Nature and the landscape are central to my work.  I am interested in the mystery, magic and history of the landscape and in what may be felt as well as seen. Beauty is an issue I often deal with and humor is sometimes present.  Influenced by Buddhist philosophy, I often juxtapose elements that suggest the symbiotic coexistence of the conscious and the unconscious, permanence and transience. 
 
My photographic practice has evolved into two distinct strands: manipulated, photo collaged imagery and more documentary photography. My work crosses boundaries and explores the intersections between traditional and digital photography. I use contemporary tools, but my photography is grounded in and refers to traditional ways of making and interpreting images. 
 
Born in England, Trish teaches at Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas.  Her photographs have been exhibited internationally.   Publications include: An Introduction to the Art of Photography, and Art at Our Doorstep: San Antonio Writers and Artists.  Collections holding her work include:  The Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center; San Antonio Museum of Art; and The Peter Palmquist Collection of Women Photographers.   

Yale University Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Western Americana Collection
WIPI Archive CHARTER GALLERY 2015-2016  

Beauty, Camera Eye of the Beholder 2005, juried exhibition, Still Life Category
Women Photographers In America 1989 - ZOOM MAGAZINE Exhibition Showcase

web:www.trishsimonite.me
e-mail: trish.simonite@gmail.com
cell phone:  (210) 394-2816