Living in Eutierria......Healing the ruinous divide between people and the environment.

Nestled along the rugged California coastline, Laguna Beach's Marine Protected Area is a photographer's paradise and for me, this enchanting coastal town is my home, my sanctuary, and my canvas. It offers something truly special – a profound connection with nature that transcends my lens.

As I step onto the sun-kissed and rocky intertidal zone with my camera in hand, I am instantly enveloped by a sense of Eutierria, a term that encapsulates the feeling of being at one with the Earth. With each click of my camera, I am capturing not just awe-inspiring underwater scenes, but also the very essence of a thriving marine ecosystem that flourishes under the watchful eye of Laguna’s conservation efforts. It's not only a physical sensation, as the salt water ripples across my skin, but it's also an emotional one – an overwhelming gratitude for the privilege of documenting this pristine, protected world.

The marine life here, from playful sea lions to majestic kelp forests, is a testament to the power of preservation and I can't help but feel a profound responsibility to share this beauty with the world. A journey through the Laguna Beach Marine Protected Area isn't just about capturing stunning photographs; it's about inspiring others to appreciate and protect these natural wonders. Eutierria, with its blend of exhilaration and tranquility flows through me as I explore our untouched Eden, reminding me that through photography, we can both celebrate the Earth's magnificence and advocate for its safeguarding. This is a voyage of love, connection, and a deep-seated desire to ensure that the Laguna Beach Marine Protected Area remains an oasis of life, now and for generations to come.

Through the vivid colors and serene compositions of my underwater photographs, viewers are transported to the shallow depths of the ocean, where they can feel a deep sense of Eutierria and an intimate connection with marine life.

The unique perspectives and storytelling elements in my underwater images will transport viewers into the heart of underwater ecosystems, sparking a cosmic connection with nature and a euphoric sense of Eutierria, without ever leaving the gallery.

I invite all of you who view my underwater images to connect with our natural elements and to ultimately feel what Eutierria has to offer. How Eutierria gives us the true sense that we depend on nature and nature depends on humanity to keep our world in balance and alive for our future.

Jimmy Buffet sings….

When this world starts a-reelin'
From that pressure drop feelin'
We're just treading water each day
There's a way to feel better
Be well set to weather
The storms 'til the sun shines again
When your compass is spinnin'
And you're lost on the way
Like a leaf in the wind, friend
Hear me when I say

BUBBLES UP!