Twenty-five years ago I was offered a residency at Ballycastle.  It was a wonderful opportunity to explore a coastal area of Ireland.  I am always fascinated by water and the unexpected moments encountered involving water.  “Cloudscape, Ceide Fields, County Mayo, Ireland” is an example of one of those moments.  Here in Texas I am frequently working along the Texas Gulf Coast or along Cypress Creek in the Texas hill country.  I am currently working on images made at Eagle Nest Lake in New Mexico, a place I have worked for years experiencing the unexpected.  Those moments are so special.  Light and shadow in the land is remarkable to experience and share.                       - David Gibson