As their name suggests, the males are black birds with a red and orange patch on their wings. The females, on the other hand, have a brown and white streaky appearance, almost looking like a large sparrow. Towards the end of winter, huge flocks of Red-Winged Blackbirds migrate back to their breeding grounds. … Continue readingBird Bio: Red-Winged Blackbird
Just as portrait photography focuses on capturing people, nature photography focuses on nature as the subject. While sometimes the goal of nature photography is to explore and take photos along the way, there are other times when photographers may be seeking a specific plant, animal, or scene. Since “nature” is a very broad category, it can be helpful to narrow this down and determine what you are hoping to photograph before heading outside. … Continue readingShooting with Sarah, Part 2: Subjects in Nature
For this outing, I decided to explore the forest right along Big Darby Creek. Personally, I think the woods are enchanting in the snow, and I’d been wanting to revisit a certain spot on the river. … Continue readingWander in the Woods
A small gray bird, the Tufted Titmouse (or Baeolophus Bicolor) can commonly be found year-round in forests and backyards across the eastern United States. As members of the Paridae bird family, Tufted Titmice are relatives of Chickadees and other Tit species. … Continue readingBird Bio: The Tufted Titmouse
To begin this new series, I’m going to talk about the most important aspect of any photography: lighting. The word “photography” quite literally means “drawing with light”. No matter what sort of gear a photographer is using, from a smartphone camera to a professional mirrorless camera, understanding light is key to taking amazing photos. … Continue readingShooting with Sarah: Tips & Tricks for Nature Photography
I found many exciting creatures and inspiring landscapes during my 2023 adventures. A lot of time was spent exploring my local Metro Parks- discovering new trails as well as returning to familiar ones. I have learned much more about birds, nature, and my local area and I truly hope to use this knowledge to have an even better year in 2024. … Continue reading2023 in Review
Overall, this is a great photo book. Everything feels high-quality, durable, and really highlights the photography. Designing the book was easy, and I liked that I could do it straight from my web browser. The pages are thick with a semi-gloss, slightly textured surface that both feels and looks good. The acrylic cover is absolutely gorgeous and 100% a worthwhile upgrade that is sure to impress clients and viewers. I’m thrilled with my new photo book from Saal Digital, and hope to add some new books to my store soon! … Continue readingReview: Photo Book from Saal Digital
The Charred Lands As I was running errands with the kids last week, we drove past the Darby Creek Metro
Sunsets at the Wetlands Last year, sunset walks at the Darby Creek wetlands were my absolute favorite way to unwind
Early Bird Despite being more of a “night owl,” I’ve been loving these sunrise walks at Prairie Oaks Metro Park.