2108 was a big year of change for my photography. I set out to spend more time on the creative side of photography and less time on the "community" side of photography. To that end I walk away from social media (Facebook, Instagram, Flickr, 500px etc). In addition I refocused my website towards my Architectural,... Continue Reading →
Perhaps landscape photography is like Vegas, The House Always Wins. But seriously landscape photography is definitely a pursuit without any guarantees. All the planning, the travel, the gear prep, the early mornings, doesn't matter because nothing ensures that you'll return with a bevy of stunning images. In December we have a, newly annual, tradition of... Continue Reading →
I confess that when it comes to drones and aerial photography I’m a bit perplexed and dismayed. On one hand I have a lifelong love of airplanes and flying. And combining that with my love of photography the two together are a match made in my own personal heaven. (More about my Avgeekness at the... Continue Reading →
Fair Isle Scotland United Kingdom The internet meme has surely proselytize the idea that: The Best Camera is the One You Have with You But like so many other "facts" bantered about, I disagree with this one. But I'll start off by saying that if the goal is to record fabulous memories and capture experiences,... Continue Reading →
I feel blessed for every day that I'm able to call the San Juan Islands home, some days, however, feel even more blessed. Such is always the case when I get to visit Patos Island. For the second straight year the "Round the County" race commitee generious ferried me to stunning Patos Island. And the... Continue Reading →
As it often does, summer sped by way to fast. But when I returned from Scotland, my amazing visit to Fair Isle, I was pretty darn determined to get up into the mountains a time or two before the monsoon season hits the Pacific Northwest. Goat Lake Trail - September 2018 My first trip was... Continue Reading →
My time on Fair Isle is rapidly drawing to a close. But I’m still up before dawn shooting in the morning and scouting in the afternoon. I can’t quite tell which I enjoy more. The landscape here is so diverse and amazing. I’ve never before experienced the high, sheer cliffs like the one I’ve experienced... Continue Reading →
At least it is when it has you waking up an hour or two before sunrise. Which has been my experience since landing on this beautiful Island of Fair Isle. FAIR ISLE SCOTLAND - DAY 4 (FRIDAY 31 AUGUST 2018) As I mentioned, waking up early has been my routine since I arrived. But a... Continue Reading →
My crazy friend Beth, who was born in Scotland, did her best to prepare me for the armageddon weather I would experience whilst visiting her homeland. Well so far it’s been nigh on perfect. In fact I’ve had worse weeks of weather in Hawaii. Nothing quite like hiking and scouting in short sleeves and sun... Continue Reading →
