We all know that a camera (and lens) are essential tools for a photographer, but what other equipment is an absolute must for me? Now each and every photographer when asked to name one piece of photography equipment they can’t live without will have different answers. Some will say props Read more
Do you remember where you were when the towers fell? I was on my way to my business law class. I had been in an earlier class and as I walked through the building I heard rumblings of something going on in New York. A plane, or maybe a helicopter, Read more
We recently went on a road trip through northern Arizona and Utah. Oh my god you guys! It was AMAZING! I am ready to go back already. Actually, it has inspired me to sell everything and just drive around the country. There is nothing like seeing the country from your car. Sadly Read more
If you are looking for adventure and happen to be on Maui try the road to Hana. The road to Hana is one of my favorite things to do there and you can see new things each time. There’s waterfalls, beaches, cute little shops, and much more! I’ve done it twice and Read more
World Penguin Day April 25th is World Penguin Day. I have been a fan of penguins for as long as I can remember. There is just something about those cute birds that just pull you in. Their tuxedo-like appearance, the waddle, and their sliding/diving antics. My dream is to someday Read more
Earth and Arbor Day April is quite the month for those of us dedicated to helping the Earth. Both Earth Day and Arbor Day are celebrated this month. It’s like Christmas for hippies! Earth Day, April 22nd, started in 1970 and next year (2020) will be celebrating its 50th anniversary. This Read more
Kilauea Lighthouse The Kilauea Lighthouse is located on the beautiful island of Kauai. It is also a national wildlife refuge for many seabirds, including ‘Ā, Mōlī, ‘Ua ‘u kani, and the nēnē, the official state bird. The lighthouse sits on a cliff of a dormant volcano and provides protection to the birds that Read more
Big Island’s black sand beach is a sight to behold. Big Island’s black sand beach is called Punalu’u and is located between Pāhala and Nāʻālehu (Kona and Hilo). In Hawaiian, Punalu’u translate to spring dive for because there are underwater freshwater springs. Legend has it that in times of draught Hawaiians would Read more
Landscape photography – how does one decide what to create? Have you ever wondered how the mind of an artist works? Why did they decide on that subject and those colors? How about a little peek into my creative process? My main passion is landscape photography. I spend my days Read more
Recycling is probably the most popular R in the reduce, reuse, recycle mantra. Everyone probably knows recycling is important and all the tips that go along with it but it’s still an important topic. Maybe some of us just need a little reminder now and then. The other Rs will Read more