While in White Sands New Mexico this was one of the tallest dunes I came across. The late morning lighting seemed to really give this dune a great shape and tonal range. One of these days I have to make my way back to White Sands National Monument. Of all the places I’ve visited it still remains one of my favorite places to photograph. [tags]White Sands National Monument, White Sands, landscape, photograph, pho

Photographing wildlife is an awe inspiring experience. With many subjects its easy to get lost in their beauty and power. When it comes to large predators if they look back at you, you instantly realize where you are on the food chain. [tags]San Francisco, zoo, wildlife, photography, Sumatran Tiger, Panthera tigris sumatrae[/tags]

There are no shortage of Red-tailed hawks in my area, but getting a good shot of one has proven to be a real challenge. This weekend everything seemed to fall into place as I finally found myself in the right place with the right lighting. To say these birds are incredible would be an understatement.

Sunset lighting on the Golden Gate Bridge as seen from Baker Beach. For those that are curious this was taken last year. More of my Golden Gate Bridge photos can be seen in my gallery. See More Golden Gate Bridge Photos [tags]San Francisco, landscape, photography, Golden Gate Bridge, photo[/tags]

A late afternoon view of the Point Cabrillo Lighthouse in Mendocino County. [tags]Point Cabrillo, lighthouse, Mendocino, California, light station, Department of Parks and Recreation[/tags]

One of my favorite images from last year. Taken on a rare clear day at Pt. Reyes National Seashore. The coastline seems to extend into infinite. [tags]landscape, photo, photograph, Pt. Reyes, Point Reyes, National Seashore, California, coastline, scenic[/tags]

This photo was taken from the Tunnel View lookout, but unlike many of the traditional wide angle views of Yosemite valley I opted for a super-telephoto lens at a focal length of 1200mm (600mm+2x TC). I was very lucky on this evening, not only was their rich red light on Half Dome as the last light of the day filtered through the atmosphere, but low lying clouds were wafting through as well. The clouds seem to create

I’ve taken my fair share of photos of Yosemite valley, but this is the first I’ve attempted taking in Infrared (IR). This was taken just before sunset as the last of a snow storm was clearing through the valley. Yosemite Valley IR (Infrared) View More Photos of Yosemite National Park … [tags]Yosemite, photo, photography, National Park, infrared, landscape photo, fine art[/tags]