HEALING POWERS

During the late 16th century, physicians began affirming the healing powers of the ocean for everything from heatstroke to melancholy. Over the past six months, I have been struggling with a mysterious and debilitating illness off and on and have put this prescription to use.

The beach has been my refuge helping to ease my pain. I trek to the shore where the crowds don’t go, past the outflow of access points along the coast. Sunbathing and soaking in the shore break has become a new ritual for me and my family. I honestly don’t know how I would make it through these days without my isolated ocean ritual.

At times I will make photographs to capture the feeling I am experiencing there. Probably one of my absolute favorite things to do is photograph in the ocean. But, the most invigorating practice for me is simply being present in the sun and waves. Sometimes I find when I put my camera down to play and be in the moment, I gain a new perspective that influences the way I make new work, interact with others, and see my future.