Wildlife Notes – Blue Jay
Discovering the Blue Jay: A Vibrant Icon of North American Wildlife The Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) is one of North America’s most striking and easily
May 20, 2024
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Discovering the Blue Jay: A Vibrant Icon of North American Wildlife The Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) is one of North America’s most striking and easily
There’s something magical about capturing the untamed beauty of the natural world. Whether it’s the silent flight of an owl, the shimmer of morning dew
March 7th, 2026 Learn to Take Control of Your Camera in the Field If you’ve ever come home from a day of photographing wildlife feeling
Embarking on a Landscape Photography Workshop: Essential Gear and Key Concepts Participating in a landscape photography workshop is an exciting opportunity to capture the beauty
Navigating the Process of Purchasing Prints from Captured Wilderness Photography Imagine capturing the essence of a breathtaking landscape and bringing it into your home as
Exploring the American Mink: Nature’s Sleek Predator The American Mink, scientifically known as Neovison vison, is a fascinating creature that inhabits a diverse range of
The American Robin is one of the most widely distributed and ecologically adaptable passerine birds in North America. A member of the thrush family (Turdidae), it occupies a broad range of habitats that include deciduous and mixed forests, woodland edges, agricultural land, suburban neighborhoods, and urban green spaces. Its success across such diverse environments is largely due to its flexible diet and behavioral adaptability.
The Black Bear: An Icon of North American Wilderness The Black Bear (Ursus americanus) is one of North America’s most familiar and adaptable large mammals,
There are few animals more iconic to North America than the Whitetail Deer. Whether you’re a hunter, a photographer, or simply someone who spends time outdoors, chances are you’ve encountered one—often without even realizing it until the flick of a tail or the flash of movement gives them away.
The Red-Bellied Woodpecker known scientifically as Melanerpes carolinus, a vibrant and vocal inhabitant of wooded areas across the eastern United States, is easily recognized by
Most people come to nature and wildlife photography for the images.
That makes sense. Cameras, lenses, light, and timing are what draw people in. But photography outdoors does not happen in a controlled environment, and that reality is rarely addressed in any meaningful way.
Weather changes.
Trails are longer than they look.
Light fades faster than expected.
Batteries die.
Bodies get tired.
Judgment slips.
Over the years, I’ve come to believe that teaching photography without addressing these realities does people a disservice. That belief is why Fieldcraft for Photographers is now a formal and mandatory part of my in-person workshops.
Getting Ready for a Macro Insect and Wildflower Photography Workshop: Essential Gear and Key Concepts Joining a macro insect and wildflower photography workshop is a