Nature Photographer and Music Producer
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There has been a lot of rainy weather here in Portland. It is definitely keeping things green. Here are some pictures that I was able to get between the rain
Continue readingSpring in Portland
Today’s weather forecast called for rain and thunderstorms. There were several breaks between the storms and I was able to get some photos. All the photos should have links to
Continue readingAnother Spring Day in Portland Oregon
I took this picture in Willamette Park in Portland Oregon. Here is a link for information about Killdeers....
They say that April showers bring May flowers. Here are some pictures of my daily walk today. There were some April showers today and beautiful cloud formations....
Today I encountered a Red Tailed Hawk in perfect lighting conditions. I was able to get about 15 feet from it and get some very close up shots. Please consider
Continue readingA Red Tailed Hawk in Oaks Bottom
The flowers are blooming, the birds are singing, and the sun is out for the first days of spring. I compiled some video footage from the first days of spring
Continue readingThe First Days of Spring
I photographed this bird in Oaks’ Bottom in Portland Oregon. This is a long slender bird and is related to flycatchers. It is between the size of a sparrow and
Continue readingA Say’s Phoebe
Here are two short videos that featuring mallards acting crazy. For a more dramatic effect, I added sound effects and music. Ducks sometimes get territorial and get a little crazy
Today I decided to focus on photographing the female mallard. It seems that the male mallards get all the attention of photographers with their beautiful colorful green and blue head
Continue readingMallards in the Willamette River
Today was a cold and rainy day but I still braved the elements to get a few pictures. I try to go out everyday and make it a routine. I
Continue readingA Rainy Sunday