With a doctor’s prognosis of a comfortable life on the couch I chose to push myself to recover and purse my dream of being an outdoor photographer. After years of hard work, I was able to regain all but the hearing in my left ear and the use of the left side of my face. Following my passion, I pursued a career photographing Skiing and Snowboarding. Through those years I traveled the world while honing my craft. I learned how to work with nature’s dramatic and rare light that is often found in the mountains while reading weather patterns and putting myself where the light was best. Now I use my camera as a painter would use their brush, focusing more on the mood and power of a pre-visualized scene before the camera even comes out of the bag. Through a process of continued visits to my selected locations I am able to study the light and weather patterns through the changing seasons and truly connect with my surroundings. This process combined with patience and great light is a path I look forward to following for many years to come.