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Photographers are visual artists. While a camera, like a pencil or painter's brush, can be usefully employed as a documentary tool, photography in itself is not a science. Like a drawing or painting it is a medium of visual expression. The question for visual artists is how clearly we can express our personal vision. The camera has long past the days when it was considered only a documentary device. It is now more than ever a tool for the artist to express himself. My wish is that I am able to express myself through the use of a camera.

At this time it is my desire to do portraits of the Earth, to capture the Earth's personality and true character. To experience these phenomena of nature, we must be attentive to the subject. Just as people only reveal themselves on special occasions for people they know and trust, so too, does the Earth save herself for those who respect her and are willing to make the sacrifice and journey off the beaten path. These revealings don't last long; one must be ready and skillful to capture these moments. The result is a photograph that captures the essence of the Earth that has rarely been seen before.

Unlike a painting, these photographs are of real subjects and real places that do actually exist. No manipulations or color enhancer filters were used. I hope these photographs will help you gain a better appreciation for nature and help you learn more about this planet called Earth.

Willie Holdman Biography

Willie Holdman is a native Utahan and started experiencing the wonders of nature at an early age by assisting his father, Floyd, on photography assignments for National Geographic throughout the country. He managed to slip out and photograph the rural areas of Utah while at Brigham Young University where he received his BFA degree with an emphasis in photography. His travels have included trips to base camp of Everest in Nepal, the Alaska Wilderness, European country sides and all throughout the United States. Willie resides at the base of majestic Mt. Timpanogos in Midway, Utah.

Willie’s work has been used in numerous publications throughout the country and is collected by many corporate and personal identities; some of which include Robert Redford, Senator Orin Hatch and Google, His work has also been featured in the magazine Outdoor Photographer. Recently his work has been used for an Olympic poster lithograph, with a figure skater superimposed in the landscape. Some of his other products are a calendar on Utah, posters, and screen savers for computers. He has held Photo workshops in his home state in Utah. Visit us online for a complete portfolio at www.willieholdman.com.