Staring up at the night sky, I think: just here floating through space on a spinning rock, casually identifying stars as if that is a normal Tuesday activity. And then I imagine sailors doing something similar, except with far more at stake.

I’m fascinated by how neuroscience shows that we all experience a different version of reality, shaped by our brains, memories, and emotions. This blog explores how that idea lives inside my photography, and why it feels so cool when two brains link up and perceive an image in similar ways.

On a thru-hike along the Jordan Trail, I found myself embracing the role of the straggler. Journeying from Dana to Petra, the stunning landscapes and a solitary tree against the desert reminded me that sometimes the best moments are found when you take the time to slow down and look back.