Nature Photography at the University of Washington Arboretum

Hydrangea

This is the second photography workshop I participated in, instructed by Irene of IJ Photo.  We spent four hours wandering around the University of Washington Arboretum taking several types of nature photography (macro, landscapes, and even portraits within a nature Continue reading Nature Photography at the University of Washington Arboretum

Country Specific Entrance and Exit Requirements

US State Department - Chose Country

I thought I would share some information that helped me determine the entry and exit requirements for the countries that I’ll be visiting soon.  Initially, I thought it would be difficult to find this information, but it turns out that Continue reading Country Specific Entrance and Exit Requirements

Night Photography in Downtown Seattle

Downtown Seattle Ferris Wheel

I recently participated in a night photography workshop instructed by Irene of IJ Photo.  I took a basic photography class from her about two months after I bought my DSLR.  It was an amazing class, so I was ecstatic when Continue reading Night Photography in Downtown Seattle

Duvall Fields

Duvall Sunset

This week’s #FriFotos on Twitter is FIELDS.  I went back in time and found a couple of shots of the farming fields in Duvall (a town that neighbors the one I live in). Duvall Sunset Duvall Sunrise Attempt I’ve tried Continue reading Duvall Fields

Photo Essay: Denali National Park

Husky

While Mount McKinley hid beneath a thick layer clouds during my visit to Denali National Park, I was still afforded amazing photographic opportunities.  I thought I would share some in this post. Park Entrance Landscapes Wildlife Environment    

Bald Eagle Canvas Print for Sale…Discount for You; Donation for a Charity

Bald Eagle at Deep Creek Alaska

I have a few canvas prints left over from a show that I participated in over the summer  I want to give you the opportunity to purchase a photo at a discount…and, a donation. I will sell each photo at Continue reading Bald Eagle Canvas Print for Sale…Discount for You; Donation for a Charity

Tacoma Museum of Glass Hot House

Tacoma Museum of Glass Hot House

Today’s #FriFotos theme on Twitter is SILVER. Every time I visit the Museum of Glass in Tacoma, Washington I try to capture a unique view of the Hot House.  It’s distinctive shape is what mesmerizes me the most.  While it Continue reading Tacoma Museum of Glass Hot House

Los Angeles Adventures

I mentioned that I would be traveling through Los Angeles on my upcoming trip.  I didn’t really want a long layover (over 24 hours) in Los Angeles, but it was the only way I could conveniently get from Belize to Continue reading Los Angeles Adventures

Travel Vaccinations…Where to Start

Note:  This post only pertains to US travelers.  If you are from another country and have information, please leave a comment below.  Thanks! In the past when I’ve traveled the entire topic of “do I need vaccinations” has been a Continue reading Travel Vaccinations…Where to Start

Spray Falls in Mount Rainier National Park

Stream Near Spray Park

Last month I hiked to Spray Falls in Mount Rainier National Park.  Spray Falls is on the way to Spray Park.  It’s about four miles round-trip.  For more information check out the Trails page (Spray Falls/Park) on the National Park Continue reading Spray Falls in Mount Rainier National Park