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“……the presence of nuclear weapons in the world serves notice that the command to love one another is an absolute practical necessity………” — Wendell Berry

I used to like the old world of pastoral views, of waterfalls, forests and beauty. But that world is gone. It really doesn’t exist. We “screwed the pooch” as they say here in the real world.

“Photography is a major force in explaining man to man.” Edward Steichen… read more

To be inspired is not to copy what others create, but to use what we learn from their works to stimulate our own innovation.

The inspiration handed to you in a gallery or a book or on the Internet should be one that elevates you as an artist. It should pull you to wanting to make your work as powerful as what you are looking at. It is not about hype or being cool or making stuff up. It is about revealing truths.

Photographic and creative inspiration can come from many sources. Books, music and philosophy are great places to begin.

The choice of subject and its impact on our lives plays a critical role in determining the value of our time spent making images.

Photographic Inspiration can come from looking at and listening to other creative minds. “Nobody sees a flower really; it is so small. It takes time. We haven’t time, and to…