Photography is something that has always interested me.  When I was young, I really enjoyed going to my grandparents' house to visit because my Grandfather had a very nice collection of National Geographic magazines.  I would sit for hours, not really reading the articles, but staring at the pictures.  This provided a way for me to travel into far-off places and imagine standing right there with the photographers, seeing the world as they did.  My Grandfather passed long ago, but I still have all of his National Geographic magazines, and I continue to allow myself to get lost in them. 

For me, the thought of being a photographer always floated around in the back of my mind, and that is where it stayed for most of my life.  I didn't really have the confidence I needed to pursue it.  Then, a few years ago, I expressed a desire to explore it to my beautiful wife, and she told me she believed in me and said, "Well then, do it."  

With her encouragement, I took those first few steps, and on our wedding day, I purchased my first used DSLR.  Then on our honeymoon, we went to the Tetons.  I have been hooked ever since.  That created a desire in me to learn as much as I can about the general practices of photography.  I have not only learned a great deal from online tutorials, reading books, and studying other photographers, but also from many moments of trial and error.  

When I find scenery to shoot, I generally envision what I want to share.  I am always exploring better ways to capture a picture and edit it in a way that portrays that vision.  I hope to seek out the possibilities of scenes that will draw you out of your surroundings and into another place and time. 

Please enjoy my work.  I am excited to share it with you and hope that you allow yourself to experience the adventure of traveling to some far-off places with me. 

Sincerely,

Rick Mower