Arkansas Bull Elk Asserting Dominance
Part 4 of a wildlife photography series from Boxley Valley, Arkansas. Images of a bull elk asserting dominance by chasing away rival bulls.
Capturing a Bull Elk’s Scent-Checking Ritual
Part 3 photographs from a wildlife photography trip to see elk in Boxley Valley, Arkansas. Images and information about a bull elk scent checking cow elk.
Boxley Valley Barn and Elk: An Iconic Ozarks Scene
Part 2 experience and photographs from a wildlife photography trip to see the elk in Boxley Valley, Arkansas. Photos include a scenic pasture and barn.
Photographing the Lead Bull Elk in Boxley Valley
Experience and photographs from a wildlife photography trip to see the elk in Boxley Valley, Arkansas. Early morning shots capturing the elk rut.
The Dew-Covered Robber Fly: Nature’s Little Thief
See an incredible photo of a Robber Fly perched on a dew covered blade of grass and learn why these aerial insect hunters are called robber flies.
Downy Woodpecker’s Birdhouse Inspection
A wildlife photography blog post about photographing a Downy Woodpecker investigating a birdhouse in my front yard here in Arkansas.
Garden Spider’s Grasshopper Feast Captured
A wildlife photographer's blog post about photographing and observing a garden spider catching and eating a grasshopper in its web.
The Musical Northern Mockingbird In Arkansas
A wildlife photographer's blog about the musical Northern Mockingbird, including details on its singing habits and images taken in the photographer's backyard.
Photographing Majestic Black Vultures in Oklahoma
A wildlife photographer's blog post about observing and photographing Black Vultures at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Foggy Mornings with the Deer In Oklahoma
Tips and examples for photographing deer in foggy conditions from a wildlife photographer who often shoots at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
An Immature Broad-winged Hawk Sighting
A wildlife photographer recounts spotting and photographing an immature Broad-winged Hawk at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Whitetail Does and a Curious Rabbit
Experience the captivating encounter between a Whitetail Doe and a curious Rabbit at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Encounter with the Hickory Horned Devil
Wildlife photographer Steve Creek describes his exciting encounter with a Hickory Horned Devil caterpillar while hiking in the Ouachita National Forest.
Dew-Covered Damselfly at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
A nature photographer describes encountering and photographing a damselfly covered in dew during an early morning walk at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Capturing the Magic of the Harvest Moon
Experience photographing the Harvest Moon on the morning of September 30th, 2023. Capturing the full orange moon high in the clear morning sky.
Remarkable Life Span of Cicadas in Arkansas
Explore the remarkable life span of cicadas in Arkansas, from years underground to their brief but buzzing adult stage.
Great Blue Heron Misses the Mark Hunting Insects
A wildlife photographer observes a Great Blue Heron hunting insects unsuccessfully at an Oklahoma wildlife refuge.
Colors of the Indigo Bunting Through the Seasons
Comparing the brilliant blue breeding plumage of the male Indigo Bunting in summer to its dull brown non-breeding plumage in fall and winter.
Downy Woodpeckers in My Yard Here In Arkansas
Steve Creek, a wildlife photographer in Arkansas, shares images and experiences with Downy Woodpeckers visiting his backyard feeders this summer.
Lizard and Skink Tail Growth After Loss
A wildlife photographer documents the incredible process of tail regrowth in lizards and skinks at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Hibernation Habits of Five-lined Skinks
Explore the hibernation habits of Five-lined Skinks and learn how to photograph them before and after their winter slumber.
Wasp Nest Along the Road at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
While at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I came across an interesting sight - a group of paper wasps constructing a nest in a tree near the road.
Green Lynx Spider With Egg Sac Spotted!
While doing a photo walk on a utility road at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, I came across a female Green Lynx Spider working on her egg sac!
Celebrating National Public Lands Day
Photographer Steve Creek writes about spending National Public Lands Day photographing the wildlife at Oklahoma's Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Another Sighting of the Elusive Upland Sandpiper
I share details and images from my second sighting of the elusive Upland Sandpiper at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Close Encounter with the Tobacco Hornworm
Explore the world of the Tobacco Hornworm and its transformation into the Carolina Sphinx Moth. Discover the wonders of wildlife photography in Arkansas.
Mating Grasshoppers Covered in Morning Dew
Today I want to showcase this shot I captured of two mating grasshoppers, with the one on top covered in morning dew.
Capturing Wildlife in the Lush Soybean Fields
Searching and photographing Whitetail Deer in the soybean fields at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma in mid-September.
An Unexpected Doe and Fawn Encounter
An Unexpected Doe and Fawn Encounter. I feel fortunate to have been able to capture a glimpse into the bond between a Doe and her fawn.
Unforgettable Morning with a Doe and Her Fawns
An amazing encounter with a Whitetail Doe and her Fawns from 5 years ago. What made this moment truly magical was their interaction with me.