To be really free one should tackle the essential circumstances as they’re—painful, impermanent, open, imperfect—after which be glad about impermanence and the liberty it grants us. Gary Snyder
A younger photographer wrote to me lately asking if I’d take into account filming a few of my out of doors work and making the movies out there publicly. He additionally inquired about any recommendation I might need for individuals aspiring to change into skilled panorama photographers. As I thought of my response, at first it appeared apparent to me that making movies was not one thing I needed to do since it might be at odds with my reclusive character and with the way in which I {photograph}. I recognised additionally that within the minds of many, “panorama photographer” is a occupation largely like different professions, with well-established profession paths, prescribed milestones, dependable income streams, and every day routines. For me, that was by no means the case. Images for me has all the time been, earlier than the rest, one thing I pursued intending to counterpoint my life, unbiased of how I earned a residing.
For me, that was by no means the case. Images for me has all the time been, earlier than the rest, one thing I pursued intending to counterpoint my life, unbiased of how I earned a residing.
It’s by sheer coincidence that images has change into my occupation.