A Velvet Ant Encounter in Arkansas
Photographing a velvet ant in an Arkansas garden. Learn about this striking wingless wasp and the surprising facts behind its painful sting.
Bird Photography
Bird photography can be challenging. You need the right gear. A good camera and lens are key. Settings matter too. Fast shutter speeds help freeze motion. Learn how to adjust ISO and aperture. Techniques are important. Think about composition. Get close-ups. Try aerial shots. Capture birds in their habitat. Patience is needed. Birds move quickly. They can be hard to find. Study bird behavior. Know where they live. Understand their habits. This will help you get better photos.
Eastern Bluebird Chicks and Their Diligent Parents
Eastern Bluebird chicks hatch in my yard as hardworking parents bring food to the nest. See photos and learn about their nesting behavior.
A Day with Bluebirds, Robins, and Feathered Friends
I photograph Eastern Bluebirds feeding chicks while a robin builds her nest and a woodpecker visits my backyard feeder in Arkansas.
A Day with Bluebirds, Robins, and Turtles
I photograph Eastern Bluebirds feeding their chicks while robins build nests and turtles wander through my Arkansas backyard.
From Hogs to Horned Owls: A Morning Adventure
My morning drive at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge reveals wild hogs, Whitetail Bucks, and a surprising encounter with a Great Horned Owl.
A Rainy Day Delight: Backyard Bird Photography in Arkansas
I photographed woodpeckers and cardinals visiting my Arkansas feeders during a rainy day, creating unique backyard bird photography moments.
A Rainy Day Wildlife Photography Session
A rainy morning turned into a backyard wildlife photography session as woodpeckers, hummingbirds, and a cottontail rabbit visited my feeders.
A Summer Morning Adventure at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I spent a summer morning photographing Bald Eagles, Green Herons, and other wildlife at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.