An Evening at Cape Flattery, Washington, 2022
One summer evening at Cape Flattery, I watched the Pacific shift from gold to silver to starlit black—each moment more timeless than the last.
Photography Projects
Photography projects allow a deeper study of place over time. Each project focuses on a specific landscape or theme, approached with patience and continuity rather than a single moment.
Working within a project creates cohesion. It reveals subtle changes in light, weather, and mood that a single image cannot capture alone. From coastal environments to mountain valleys and forest interiors, these projects document Pacific Northwest landscapes through black and white fine art photography.
Projects provide context. They show how a location feels across seasons, across tides, and across repeated visits. This body of work reflects an ongoing commitment to observing the land carefully and consistently.
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Summer Afternoon at Mt Rainier National Park, Washington, 2022
On a summer hike at Mt. Rainier with my daughter, I photographed lenticular clouds, alpine meadows, and quiet forest patterns. In black and white, these scenes reveal the timeless rhythm of the mountain.
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A Morning Walk Through The Forest, Butte Creek, Washington, 2022
A summer morning walk through Butte Creek Park revealed intimate forest details softened by mist and filtered light. This series of six black-and-white photographs reflects the serenity of one of southwest Washington’s last old-growth stands.
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Blackened Trees, a Black and White Photo Project, 2022
An unplanned stop at Rocky Coulee near Vantage, Washington, became a black and white photography project exploring trees left behind by the 2018 Ryegrass Coulee Fire.
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Evening Light on the South Washington Cascades, 2022
Instead of planning my photos, I prefer to explore the landscape with my camera. Experiencing nature first allows me to be open to the light and landscape before me. I started the day exploring the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Randle, Washington. I knew snow still covered many forest roads in May. After photographing along…
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Yosemite High Country, California, 2021
This week, I’m sharing a few more photographs that convey the beauty of Yosemite high county.
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Early Spring Afternoon Along Lake Cushman, Washington, 2022
My time to get away and explore is often between shifts at the fire department. One of those days was on a recent Sunday. After my 24-hour shift, I set off for the Olympic Peninsula. I stopped for a quick nap and early dinner near Hoodsport, Washington, then drove to Lake Cushman. I made a…
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Yosemite Valley, California, 2021
I can’t get over how time flies. After several months, I finally developed the photos of my visit to Yosemite National Park last October. I broke my collection of black and white photos of Yosemite into several themes. This week, I’m sharing views from Yosemite Valley. Enjoy! Further Readings: Yosemite High Country, California Intimate Scenes…
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Early Spring Visit to the Hamma Hamma River, Washington, 2022
I recently shared a few photos from my visit to Lake Cushman on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state. If you missed it, read that part of the story HERE. With many areas near Lake Cushman still inaccessible by vehicle, I headed to the next watershed to the north, the Hamma Hamma River. A quick…
