“Photography captures a moment of light, but the image reveals moments of the past.”
At 13 years old I won my first photographic award. It was of a Scottish Highland cow standing in the ruins of a cottage. Some 20 years later I was able to apply that vision. Now I travel as often as I can with my camera. Prior to any trip I learn as much as possible about the past and present of areas that I explore. As many before me, I want to capture a bit of the past mixed with the present. Continually my eyes and camera are drawn to the beautiful marks that we have left behind. My main subject matter centers on architecture and its character. Places that humans have created with their hands carry their spirits. With my camera I search for them.

I have spent the past 7 years learning the craft of hand printing black and white images in the darkroom. Each image is given individual attention to bring out its unique qualities. It gives me so much pleasure to watch the photo reveal itself under the red light.

I would love to hear feedback, comments, travel stories and photography questions. I can be reached at 916-451-3437 or slnikel@surewest.net.