I have always been inspired by wild places and the concept of deep time.
A former paleontologist and lifelong explorer, my worldview was profoundly shaped in my youth by the writings of Charles Darwin, Richard Dawkins, and Edward Abbey, to name a few.
Photography is the artistic medium I use to express this worldview and my deep connection to the natural world.
I find the most fulfillment in creating photographs that capture an emotion or a fresh perspective rather than simply document the spectacle of an iconic natural landmark.
My style is slow, quiet, deliberate, and contemplative.
I prefer capturing scenes that showcase beauty found in the less obvious. I often feel drawn to isolate smaller, more intimate aspects of a larger landscape. I believe the most compelling stories can be found in the details.
As a naturalist and conservationist above all else, I aim for my work to transcend artistic expression.
My 10 year career as paleontologist has given me a unique perspective on Earth's past and future, and the dire environmental crisis that continues to spiral wildly out of control.
Through my photography, I hope to convey that wilderness is an invaluable asset of the human spirit we must prioritize and safeguard.
It has been proven time and again throughout our history that a photograph has the power to inspire change. Photographer William Neill writes, “Perhaps one way the world will change is for people to go through a profound aesthetic experience that makes us aware that we are personally accountable for our actions and how we affect the environment.”
There’s more to life than screens and algorithms. My deepest hope is that our species will realize this before it’s all we have left.