My First Lead, 1967

Dec 8, 2022 | Other

Bio John in Antarctica They say a photo is worth 1,000 words. My life of art and adventure has been, and still is, a wild ride. In both fields, memorable projects and great relationships have developed over the years. Alaska is home and the outer fringes of human habitation, my palette. The photos below are “moments” in time, from a young artist and rock climber in California to high mountain survivor and older artist in Alaska’s “Sweet Spot”, Haines. It all had to start somewhere! My dad MAY have let me climb the great pyramid, but mammy said no way! Mountain Guide Lee Harrell was my mentor. He stressed safety first and could be ruthless if our minds strayed from the fact, death, or worse, could come because of a brainless move. I am alive today because of his patience, which I’ve since learned, is essential when guiding.

Mountain Guide Lee Harrell was my mentor. He stressed safety first and could be ruthless if our minds strayed from the fact, death, or worse, could come because of a brainless move. I am alive today because of his patience, which I’ve since learned, is essential when guiding.