I have been a photographer since I was 10 years old. My first camera was a Russian Lubitel II, 6x7 twin reflex that I purchased with my own money from Gibson's Discount in Lawton Oklahoma. I have been through many cameras and formats since then. My entire life, one way or another, has been in the art and science of photography. I mostly work in natural environments and light. All over the world. I also own the famous Ries Tripod company in Bremerton, WA.