Behind the Lens
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but the final image is only part of the journey. Behind every shot is a story of planning, patience, a shift in the light, or a chance encounter that changed everything. I created this blog to take you behind the lens, to share the timing, the quiet, and the planning that goes into my favorite shots. Welcome to the stories behind the lens.
The Osprey Chronicles: 8 Weeks at the Nest
From a wobbly, featherless hatchling to a fierce aerial predator, follow a behind-the-lens look at an 8-week wildlife photography project documenting the growth, technical challenges, and fascinating personalities inside a Florida osprey nest.
Sandhill Season: Two Seasons Documenting Florida’s Sandhill Cranes
Sandhill Cranes are a prehistoric link to our past and a symbol of true perseverance. From high-action shots of running colts to the heartbreaking realities of a harsh drought season, step behind the lens to experience two seasons documenting these iconic Florida birds.
Leaving "Someday" Behind: A First Timer’s Weekend in Yellowstone
Visiting Yellowstone National Park was always at the very top of my photography bucket list. From the sheer adrenaline of holding a massive 600mm lens while a wild Red Fox posed just yards away, to navigating a high-contrast, post rain cliffside with Bighorn rams, step behind the lens to see what happens when you finally stop making excuses and leave "someday" behind.
Summer on the Sarasota Shore: Photographing Florida’s Beach Nesters
Step onto the sand with me for a behind-the-scenes look at the chaotic, beautiful nesting colonies of Black Skimmers and Least Terns near Sarasota. Explore the delicate balance of these incredible birds sharing the shoreline with beachgoers and see some of my favorite photos of these birds as I visited four different beaches throughout June.
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August 2026
Mid-August 2026 (Bonus Blog!)
Yellowstone's Hidden Waterbirds: The Stars of LeHardy Rapids
A behind-the-scenes look at the challenges of documenting the park’s most resilient whitewater species. Step past the big mammals to discover the grit and patience required to capture vibrant Harlequin ducks and tiny American dippers thriving in the roaring currents.
September 2026
Wild Neighbors: The Wild Side of The Villages
Celebrating the vibrant wildlife thriving peacefully right in our backyards. A photo essay dedicated to the stunning birds and animals that share our local spaces and golf course sanctuaries.