Into Photography

authenticity. beauty.
​courage. creativity. curiosity.
​exploration. inspiration. transformation.
Love. 

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These values have become the focus of my life over the 25 years I've been consistently practicing nature photography. Personally, I’ve found that photography has helped me to become more aware of my values, process my emotions, go safely and confidently into the world, and more easily find calm in times of stress and change. 

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These values are my constant guides and I keep them in focus by regularly getting out into nature with my camera. I’ve found that by taking on the challenges of making meaningful images with a camera, I've also been presented with ample opportunities to become more aware of my surroundings. And taking advantage of those opportunities has slowly transformed the way I see the world. I believe being thoughtful, understanding, and capable in making images inspires the same in living life. 

​Yes. It’s absolutely possible to make great images using your camera on automatic and pointing the lens at nature’s stunning beauty. To tell your story through images, though, takes self-awareness, thoughtfulness, an understanding of the way your camera sees, and an ability to navigate manual settings - even on a cell phone. 

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​Here's a simple experiment to get started: 
Strong, direct light casts long, harsh shadows, so try photographing from within the shadows. Notice what new details become visible. Read more here.

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How has your life been impacted by nature photography?