Artist Biography
My interest in photography began in Japan, where I grew up and graduated from high school. Shortly afterwards, I earned a Certificate in photography at the New York Institute of Photography. Travel photography was an early interest since by the age of 19, I had the good fortune to have traveled around the world twice, visiting numerous countries. I earned my BA in philosophy, my MTS in historical theology, and PhD in philosophy. I have lived in Germany numerous times, including a year-long post-doctorate and a sabbatical studying classical guitar. In the early 90s I established the Franklin Classical Guitar Quartet, performing throughout central Indiana. I participated in a Santa Fe Workshop in July, 2003, and have received honors in a number of juried regional and on-line art competitions. A second sabbatical provided the opportunity to teach at the American University - Central Asia, in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Most of my teaching career has been at Franklin College in philosophy, religion, and humanities courses. These academic and personal passions have influenced much of my more recent photography.
Photos by Dr. David H. Chandler