Phil Harvey has been an artist and nature photographer for over thirty years. Phil has an eye for the light of life and he creatively captures the essence of those moments that take our breath away. This gifted photographer expresses this essence in his collection of “Mystique of Ojai” images.
A man of many talents, Phil has a long history as a professional actor/singer in opera, light opera, television and movies. Phil was the Musical Director at the Ojai Presbyterian Church for 14 years. He founded the Ojai Community Chorus in 1987 and currently serves as its Artistic Director.
He founded the Ojai Camera Club in 1984, and this group continues today as the Ojai Photography Club. In 2003, he received the City of Ojai’s “Lifetime Achievement in the Arts Award.” The Rotary Club honored him as an Ojai “Living Treasure” in 2010.


