Artist Statement
My work is centered on capturing the delicate balance between the atmosphere and the earth, using my camera lens to convey their emotional essence.Nature's beauty is incomprehensible in its vastness. Our planet is a dynamic, living entity—constantly evolving, never to be experienced in the same way twice. Every photograph I take represents a singular, unrepeatable moment.
I strive to bring these extraordinary experiences to those who may never have the chance to witness them firsthand. Whether hiking hundreds of miles, or traveling thousands by car or air, I'm always in search of that elusive moment in time. Whether it's uncovering hidden waterfalls or witnessing the raw power of tornadoes, the pursuit is always rewarding.
Through patience and perseverance, I've learned that when the earth and atmosphere align, the result is nothing short of breathtaking.
Biography
Throughout the day I’m a software developer and project manager for a global data company. The rest of the time I am a photographer, traveler, and a Maple Leafs fanatic.Growing up I always shunned video games. Instead I spent my youth building things and reading about various places in the world. I attended the University of Alabama, majoring in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, before transferring to the University of Oklahoma to finish my engineering degree while minoring in Meteorology.
It was during my time in Alabama that my passion for photography started. As a kid I was fascinated by Chernobyl, and found myself surrounded by various steel mills, mental institutions, and mansions, all relics dating back to the Civil War. I pulled out an old camera and started documenting these places so they, too, could be read about someday, just like I had done when I was young.
While still in Alabama the infamous April 27th came to. That day is known as one of the deadliest and most prolific tornado outbreaks to ever occur in the United States. And seemingly at the epicenter, Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The tornado ripped through the heart of the town like a giant buzz-saw, leaving over 60 people dead in its wake. This was the first day I went “'storm chasing”, something I had desired to do for ages.
Fast forward 7 years and that storm chasing curiosity fueled my taste for adventure, attracting me to some unusual events and places. I’ve seen nearly 100 tornadoes (including some of the most violent in this millennium), been involved in a half-dozen different hurricanes and tropical storms, and traveled throughout North America documenting some of the most unique landscapes and forgotten buildings that exist.
Throughout these adventures I have flown and driven hundreds of thousands of miles, finding myself in the middle of some unforgettable events — breaking a bone, getting swept by a flooded creek while hiking, and too many close calls with lightning. In the end, it’s all been worth it. In the coming years even more adventures will come, not just in North America, but throughout the world.
And so, I hope you enjoy visiting my site and reading my collection of works.
