Isle of harris
I spent April and May of 2008 on the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland photographing the people, culture and landscape of the island. This island has captivated me since my first visit in the year 2000. The landscape is extremely diverse, ranging from some of the most beautiful beaches you will see anywhere on the west coast, to the lunar-like terrain of the east coast. While the landscape is intriguing, the heart and soul of the island are the individuals that inhabit this land. They are a proud people who value tradition and community. Island life presents many challenges in this day and age. It is becoming more and more difficult for young adults to stay on the island and make a decent living. This is rapidly shifting the demographic make-up of the island from the traditional family based community to retirement and vacation home communities. It is my goal to capture a bit of the character and charm of this place before it changes completely.
