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About Me
A portion of all sales at my site are donated to wildlife and animal rescue groups. Proceeds currently benefit Mickacoo Pigeon & Dove Rescue and Lindsay Wildlife Hospital.
I love photographing wild things . . . and urban things . . . the visions and experiences that paint my world. I’m a freelance writer and also a researcher for a NY Times bestselling author. My work as a volunteer wildlife rehabilitator on the side fuels my passion for nature photography, and my lifelong love for animals forms my creative narrative.
I’ve never outgrown my geekiness about nature, even as I juggle my love for city, cinema and coffee houses. I saw my first Aurora Borealis from the cockpit of a 747 when I was five, and that set me up to expect outrageous phenomena from the sky and sand. Phenomena like thousands of tundra swans and snow geese painting an alabaster canopy overhead . . . or a giant herd of elk grazing and bugling under Colorado snow drops . . . or the pulse of an orca pod stirring the waters beneath.
My Method
My intent is to freeze a moment, a scene, an inspiration or an emotion in such a way that you might see what I saw in that blip of time and space. In the process, I hope to impart the animal's individuality and personality, while also stressing the importance of preserving and conserving a wild world where these animals can thrive.
Wildlife Photography Ethics
North American Nature Photography guidelines
I photograph with a telephoto lens (600mm equivalent, four-thirds Olympus system) and do my best not to disrupt natural behavior. My preferred method is to set up at a distance from the animals and remain as unobtrusive as possible. I watch for signs of agitation and back off if I see them. Many times, patience is rewarded with animals like shorebirds growing accustomed to my presence and tolerating some clicks of my shutter. If a blind is available, I will use it.
I am especially cautious about photographing young animals and nesting areas. I generally don’t do it because I’m concerned about interrupting feeding behavior or alerting predators to the nest area. There are certain situations,however — like Cliff Swallow colonies or Osprey nests, where with adequate distance, the birds don’t seem disturbed by an occasional photograph. Again, I use my best judgment and err on the side of safety in all circumstances.
Unless otherwise indicated, all of my photos are taken of animals in their natural habitats. If I photograph an animal in a captive setting (wildlife rehab facility, etc.) I indicate “captive” in the photo description. I will only photograph in captive settings where I know the animals are treated humanely and where the well-being of the animal is ensured. If the facility sells animals to game farms or engages in any other dubious practices, I will not patronize them and would encourage other photographers to avoid these places as well.
I do not bait or otherwise lure animals for photos with devices like audio recordings. Occasionally, I will take some images of songbirds in a home garden or park setting, near existing bird feeders.
My Blog
I post randomly to my nature and photo blog, The Free Quark.
A portion of all sales at my site are donated to wildlife and animal rescue groups. Proceeds currently benefit Mickacoo Pigeon & Dove Rescue and Lindsay Wildlife Hospital.
I love photographing wild things . . . and urban things . . . the visions and experiences that paint my world. I’m a freelance writer and also a researcher for a NY Times bestselling author. My work as a volunteer wildlife rehabilitator on the side fuels my passion for nature photography, and my lifelong love for animals forms my creative narrative.
I’ve never outgrown my geekiness about nature, even as I juggle my love for city, cinema and coffee houses. I saw my first Aurora Borealis from the cockpit of a 747 when I was five, and that set me up to expect outrageous phenomena from the sky and sand. Phenomena like thousands of tundra swans and snow geese painting an alabaster canopy overhead . . . or a giant herd of elk grazing and bugling under Colorado snow drops . . . or the pulse of an orca pod stirring the waters beneath.
My Method
My intent is to freeze a moment, a scene, an inspiration or an emotion in such a way that you might see what I saw in that blip of time and space. In the process, I hope to impart the animal's individuality and personality, while also stressing the importance of preserving and conserving a wild world where these animals can thrive.
Wildlife Photography Ethics
North American Nature Photography guidelines
I photograph with a telephoto lens (600mm equivalent, four-thirds Olympus system) and do my best not to disrupt natural behavior. My preferred method is to set up at a distance from the animals and remain as unobtrusive as possible. I watch for signs of agitation and back off if I see them. Many times, patience is rewarded with animals like shorebirds growing accustomed to my presence and tolerating some clicks of my shutter. If a blind is available, I will use it.
I am especially cautious about photographing young animals and nesting areas. I generally don’t do it because I’m concerned about interrupting feeding behavior or alerting predators to the nest area. There are certain situations,however — like Cliff Swallow colonies or Osprey nests, where with adequate distance, the birds don’t seem disturbed by an occasional photograph. Again, I use my best judgment and err on the side of safety in all circumstances.
Unless otherwise indicated, all of my photos are taken of animals in their natural habitats. If I photograph an animal in a captive setting (wildlife rehab facility, etc.) I indicate “captive” in the photo description. I will only photograph in captive settings where I know the animals are treated humanely and where the well-being of the animal is ensured. If the facility sells animals to game farms or engages in any other dubious practices, I will not patronize them and would encourage other photographers to avoid these places as well.
I do not bait or otherwise lure animals for photos with devices like audio recordings. Occasionally, I will take some images of songbirds in a home garden or park setting, near existing bird feeders.
My Blog
I post randomly to my nature and photo blog, The Free Quark.
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