Photographic Art, Travel and Nostalgia

  • Photographing  at the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) – Capturing the Beauty

    Photographing at the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) – Capturing the Beauty

    If you’re looking for interesting places to visit in downtown Seattle with a camera, the Seattle Art Museum (SAM) is a spot worth checking out. Located near Pike Place Market, SAM has been a cornerstone of Seattle’s art and culture since 1933. An easy to spot landmark, the “Hammering Man” steel sculpture, sits out front… continue reading...

  • Wild UP Michigan Adventure: Crisp Point Lighthouse the Hard Way

    Wild UP Michigan Adventure: Crisp Point Lighthouse the Hard Way

    April | 2024 I set out that day with a simple plan: photograph as many south shore Lake Superior lighthouses as possible en route from Ashland to Sault Ste. Marie. Of the potential locations, Crisp Point was the one I was most excited to see. Described as remote and somewhat challenging to reach, time permitting,… continue reading...

  • Halloween Artwork: Hauntingly Memorable Photography

    Halloween Artwork: Hauntingly Memorable Photography

    Images and Text by Mark Jordan Halloween is the best! For me, it has marked the start of a more relaxed time of year, filled with fun get-togethers with family and friends. “Spirits” are lifted, and most look forward to spending time together. The great thing about Halloween is that it doesn’t require any gifts… continue reading...

  • Autumn Colors Palette: The Japanese Garden

    Autumn Colors Palette: The Japanese Garden

    Image and Text by Mark Jordan As I look forward to photographing each autumn, Japanese gardens are at the top of my list as they showcase a concentrated array of vibrant colors — maples illuminate in fiery reds, ginkgo trees brilliant tones of gold against an ever-fading green backdrop. The rustling of fallen leaves and… continue reading...