The Mysterious Red Eyes of the Great Blue Heron
A wildlife photographer discovers a Great Blue Heron with uniquely red-tinted eyes while photographing at an Oklahoma wildlife refuge.
National Wildlife Refuges
National Wildlife Refuges are crucial locations for my photography. I document the diverse species and habitats these areas protect. I capture the beauty of undisturbed ecosystems. I observe the behaviors of various wildlife within these refuges. I aim to show the importance of conservation and the preservation of natural spaces. Each refuge offers a unique glimpse into wild America.
The Dangers of Fishing Line to Wildlife
A photographer’s perspective on the harm discarded and lost fishing line can cause birds and other animals, with a call to action to properly dispose of line.
Spotting Scissor-tailed Flycatchers in Late October
A wildlife photographer was thrilled to spot Scissor-tailed Flycatchers at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma in late September and October.
A Doe’s Gaze: A Close Encounter at Sandtown Bottoms
A wildlife photography blog post about an incredible up close encounter with a beautiful, curious whitetail doe at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Happy National Reptile Awareness Day!
Wildlife photographer blog post celebrating National Reptile Awareness Day with a photo of a box turtle from the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
Doe and Button Buck at First Light
A wildlife photographer describes an early morning encounter with a Whitetail Doe and her button buck fawn at the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma.
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.
Garden Spider’s Grasshopper Feast Captured
I photographed a garden spider wrapping a grasshopper in silk at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn how and why these orb-weavers hunt.
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.
Broad-winged Hawk at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
I photographed a Broad-winged Hawk at Sequoyah Refuge in Oklahoma. Read my brief field and photo notes from this wildlife encounter.
Whitetail Doe and a Curious Rabbit
I photographed a whitetail doe and rabbit at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge. Read my Wildlife and Photography Notes from this peaceful encounter.
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.
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.