Bright Moments is a visual testament and documentation of the creators of a music commonly referred to as jazz. What I aim to do with this ever growing body of work is present brief moments, on and mostly off stage, that reflect the camaraderie and great affection the artists share with each other, and perhaps shed insight into how they create such dynamic and innovative music. The portraits I create with younger artists in particular serve as time markers of a moment in their lives. I hope that the artists themselves will look at these images in the coming decades and be able to share with us insight into their lives and creative processes.