Love, Grief and Beauty: My view from behind the lens Hardcover – April 1, 2026

Love, Grief and Beauty: My View from Behind the Lens is not simply a book of photographs or stories—it is a journey through a life shaped by moments that refuse to be forgotten.Through the lens of a camera and the quiet unfolding of human connection, Lance Kinney invites us into encounters with strangers who become teachers, with loss that deepens love, and with beauty that reveals itself when we are paying attention. From the highlands of Guatemala to the shores of California, each image holds a story, and each story holds a piece of the heart.This is a book about seeing beyond sight—about memory, compassion, and the fragile, extraordinary nature of life. It reminds us that the most meaningful moments are often the simplest ones… and that sometimes, if we are open, the photograph finds us. Read more