Series: The Making Of

It is not like me to go back, years later, and ‘revisit’ an image. ‘Re-work’ it. I can probably count the times I’ve done this on both of my hands. I don’t know why this is… Perhaps I became so busy shooting new material that I just never had the time to go back. Nonsense… you can always make the time to go back. Or maybe I was just satisfied with the work I had done – I had completely fulfilled my vision the first go ’round. Nooooot likely, I’m my own worst critic. I don’t know if I’ve ever been truly happy with any of my photographs. Oh sure, I’ve been proud of work – but I can still find at least one two faults in every image. I honestly don’t know. Maybe I just...

I thought I’d try something new for my blog. The feedback regarding my latest image, “Winter’s Embrace”, has been fantastic. I’m very picky about my work and all of my friends say that I’m my own worst critic. I’ve always thought that was a key to making beautiful images. I tend to pick apart my work, section by section, layer by layer, and imperfection by dang-blasted imperfection. So if I like an image, I know it’s “decent enough” to show off. I’m really happy with this latest image. For me, it speaks softly of serenity. You can almost feel the light fluffy snow cascading off the graceful and towering spruce trees. If stillness can be felt, this is where you can find it in spades. The snow here is...

Just back from a quick hike at a weird hour. Weird as in hiking from 9 pm to 1 am. Weird. Well, it is Alaska… Didn’t even need a headlamp at all last night, although it probably would have been a good idea. I spent my time in the wild with good friend and exceptional videographer, Scott Slone of Alaska HDTV. What can I say? I’ve got talented friends. We met shortly after 8 last night and drove the 1/2 hour to my “Back yard”. Yes, it’s a 1/2 hour away, but I can see it from my bedroom window. Hence, it’s my back yard. My logic is undeniable. Anyway… It seems as though I have just started seeing this area with new eyes. And the possibilities are endless. Ever since I moved here, Hatcher Pass has been my backyard. My...

This is a good time to remind you of my upcoming photo workshop/adventour in June. Seats are limited, but we have a few spots open at this time. Please click HERE to read more about this one of a kind experience. Of course, if you have any questions, please contact me at any time. I look forward to seeing you, on this incredible tour! Don’t wait, don’t hesitate… the remaining seats will not last much...

Don’t worry, this is not a Victoria’s Secret add. I would probably be the last to say that moose are “attractive” creatures. In my humble opinion (or, in internetics, IMHO) they are pretty much butt ugly. However, they are impressive as hell. Especially when they are walking right towards you, a purpose in their step, showing no sign of hesitation at 10 yards. Even more so because they weigh in around 1200 pounds. They may not be cute, but they sure make up for it in sheer size. This is the same bull from the last post and was taken about 1/2 hour after that shot. He had just emerged from the woods, following one of the cows that he had just “gotten jiggy with”. Oh love was in the air; lip smacking, drooling, twinkling eyes,...

I wanted to post a digital sample of the posters that will be printed and delivered VERY soon. They will measure 12 inches across by 24 inches tall & I think look really nice. I’ll be posting them anywhere and everywhere someone will allow them displayed. Also coming with the posters will be small business cards (made at moo.com. Thanks for the idea Mark!). The cards will be placed at many of the same locations that the posters will be. Instead of having to write down the contact info, just grab a mini card and it has everything on it – website address, info email contact, and phone number. Without further ado – here’s a digital copy of the poster! If you see one around, drop me a line and let me know what you...