RnR Wanderings is my photography studio in Cleburne, Texas. My passion is nature and wildlife, and I hope that my work inspires others to develop respect and compassion for our beautiful natural world.
I always loved the outdoors, animals, writing, and art. I grew up in a ghost town in Texas taking pictures of anything and everything. When I got older, however, school and building my career took precedence, and I rarely let my wild child out to wander. Eventually, an injury derailed my regular physical training and routine which was how I managed anxiety and panic disorder. I discovered that my hiking boots provided enough structure to keep me moving, and just like that, I was outside again. I realized how much I missed being in the woods and exploring absolutely everything big and small. I lose all sense of time among the trees, and I love exploring the different regions of Texas and the history of ghost towns. I rediscovered art and photography, and with the help and encouragement of a close friend, I learned to use a "real" camera and the rule of thirds. I spent more and more time learning as a photographer which allowed me to spend a lot of time with my husband and share my love of the outdoors with him. When we started the studio, it was Rachel and Richard wandering around, hence the name RnR Wanderings.
Today, I'm so grateful for that injury, for the people in my life, and for the gift of the wild. As a Christian, I see the wild as a gift to us, and I understand my God better through His artwork and creation. I love sharing that with others. In a way, it is my ministry, and it's okay if someone's interpretation differs. I still want to share the beautiful things I see in my amazing home state with anyone who is interested. Sadly, many people do not respect our wild spaces and natural world and contribute to its harm. I hope that showing others the value and beauty of our wild spaces will at least reduce harmful behaviors and at best teach others to truly cherish the wild, because when people love something, they will fight for it.
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