Artist Ethos & Process
GLOBAL WILDERNESS

Framing the raw, enduring dialogue between earth and light.

VISTA is a dedicated photographic study of the world’s most remote sub-polar landscapes. From the volcanic basalt plains of Iceland to the glacial fjords of New Zealand and the granite spires of Patagonia, my work seeks to document the quiet, monumental scale of these regions.

Every image is a result of deliberate, solitary field work. I prioritize optical clarity and naturalistic color, using medium format equipment to ensure that the textures of ice, stone, and sky are rendered with the precision of a museum print.

Wilderness Mapping

Tracking geological shifts across Iceland, New Zealand, and the rugged peaks of Patagonia.

Natural Light Study

Capturing the fleeting convergence of sub-polar twilight and the first light of dawn.

Minimalist Approach

Low-impact navigation that respects the silence and integrity of remote alpine terrain.

Photographer documenting granite peaks in Patagonia
Field Study 01
Patagonia Granite SpireAndean Series
COORDINATES
45.57° S, 72.67° W
ELEVATION
2,100 M / 6,890 FT
APERTURE
ƒ/11.0 — 1/8 SEC
FOCAL LENGTH
80MM MEDIUM FORMAT
Archival Cotton PrintView Details
Exhibitions & Recognition

Exhibitions, Awards & Expeditions

A chronological survey of international field expeditions, museum acquisitions, and curated exhibitions marking the evolution of my landscape photography.

Landscape photography of granite peaks in Patagonia
2024Field Expedition
Patagonia, Chile3-Month Field Study
Southern Andes Research Trust

Patagonia Granite & Glacial Light Study

Documented the shifting light on granite spires and glacial runoff, focusing on the interplay between volcanic basalt and crystalline ice formations.

Technical Focus

Large Format Film, Digital Raw & Print

Provenance

Featured in the Patagonia Wilderness Archive

Gallery wall displaying large scale landscape prints of Iceland
2023Solo Exhibition
Reykjavik, IcelandAutumn Showcase
Reykjavik Fine Art Gallery

Icelandic Basalt: A Study in Obsidian

A solo exhibition exploring the stark contrast between volcanic black sand beaches and the ethereal blue of glacial ice in the Icelandic highlands.

Technical Focus

Archival Pigment Print on Cotton Rag

Provenance

Curated by the Nordic Photography Institute

Award plaque and landscape print presentation in Auckland
2023Landscape Award
Auckland, New ZealandAnnual Juried Selection
International Nature Foundation

Global Wilderness Photography Distinction

Awarded for excellence in capturing the remote, untouched landscapes of the Southern Alps, emphasizing natural light and geological scale.

Technical Focus

Digital Capture & Fine Art Print

Provenance

Jury Citation by the Wilderness Society

Artist capturing panoramic landscape in New Zealand fjords
2022Coastal Residency
Milford Sound, New ZealandWinter Fellowship
South Island Arts Collective

Southern Alps & Fjordland Documentation

Studied the dramatic weather patterns and coastal light of the Fjordland, resulting in a series of panoramic prints documenting the rugged coastline.

Technical Focus

Panoramic Film & Digital Capture

Provenance

Permanent collection of the South Island Archive

Museum installation of landscape photography diptych
2021Museum Acquisition
New York, USAPermanent Archive Addition
Institute of Contemporary Photography

National Landscape Archive Induction

The flagship series 'Glacial Echoes' entered the permanent collection after a two-year national tour across major landscape photography centers.

Technical Focus

Archival Cotton Rag & Pigment

Provenance

Gift of the Wilderness Arts Endowment

Exhibition display with landscape prints in Wellington gallery
2020Dual Exhibition
Wellington, New ZealandSpring Series
Pacific Rim Art Space

Volcanic Horizons: A Shared Perspective

Collaborative exhibition exploring the volcanic landscapes of the Pacific Rim, balancing geological documentation with artistic interpretation.

Technical Focus

Fine Art Print & Digital Projection

Provenance

Supported by the Pacific Cultural Foundation

Inquiries & Archive Access

For exhibition loan requests, print provenance documentation, or detailed expedition portfolios, please contact the studio.