Acknowledgements
Photographers
• Susan Seubert, photographer extraordinaire. As the National Geographic photographer on a trip to the wilds of the Sea of Cortez, she, more than anyone else, convinced me that I might have an eye for imaging. I was fortunate subsequently to be shipmates with her to Antarctica. Her art, her work ethic, professionalism, enthusiasm and accessibility are inspiring. (www.sseubert.com)
• Ralph Lee Hopkins, photographer and Director of Expedition Photography for Lindblad Expeditions. Ralph was also instrumental in my evolution as a photographer during an expedition to Baja. Down to earth, manic, fun and always leaning on the trigger, it's hard not to like and learn something from Ralph. (www.ralphleehopkins.com)
• Dwayne Leonard, photographer and cowboy. Dwayne is the reason I'm a Nikon shooter and his success as photographer after a career in Law Enforcement and as a wrangler is a great inspiration to me. His work from the saddle, which I cannot even come close to duplicating, is a continuing source of amazement. (www.ranchmemories.com)
• Mendocino Coast photographers Paul Kozal, whose gallery in Gualala knocks me sideways everytime I'm in there (https://www.paulkozal.com) and Bill Apton, the pro of pros, whose eye catching work is everywhere on the North Coast and rightly so. Besides, he makes me laugh. (https://www.aptonphoto.com)
The people of Point Arena, CA
• Merita Whatley, former store manager at Point Arena Lighthouse, who gave my work a chance, Elyse Bailey, the current manager and helpful supporter and Mark Hancock, the Lighthouse Association Director, who has helped me with access and placed my work in the Keeper's cabins onsite.
• Tim Lum and Barbara Burkey of the late great 215 Main for their support and the opportunity to show at their restaurant.
• Paul Andersen, the admin at the city of Point Arena, who is ever helpful in all things involving the city.
• Laura Cover, owner of the Wildflower Motel and president of the merchants association, who is a truly nice person and a font of information about everything commercial in Point Arena. (www.wildflowermotel.com)
• Ling-Yen Jones, manager of Coast Highway Art Collective, metallurgical craftswoman and owner of Solano Press, who was an early supporter of my work and was the organizer of my August 2019 exhibition. In a town full of very busy women, she is surely the busiest. Her metal work is awesome. (ling-yendesigns.com)
• Lauren Sinnott, the Artgoddess and painter of murals, who is my hostess at her AirBnB, Angelwing, frequent dinner companion and friend.
• Adrian Sinnott, Lauren's awesome son and my co-host at Angelwing, who is a fellow computer dweeb, smart guy, web consultant and occasional photographic assistant.
The Hunewills
Betsy, John, Jeff, Denise, Megan, Jan and the rest of their clan who run the one of the oldest (1862) and finest guest and cattle ranches in California on the edge of the Eastern Sierra. There is so much to shoot there, my camera never knows where to point. (www.hunewillranch.com)
Friends and Family
• Michelle Dillon, my long-time friend and overnight refuge in Napa after hours on the road.
• My friends of almost 50 years: Cliff Gold, John Rex and Thorn Hertwig who support my work and have often provided place to do it or a hand to help me and, oh, the miles we've traveled together.
• My family, all the Sewells, Websters, Pyziks and Forgys. You are my rock in this world.
• My wife June who is my love, my friend, my greatest supporter and more than occasional matter and framer. Without her I would not be possible.
• Susan Seubert, photographer extraordinaire. As the National Geographic photographer on a trip to the wilds of the Sea of Cortez, she, more than anyone else, convinced me that I might have an eye for imaging. I was fortunate subsequently to be shipmates with her to Antarctica. Her art, her work ethic, professionalism, enthusiasm and accessibility are inspiring. (www.sseubert.com)
• Ralph Lee Hopkins, photographer and Director of Expedition Photography for Lindblad Expeditions. Ralph was also instrumental in my evolution as a photographer during an expedition to Baja. Down to earth, manic, fun and always leaning on the trigger, it's hard not to like and learn something from Ralph. (www.ralphleehopkins.com)
• Dwayne Leonard, photographer and cowboy. Dwayne is the reason I'm a Nikon shooter and his success as photographer after a career in Law Enforcement and as a wrangler is a great inspiration to me. His work from the saddle, which I cannot even come close to duplicating, is a continuing source of amazement. (www.ranchmemories.com)
• Mendocino Coast photographers Paul Kozal, whose gallery in Gualala knocks me sideways everytime I'm in there (https://www.paulkozal.com) and Bill Apton, the pro of pros, whose eye catching work is everywhere on the North Coast and rightly so. Besides, he makes me laugh. (https://www.aptonphoto.com)
The people of Point Arena, CA
• Merita Whatley, former store manager at Point Arena Lighthouse, who gave my work a chance, Elyse Bailey, the current manager and helpful supporter and Mark Hancock, the Lighthouse Association Director, who has helped me with access and placed my work in the Keeper's cabins onsite.
• Tim Lum and Barbara Burkey of the late great 215 Main for their support and the opportunity to show at their restaurant.
• Paul Andersen, the admin at the city of Point Arena, who is ever helpful in all things involving the city.
• Laura Cover, owner of the Wildflower Motel and president of the merchants association, who is a truly nice person and a font of information about everything commercial in Point Arena. (www.wildflowermotel.com)
• Ling-Yen Jones, manager of Coast Highway Art Collective, metallurgical craftswoman and owner of Solano Press, who was an early supporter of my work and was the organizer of my August 2019 exhibition. In a town full of very busy women, she is surely the busiest. Her metal work is awesome. (ling-yendesigns.com)
• Lauren Sinnott, the Artgoddess and painter of murals, who is my hostess at her AirBnB, Angelwing, frequent dinner companion and friend.
• Adrian Sinnott, Lauren's awesome son and my co-host at Angelwing, who is a fellow computer dweeb, smart guy, web consultant and occasional photographic assistant.
The Hunewills
Betsy, John, Jeff, Denise, Megan, Jan and the rest of their clan who run the one of the oldest (1862) and finest guest and cattle ranches in California on the edge of the Eastern Sierra. There is so much to shoot there, my camera never knows where to point. (www.hunewillranch.com)
Friends and Family
• Michelle Dillon, my long-time friend and overnight refuge in Napa after hours on the road.
• My friends of almost 50 years: Cliff Gold, John Rex and Thorn Hertwig who support my work and have often provided place to do it or a hand to help me and, oh, the miles we've traveled together.
• My family, all the Sewells, Websters, Pyziks and Forgys. You are my rock in this world.
• My wife June who is my love, my friend, my greatest supporter and more than occasional matter and framer. Without her I would not be possible.
