Russell J Hart - Shot from the Hart photography

Photography – San Diego

I was born in a small town in Pennsylvania; the kind of small town where life was very simple. We had one television and one phone; we played outside and never worried about strangers. I still believe in these traditional family values: common courtesy, being respectful to your elders, smiling as you see someone crossing the street. My early experiences influenced me strongly when I came to San Diego and found (to my delight) a place where community really meant something. Aesthetic beauty was everywhere I looked from the ocean to the mountains; my senses soaked up this perfect environment and I knew San Diego would become my home. While I was no stranger to photography, it wasn\'t until I moved here and was surrounded by the rich landscapes that I realized how inspired I was to share these moments of breathtaking beauty. I started taking photos regularly, and through the encouragement of my family and friends, started selling prints. Years later, I\'ve taken thousands of photos in San Diego alone. Photography takes me to another place. When I\'m out in the environment, looking through my lens, I feel at one with nature and the world. I\'m at peace. It makes me recognize how everything is in fact connected; you, me, the earth, the oceans, the air, everything. If I can share that, or even make someone smile by looking at one of my photos... that\'s all I ever need. I am forever thankful...