Still World Images is documentary and fine art photography that maintains journalistic ethics and integrity. The images are intended to remind those who view them that grace and beauty are everywhere, and that stories worth hearing are all around us.

All images are the photographic work of West Virgina native, Ian Benson. Born and raised in Morgantown, Ian developed an interest in art and nature from his many visits to state forests and parks as a child. He took as many art classes as his schedule would allow, eventually finding an introduction to darkroom principles and photography as part of a visual communications course in high school. He also studied sociology, psychology, human physiology and graphic design, but photography was a part of his schedule through graduation.

Ian's employment history is as eclectic as his personal interests, having included everything from chef, landscaper, video clerk, construction laborer, mental health assistant and even security guard. Shortly after enrolling as a student at West Virginia University, Ian was hired as a photographer for The Daily Athenaeum and has been shooting ever since. He has been a professional news photographer and member of the National Press Photographers Association since 2001, working for local publications such as The Dominion Post, The Exponent-Telegram, and West Virginia University Photographic Services. Ian has also worked as a stringer and freelance photographer for Response magazine, the Associated Press, and All-Pro Photography. Recently, Ian worked as Photography director for Michaels Media group to help develop photography departments for Community Calendar USA magazines and the Masontown Telegraph newspaper.

Currently, Ian is employed at the West Virginia University Eye Institute as an Ophthalmic Photographer, training to become a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), and Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA). He is available for freelance assignments including candid portrait and wedding photography, and is working independently on documentary and fine art photography for Still World Images.

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