Andrew Wyatt

Andrew Wyatt considers himself lucky to be alive today, due to the fact he almost died at childbirth. The umbilical cord got wrapped around his neck and cut off the oxygen supply to his brain. Since day one, every new day has been a gift to his life. Despite having mild physical disabilities due to cerebral palsy and an understandable hesitation to wear necklaces, Andrew has plunged headlong into the miraculous journey called life. Once thought, by several doctors, that he would never even learn to walk, Andrew has climbed and skied mountains. Further, he has learned to help others with disabilities as special education teacher. After briefly pursuing a career as a Southern Baptist preacher, Andrew found his passion and talent for photojournalism as well as quite a colorful wardrobe. His work has appeared in national publications including the L.A. Times, USA Today and the San Francisco Chronicle. He prefers to document the colorful world of music festivals and Burning Man in a red sequin Santa suit. The suit makes people happy and that makes Andrew happy. Catch up with Andrew on his website, facebook and flickr.