One of the highlights of living on the Southwest Washington coast is the ability to leave the city behind and immerse myself in the region’s natural beauty. Only a half-mile from my home takes me out of town and into the timberland, farms, and scenic Willapa Bay estuary—a great escape from the urban areas. Compared…
Imperfect Aged Beauty Beyond my landscape photography of the Pacific Northwest, I also greatly enjoy capturing images of worn and weathered subjects. I find tremendous beauty in the old, the imperfect, and the every day – a sentiment encapsulated by the Japanese concept of “Wabi Sabi,” which roughly translates to “imperfect aged beauty.” Everything in…
Magic happens in the Pacific Northwest when the forest meets the fog. The trees become mysterious, and the light takes on a new character. Last summer, I had the opportunity to photograph these captivating conditions along Forest Road 73 near the town of Greenwater, Washington. I started my day photographing along Skookum Creek and some…
The forests of the Pacific Northwest are a beautiful place to photograph, especially during the summer months. The trees are lush and full, the light is dappled and enchanting, and there’s an overall feeling of peace and tranquility.
Because I live in the Pacific Northwest, water is a common element in my photography. When exploring the landscape, I often stop along streams to check for photo possibilities. Recently, I explored an area accessible by Forest Road 73 near Greenwater, Washington. When viewing my map, I located a road crossing of Skookum Creek at…
While exploring the Pacific Northwest’s coastlines and inland waterways, I am captivated by the silent sentinels of maritime history—boats that have long since departed from the waves. Now forever grounded, these vessels captured my imagination, sparking a new photographic project I’m excited to share with you.
Astoria, Oregon, is a beautiful river town with plenty of things to do. One of the best ways to experience Astoria is to stroll along the waterfront. Several times a month, my wife and I visit Astoria, and while my wife is at her appointment, I often have about an hour at a time to…
It was my daughter’s last full day before she had to fly back to Belgium to prepare for the upcoming school term. She wanted to show her roommate around Seattle, Washington. Throughout the day, we visited many famous tourist spots, including Fremont (the center of the universe), the Troll, and the downtown waterfront. We also…
The road to Obstruction Point is a narrow gravel, often perched above a drop to the valley below. It is not a route for the faint of heart if you’re not experienced in driving these types of roads.
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