Michael Malandra Photography - Elements of Nature
As most of you know I really enjoy posting on this site. Sometimes I can’t do it as frequently as I would like. Part of the pleasure comes from meeting with you individually or in the space called the internet.
Mike Malandra is one of those people and we made contact due to his interest in the Southwest and his desire to move the Mount Charleston area outside of Las Vegas.
I find that Mike is a photographer and with his permission he has allowed me to share a few of his photos and thoughts on nature.
Michaels Mission Statement:
As I get older I find myself turning to nature for my personal and spiritual growth. My relationship with the natural world is becoming a greater part of my everyday life. I find myself drawn to places of mystery where I can feel at peace with the power of the earth’s spirit.
Over the years I have learned to use my photography and painting to express my passion for nature. It is my mission to communicate the mysterious connection I feel when photographing and painting nature’s creations. I hope viewing my work gives you the same emotional response I feel when creating it.
Through my art work you will see the beauty of our world. As you view each photograph, I strive to show you this world through my eyes. Enjoy the photos, but I challenge you to do more. I challenge you to go out and experience the wonders of nature for yourself. You will find it is worth protecting, and it is worth preserving!
I have read Gary Zukav’s “Seat of the Soul” and I thought that this quote was quite appropriate based on what Michael has said.
“Our species has become arrogant. We behave as though the Earth were ours to do with as we please. We pollute its land, oceans and atmosphere to satisfy our needs without thinking of the needs of the other life forms that live upon the Earth, or the needs of the Earth. We believe that we are conscious and the Universe is not. We think and act as though our existence as living forces in the Universe will end with this lifetime, and that we are responsible neither to others nor to the Universe.”
Just something to think about, hope you enjoyed Mike’s photos!
