January is about new year's resolutions and of course I have the same ones many do – start working out more, eat healthier and try to build myself personally. Besides the cliches, I promised myself I would get back on track blogging some of my photos each month. Albeit, I slacked on it a bit the last few months but I'm holding myself accountable and you'll be able to find pictures I've made an occasional life update on here.

I started the month out by having my photo essay on the Marching Salukis published which I worked on over the span of five months. You can view the full photo essay with a special presentation by clicking here.

The familiar sounds of brass, woodwinds and beating drums fill Saluki Stadium each weekend as the Southern Illinois University football battles on the gridiron — the rhythms and melodies of the Marching Salukis. The 59-year-old ensemble has become known as one of the most innovative and entertaining college marching bands in the nation, according to former director Mike Hanes. Founded in the 1960s by famed percussionist Don Canedy, the group has entertained and pushed the envelope in the world of college marching band — all while being dubbed the "best-dressed band in the land." This project captures vignettes from the ensemble's 2019 season.