Sandhill Crane In Utah
Sandhill Crane in Utah photographed while foraging in a field near the Wasatch Mountains, using a beanbag from my vehicle.
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.
Cliff Swallow Gathering Nesting Material
Cliff Swallow nesting material gathered at Antelope Island shows a quick, muddy moment during nest-building season in Utah.
Antelope Island Northern Mockingbird on Sage Brush
Antelope Island mockingbird perched on sage brush in Utah, photographed in morning light with a Canon EOS R5 and RF100-500mm lens.
Horned Lark On Sage Brush
I photographed this Horned Lark On Sage Brush at Antelope Island State Park in Utah.
Banded Burrowing Owl at Antelope Island State Park
A banded Burrowing Owl perched in morning light at Antelope Island State Park, giving me a clear look at its metal leg band.
Carolina Chickadee feeding at my Arkansas nest box
A Carolina Chickadee feeding its young at my Ouachita Mountains nest box on a cool May morning. Join me for the story and photo tips.
Rio Grande Turkey Flapping Its Wings at Wichita Mountains
Rio Grande Turkey Display from Doris Campground, with notes on spring behavior, wing-flapping, feather detail, and Canon R5 settings.
Great Egret Near Miner’s Cove
I photographed this Great Egret near Miner’s Cove, which is at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.