As a photographer I feel a deep connection between nature, the universe and God. I feel I am reflecting God's beauty.
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I truly love wildlife and astrophotography. The wildlife is so unpredictable and so unique. I have a degree in astrophysics and I love to bring the beauty of the cosmos to people. The universe is huge, diverse and beautiful. It is a real trick to capture the art with such an amazing backdrop
Where do you find inspiration?I draw inspiration from the sacred beauty of New Mexico’s landscapes, birds, and skies, where science, faith, and nature meet in quiet moments of wonder.
What would you do with $25,000?Though I would never give up my handy Nikon D850 it is getting quite old and the F mount isn't made anymore. I would buy a Nikon Z8 along with lenses to ensure I can keep up my photography for the next decade.
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