Photography is a way for me to have memories of discoveries, fun or somber times, actions that moved me, and a means to revisit places that I might not ever return to. Sometimes I am drawn to the colors present, as in fields of irises or a stunning sunset, and sometimes it's more about the structure of man-made or natural beauty and the balances that occur between elements. In recent years it's been educationally fun to nerd-out and use apps to find out aurora or sunset forecasts, as well as to research out of the way places that I've heard are unique in some way. All in all, taking photographs, making memories, and sharing them with friends and family are ways to express my appreciation for the natural world and life in its many expressions.