In my second year in the Pacific Northwest, I finally secured an Eagle photo. The Guardian Eagle or Aguila Custos is hopefully the first of many.

Aguila Custos - Snoqualmie, Washington

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This charismatic creature generously graced me with its presence, becoming my muse and subject throughout our shared journey.

Young Buck - North Bend, Washington

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“Each species is a masterpiece, a creation assembled with extreme care and genius.”
— E.O. Wilson.
In the heart of nature's theater, I encountered a riveting moment—an osprey perched gracefully on a branch, its talons firmly clutching a half-eaten fish.

Osprey & Prey - South Florida

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In the heart of nature's theater, I encountered a riveting moment—an osprey perched gracefully on a branch, its talons firmly clutching a half-eaten fish. Framed by a canvas of breathtaking clouds, the raptor gazed upon the distant horizon, evoking a sense of triumph in a momentous event. The convergence of elements—bird, prey, and sky—paints a portrait of a majestic encounter in the natural world.

This swamp noble caught my attention as a golden glow filled the landscape. He looked like a highborn or royal looking over his domain.

Confident Cormorant - Big Cypress, Florida

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When I visited Big Cypress in Florida, everyone around me began to photograph gators. And of course, you know I also secured a few dinosaur photos on that day. But my favorite photo was of a Cormorant perched high up on the trees. This swamp noble caught my attention as a golden glow filled the landscape. He looked like a highborn or royal looking over his domain.

I decided to go black and white with this image for two reasons. First, Hotshot's stance created a dynamic shape that I felt needed full attention.

Avem Griseo - Tequesta Jupiter, Florida

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While photographing the landscape at Blowing Rocks Natural Preserve, I came across a Little Blue Heron. As I looked for compositions, he kept sneaking into my frame. I thought to myself, "This bird sure loves attention." So after securing some images of this surreal landscape, I focused my lens on this lively feathered fellow. I named him "Hotshot" after watching him walk around with measured confidence.

I decided to go black and white with this image for two reasons. First, Hotshot's stance created a dynamic shape that I felt needed full attention. Second, I wanted to focus on contrast to help the eyes focus on the details.

The clouds parted to reveal the sun setting. On the pilings, pelican-shaped silhouettes contrasted with the glows of the sky.

Movimiento - Naples, Florida

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Nature’s spectacles occur when least expected. Vespera Movimiento was one of these moments. I wish I could have made more art of that day, but my limited skills and equipment at the time challenged me. Regardless the image is a part of my growing process. So I embrace the moment through it.

"In this black-and-white composition, a youthful buck, radiating vitality and grace, emerged as the central subject of my frame.

Beady-Eyed Buck - North Bend, Washington

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In the ever-expanding narrative of South Florida, the non-native iguanas have insinuated themselves into every season, becoming ubiquitous inhabitants of the region.

Fire King - South Florida

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I crossed paths with a charismatic Little Blue Heron. Repeatedly, this graceful creature elegantly wandered into my frame, displaying an unmistakable desire to command the spotlight.

Hot Shot Heron - Tequesta Jupiter, Florida

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The sky transformed into a canvas of awe-inspiring hues, and as if choreographed by nature, pelicans gracefully danced and maneuvered within the enchanting play of light.

Sunset Stooges - Naples, Florida

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In the midst of my photographic reverie, I would often jest with my friend and guide about how the "gators" appeared to be grinning at me. Our shared laughter became an echo of our camaraderie. Hence, the title of this image was born: "Killer Grin."

Killer Grin - Big Cypress, Florida

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I would often jest with my friend and guide about how the "gators" appeared to be grinning at me. Our shared laughter became an echo of our camaraderie. Hence, the title of this image was born: "Killer Grin."