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Capturing a Personality in 100 Frames: The “Snake Guy”

Ever since I began photographing the Pentecostal serpent-handling tradition about two years ago, I have been especially curious about snakes. How do the many varieties differ from each other in temperament? What are some of the issues that these reptiles face in contemporary Appalachia, where it is often illegal to… Continue reading.

Ohio Motorcycle Ministry (In Progress)

Ohio Motorcycle Ministry (In Progress)

In Central Ohio, groups of Christian motorcyclists are using their bikes to spread the gospel and encourage the local community – especially fellow bikers – to attend church. Founded in 2010, the non-denominational Rushing Wind Biker Church of Zanesville serves as a hangout and place of worship for members of… Continue reading.

Asatru Yule Among the Arizona Cacti

Asatru Yule Among the Arizona Cacti

Winter semester is now in full swing here at OU, but I wanted to take a moment to share some more of the work I did over winter break. During my road trip from Ohio to Southern California, I stopped at Roosevelt Lake in south-central Arizona’s Tonto Forest, where I… Continue reading.