Where curiosity leads and stories unfold
Footprints & Frames
Photography keeps me curious. It gives me a reason to wander, to pause, and to notice things I might otherwise pass by. I’ve found that my favorite studio is wherever I happen to be—on a trail, beside the road, or somewhere I never expected to find.
These posts blend trip stories and visual storytelling: the where, the how, and the why behind the images I take. Whether you’re a fellow adventurer, a photo lover, or someone who simply enjoys a good view, I hope this space inspires you to follow your curiosity—and see the world a little differently.
There’s something about getting outside that slows the world down—and gives you the space to see more deeply.
I started this journal to capture the places I explore and the small, fleeting moments along the way: early mist through the trees, sunlight spilling across the desert, or a distant peak caught in golden hour. Some adventures begin with a trail map or a planned road trip. Others start with a drive, a random turn, or a view that makes me pull over.
Chasing Hidden Wonders
Overlook Trail to McWay Falls
📍 Location: Big Sur, CA
🥾 Distance: 0.40 miles
📈 Elevation Gain: 12 ft
📷 Gear Used: Sony a7iv
Favorite moment: Seeing the iconic, pristine beach and waterfall
The Trail I Didn’t Mean To Take
Ewoldsen Trail
📍 Location: Big Sur, CA
🥾 Distance: 4.5 miles
📈 Elevation Gain: 1,275 ft
📷 Gear Used: Sony a7iv
AllTrails: Suggested Trail
Favorite moment: Looking out over the ocean half way up
Pfeiffer Falls Trail
Pfeiffer Trail
📍 Location: Big Sur, CA
🥾 Distance: 2.8 miles
📈 Elevation Gain: 463 ft
📷 Gear Used: Sony a7iv
AllTrails: Suggested Trail
Favorite moment: Getting to the top to rest at the falls