My journey into photography began in 2016, in the quiet, heavy days after losing my wife, Susan, to a 19-year battle with late-stage breast cancer. She had always been the one with a camera in hand, drawn to light, moments, and the beauty that lives between them. After her passing, I picked up her camera not knowing what I was looking for. What I found was connection, purpose, and a new way to see the world.
When I moved to Bellingham, Washington, the landscapes, trails, and rhythm of the outdoors pulled me in. Photography became more than a way to honor Susan’s memory. It became a craft I actively wanted to grow in. After a year of shooting and learning on her camera, I upgraded to a Sony A7IV and a small kit of lenses. That step marked the point where curiosity turned into commitment.
Three years later, I’m proud of the photographer I’ve become. My eye for composition has sharpened, my understanding of exposure feels intuitive, and the creative spark that began as a tribute now stands firmly as my own. Today, I chase light on trails, mountains, and city streets, capturing moments that blend emotion, movement, and place. Every photo I make carries a piece of where I’ve been — and the people and experiences that shaped the way I see.
*Photos are cropped and slightly downgraded by Darkroom to present on this site.
