The best fish I have ever had is in that little Viking-house there to the right. You have to duck to get through the door. Once inside, you emerge into a darkened Viking-style dining hall (imagine the great hall where Gríma Wormtongue held powah over King Théoden of Rohan). It’s called Tjöruhúsið in the little town of Isafjordur.

The whole experience is fun too. There is a little window in the back where the fishermen come every morning to deliver the fresh fish in exchange for getting to eat there for free. They bring you the food inside giant iron-clad pans… it was so awesome. I love to gorge myself here with giant dinners before heading out for all-night shooting.

Best Fish Evar!

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• Date Taken2010-06-14 16:56:06
• CameraNIKON D3X
• Camera MakeNikon
• Exposure Time1/6
• Aperture8
• ISO100
• Focal Length14.0 mm
• FlashNo Flash
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias+1

The sand dunes in Namibia are a sight to behold. They are among the highest and oldest dunes in the world, some reaching up to 300 meters tall! The dunes have a variety of colors, from pale yellow to deep red, depending on the mineral content and the time of day. The dunes are constantly shaped by the wind, creating curves and ridges that contrast wonderfully with the clear blue sky.

The Textures of Namibian Sand

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• Date Taken2014-09-24 23:03:32
• CameraILCE-6000
• Camera MakeSony
• Exposure Time1/400
• Aperture8
• ISO100
• Focal Length84.0 mm
• FlashOff, Did not fire
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias

This is the road to Milford Sound/Piopiotahi. I took this photo on a moody autumn morning when the road was empty and quiet, except for the occasional sheep grazing by the side. I was captivated by the contrast between the rugged peaks and the smooth surface of the road mixed with the vibrant colors of nature.

South Island Exploration

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• Date Taken2012-10-27 04:10:08
• CameraNIKON D3S
• Camera MakeNikon
• Exposure Time1/2000
• Aperture2.8
• ISO200
• Focal Length70.0 mm
• FlashNo Flash
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias

As the seasons change the grassy fields around Queenstown and Arrowtown transform into a rainbow of hues, from soft yellows to vibrant greens you can even spot some fiery oranges and reds among the blades. It’s like a magic carpet of colors that invites you to explore and capture every nuance with your camera.

Walking Down to the Lake

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• Date Taken2013-02-10 11:36:40
• CameraNIKON D800
• Camera MakeNikon
• Exposure Time1/60
• Aperture11
• ISO200
• Focal Length20.0 mm
• FlashOff, Did not fire
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias

I captured this on the last day of a Disney cruise a bunch of years ago. I’d taken to getting up early each day to capture the sunrise and this was one occasion it really paid off!

The Endless Skies

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• Date Taken2013-07-24 00:10:44
• CameraNEX-6
• Camera MakeSony
• Exposure Time1/100
• Aperture6.3
• ISO2000
• Focal Length55.0 mm
• FlashOff, Did not fire
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias

As you drive into Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, you may well decide that the drive itself is better than the destination. And that’s saying a lot, believe me!

I think one of the best unofficial hikes is right around Monkey Creek here. It’s certainly worth parking your car and spending a few hours walking around the area. Even without your camera, it’s still a feast for the eyes.

Crossing Monkey Creek

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• Date Taken2012-10-27 18:56:02
• CameraNEX-7
• Camera MakeSony
• Exposure Time1/1600
• Aperture3.5
• ISO100
• Focal Length18.0 mm
• FlashOff, Did not fire
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias-0.3

This turned out to be one of my favorite spots on Virgin Gorda. There is a long road that trails up and down the island. Along one side of the big mountain, there is a little spot where you can get this perspective. I went up there early to grab photos of the sunset, but I was greeted with the sight of a massive storm rolling in instead!

Massive Storm hits Virgin Gorda

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• Date Taken2012-05-03 19:52:12
• CameraNIKON D800
• Camera MakeNikon
• Exposure Time2
• Aperture5.6
• ISO100
• Focal Length24.0 mm
• FlashOff, Did not fire
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias+1

The waters went suddenly calm all around the ship and the sky stretched out forever. I had just seen a pod of whales and we were weaving around new areas of the fjords. I knew I was in Alaska then!

The Earthly Lines

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• Date Taken2013-07-19 09:49:21
• CameraNEX-6
• Camera MakeSony
• Exposure Time1/320
• Aperture10
• ISO100
• Focal Length15.0 mm
• FlashOff, Did not fire
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias

I was doing an old promo video for Smugmug, which is the website that hosts my portfolio. They are a great company and I’ve been a fan for many years. They did a few “promo” videos staring yours truly and this was one of the locations we visited. They would get footage of me looking “cool” with my tripod. I don’t really think I look that cool. I look quite nerdy. But, comfortable with my nerdiness, I think!

The Waves of Big Sur

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• Date Taken2011-04-12 21:20:50
• CameraNIKON D3X
• Camera MakeNikon
• Exposure Time1/250
• Aperture9.5
• ISO100
• Focal Length65.0 mm
• FlashNo Flash
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias

I love these old parts of China that could be from almost any period in history. The riverside part of Feng Huang is a bit like this, so it is one of my favorite areas to photograph. Back when I processed this I was looking forward to returning and re-imagining these places with new equipment but as much as I’d like to return, as of the writing of this in 2023, I have no real desire to go back to China any time soon. After going there about a dozen times, I see it becoming more and more of a draconian system. I worry about everything from political problems to getting in trouble for doing something wrong and being thrown into some bottomless gulag.

Reflections of Old China

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• Date Taken2010-10-07 05:29:31
• CameraNIKON D3X
• Camera MakeNikon
• Exposure Time3
• Aperture5.6
• ISO200
• Focal Length20.0 mm
• FlashNo Flash
• Exposure ProgramAperture-priority AE
• Exposure Bias+1