As a photographer I'm inspired by the challenge of uncovering moments of sublime beauty. Whether photographing people or landscapes the same approach applies. You must place yourself in the moment, be patient, and have faith that something magical will unfold. How elusive such moments are when you're anxious! But by learning to stand still you give the elements room to breath and come to life. Suddenly storm clouds lift. A fiddler reaches crescendo. A child's face beams with a mischeivous smile. You can't respond to such fleeting moments. They must be anticipated, almost willed into being. More and more I am convinced that a peaceful mind actually plays a hand in creating moments of beauty.

Visually I'm attracted to spaces between light and shadows. I love the unpredictable effect of shooting into the sun. If there's a unifying theme to my work, it falls into the realm of inspired connections with the environment. My work is fueled by a sense of reverence for the natural world and commitment to its conservation. The peaceful coexistence between humans and nature, however utopian, is a subject I find most compelling. The same can be said for authentic expressions of human culture, in a world all too quickly becoming homogenous. Photography underscores the importance of conservation by highlighting what stands to be lost.

In the evolution of my photography, I am humbled by how little I actually know. I've learned that photography requires a perennial sense of playfulness, finding that childlike fascination for the magic contained within. Occasionally I'm discouraged by how elusive the perfect moment can be. Some moments are even tarnished in the camera's presence. When so confronted, I've learned to simply put away the camera and re-acquaint myself with spontaneous expressions of beauty. A photographer's life should never amount to a trophy hunt. Some moments are best registered by the mind and soul.