1850842 b45c68a34d81c02d2fac9e39a8a4a9e0 cheryljacobs http://gravatar.com/cheryljacobs cheryljacobs http://2.gravatar.com/avatar/b45c68a34d81c02d2fac9e39a8a4a9e0 http://2.gravatar.com/avatar/b45c68a34d81c02d2fac9e39a8a4a9e0 thumbnail Cheryl Jacobs Cheryl Jacobs cheryljacobs A pioneer in the world of children's portraiture, Cheryl Jacobs Nicolai is among the most admired and emulated portrait photographers working today. With a style described by Black & White Photography (UK) as "the anti-cute approach", her work and workshops have helped usher in a more honest, respectful era of portraiture. Known for her soulful and personal approach, Cheryl has the unusual ability to bring out the intensity in her subjects, young and old. Her masterful use of black and white film and natural light give her prints a depth uncommon in today's digital world. Above all, Cheryl values the opportunity to form bonds with those she photographs, believing that the portrait is simply a side effect of a strong human connection. That belief is the key to her ongoing success, which now extends to commercial and editorial work, as well as numerous fine art projects. Her unusual printing techniques and teaching methods have been spotlighted by Kodak's ProPass Magazine, and her workshops have received rave reviews worldwide. Her work, workshops, and essays have been featured by Black & White Photography magazine (UK), Kodak, the Analog Photographer Users Group (APUG), The Online Photographer, and www.aphotoeditor.com.