About Tim Maxwell - Photographer & Artist

Hi, I’m Tim — a Colorado landscape photographer (and recovering web designer), introverted YouTuber, and nerdy entrepreneur who’s just trying to figure it all out as I go.

This site is the home of my fine art landscape photography business — a place to share my favorite images from the road, offer museum-quality prints, and document the (sometimes bumpy) journey of building a creative business from scratch.

Photographer Tim Maxwell shooting photos in Kauai, Hawaii
Tim frames up some shots in Kauai, Hawaii

From Code to Cameras

For most of my adult life, I’ve worked in tech as a web designer.  Most recently, I've spent the last 10 years or so building themes for the Shopify platform, and helping others build online stores and brands. It’s something I still do, and honestly, it’s a big part of what gave me the skills and confidence to build this business and brand of my own.

I didn’t grow up dreaming of being a professional photographer. This all started with a totally different goal: launching a YouTube channel about cruise travel. I bought a Sony A7R V — which, in hindsight, was wildly overkill for what I needed — and started documenting my trips.

The channel (called Tim at Sea) has done okay — nothing groundbreaking or viral, but decent enough. I’ve come to learn that being an introverted, soft-spoken guy who’s not totally comfortable filming in public probably wasn’t the perfect recipe for vlogging success. That said, I stuck with it — and during those trips, I started getting more curious about still photography.

The Workshop That Changed Everything

Eventually, I realized I was booking shore excursions on these cruises not just to explore — but to photograph. Less “shopping in town,” more “let’s see what this coastline looks like at golden hour.”

That mindset shift is what led me to sign up for a landscape photography workshop in Leavenworth, Washington with Aaron Reed — a photographer I’ve admired for years (and from whom I’d already purchased prints).

Truthfully, I almost backed out. The hotel was expensive. I didn’t know if I should leave my kids for a week. Funds were tight.  I wasn’t sure if I’d even enjoy it. But I went.

And it kicked my butt.

Photography, it turns out, is not exactly as relaxing as I envisioned. It’s early mornings, late nights, constant lens swaps, dust spots, sideways rain, cold hands, tired legs, and a constant reminder that Mother Nature is in charge — not you.

But it was also incredible. I felt connected to the world in a new way. And when I got home and looked at the shots — hey, some of them were actually pretty good.

That’s when I started thinking… maybe I could turn this into something.

Slowly Going All In

Since then, I’ve been quietly (okay, obsessively) building my skills. I dove headfirst into YouTube tutorials on editing and composition, researched gear until I couldn’t see straight, and started planning travel not just for the views — but for the photographs.

Trips to Kauai, San Francisco, Norway, Rocky Mountain National Park, Telluride, New York, and New England have all helped shape my growing portfolio. I’ve learned a lot. Still learning.

Also — and maybe some of you can relate — I developed a serious case of gear acquisition syndrome. I’ve bought and sold more equipment than I care to admit, but I’ve finally landed on my dream setup: the Hasselblad X2D II with 20–35mm, 55mm, and 135mm lenses, paired with Kase Wolverine magnetic filters and a few dozen other gadgets that only photo nerds truly appreciate.

(A gear diary blog/video is coming soon for those interested. It’ll be way too detailed, you’ve been warned.)

About the Art

This site is more than just a personal blog — it’s also the home of my fine art landscape photography business.

I offer limited edition landscape prints crafted using the highest-quality materials available — including Acrylic, Metal, and Italian Wood Framing options. These limited edition landscape prints aren't the kind you'll find at big box stores. They’re handcrafted, museum-quality wall art pieces designed to bring the beauty of nature into your home, and are built to last for generations.

Browse the current collections to see some of my favorite nature photography prints, from Colorado to the coastlines:

Where This Is Going

I don’t have all the answers, and I’m not pretending to be an expert. I’m just a guy who loves nature, photography, and storytelling — and I’m trying to build something real.

As part of that, I’ve launched a new YouTube channel where (together with my blog) I’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes content, thoughts on gear, photography trip recaps, and honest reflections on what it’s like to try and make a living selling your art. If that sounds interesting, I’d love for you to subscribe here.

You can also follow along on:

Thanks for Stopping By

Whether you're here to find the perfect print for your space, read a few travel stories, or follow along as I try to figure out this wild creative journey — I’m truly glad you’re here.

I hope you find something inspiring in these images and stories — whether it’s a photo that speaks to you or just a shared sense of wonder for the wild world out there.

Thanks for being part of this.