Hudson River

It’s been a while since I’ve posted, but life has been extremely busy, and there is much news to report. My ankle rehab is progressing week by week, with some days better than others, and I’m finally back to normal activity. It’s been a long 16 weeks, and I still have alot of strength and range of motion to regain, but I think I’m past the major hurdles, and improvement comes much faster now. Thanks again to all those who were there for me in the worst times, I’m extremely appreciative.
I’m heading to northern Vermont in two weeks for a weekend of winter shooting, and some moderate hiking. I love snow and the various ways it can transform a winter landscape, and I’ve missed it this year since we’ve only received less than an inch total in this area of New York so far. I’ll have a gallery online when I return…
In addition, I’ve been busy preparing for several art shows this summer, and a preliminary list is now available. I’ll have updates posted after each show with pictures and news on the event.
I’ve also purchased a new large format printer, a Canon imagePROGRAF iPF500, which now enables me to make 17×24 prints. I will have a preliminary report and review with my impressions and experiences as soon as I become comfortable with it’s operation.

I haven’t been very active here lately, but much has been going on personally. It’s hard to believe it’s been 8 weeks since I fractured my ankle, but I definitely see a bright light at the end of the tunnel. In fact, I’m blinded by it as each day brings me closer to normal physical activity. I’ve been in the gym the last two weeks slowly regaining my strength and flexibility, and I’ll be starting a formal rehab program in January. Hopefully I can get back on the trails soon, maybe even snowshoe before the winter is over. I’ve been single-minded in my determination to recover and get back to the outdoors, and I think this focus on a single goal has helped me recover faster and easier. Sure it’s been the most difficult 8 weeks I’ve ever endured physically, but seeing beyond the injury helped me avoid the pitfalls of depression, anxiety, and self-pity that often can drain your positive energy.

The glass was always half-full for me, and this was the single most important lesson I learned from this experience…no matter how hard or difficult a situation, perseverance, determination, and focus will always get you through. The difficulties of doing what I love to do, experience and capture beautiful images of the natural world, will be a piece of cake.

All spring and summer long I had scouted and photographed many local photogenic areas, and had made plans to return to these very same places in the fall and winter. Many times I like to photograph areas in all seasons to gain a perspective of how nature affects a landscape. Plus the colors of fall, and the winter snow always make for great images. Unfortunately, plans get changed, sometimes without any warning. (more…)