Momento Mori Photography

Momento Mori Photography Western North Carolina-based landscape & travel photographer. Available for commission/custom work. Prints available below and at the Marquee in Asheville.

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Today is my birthday. According to social convention, I am now 'over the hill.'Here's how I'm reframing that sentiment.....
09/01/2026

Today is my birthday.

According to social convention, I am now 'over the hill.'

Here's how I'm reframing that sentiment...

I've climbed many hills, both literally and figuratively. More than a few have led to incredible views. Some have provided tremendous growth. Several have brought me transformative relationships.

I have many more to go.

Life experience isn't something I'd trade anything for. As I enter my next decade, what I feel most is grateful. Grateful for good health. Grateful for a supportive family and two amazing daughters. Grateful for creative work that fills me up and provides me with the flexibility to travel and spend lots of time outside. Grateful for the wonderful friends I've made along the way. And of course, grateful for this inspiring planet and every chance I have to explore it.

Thank you for being part of my journey.

Boats | Italy—-
06/03/2026

Boats | Italy

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The Blue Ridge Mountains are in bloom from the Parkway to the AT and beyond, which means summer is right around the corn...
06/01/2026

The Blue Ridge Mountains are in bloom from the Parkway to the AT and beyond, which means summer is right around the corner here in WNC.

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Something I've been wanting to do for a while finally happened: my website got a proper refresh. 💫New work, better organ...
05/28/2026

Something I've been wanting to do for a while finally happened: my website got a proper refresh. 💫

New work, better organization, and just a more accurate picture of where my photography (and commercial services!) are right now.

To celebrate, I'm running a print sale through Monday, June 1st. Use code VKHWF at checkout to save 20% on all prints and wall art — framed, canvas, metal, whatever calls to you.

I'm really proud of how this site came together, and I'd love for you to take a look even if you're just browsing. There's a lot of new work in there from the past year — WNC landscapes, of course, plus travel, hospitality, and more. I'd be remiss if I didn't give a huge shout-out to for his invaluable insights and feedback.

Take a peek. Buy some art.

www.momentomoriphotography.com

Sale ends Monday. 🫶🏻

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Sun-soaked memories of the Cinque Terre via the seriously fun Fujifilm X100VI. Incredibly small and lightweight, yet the...
05/24/2026

Sun-soaked memories of the Cinque Terre via the seriously fun Fujifilm X100VI. Incredibly small and lightweight, yet the sharpness and creative versatility were fantastic.

Catching this sunset in Manarola at the end of a long day, having visited all five villages, even though it meant yet another uphill walk among the crowds and cobblestones, was one of the highlights of our trip for me. The pinky-peach light illuminating the colorful stacked houses is even more breathtaking in person.

05/24/2026

Searching for La Dolce Vita in the Italian Riviera.

Sunrise over the harbor in Santa Margherita Ligure, a coastal walk to luxurious Portofino, feet in the waves, a rowboat rocking at dusk. The streets here are almost unreasonably colorful — even the Vespas are coordinated.

Italy has a way of making slowness feel like the obvious choice. It's a destination worth savoring.

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Editing these images from my recent trip to Cumberland Island, I realized something. The stark beauty of an empty beach ...
05/19/2026

Editing these images from my recent trip to Cumberland Island, I realized something. The stark beauty of an empty beach is not unlike the winter landscapes I so adore… even the restrained color palette is similar.

For me this is one of the continuous gifts of spending time in nature - discovering the repeated patterns, finding joy in the seeing.

05/15/2026

You may know St Marys as the jumping-off point for Cumberland Island.... But the town itself is genuinely wonderful — a welcoming waterfront, great food, and some of the best access to coastal wildlife in Georgia.

Here's how I spent two days there:

Day 1 started at , where the salt marsh trails wind through Spanish moss-draped oaks, and the light on the water stops you in your tracks. If you're lucky, you'll encounter a gopher tortoise wandering the paths like they own the place. (They do.)

From there, I wandered the St Marys waterfront — a riverside walkway worth the stroll, with a lovely courtyard fountain.

That evening, dinner at , which delivers exactly what a good taco cantina should: bold flavors, a lively patio, and zero regrets. I finished the day watching the sun go down over the marsh—classic lowcountry beauty.

Day 2 began at — a nautical-themed gem right on the waterfront that opened in 2024 and already feels like it's been there forever. Try the avocado toast!

Then the ferry to Cumberland Island. Wild horses moving through the dunes. Beaches so wide and empty they feel like a secret. Live oaks heavy with moss, ruins half-swallowed by vines — it's like stepping into a gothic novel someone left unfinished, and I mean that as the highest compliment.

Tip: Rent a bike from Camden Bicycle Center so you can maximize your time on the island!

I wrapped up the trip with sunset and fresh seafood at Locals DockSide, right on the St Marys River. Their private dock offers one of the best sunset views in town.

Have you been to St Marys or Cumberland Island?? LMK in the comments!

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Sailboats in Aker Brygge. I love the quiet minimalism of this image. The stillness. It reminds me that there is beauty e...
05/01/2026

Sailboats in Aker Brygge.

I love the quiet minimalism of this image. The stillness. It reminds me that there is beauty everywhere—when you take the time to look.

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