Best photos of 2011
It was a busy and productive year for my photography. I had the opportunity to photograph prairie chickens in Nebraska, grizzly bears in Yellowstone and White Sands in New Mexico. I showed my photos at 16 art festivals, began writing photography articles for Examiner.com and won a first place in the Third Annual Audubon Magazine Photo [...]
How to be prepared for winter photography
Winter in Colorado offers many great photo opportunities. From snowy mountain sunsets, to skiing action and wildlife, this is a great time to get outdoors and make pictures. However, the extremes of Colorado winter can threaten the safety of your camera gear and you. Before you go out in the cold, prepare yourself properly. Caring [...]
The light makes the photograph
Many amateur photographers see photos made by professionals and then try to shoot a similar picture for themselves. Can’t be that hard, right? However, when amateurs look at their work the images usually don’t look as good. What’s different — besides perhaps the price tags on the gear?
Clutch time in the trees
Springtime gives nature photographers the opportunity to photograph a variety of birds building nests and raising their young. The big cottonwood trees here in Colorado are still a few weeks away from fully leafing out, making it easier to spot birds and photograph them. Last year’s empty nests are a hub of activity. Hawks, owls [...]
Winter wildlife photography
Winter in Colorado is a study in extremes. One day it’s minus 7 degrees with blowing snow. Two days later it’s 50 degrees and sunny. Coloradans — and local wildlife — seem to be used to this and take the crazy weather swings in stride. Despite the cold, winter is a great time to photograph [...]
Join me in the field
For dates and details on the tours, please click here. I’ve had many requests from people asking me if I give photo tours or workshops. So without further adieu, I’m offering two photo tours for 2011. I’m focusing on two of my favorite places that I know very well: the San Juan Mountains of Colorado [...]
More wildlife photos from my own backyard
In my last blog, I talked about the importance of exploring areas close to home for wildlife photo opportunities. I took my own advice and made a point of working the small pond near my neighborhood. The pond is about one acre or less in size, yet still attracts pelicans, great blue herons, egrets and [...]
What’s your favorite place to shoot in Colorado?
Those of you in Colorado are blessed to live in a state with dramatic scenery, abundant wildlife and a wealth of outdoor opportunities. There’s no shortage of amazing places to make pictures. Everyone has a favorite place or two. I have many of them. One is probably on your list as well — Mt. Evans. [...]
