Last winter I returned to one of my all time favourite bird photography destinations: Cibola National Wildlife Refuge which is on the border between California and Arizona. During my first visit to Cibola the previous year, I discovered some problems with my wildlife photography gear, which resulted in my not getting any long lens photos. Bummer! That was one reason why … [Read more...]
Larry the Mute Swan
We’re back in British Columbia for the summer and we’re all set up at our favourite spot at Thunderbird RV Park in Campbell River. Opportunities for wildlife photography abound here, but I’ve noticed that lately my attention has fallen on one particular individual: Larry the Mute Swan. Over the past few years we’ve been coming here Larry has become a familiar sight and we … [Read more...]
Cibola National Wildlife Refuge
Explorer. I think I’ll have to add it to my tagline. I’m happiest when I’m out there looking for new things, new places, new experiences. I’m walking across the desert looking down at the colourful rocks at my feet, looking across to the mountains in the distance, looking up to the birds flying above. Always waiting for the moment I hear something whisper to me “psssst ... hey … [Read more...]
How To Photograph Birds
Welcome back to my series "Great Subjects". This week we're going to look at one of my favourite great subjects to photograph: birds. Bird photography can be incredibly rewarding when you get that special shot - the one with the bird in sharp detail doing something interesting with no distracting elements in the background. But it can frustrating trying to get that shot, … [Read more...]
Campground Wildlife in Campbell River, BC
Our new home for the rest of the summer is in Campbell River, British Columbia, where we found a beautiful campsite with abundant wildlife, only 5 minutes walk from the marina! Campbell River, a mid-point on Vancouver Island, is the place we planned on moving to before we decided we love the RV lifestyle and didn't want to buy another house after all. Why have a house when … [Read more...]
California’s Salton Sea
Located along the San Andreas Fault, the Salton Sea is California's largest lake, it's 225 feet below sea level, and is 25% saltier than the ocean. But it's beginnings were much different than any other body of water in the state. Please click the images to view larger versions. It all started with an engineering error. In 1900 irrigation canals were built to divert … [Read more...]
Capturing Birds in Flight
I think birds are one of the most difficult subjects to photograph unless they are standing perfectly still. I have always found it difficult to pan my camera at just the right speed and manage to stay ahead of the bird. Focussing is almost impossible since the bird is always moving. Also I tend to try to fill the frame with the bird and then when they extend their wings they … [Read more...]