This picture was taken during a moment of reflection for a young man. This photo projects so much about our admiration for nature and it's beauty. One never knows the road in which God has placed him to travel, therefore, continue to seek his will, make a difference in this world, but most of all....Enjoy The Journey!
"Who Am I"This shot was taken at the top of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The air was crisp and cold. The snow was packed with fresh powder, the conditions were awesome, but the view was worth just stopping everything, and taking the time to enjoy it. It's a real pleasure to share this photo of crystal clear blue skies, and snow covered mountains with a sole (soul) boarder contemplating his path and trail down the mighty run....of life.
"Frosty"This photo was taken at Waimea Canyon, Kauai, Kawaii. You can see the path at the bottom of this shot. Did I take the wrong turn? How did I get so far off the trail? Sometimes we take the wrong turns or make the wrong choices in life. The goal is to focus on what's important and your destination. If we always see wrong choices and turns as being lost, then we have no way of determining where we really want to go or be. Never give up!
"The Path"The rugged and dangerous, Napali Coast, Kauai, Hawaii. At first glance, this photo appears like a typical coast line, however, this is all but typical. Imagine yourself taking this photo, and then knowing you have to hike in to get to the farthest point you see in this photo. My 18 year old son and I did it in 4 hours, wearing just slippers and carrying our cameras. Unbelievable!
"The Challenge"This photo was taken on the bank of the Loc Lomand Lake in Santa Cruz, California. A great place to fish, relax, enjoy family, take a nap, and get great shots like these. This lake gave up the biggest trout we have ever caught. 19 in. and 2 1/2 lbs. This catch with my son that day reminded me of how important it is, to always get all caught up with your kids! I do. Mine Rock!
"All Caught Up"This photo was taken on the coast of Mexico. The picture is definately something we see often, yet take for granted every evening. How often do you just go out and enjoy a sunset? Are you too busy? Always going and going? Take the time to enjoy it. If you miss tonight, there may not always be a tomorrow. Look at the sun, then look at your son (if you have one, I have 3), and share the beauty this world has to offer with them.
"It's Not Too Late"This photo was taken at the End of our long hike on Kauai, Hawaii. We took the trail and hiked as far as we could along the Napali Coast. Over 2 1/2 miles in, this was the end of the road for us. Coincidentally, this is also happened to be the furthest point west of the Island Kauai. The oceans powerful currents allowed us to go no further!
"Sands of Time"This photo was taken at Waimea Falls in Kauai, Hawaii. This awesome display of a power fall is captured at a rare angle. From the edge of this cliff, the fence and boundries had to be broken. The only way to get this shot is to climb over the edge, lean forward as far as you can and hope you don't fall off. Your second thought is always, "will they recover my camera and get this shot?"
"Over The Edge"Captured on the Windward side of Oahu, Hawaii, this photo was taken in the town of Kailua, just around midnight. Using the natural moonlight, without flash and a long exposure, this was my favorite shot of moon shine ever. There is a natural bit of distortion, but it has a noticable center of focus. Who says a little moon shine ever hurt anyone. :-)
"Moon Shine"This is a photo of the Wailua River in Kauai, Hawaii. The size of the canoe in the photo is the only thing that helps put the magnificence in perspective. This river takes you to the ocean on one end, and to the world famous Fern Grotto on the other. Just past the grotto is a rope swing for your swimming and adventurous pleasure. It's a long paddle in, but worth every effort.
"A Perspective"This picture was shot in Honolulu, Hawaii. The canoe clubs meet early in the morning to prepare for the days paddle ahead. Just like in life, we prepare, we race, and win or loose, the next day we still have hope that there is a chance we may win or loose again. It's not winning or loosing the race that matters, it's running it, that we don't want to miss the fun. Enjoy the race, as much as the victory or loss. Always have new hopes!
"Winning Your Race"This picture was taken near the Macadamia Nut Factory, on Oahu, Hawaii. If you walk to your car in the parking lot, you might want to stop and take a look at some of the "Forest Through The Trees". This is another one photo that you can get lost in. The setting and colors were so spectacular, I don't think the camera will ever equal the human eye.
"Resting Place"This photo was taken in Monterey, California. A great pose for the camera by two sea lions resting, and sunning themselves. I was excited to be in a place that allowed my 12x optical zoom to be put to the test. At full zoom, this was the result of a steady hand and determination to get the shot. No tripod, no time to loose, just point and shoot!
"We See You"These photos were taken in Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii. The first photo was taken from the white sandy beach, in front of the Royal Hawaiian. The view of Diamond Head was picture perfect, luckily I had my camera, and got this shot. The once active volcano longed to be visited and was calling me to the top for the next photo below...
"A Diamond Heads View"
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This Picture was taken early morning in Felton, California. This is the Fern River Resort located off Highway 9 near Santa Cruz. Our cabin is right on the water, the fishing is great, the redwoods touch the sky, and shots like this capture the beauty of the sun peeking through the trees to say, good morning.
"Hide and Seek"
This photo was taken along side a cliff at the Napali Coast, Kauai, Hawaii. We hiked straight up, 1/2 mile to get this photo. There are no cars, no bikes or roads. Just skinny, muddy trails and drop off cliffs make up the 2 1/2 mile hike in and 2 1/2 mile hike out. It took us about 4 hours total. The only access is by way of Helicopter, Boat, or on foot. My 18 year old son and I hiked in and will always remember...
"Boldly Go"
"Andersohn Island"
"Always Reaching" This picture was shot along the coast of Lanai, Hawaii. My sons and I were passengers aboard a sunset dinner cruise that was exploring the coastal shores of the island "Lanai". Dinner, Dolphins, great entertainment, and the fanale, this sunset! Off in the distance we could see another dinner cruise ship enjoying the same thing we were.
"Awe"This photo was taken of Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada. You can only get a shot like this from the top of the mountain which is only accessable by snowmobile. Lake Tahoe is one of the deepest lakes in the world. The mountains surrounding the lake offer some of the most spectacular views you'll ever see. This one, for example, is a rare glimpse of clear skies, calm water, and peace in the middle of a stormy winter.
"Top Of The World"This shot was taken at Lanikai Beach in Hawaii. National Geographic called this one of the Top 10 Beaches in all the world. If you love quiet and solitude, this spot offers the best of both. Though it is a popular place in the world, there are rarely any people at this specific location. It is an honor to have captured this one on film. An award winning location if there ever was one!!
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This photo was taken in Capitola, California. Our favorite place to dine in Capitola. My wife and I love to go is this spot to enjoy the fine dining and the awesome atmosphere. It's called the Shadowbrook Restaurant. There is an old fashioned tram that takes you from the parking lot, down to the dining area. If you take the stairs instead, this is what you'll get to see.
"Stairway to Heaven"
"Discovery"
"Mauka Meets Makai"
"Untouched"
This photo taken at the Grand Wailea Resort in Maui, Hawaii. It was my oldest son's 18th Birthday. We went to dinner at the (see title) to celebrate. This shot was the gift given to us after dinner. He too, takes his photography very seriously, and is excellent at what he does with a camera. I hope sharing moments and shots like these with him, made his 18th one he'll remember for ever. Long after I am gone, he will have this photo to remember the love his father had for him. Share what's important in life, good food, good friends, good times and family. Nothing else really matters...except catching it on film.
"A Fathers Love"
"Reflection"This photo was taken in Waikiki, Hawaii. The subject was the Royal Hawaiian Resort. The night was calm, there was a mild trade breeze that cooled the evening, and my camera was working overtime. Catching just a piece of the city's night life, was really a priveledge. I always have difficulty shooting at night. There are so many opportunities, and so many things to capture on film. It is my goal to capture any photo that helps others see what is right with the world. Too many people focus on all the things that are wrong with the world.
"Aloha Nui Loa"
"Midnight Lights"
"By The Dawns Early Light"
"Bird In The Hand"
"Well..."
" In Flight"
"After Midnight"
"Calm Before Any Storm"This Photo was taken on the Coast of Maui, Hawaii in front of the Marriott. There is nothing more tranquil than a day closing with a Hawaiian Tropical Sunset. As the sun settles behind the sea, the night life is birthed. The end of a calming day, the beginning of the night, a miracle to behold and not to be taken for granted!
"Days End"
"The Inlet"
"Imagine"
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