Decorative paint strokes with faint image of man writing at a desk

Ryan Johnson

digital work / analog life

  • Jul 4, 2023

    The most compelling, timely, and terrifying book I’ve read in a long time

    Released during Canada’s record setting 2023 wildfire season, John Vaillant’s book about a 2016 Canada wildfire—and the many combustive factors that led to it—is among the most compelling books I’ve read in a long time.

  • Apr 28, 2023

    The unmistakable smell of spring

    There’s one sweet, inimitable smell that annually transports me 30 years back in time to a small Montana town.

  • Mar 31, 2023

    Favorite gear: Danner Mountain 600

    The Danner Mountain 600 has been my favorite boot for many years. Danner just made it even better, with a version that can be repaired.

  • Mar 4, 2023

    Favorite gear: Swedish goggles

    I’ve been wearing “Swedish goggles” for swimming since I was in middle school (many years ago). Most people who see them don’t get it, which is fair. But they’re a win for simplicity and minimalism.

  • Feb 11, 2023

    My first shots with the Pentax 6𝗑7

    I finally received from the lab my first medium format images from my Pentax 6𝗑7

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