Pocket Gopher New Year Surprise Arkansas
My first wildlife photo of 2026 was a Pocket Gopher in my Arkansas yard. Read about this unexpected New Year’s Day encounter.
Wildlife Photography
Starting 2026 With Patience and Observation
Starting 2026 with patience and observation, I reflect on lessons from a year in the field and how wildlife continues to shape my approach.
Wildlife Photography Low Light Techniques
Wildlife photography low light techniques: learn how to manage ISO, focus, and stability to capture sharp wildlife shots after sunset.
Bonaparte’s Gull Drops a Fish and Quickly Retrieves It
A close look at Bonaparte’s Gull feeding behavior as a gull drops a fish, dives straight down, and retrieves it below Kerr Dam.
Christmas Snow Goose Parade on a Refuge Road
A Christmas snow goose parade filled the refuge road at Sequoyah NWR and gave me a quiet winter wildlife photography moment.
Wildlife Photography Telephoto Lens Techniques
Wildlife photography telephoto lens techniques for sharper images, better framing, and cleaner backgrounds at long distances.
American White Pelican Grooming at Sally Jones Lake
I photographed an American White Pelican grooming on Sally Jones Lake at Sequoyah NWR. Calm water and soft light made a quiet moment to watch.
Why Some Whitetail Bucks Have Dark Antlers
I explain why some whitetail bucks have dark chocolate antlers. Learn what causes antler staining and what it tells you in the field.