mission bay

beautif sunset on lonely tree in mission bay

There’s a tremendous power in using the least amount of information to get a point across. -Rick Rubin

I couldn’t agree more. Instead of forcing a shot, follow the light and take advantage of what’s happening right in front of you. Mission Bay Park in San Diego, California. If you’d like to purchase “The Magic Tree’ go here

Dancing Tide

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SCOTT PAPEK PRESENTS “DANCING TIDE”
“Dancing Tide” is a limited edition of only 300 gallery prints.
Returning to where I started my journey as a photographer was a cleanse for my mind and soul. Music, movies, authors, color, water, nature, light, chefs, presentation, design, friends and my family inspire me. The newest pricey camera and lens doesn’t inspire me.
Everyone is creative somehow, someway. All you have to do is find the right tool to get it out of you. Find out more here

Tetons Barn

Tetons

The goal was to capture this famous barn in the Tetons with a different perspective. The storm clouds along with the movement in the grass add the drama for me. The reason for this posting today was influenced by a blog post from a brilliant man, Seth Godin. Seth has helped me in so many ways even though he has no idea who I am. Here is his latest blog post.

Either, not both

Stand out or fit in. Not all the time, and never at the same time, but it’s always a choice.
Those that choose to fit in should expect to avoid criticism (and be ignored). Those that stand out should expect neither.

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kauai gold

Missing the sun and ocean today. This Image was taken in Kauai, Hawaii to long ago. I can still feel the warm breeze and soft sand in my toes.

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Celeste river

In the middle of dense tropical forest lies a hidden jewel of Costa Rica. It starts with a walk through the jungle at Tenorio Volcano National Park, in the northwestern Guanacaste province. Every step in this forest is more inviting than the last. During the rainy season, the smell of wet earth permeates the air, droplets of rain fall constantly, and the sounds of exotic birds accompany hikers. After about 15 minutes of walking in the jungle, a new sound becomes audible: Water is flowing and falling somewhere nearby, hinting at one of the park’s treasures. The main trail splits, and a path leads leftward to a steep descent down muddy steps made of sections of tree trunks. After an unexpected turn, the river finally makes an appearance with a surprising turquoise color. Local legend says that when God painted the sky, he washed his blue brushes in this river, and that is how its waters obtained their magnificent blue color. The scientific theory is chemical reactions of calcium carbonate and sulfur from the Volcano.

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Storm Upon

A nice little find off highway 6 west of Atlantic, Iowa. The pre-storm colors create a beautiful story here. Photgraphing in the midwest offers so much diversity with colors from seasons, storms and humidity.

 

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Artist Reception with Scott Papek

Come meet Scott and enjoy free food and beverages May 11th in downtown Omaha at the Hot Shops Art Center. Scott will also reveal 3 new limited edition prints.