Sketchbook
As a working creative, the process is often messy, unpredictable and volatile. Over the years, I have found it important to allow yourself space to break away, experiment and make mistakes. It is within this space one can discover new ideas or techniques that may bring value to your craft. Or it can simply be reprieve to rest your mind and recharge.
I enjoy many genres of photography. It allows opportunities for different creative experiences and the use of different tools. The majority of my images never make it into any of my curated collections which is completely fine. For me, the process is the important end product; the image is a mere memento.
Welcome to my sketchbook - the rough sketches, outtakes and notes from the field.
Thank you for stopping by. - M
A New Friend
Kat and I have always talked about experiencing the massive sequoias of California. In late August, we made the trip up to Sequoia National Park for a quick getaway. After Kat got home from work that evening, we made the long drive…
The Great Escape
August marks our sixth month of the pandemic. Kat and I were craving some peace so we escaped to an isolated area in California…
A Lakeside Stroll
Shooting local. It is something that I certainly do not do enough of. This past weekend I packed up my kit and drove to a local lake. I have been in a bit of a creative funk the last few months so I was not expecting much from a creative…
Return to Joshua Tree National Park
We have been under quarantine since March and from a creative standpoint it has been a challenge to get back into the groove. The nation has slowly been opening back up and this week our local park, Joshua Tree National Park…
Yosemite Valley
It has been some time since I had last been to Yosemite. In late February, I had a chance to meet up with Eric and Noel and spend some time in the park. Our trip landed towards the tail end of the Firefall window and we were a…
Reprise: Joshua Tree National Park
It has been some time since I have been back to Joshua Tree National Park. A few years ago, I would spend quite a bit of time practicing the craft of photography, exploring and simply getting to know the park. I do miss roaming…
Eastern Sierra in the Winter
We had an opportunity to visit the Eastern Sierra for a quick weekend trip. This was the first time Kat had been to the area. It was great to share this beautiful area with her. We had a great time exploring the areas around…
Getting lost in the Redwoods
Kat and I had been wanting to visit the Redwoods of Northern California for some time. So after our wedding we took a trip up to San Francisco. After a few days of exploring the city we drove north to the…
Happy 2020!
Happy New everyone! Kat and I had just gotten married two days ago and we wanted to get away and celebrate our union away from home. So we decided to travel north to spend a few days exploring San Francisco and…
Shooting Local
As we enter a new year and a new decade, I found myself reflecting back a lot more so than in past years. 2019 was easily the happiest year of my life. Kat and I began writing the next chapter in our book of life, I reconnected with…
Last Call: Fall Color in the Eastern Sierra
Fall is the beginning of my favorite time of the year. It’s when temperatures begin to drop, the forests start to change color and most importantly Kat and I get to spend a lot of quality time with our families during…