The Adventure is the Effort. The Art is the Result
Welcome to the journal, not quite a blog, not quite a notebook, it’s more like my thoughts, ramblings and ideas. 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.
It’s Okay to Be Different : Finding My Vision in Black & White
I never set out to be an artist, and I certainly didn’t expect to end up as a black and white nature photographer. But somewhere between the failures, the experiments, and the quiet moments in wild places, I learned that being different is where my voice lives. This journal entry is about learning to trust that difference.
A Few Days in Southern Utah’s High Country for Fall Colors
Fall in Utah is one of the few times I trade black and white for color. Between leading a workshop, chasing weather, and a few days of moto camping, this trip reminded me why I keep coming back each year—and why one quiet black and white image still means the most.
The Power of Perspective
Photography is shaped by perspective. In Hokkaido, one tree and six frames showed how small compositional choices can completely change the story we tell.
What 800 Miles on the GDMBR Taught Me About Failure
I set out to ride the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route from Canada to Mexico. I didn’t finish, but I didn’t fail. Here’s what 800 miles taught me about adventure, resilience, and redefining success.
~Hokkaido: Act XV - Rooted in Quiet~
A quiet image from Hokkaido, and a reflection on how photography changed the way I see. This post explores the subtle power of minimal scenes, the emotion found in light and form, and the unexpected strength in something small.
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.