NANPA Presentation on Social Media

Who's using Social Media in the nature photo community?

Video shot and edited on the fly last night in McAllen, TX.

Showed this to open my presentation. Here's some instant feedback from 4 folks...

"Wasn't sure anybody could convince me to do social media as part of my business, but you did!"

"Motivating! I'm going to try it... 65 and still willing to experiment."

"TREMENDOUS PASSION--CUP IS ALWAYS FULL"

"Don't Stop!"

Thanks NANPA for the opportunity to share the passion for Adventure and Light. Fun times.

Sike! More winter in GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS

You just thought spring had come. Winter will have the last laugh. I was honored to be in the higher elevations of the Smokies this morning when an unexpected snow began to fall. Nearly six inches accumulated as the morning continued. The rivers were full and wild. The pine branches hung heavy with white. After my sunny Smokies day 36 hours ago shooting emerging jonquils, this weather was quite a shock. You just never know what nature will bring. Enjoy!

Spring is coming!

Taken this morning in Cades Cove. Join us for Spring Workshop in April!

About.Me - New free bio page

Gorgeous layout to display photo and bio with social media links HERE.
Great for SEO!

Living for a Living: Paul Hassell's Light Business

My gifting, as I understand it. An article I wrote for the blog of author Austin L. Church.

WILD-erness!

Take it all in! Welcome the storm. Climb a tree, and feel the wind in your hands.

Get Creative this Winter!

A short article I wrote for the blog of the NANPA Summit in McAllen, TX. I'll speak at the conference on March 11, 2011. See some of you there.
Read the article; then get outside!

Elements of Art

Line-Value-Space-Shape-Texture-Value-Color-Form (http://bit.ly/abBgvx). Take a minute and see how these elements are at work in your photographic art.

Teton Valley at Sunrise

First light exploded in my periphery as I kicked crunchy-snow steps up 12,300ft Teewinot Mtn in the dark. I anchored my camera against the wall of rock with my body and made this image. Enjoy! - Grand Teton National Park.

This image is a new release!

Audio is Key!

The future of Ethiopia is looking up!

I hope you enjoy one of my most enriching projects in 2010 that I shot for the Tigrai Development Association. Peace and Salem!

Never Stop Exploring!

Get psyched for 2011. Wahoo!

2011, here we come!

Six encouraging hours of dreaming with those who love me resulted in this. Lovers of Light, get psyched for what's coming your way in the months and years ahead. A special thanks to Daniel Allen for all his wisdom in the process.

Dominican Republic - deep water soloing

Climbing some super sweet cliffs here in the DR! (photo by Scott Steele)

Dominican Republic - Bienvenidos!

Sunset over Santo Domingo.

Spiritual Field Guide - PILGRIM WALK

Here's a sneak peak into the book my mother Susanne and I have been working on for a couple years. Stay tuned for info on pre-ordering. First books to arrive in December (in time for Christmas)!

How sharp is Canon's 85mm f/1.2L II USM lens?

My accidental self portrait in the eye of this Ethiopian girl should sufficiently answer the question. (click image for larger view)

Hawaii: Lava and Sea

Possibly the heaviest event I've ever witnessed in nature. It will be awhile before I have words to describe the magnitude of what occurred last night. (exposures: 0.05-1.0 sec @f/4-f/9, ISO 250-800)

Hawaii: Black Sand Beach

Woke this morning to a sunrise over graphite-black sand. Black sand beaches are a unique geological occurrence along the Big Island's volcanic southern coast. Looking closer into the surf, I noticed several flippers and heads bobbing beneath the whitewash. A few moments later, I threw on the snorkel mask, and I was out swimming among a dozen endangered green sea turtles.

Hawaii: Trek to the Wettest Place on Earth

Sunrise near the top of the "wettest place on earth." We trekked all the way up to the summit ridge in the dark using headlamps and some sketchy ropes. The view over distant mountain ranges was stunning. On the way down, I ate an entire rainforest full of grape-apples for sustenance. So sweet!