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.…
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…
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…
Bryce Canyon
Bryce Canyon was awesome! But... I never imagined that I would ever visit Utah. I even joked about that while I was there. As a child it seemed like it…
Right Place Right Time: Juvenile Eagle
Being in the right place at the right time... A lot of times that is the difference between a good picture and a bad picture – or whether or not…
Highland Arch Bridge at Night – Behind The Shot
This is Highland Arch Bridge, a pedestrian bridge in Denver, Colorado. During a recent family trip, I saw this bridge. It was during the day, and we didn’t have time…
Sports Photography: A Beginners Story
Sports photography always seemed interesting to me. I've watched quite a few sporting events, and each one has a familiar scene. Whether on a court or on a field, on…
Pluto Water Droplet Photography Trigger – Review
The Pluto water droplet photography trigger is one of my favorite accessories. I'm A Nerd Macro photography is one of my favorite formats. Perhaps it has something to do with...…