Stories Behind the Photographs

I love to share the story and inspiration behind my photographs and explain why the image means something to me. That way, I hope to take you on a bit of a journey through my lens.


The art of noticing
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The art of noticing

You can stand in the same spot looking at the same scene, and have a different experience depending on what's in your hands. The process in analog and digital couldn't be more different. And yet the art of noticing shows up either way.

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On cutting to the chase and morii
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On cutting to the chase and morii

There's a word for the urge to freeze a moment you know is already leaving. I found it, naturally, while going down a rabbit hole of words. Then I went for a walk with my camera, put it away, and somehow still managed to overthink the whole thing. This is that.

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On sailors and stars and a compass slightly forgotten
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On sailors and stars and a compass slightly forgotten

Staring up at the night sky, I think: just here floating through space on a spinning rock, casually identifying stars as if that is a normal Tuesday activity. And then I imagine sailors doing something similar, except with far more at stake.

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What our brains allow the world to be
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What our brains allow the world to be

I’m fascinated by how neuroscience shows that we all experience a different version of reality, shaped by our brains, memories, and emotions. This blog explores how that idea lives inside my photography, and why it feels so cool when two brains link up and perceive an image in similar ways.

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Jordan Trail Straggler
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Jordan Trail Straggler

On a thru-hike along the Jordan Trail, I found myself embracing the role of the straggler. Journeying from Dana to Petra, the stunning landscapes and a solitary tree against the desert reminded me that sometimes the best moments are found when you take the time to slow down and look back.

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Chasing the Golden Light on the French Countryside
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Chasing the Golden Light on the French Countryside

The French countryside has a special place in my heart, especially when it’s bathed in golden light. From a distance, the fields might look the same, but up close, the warm light reveals all the little details that make each one unique.

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