My Thoughts, Ramblings and Ideas
Welcome to the journal — not quite a blog, not quite a notebook. Just a quiet space where I can put words to the images I create and share stories from the road. Sometimes it's a reflection, sometimes a glimpse behind the scenes, and sometimes it's just the thoughts that surface after a long hike, a quiet camp, or time spent off the beaten path.
Think of it as a place to wander — through landscapes, ideas, and whatever else the journey stirs up.
Layers of Dust, Light and Earth
On a five-day backcountry motorcycle trip through Death Valley, a dust storm near Badwater Basin transformed harsh midday light into something unexpectedly beautiful. A reminder that sometimes, the art is waiting right on the side of the road.
Hiking Half Dome and the Diving Board: A Yosemite Backpacking Story
A spontaneous 4-day backpacking trip through Yosemite leads to a climb up Half Dome, a rugged push to the Diving Board, and the kind of quiet moments that stay with you long after the trail ends.
Why Kyrgyzstan
Looking for somewhere new, beautiful, and far from the crowds? Kyrgyzstan delivers in every way—towering mountains, nomadic culture, and unreal photography. Learn why I keep going back and why I’m inviting others to join me.
Hiking to the Diving Board, Yosemite National Park
On the third day of my Yosemite trip, I set out for the Diving Board—an iconic but rarely visited overlook that offers solitude, scale, and a view that’s hard to beat. It took some effort to get there, but the experience was unforgettable and the start of something bigger.
Two Days in Yosemite | Hiking to Yosemite Point
In January, I took a quick solo trip to Yosemite to explore a few places I hadn’t seen before—including Yosemite Point. It was my first time hiking the Upper Yosemite Falls Trail, and the views completely blew me away. I filmed parts of the experience and put together a short video that captures the quiet beauty of those two days.