photographer. In addition, I teach photography to both adults and children.
	Representation- My fine art images are represented by the following:
		Louisa Melrose Gallery (New Jersey)
		White Sheff Associates Art Consultants (California)
	Fine Art- I have exhibited and sold my artwork on both the East and West coast. I have recently returned from an extensive photographic exploration throughout 10 countries and I am hosting additional exhibitions of my new work.
	Travel and Tourism- In the past 10 years, I have photographed in over 40 countries. Recent assignments for various hotels, resorts and islands will be featured in their upcoming promotions.
	Photographic Background- I was personally trained by Vladimir Bliokh. Mr. Bliokh was a principal photojournalist for NOVOSTI Press Agency (APN) (1961-1976) and the official photographer for the Bolshoi and the Kirov Ballet for NOVOSTI (1962-1976). Mr. Bliokh has been published in numerous magazines and books and exhibited in several state collections worldwide.
	I am a member of the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP). Business Background-Prior to my transition to photography, I held various roles of management and business development for Fortune 100 companies

Please contact Ira L. Black at ira@IraLBlack.com, phone (646) 932-6733.