Leavin on a Jet Plane

I've never been one for shooting out a plane window. Everyone always wonders what the heck you are up to. However, its kind of fun now and again.

Dominican Republic

I've seen alot of beaches in my day, but there was something unique about this one I can't quite put my finger on. This was a random and quick trip shortly after the earthquake in Haiti. It was strange to find no signs of devistation on one side of the island and know how much difficulty the other side was/is going through.

Mountains in Peru

Along the trek in Peru I kept thinking how I could spend a whole year photographing the mountains there. It was almost painful to only stop for the occasional moment of amazing light and have to move on. What a beautiful country, I have fantastic memories there.

Earthquake Self Portrait

A few weeks ago a friend challanged me to take a non smiling self-portrait and spend no more than 10 min setting up to take it. I got one or two shots off using a self timer... when I was interrupted by a 5.9 earthquake. After the shaking stopped I realized that the self timer had gone off during the mayhem... so the top photo is the best non candid self portrait i got out of the experience, and the bottom is my face during an earthquake when the self timer went off. Enjoy

Seven Teacups Canyoneering

I had a fantastic time recently with Alpine Training Services. I participated in their CIV class. We went to the Kern River for a few days to learn how to canyoneer in swift water. And wow, the Seven Teacups were really flowing! At the end of the day I felt confident and prepaired for more adventures. Such a cool sport. I can't wait to head back up to Kernville again. Moral of the story: You don't have to drive to Utah for some sick canyoneering; its right here in Southern California's backyard.

Fireworks!

I can't remember how many times as a child I tried to take photographs of a fireworks display. They almost never turned out. I feel better about these! Doesn't the top one look like a creature you might find in the sea at night?

Canyoneering Shots

I recently got to do some product photography for Alpine Training Services (ATS). They have a new rappelling device that will be on the market August 2010! I got to hang off the side of a 150 foot waterfall and shoot. Talk about fun! If you DON'T KNOW what canyoneering is, I suggest you check out the ATS page for some great videos and images! www.alpinets.com