John Birchard

“I have lived and worked on the Mendocino Coast for over 35 years.  For the past 20 years I have been a full time professional photographer.  I have written and photographed how-to books, produced videos, and authored numerous magazine articles.  I’ve also worked with many commercial clients, non profits and conservation groups.

Though I enjoy all kinds of photography, I still consider fine art landscape photography to be my art form. I love being outdoors and chasing interesting light in all kinds of weather. Since I am lucky enough to live by the dramatic North Pacific Ocean, many of my images are seascapes. I am also often inspired by our majestic redwood forests and I love astrophotography. My goal is always to be in the right place at the right time with the right equipment, knowledge and experience to capture an evocative image.

But that’s just part of the work. Making a beautiful print, even from a well photographed image also takes a thorough understanding of how to manipulate, print and display the captured image.