After teaching high school students for 31 years, my interest in photography took an unexpected and very rewarding turn. When I began this wonderful and addicting pursuit just a few years ago, I did not know the difference between shutter speeds and F-stops, and I was definitely lens challenged. I am now the student and no longer the teacher.
I taught marine biology and oceanography and shared the wonders, beauty, and importance of our oceans with my students. Now, I am trying to capture some of these wonders through photography. Scuba allows you to float and move free of time and gravity. – Underwater photography is definitely a challenge, but having a camera in my hands has helped me be a better observer and made me slow down to enjoy the moment and capture the amazing scenes and animals below the surface.
Of course, nature’s magnificence is not restricted to the underwater world. I am now beginning to take photographs everywhere I have a chance to travel and visit. A quick road stop with camera in hand can provide fantastic opportunities to capture something beautiful as seen from my perspective. I’d like to sell my work and do some travel writing. If you are interested, I work with a really great lab that specializes in photo prints and has a variety of framing and mounting possibilities.
Photography has brought out a creative aspect in me that I never knew I had. My photos capture moments that I will always remember. I hope they tell a story or show a unique image that will bring enjoyment to you. I’m enjoying my new journey, and I hope you do to.