I hold a Certificate in Professional Photography from the New York Institute of Photography and  have studied in various seminars, workshops, short courses, and through self study. In addition  to photography, I hold a regular "day job" and own and operate a small farm in Two Rivers, Alaska.
My vision of photography as art and of myself as an artist is constantly evolving. My friends don't generally consider me an artist. I have no formal training in art. I'm sorely lacking in the vocabulary  to discuss art with other artists. I certainly don't make a living from my art. Never the less, I'm actively and passionately involved in observing the world around me, processing what I see through my inner distillery, and packaging my interpretation into images that please me and touch others. Since I don't believe I could stop participating in that process even if I wanted to, I'll continue to learn and  practice my craft and, no doubt, the evolution of my art and my artist will continue. 

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