February 1, 2011

Daybreak

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The last day I spent in Joshua Tree National Park (2009) was a very cold and windy day. I had the clock set on 4:30am so I would have time to hike up to a nearby spot to watch the sunrise.

When I woke up it was cold. Very cold…and windy…and cold. My tent was covered in frost and I don’t think my sleeping bag has ever felt so warm.
The initial reaction was to close the tent and zip up my sleeping bag…which I did.

As I was laying there I knew I would regret it if I didn’t make the effort and head out to watch the sunrise.

I got up, checked my hiking boots for uninvited guests, pulled my hat downs as far as I could, grabbed my camera gear and then started to run around in circles to warm me up…luckily this was in December so there were no one around…you can only imagine how…awesome I looked…running around in the dark with a big backpack and a tripod in hand.

I ran up to the spot I had picked out the night before and I stood up there thinking to myself that this is probably not worth it…

…then I saw the first light in the sky…and everything went quiet…it felt like the cold went away..and wind disappeared. You couldn’t do anything but just stand there in awe…

 
It is by far the most fantastic sunrise I have ever seen…and I almost missed it.
Being comfortable is nice…but way too predictable.

 

February Wallpaper – Joshua Tree National Park, California  |  iPhone  |  iPad  |  Nexus  |  1280×1024  |  1440×900  |  1680×1050  |  1920×1200  |

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January 13, 2011

California Dreamin’

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…and the sky is gray.

A year ago I took a solo trip out to Joshua Tree National Park.
Me, my camera, iPod and a tent.

It was a great experience.
Good for both heart and soul.

Today, I am California dreamin’…on such a winters day.

Joshua Tree National Park, CA

 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 

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shaun - Uhmmm…These are incredible.

Tim - Dude these are fantastic.

jenna - These are all amazing, but the one of the night sky actually brought tears to my eyes…breathtaking.

January 10, 2011

Luna

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Lexington, Kentucky

Before turning one year older Luna wanted to have some photos taken.
So, a few days before her birthday we went out in some beautiful fall weather.

Oh, how I miss fall.

 

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January 4, 2011

Northern Escape

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Last fall I took a trip up north.

Nice scenery.
Good company.
Great memories.

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, WI  |  Gooseberry Falls State Park, MN  |  Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, MN

 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 

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Tim - These are great man. I’ve always liked your landscape work.

January 1, 2011

The World Is Yours

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…but a little (or a lot) of help from your friends is necessary.

I have some great friends, although some are very far away they are all supportive as I continue my photography journey.
For that, I am very thankful.

Last year I was fortunate to meet some fantastic people…families, designers, photographers, students, people in love…the list goes on and on. Among them are two individual that has offered a tremendous amount of support.

As I decided to chase my dream and launched my own business, they have been there offering advice as well as presented me with opportunities to do what I love to do…take photos.

I am very grateful to call them my friends.
Shaun and Sarah you are awesome!

 

I wish all of you out there a Happy New Year and nothing but the best for you during this new year.

The world is yours…make your dreams come true.

 

January Wallpaper – Apostle Islands, Wisconsin  |  iPhone  |  Nexus  |  1280×1024  |  1440×900  |  1680×1050  |  1920×1200  |

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Tara - What a wonderful way to start the year by thanking those who mean so much to you :) I love the photo. It is so full of hopes and happiness. And full of life. Have a great year ahead Magnus!

Helkat - Awwwwwe shucks! But I already knew I was awesome :0
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