Front or Back Lit? (Yet Again)
I spent some time with a couple Snowy Egrets some weeks (months?) ago. The sun was just getting low in the sky, but the light was still very strong. I
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What Makes the Magic?
I remember reading a photography blog many moons ago (Wild Eye – can’t locate the exact post though) and there was a debate as to which element within an image
On Being Eye Level
It’s one of the cardinal rules of wildlife photography – or any form of photography for that matter – the eye is the most important aspect of a strong image. The
Left Tern, Right Tern
It could possibly be argued that the tern family is one of the most ethereal groups of birds, and for good reason. They are genuinely graceful in their mannerisms –
Elegance Embodied
If it’s one thing that has always captivated me about seabirds is their natural grace. The tough thing about seabirds is that they’re not always easily accessible. A visit to
Tight is Might (and the answer to “What in the World”)
Composing an appealing image with your subject in an aesthetically pleasing position tends to be pretty straightforward. Folks can loosely follow simple guidelines like the basic rule-of-thirds and still wind
Spot The Difference
Within the past few months I’ve photographed more Dickcissels than ever before. From flocks to individuals, they’re willing subjects each time – perhaps they haven’t yet grown accustomed to the
Blazed
Now I’ve spoken about poor lighting conditions in the past, but they’ve usually involved little to no light, be it the darkness of the forest or dark overcast conditions. But
Diversity of the Western Mudflats
For those of you who are interested in getting good views of many different species in a short space of time, the tidal mudflat along the western coast of Trinidad
Once In A Lifetime
I kid you not. But before I get into expounding the title of this blog post, I’d like to clear up a common myth/misconception. So sorry to burst any bubbles