Editor's Note: Having been a photographer and editor for some 35 years, I've viewed literally thousands of photographs. In my opinion, Melvin Grubb is one of the finest commercial photographers in the United States. Not only is he known as the best underground photographer in the coal mining industry, but he is equally revered for his aerial photographs. When not underground or in the air, Mr. Grubb, who lives in Bluefield, West Virginia, photographs portraits and weddings and other occasions.

Melvin Grubb poses with his Super Cub. David Fattaleh

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For more information about his work, write to Melvin Grubb, P.O. Box 100, 1316 Bland Street, Bluefield, WV 24701 or call (304) 327-7876 or visit his Web site at www.grubbphoto.com.