Photography has given so much to me over the years and I am forever grateful. First photography taught me how to see and I’m still learning. Second the practice has taught me patience… just wait for it. Oh my that is hard.

I’ve been fortunate to travel the world capturing moments that will never appear again. Meeting people in tiny corners of the globe and listening. Looking and doing the best I can to really see and understand.

What you may also want to know …

My favorite books are non-fiction

Instrumental music is the best

My favorite place is the one that I’m currently in

My Life Coach is Dr. Seuss

My motto: Our thoughts are where we live may we all live in a good place.

UAE Falconing

I’ve finally met my doppelganger. Of course it’s a Peregrine Falcon.

UAE - Falconing

While I was on an assignment in Dubai and Abu Dhabi I tagged on some time to visit an old friend I met in Japan. He took me into the desert with his 2 falcons.

UAE - Camels

In the small village of Al Ain about 2 hours from Dubai I fell in love with camels and the people who love camels.

Santorini, Greece

Such a sweet man to let me ride his donkeys. I love donkeys and goats too!

South Africa - De Hoop Nature Reserve

Miles and miles of sand dunes. Whoa…. you could slide to the bottom of the pit.

South Africa - Tanda Tula

My favorite place. In the savannah of South Africa exploring nature. We are looking to encourage insects out of their homes. Did I mention my nickname is Bug?

South Africa - Tanda Tula

These ladies kept us fueled with caffeine and eggs on the early morning safari.

South Africa, Khayelitsha

Just outside Cape Town is the slum or township of Khayelitsha. This shanty town was reserved for non-whites who were barred from living in the cities during Apartheid. We spent a night here with a woman who was close to Nelson Mandela. On a night walk I met many friendly people.

South Africa

California

For a few years I loved using the Fuji 6X9 Film camera.

O'ahu

For a few years I photographed the rescued horses for a non-profit. They would make a calendar of the photos I took to sell as a fund-raiser.

O'ahu

When I first launched my tour business I had a blessing. Hired a Native Hawaiian practitioner to bless my new business and keep my van safe. It worked !