Ryan Longnecker

02/07/2026

01/28/2026

Just returned from a 4 day stay at and I was reminded how much I enjoy the central coast weather’s quick-changing variety. I was able to wake up to completely socked in fog out on my patio (which I love), then grab a coffee and watch it as it burns off and the warmth of the sun turns the entire sky peach gold (also love), then throughout the day breaks up into pure blue backdrop with cirrocumulus clouds (so good). Staying at Sirena was also the slow paced, quiet, retreat style that I have come to appreciate far more than something with endless amenities. It’s a property with just a handful of rooms, but spared no expense on the important aspects of comfort. I am thrilled to work with them for the next year. Their Santorini-inspired property served as a perfect subject to focus many of these shots on.

Also, shout out to for developing the filters on my new Mavic 4 Pro. Not getting paid to say that, they are just awesome. As the moisture settled in the day, the way a polarized filter cuts the light so you get the fullness of the green and blue makes so much difference in my photography.

01/17/2026

If we saw the hells some people have walked through I’m convinced we’d all be huggers.

01/09/2026

“I too at times am filled with so much fear, so much fear, but like a hallway must find the strength to walk through it.
Walk through this with me.
Through this church of blood, bone, and muscle, that is ours
There is a door k**b glowing like chance before you.
Grab it, turn and pull, step through, back straight, chin up, eyes open, hearts loud.“
-Come Closer, Anis Mojgani

01/07/2026

Today I turn in my badge.

Over the last 4 months I’ve been in training for chaplaincy work. I feel grateful to have this experience learning better ways to use my silence and my words. I love being with people. What an amazing reminder that every person is like some others, all others, and no other.