Deer and Ungulates

Deer and ungulates: I venture into forests and fields, seeking to capture their grace and power. Photographing their diverse forms, from white-tailed deer to elk, is a constant pursuit. I explore their habitats, documenting their social behaviors and seasonal changes. Their role as grazers and their interactions with predators fascinate me. I aim to portray their vital place in the landscape.

Foggy Mornings with the Deer In Oklahoma

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Whitetail Buck Lip Curling In The Fog

Tips and examples for photographing deer in foggy conditions from a wildlife photographer who often shoots at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.

Whitetail Doe and a Curious Rabbit

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White-tailed Doe watching a rabbit from roadside at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

I photographed a whitetail doe and rabbit at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge. Read my Wildlife and Photography Notes from this peaceful encounter.

Whitetail Deer in Soybean Fields at Sequoyah Refuge

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Whitetail Fawn Stands in Soybean Field

Whitetail Deer move through soybean fields at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge during a mid-September shoot.

Velvet Antlers on Oklahoma White-tailed Bucks

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Young white-tailed buck with peeling velvet on antlers at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

Velvet antlers on Oklahoma bucks show a brief seasonal change. I photographed three whitetails at Sequoyah during that transition.

White-tailed Deer Habitat at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

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White-tailed doe and fawn standing in a grassy field at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

White-tailed deer habitat at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, with field notes on cover, feeding areas, and photo tips from the refuge.