Adele Penguin during an Ice storm – With colonies below the Antarctic circle, this hardy bird breeds further south than any other Penguin. The persistence and determination of life is prevalent throughout nature. Even in the extreme cold of Antarctica, a few hardy species thrive. Among them are Penguins – flightless, […]
Travel photography is not just about taking snapshots, it’s about choosing a life of curiosity, exploration, wonder, and immersing yourself in the world around you. My wife and I have been fortunate enough to have travelled to many parts of the world capturing our adventures through photography. The work has […]
In 2024, Yellowstone National Park celebrated its 152nd anniversary, a significant milestone in the history of this beloved American national treasure. Yellowstone truly encapsulates the essence of a photographer’s utopia. It has always captivated my imagination with its mesmerizing array of geysers, steam vents, and hot springs, alongside the captivating […]
Since childhood, I’ve been an enthusiastic bird nerd, and one of the first exotic birds I identified was a boreal owl. Since then, I have seen all 19 species of owls found in Canada and the United States. It’s common, however, to meet people who have never seen an owl […]
Great Images feature traits like sharpness, detail, wide tonal range, and visual impact. Black-mandibled Toucan – Costa Rica Many animals have unique shapes. They can easily be identified simply by their silhouette. Everyone knows this shape is a toucan. I took this photo in Costa Rica when I brought my […]
When it comes to my appreciation of Christmas, I’m a real Scrooge, so every December I search for a photo destination to escape the crazy commercialism of the season. One Christmas a few years ago I settled on Bosque del Apache along the Colorado River in central New Mexico – […]
It is the third day of our Costa Rican expedition. Grey clouds postpone our Rio Celeste photoshoot. We shift gears and turn toward the Tree of Peace; what does not work for the river is perfect for a rainforest. The rain abates while leaving a glistening reminder of its presence […]
Over the decades, I’ve taken a lot of photos. So many that counting seems pointless. For better or worse, I’m a bit trigger-happy, especially when working with wildlife. After a photo session, I’ll download the files into an external hard drive. I’ll then format my memory cards making them ready […]
In March of 2021 I went on a weekend bouldering trip in the Eastern Sierra in California. It had been a pretty crowded weekend at the crag due to the good weather, and many indoor gyms still being closed at the time. After climbing we hiked back to the car. […]
When I am initially exploring an idea for a new book, I always start by asking myself three questions. First, how many books have been written on the same subject? If there are many, it could be that the market is saturated. If there are none, or very few, I […]
