About David Mortenson
I'm David Mortenson. I've traveled widely in my business and frequently photo-documented various business projects. I have been fortunate in being able to photograph nature, culture, interesting architecture and the like while abroad in Europe and Asia and across the Americas. As you'll see in looking at Another Good Reason, nature is my favorite subject, be it flowers, bees, birds, spiders, snakes, or bears. I'm also fascinated by patterns, man-made or natural, and doors. You will see all of these subjects in these photo-cartoons, as well as interesting and beautiful architecture and landscapes. While beautiful is also interesting, some interesting things may not always be beautiful, while still being photo-worthy.
The basic concept for Another Good Reason is a photograph--beautiful and/or interesting--with a short, 2 or 3 line story with quirky humor not unlike Gary Larsen's "The Far Side". Often the flower, bird, or other subject of the photo will have a funny story to tell or a problem to solve. The goal is to entertain without negatively targeting any ethnic group, religion, political party, or nationality. Public figures, however, are fair game. Lady GaGa, Al Gore, or anyone in the headlines has or will have a story about them.
There's a wide variety of excellent photography equipment out there, but I've been a Nikon photographer for years because of their sharp, crisp lenses and "bulletproof" gear.
When Gabby asked the paint and body shop guy why her paint job looked so funny, he claimed Al Gore said it was fish trying to evolve and take over the world to stop global warming . . .
Eddy liked the light pole for scouting meals, but wished others would be a little more considerate in personal hygiene. Looking too close could spoil one’s appetite . . .
The girls had to contact the human rights commission; the black and white prison uniform was bad enough, but having to stand in cold water on one leg was too much . . .
No matter how good the day, Kevin couldn’t wait for the Texas Gulf Coast sunset–the colors were never the same, always a surprise . . ..
As Kiko looked at the picture of him and the fish he caught, he began to wonder who was the hunter . . .?”
When accused of being a “Social Butterfly,” Gina said “No, I’m no socialist, I’m a Libertarian . . .”
