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.
West Coast Wanderings Day Two: Chasing the Coastline
Day #2 - Beautiful Shoreline
📍Santa Cruz, CA to Fort Bragg, CA
🥾 209 miles
📈 Elevation Gain: 15 feet
West Coast Wanderings - Day One
Day #1 - The Start That Didn’t Go as Planned
📍Hwy 101 to Hwy 1 (PCH), CA
🥾 401 miles
📈 Elevation Gain: 6,000–9,000 feet