Images as Points of Rest
Welcome to the Nothing Special Gallery, a showcase of photos designed to "transform seeing into contemplation," in the words of Richard Wilhelm from his lectures on The I Ching. Wilhelm suggests that through art, "we might find in the battle of life isolated points of rest, where freedom is feasable, a freedom that may lead onward to things more profound."
--Lectures on the I Ching, The Spirit of Art in Hexagram 22 Pi
In assembing these galleries of a few of my favorite collections, I discovered that street photography from around the world has seemed to emerge as having always been favorite type of photography. Maybe because it allows me to connect with and honor people in their own space. Thank you for letting me share my life's journey though photography.
Camino de Santiago, Spain
I needed to travel light, walking a hundred miles. My camera here was a Nikon Coolpix S9500. It's a small point-and-shoot camera
Alaska
For these two trips - one summer, one winter, I took my Nikon D3100 and two additional lenses, a wide angle and a telephoto.
Photography in Nepal
This is a slideshow made from an assortment of photos taken during the trip. I wanted to travel light so my camera here was a my cell phone and my Nikon Coolpix S9500. My intent was to have refewrence photos for my watercolor paintings.
Elizabethtown / Rt 66 Road Trip
My tendency is to see my life cinematically, and a good example was my idea to take the road trip from the movie "Elizabethtown." For the first part of the trip, I went to Elizabethtown on my way to see the total solar eclipse. For the second part of the of the trip, I met my daughter in the Pigeon Forge, Tennessee area so we could visit the Titanic Museum. The final part of the trip took place along historic Rt 66. In Memphis, I made a point of listening to the song "Walking in Memphis" to live the lyrics in a way, and that was fun. I did manage to complete the route laid out by "Claire Coburn" in the movie. I photographed with my DSLR and my cell phone.
Publications and Commercial Use
Today's Photographer Magazine
Most recently, this article on peace rallies was published with the accompanying photos.
Classic Land Rover Magazine
I wrote and did photography for the magazine over a period of two years being published in about 12 issues.
Outside a Scientist's Office
Bee on Passionfruit Flower
Used in as scientific brochure about pollination published in Brazil.
Discover the World with Us
Through photography I am commited to capturing the essence of locations worldwide. From the bustling streets of Katmandu, and New York City to the serene landscapes of Ireland and Alaska, I strive to share a unique perspective through the lens.