10-DEC-2005
Solitude
This is a photograph of a cormorant captured right before sunrise at Lake Powell, a small lake in Williamsburg, Virginia. I think the title speaks for itself and it echoed my feelings that morning. Most of the time nature photography is a solitary endeavor, but being alone I find myself truly inspired by the surprises of our natural world.
02-SEP-2007
Into the mist
This large bull moose was spotted in a valley of the Chugach Mountains of Alaska. It was an eerily still foggy day - the visibility couldn’t have been more than a hundred yards. I was able to capture a few pictures of several bulls, but this is the one that stood out. It appears as though he is walking into the unknown. Sometimes we too must venture into unknown territory. It may be scary, it may be unnerving, but some of the best learning experiences and creative visions occur when we step outside our comfort zone and expose ourselves to the unknown.
25-JUN-2008
An important role...
Humans have long been at war with the troublesome mosquito; after all, they are responsible for the spread of several diseases including malaria, encephalitis, and the West Nile virus. We spend millions of dollars each year on mosquito control and douse ourselves with chemicals to avoid becoming a tasty treat while trying to enjoy the outdoors. However after doing some reading, I discovered that mosquitoes play an important role in the pollination of certain wildflowers and provide a valuable food source to several species of birds and insects. So, the next time I am out hiking, I will try to remember the valuable responsibility mosquitos play in nature.
29-JUL-2009
Patience...
One of the most important lessons I have learned with photography is patience. I have visited Juneau, Alaska several times and always wanted to photograph a bear in front of Mendenhall Glacier. I was out photographing with a friend, and mentioned this to him. He led me over to this spot where we sat and waited for nearly an hour. Surely enough, a black bear appeared and spent thirty minutes or so waiting for fish. His patience and mine paid off tremendously. He got captured a fish and I captured this image.
