I like photographing all animals, not just the exotic ones. These Canada Geese were in the estuary behind our campsite in Campbell River, British Columbia. When they first take off, their wings touch the water and create big splashes, and then they appear to run on top of the water. One of the things I like most about this photo is the pattern of splashes you can see … [Read more...] about Canada Geese
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A Flock of Flamingos
This is a photo from a couple of years ago that I just never got around to publishing. I made this image of a flock of flamingos at the San Diego Zoo in California. I like the pattern that the flamingos created as they slept so tightly packed together. Only a couple in the middle are awake. The sun was quite high in the sky creating a shadow under each one. … [Read more...] about A Flock of Flamingos
Bald Eagles on Vancouver Island BC
After last year's amazing wildlife viewing from our campsite in Campbell River, BC, Ray and I decided to come back for four months this year and we've enjoyed another incredible summer. One day we walked out to the spit just at the end of the road and there were all sorts of people out enjoying picnics, walks, kite flying, and there were even a few crazy joggers. "You'll … [Read more...] about Bald Eagles on Vancouver Island BC
Great Blue Heron Abstract
One of the things I love about my current location on the estuary in Campbell River, British Columbia, is all the birds that frequent my back yard. Every day there are eagles, herons, geese and all sorts of small birds, so I get lots of practice with my bird photography. I like to make abstract images featuring motion blur, as I shared with you earlier this week with my … [Read more...] about Great Blue Heron Abstract
Crested Cranes in Flight at Ngorongoro Crater Tanzania
Driving through Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania, the sheer density of the animals is truly incredible. There are so many large animals that some of the smaller animals take a back seat at first until you start becoming acclimated to the place. Then, it's the combination of animals that becomes awe inspiring. When I saw these crested crane's it was a total surprise! On the … [Read more...] about Crested Cranes in Flight at Ngorongoro Crater Tanzania