Ray McMullen Fine Art Photography

     The definition of a path is “a route to a destination”.       As a landscape photographer, I follow paths on a regular basis. No two paths are a like. Some times they are bright, sunny, and warm; then the next minute they are dark, wet, and cold. I never leave my path no matter how awkward it might be. I meet each obstacle with great anticipation.       "This is not a dress rehearsal this is your life." I often think about my path in life, and the similarities  of  the paths that I walk on a daily basis. Find your path and have the strength to make it yours. You never know what might be waiting for you.

     As I began my photographic adventure, I forgot to spend time learning something very important... my camera. It was the one thing I thought I knew. My pictures were good, but they just were great. Todays DSLR cameras are high tech pieces of equipment that can do amazing things, only if you know how to properly operate the functions.            I’ve had my camera for almost 2 years, a Nikon D3. I have to admit and with some embarrassment, I haven’t learned every function this camera has to offer.  Most of my photos are landscape shots, taken in that golden hour as the sun in coming up or going down. I bought this camera specifically for it’s speed and ability to take photos in lower light conditions.  Taken before learning about white balance.      About 6 moths ago I decided to spend at least 1 hour a week reading and learning about my camera. I have to say my photos are much better, and now I don't feel like there is a shot out there I can't capture.  Taken afte

     In the beginning, I wanted to find my own photographic style. I looked at thousands of photos, books, magazines, and videos in an effort to do this. There were a few Photographers that really influenced my passion for photography— 1.      Joe McNally  ... Joe taught me the importance of using the right light.  2.     Trey Ratcliff  ... Trey introduced me to the wonderful world of HDR. 3.     Peter Lik  ... Peter taught me how important it is to see the big picture.      While studying these photographers and their work, I took a little inspiration from each in an effort to  develop  “my style”. Years have passed, and now I believe you never stop developing your style. For me it is a work in progress. However, during my search I did find a love for landscape photography that I carry to this day.