Behind The Shot – Rickett’s Glen State Park
Gonaga Fall: Rickett's Glen State Park This picture almost didn’t happen... This is Gonaga Falls, a 94 foot waterfall in Rickett’s Glen State Park in Pennsylvania. It is the tallest…
HUMMINGBIRD FACTS AND PHOTOGRAPHING THEM
Hummingbirds are fascinating little creatures - true wonders of nature. It’s no wonder they were my grandmother’s favorite. And, they are also a favorite of mine. I’ve been trying to…
Blackwater NWR – Shooting Osprey Fishing
Blackwater NWR There is a lot of wildlife at Blackwater NWR (National Wildlife Refuge). But, we mainly went to shoot Osprey. One, they are seasonal (summer). Two, although there are…
50 Photography Quotes To Inspire You
If a picture is truly worth a thousand words, then why aren’t all photographers silent? We all have something to say. Here are photography quotes that will hopefully motivate and…
The Borax Museum – Behind the Shot
The Borax Museum is located in Furnace Creek, Death Valley National Park. Behind the museum are remnants of the era when borax mining was a major trade in the area.…
Coopers Hawk In My Yard – Behind The Shot
This Coopers Hawk made my day. Sure, there are technical aspects of photography: ISO, aperture, shutter speed, etc... But, a lot of times good images are the result of luck.…
Bob Marley Burnin Album Cover – Behind the Shot
The Bob Marley Burnin album cover was the backdrop for this water drop collision image. And, I’m very pleased with the way it turned out. Using the album cover wasn’t…
Pride Day at Old Mill High School: April 2017
Pride Day at Old Mill High School was the first LGBTQ celebration in the history of the school. Held in April 2017, the picnic was the brainchild of then high…
Beaches or Mountains: Vacation Choices
Beaches or mountains? There seems to be debate over which is better. I prefer mountains. However, my latest vacations don’t seem to represent my preference. In the past year, I’ve…
Selfies vs Self Portraits: Which is better?
Selfies vs Self Portraits As long as there have been artists and photographers, there have been self-portraits… as far back as ancient Egypt. Prior to cameras and the digital age,…
Grampians National Park: Behind The Shot
Grampians National Park is a located in Victoria, Australia. My son and I recently visited. During our time there, we hiked to Mackenzie Falls and Silver Band Falls (which was…
Music Inspires Me: Photography Playlist
Music is a necessity in my life. I can't imagine life without it. It can inspire us, motivate us, or even make us cry. I listen to all different genres,…
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