Transformational Photography with Art Durand

I really didn’t know exactly what to expect when I arranged the first session; but as soon as we started, I realized this was no ordinary photography session!

Art is a genius at getting people to feel comfortable in his presence. I was astonished at how easily he got me to show, show off and then remove the masks that I routinely wear as I move through my world. I found myself experiencing and expressing my feelings and emotions as we got to know each other. I came to trust that I could talk to him about anything and everything important in my life. It was a day of significant conversations, of life, of love, of family, friends, the women in our lives and what we have learned from them. The experience was remarkable and the pictures serve as a reminder of who I am, and where I am heading in my journey. I came to see that like all else in this world, I am exactly who and what I should be at this point in my life. I am grateful to have met and befriended this amazing fellow life explorer. I deeply admire and appreciate his creative genius!  

~Jim Atkinson

Jim Atkinson