The name 'Summit to sand' represents more than the focus of my photography on landscapes and the natural environment. It represents my love for the mountains and the ocean as well as My passionate interests in the pathways that form connections through all of the beautiful ecosystems that fill our world. As an oceanographer and biogeochemist I am fascinated by carbon cycle and the physical and biological processes that are important to regulating climate and the health of our environment. My photography reflects my awe for the natural beauty that surrounds us with the hope of inspiring conservation and stewardship of our precious natural resources. As a husband and father, I strive to limit my carbon footprint and protect vulnerable ecosystems for my daughter and generations to come. I hope my images invoke a sense of joy and amazement, thought and reflection on our natural world.