Biography of Gary D. Tonhouse
Fine Art Nature Photographer

Driven by a life-long love and respect for our natural world, Gary Tonhouse has been photographing fascinating images of landscapes, flowers, and wildlife for over 28 years. His fine art photography collection captures the simplest, most everyday subjects and transforms them into elegant, breathtaking images. Gary’s unique perspective and gifted photographer’s eye produce photographic portraits that are often compared to paintings.

Gary has also been teaching nature photography workshops for over 15 years to people from all walks of life. He enjoys sharing the experience of being in nature with others by teaching them how to create their own photographic images of the natural environment. In addition, Gary has a highly recognized nature photography website, Reflective Images, in which he displays his photographic work and other educational information on preserving our natural ecosystem.

"I’m irresistibly drawn to reveal the essence of all elements within nature. The simple splendor of a single droplet touching a fragile petal on a wildflower captivates me. Capturing the deep-creased "worry" lines covering the brow of a lioness or catching the wise, grizzled countenance on the face of a snow monkey are the kinds of images I seek to create. Building a bridge between nature and people is my goal; creating images to help make that connection is my passion."

"Dedicated to helping create an appreciation ... awareness and concern for
  our environment through the power of photography and education"

REMEMBER:  
The goods of the earth are gifts from God. We have a responsibility to care
for these goods as stewards and trustees, not as mere consumers and users

Reflective Images
613 S.E. 6th Street
Ankeny, Iowa 50021
Phone: (515) 964-7815