Every now and again I find my surroundings too beautiful and just have to snap a picture. These images were captured in Nebraska, Iowa and Colorado. The first row of photographs were taken for my Photography and Cultural Change class. We were given assignments and provided complete creative freedom on execution. My pictures may appear a little more abstract then traditional photography. When given a word, feeling or scenario, I try to encompass the true essence of the subject. I really like to make the viewer feel that essence. The project topics given were based on religion, animal cruelty, animal shelters, and nature. The second row of photographs are pictures captured over the past year in my college travels. I hope you enjoy this preview into my creative eye.