Eagle in Lovely Light

January 08, 2013  •  Leave a Comment
Good natural light can make the difference between a nice photo and a great photo. I would photograph these amazing birds in any light available because they are "that" beautiful, but when the sun comes and gets lower in the sky, it is a treat! Although the eagle isn't flying into the sun on this image, I love the beautiful warm colors the sun is c...
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Lower the Landing Gear

January 07, 2013  •  Leave a Comment
I like this image of this bald eagle doing a flyby with his talons lowered and ready to attack. Getting the face sharp while panning on an eagle flying by isn't easy, which makes it even more rewarding getting a sharp image.
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Preparing to Dive

January 05, 2013  •  Leave a Comment
These birds can spot a fish and spin and dive within seconds. It is an amazing thing to observe and a difficult thing to photograph. You need to make sure you are anticipating the action, which requires studying and predicting their behavior. You also better have the shutter speed set and ready to focus. I'll keep the eagle photos coming as I work...
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Soaring

January 04, 2013  •  Leave a Comment
What a fun and memorable time I had at Lock and Dam 14 while with my wife, kids, and parents. We all took in the beauty of these amazing birds while they fished on the river. We, of course, took as many photos as possible and I plan to go back with a longer lens soon.
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Cardinal in the Snow

January 02, 2013  •  Leave a Comment
A cardinal in the winter is probably one of the most beautiful sights. Their red seems to stand out among the winter wonderland. God made such beautiful creatures and the cardinal has to rate right up there with some of the most beautiful birds he created.
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