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Putting one's head under the focusing cloth is a thrill. . . . To pivot the camera slowly around watching the image change on the ground glass is a revelation, one becomes a discoverer . . . and finally the complete idea is there. . .
— Edward Weston, 1930
Ross Magnuson
I am a Montana native who enjoys the beauty of the scenic landscapes of "The Treasure State". Born in Havre, Montana and raised on the High Line I have enjoyed the prairies and flat lands. I attended college in Glendive which offered me the opportunity to experience the badlands and wide open spaces of Eastern Montana. I now live in Billings where I get to enjoy all the landscapes, along with the mountains.
I have been a hobbyist photographer since 1977. I converted from traditional film to digital photography in 2003. This allowed me to have my "dark room" on my computer and enjoy more of the many artistic aspects of photography. My favorite shooting subjects are landscapes with western appeal. I refer to it as "wrangling the light".
I have been a member of the BCC for about 14 years and it has helped my photography immensely. Being around other photographers with experience of all levels and competing in club competition has been invaluable.
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