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is a fun , explosive , dynamic pursuit . Such adjectives could also describe your photographic work . Do you make a connection between the thrill of rafting and the energy you display in your work ?

CHC :

I

think

all

that

we

are

is

connected , from our inner feelings to

the experiences with people and events

in

the

outside

world .

I

think

it ' s

difficult to be creative if you wall off

different

parts

of yourself and

the

world .

JM : Agreed . One of the most striking things about your work is the intensity of your colors . But they are not a chaotic blend , but rather carefully matched and harmonious hues . And where there are bold contrasts ofcolor , they nonetheless seem very complimentary and voluptuous . To what do you attribute your love affair with color ?

CHC : I grew up near desert climates such as those of Southern Utah and the