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Vultures: Nature's Garbage Men
April 25, 2024 - Vultures: Nature's Garbage Men
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Vultures get a bad rap. They're associated with death.
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Lake Manly Panorama
April 16, 2024 - In years with a good amount of rain, the area known as Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park will temporarily tra...
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5 unique wildflower photography techniques
April 11, 2024 - Wildflower Photography: 5 Tips for Capturing Unique Wildflower Images
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Spring is one...
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California Desert Sunrise
April 09, 2024 - Water is the key to life in the desert, including the wildflowers that grow there. This is just one area within the 948...
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Nothing but butt - when wildlife just won't cooperate
February 22, 2024 - Text and photos by Heather Cline
There are no educational moments here. No inspiration. No profound thoughts. Just a co...
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The number one thing you can do to improve your photography
February 15, 2024 - The Number One Thing You Can Do To Improve Your Photography
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Purple striped jellyfis...
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Get Low
February 08, 2024 - Get Low: How Getting Low Will Improve Your Compositions
Text and photos by Heather Cline
There is an endless supply of...
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Species Highlight: Otters
February 01, 2024 - Species Highlight: Otters
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Mother sea otter with pup
Did you know there are 13 differ...
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Out for an afternoon stroll
January 30, 2024 - I spotted this guy out for an afternoon stroll while looking for bobcats in Southern California. He was most likely out...
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Creative Tree Photography Ideas
January 25, 2024 - Creative Tree Photography Ideas
Text and photos by Heather Cline
One of the best symbols of nature is trees. They co...
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Balancing photography and family vacations
December 27, 2023 - Text and photos by Heather Cline
Green-crowned Brilliant Hummingbird, Costa RIca
If you enjoy photography (or anythi...
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Species Highlight: Acorn Woodpeckers
December 13, 2023 - Species Highlight: Acorn Woodpeckers
Text and photos by Heather Cline
The Acorn Woodpecker is a fascinating bird that...
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That magic light
November 08, 2023 - That Magic Light - And How it Transforms Your Photos
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Young Blacktail Buck spotlight...
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The cost of a photo
November 02, 2023 - The cost of a photo
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Purple-striped Jellyfish abstract
If you saw this photo print...
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Fall color travel destinations 2023
October 04, 2023 - Fall Color 2023: Where To Go For Fall Foliage
Text and photography by Heather Cline
Fall is officially here. This is o...
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Where's Waldo and other hidden critters
September 27, 2023 - Where's Waldo and other hidden critters
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Several years ago, I posted this same topic...
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The one that did not get away
September 20, 2023 - The one that did not get away
Text and photos by Heather Cline
You always hear about the one that got away, but what...
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Mirror image
September 13, 2023 - Mirror Image: Reflections in Nature
Text and photos by Heather Cline
I don't know about you but I'm a sucker for a goo...
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Camera lenses: to zoom or prime
September 06, 2023 - Camera lenses: to zoom or prime?
Text and photos by Heather Cline
American Bison, Yellowstone National Park
Photogr...
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The Mighty Ancient Bristlecone
December 28, 2022 - Text and photos by Heather Cline
Ancient Bristlecone pine trees are special species of tree for many reasons, including...
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Seven reasons to avoid getting into nature photography
December 07, 2022 - Text and photos by Heather Cline
Evening thunderstorm, Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge
While nature photography...
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Fall Macro
November 30, 2022 - Ideas and Tips for Fall Macro Photography
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Leaf on pine cones
Every season comes wi...
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Migrations
November 23, 2022 - Migrations: Natures most fascinating story
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Waterfowl overwintering at the Sacrament...
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Using your vehicle as a photography blind
November 16, 2022 - Using your vehicle as a photography blind
Text and photos by Heather Cline
American Widgeon (male), Sacramento Natio...
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Location Profile: Alabama Hills
October 26, 2022 - Location Profile: Alabama Hills Text and photos by Heather Cline
Alabama Hills may be best known as a filming location...
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Species highlight: Bighorn Sheep
October 19, 2022 - Species Highlight: Bighorn Sheep
Text and photos by Heather Cline
The Bighorn sheep is recognized as one species, with...
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Nature Photography: What to shoot in October
September 28, 2022 - Nature Photography: What to shoot in October
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Bull Moose among Autumn color, Teton N...
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5 Tips for dynamic vertical landscapes
September 21, 2022 - 5 Tips for Dynamic Vertical Landscapes
Text and photos by Heather Cline
American River at sunrise
Landscapes are on...
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How to create depth in your photos
September 14, 2022 - 9 Techniques For Creating Depth In Your Nature Photographs
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Zebra and Wildebeests, S...
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Lightroom Presets for Nature Photography
September 07, 2022 - Text and photos by Heather Cline
Lamar River, Yellowstone National Park
If you edit your photos in Lightroom and are...
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Revisiting a landscape location
August 31, 2022 - Revisiting a landscape location
Text and photos by Heather Cline
May Lake, Yosemite High Country
It is natural for...
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Using vignetting to enhance nature photos
August 24, 2022 - Using vignetting to enhance nature photos
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Small unnamed waterfall, South Yuba River...
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Species highlight: Mountain Lion
August 17, 2022 - Species Highlight: Mountain Lion
Text and photos by Heather Cline
The mountain lion goes by many names including puma,...
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Location Profile: Buckskin Gulch
August 10, 2022 - Location Profile: Buckskin Gulch Text and photos by Heather Cline
One of the longest continuous slot canyons in the...
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Avoiding the photography equipment trap
August 03, 2022 - Avoiding the Photography Equipment Trap Text and photos by Heather Cline
Dead Horse Point State Park
If you are new...
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Bold Color in Nature Photography
July 27, 2022 - Bold Color in Nature Photography
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Lake Helen, Lassen National Park
Nature photograp...
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Intimate Landscapes
July 20, 2022 - Capturing Intimate Landscapes In Nature Photography
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Tamarack Creek, Yosemite Nation...
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Improve your photography through critiques
July 13, 2022 - Improve your photography through critiques
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Pools of Mokolea, Kauai
If you are look...
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Species Highlight: American Alligator
July 06, 2022 - Species Highlight: American Alligator
Text and photos by Heather Cline
The American alligator is the largest reptile i...
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Perfect pairs in nature
June 29, 2022 - Twice as Nice: Perfect Pairs In Nature
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Sometimes when I am out taking photos, I fee...
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Location Profile: Joshua Tree National Park
June 15, 2022 - Location Profile: Joshua Tree National Park Text and photos by Heather Cline
Joshua Tree Silhouette
Joshua Tree is o...
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Five creative processes in Photoshop
June 01, 2022 - Wake Up Your Right Brain: Five Creative Processes in Photoshop
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Photoshop is a powerfu...
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Nature Photography as Home Decor
May 25, 2022 - Bring Nature In: How To Incorporate Nature Photography Into Your Home Design
Text and photos by Heather Cline
If you...
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The power of pastels
May 18, 2022 - Color Palettes: The Power of Pastels Text and photos by Heather Cline
Bowling Ball Beach on a cloudy morning
Introdu...
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Temporary themes in nature
May 11, 2022 - Capturing the moment: Temporary Themes in Nature
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Moose at local pond, Flaming Gorge...
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Planning a photography trip
May 04, 2022 - Planning a Photography Trip
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Mammoth Hot Springs at sunrise, Yellowstone National Pa...
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Species highlight: Black-tailed Deer
April 27, 2022 - Species Highlight: Black-tailed deer
Text and photos by Heather Cline
There are 43 species of deer on Earth, with th...
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Magnificent mushrooms
March 30, 2022 - Magnificent Mushrooms: A photographer’s approach
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Chicken of the woods, Redwoods N...
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Bold Black and White
March 16, 2022 - Bold Black and White: How to create dynamic black and white photos
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Twisted Tree, De...
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Shooting the moon
February 09, 2022 - Shooting the moon: Photography during different moon phases
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Pigeon Point Lighthouse...
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Alien Landscapes
February 02, 2022 - Alien Landscapes: No space shuttle required
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Have you ever visited some place that mad...
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Location profile: Mono Lake
January 26, 2022 - Location Profile: Mono Lake Text and photos by Heather Cline
Mono Lake is one of the most beautiful and unique lakes in...
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Creating contrast: silhouettes in nature
January 19, 2022 - Creating Contrast: Silhouettes in Nature
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Oak tree backlit in late afternoon
Silhou...
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Species highlight: Sandhill Crane
January 10, 2022 - Species Highlight: Sandhill Crane
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Introduction
Every fall, I visit national wildli...
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Symmetry in nature photography
January 03, 2022 - Finding Balance: Symmetry in Nature Photography Text and photos by Heather Cline
The definition of symmetry varies ba...
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8 Tips for better wide angle photos
December 27, 2021 - Go Wide: 8 Tips for Better Wide Angle Photos
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Cracked Earth, Death Valley National P...
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Location profile: Lake Tahoe
December 13, 2021 - Location Profile: Lake Tahoe Text and photos by Heather Cline
Lake Tahoe attracts over 2.7 million visitors annually an...
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Species highlight: Pronghorn
November 01, 2021 - Species Highlight: Pronghorn
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Most people who know me or have seen my work know that...
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Location Profile: Lassen National Park
October 25, 2021 - Location Profile: Lassen National Park Text and photos by Heather Cline
Lassen Volcanic National Park features steaming...
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Fall Color locations
October 04, 2021 - Fall Color 2022: Where To Spot The Changing Leaves
Text and photography by Heather Cline
Fall has arrived and the land...
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Fifty shades of purple
September 13, 2021 - Fifty shades of purple: a rare and special color Text and Photos by Heather Cline
Iris
This is my sixth and final arti...
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Aperture: the basics
September 06, 2021 - Aperture: The basics
Text and photos by Heather Cline
There are three basic functions on your camera that provide you...
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Celebrating summer
August 30, 2021 - Celebrating summer
Text and photos by Heather Cline
August is like the Sunday of summer. Long days and warm evenings w...
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Too good to be blue
August 16, 2021 - To Good to be Blue: Using the Color Blue to Enhance Your Images Text and Photos by Heather Cline
Wall, Steinhart Aqua...
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Behind the shot: Cape Kiwanda
August 09, 2021 - Behind the shot: Cape Kiwanda
Text and photos by Heather Cline
From time to time, I like to post information about p...
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Six Classic Design Principles in nature photography
August 02, 2021 - Six Classic Design Principles in nature photography
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Baobob Tree
Visual design is...
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Green with envy
July 19, 2021 - Green With Envy: Using the Color Green to Create Eye-Catching images Text and Photos by Heather Cline
Corn Lilies, La...
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Texture in nature photography
June 28, 2021 - Scratching the surface: Texture in Nature Photography
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Tafoni, California Coastline...
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Location profile: Death Valley
June 21, 2021 - Death Valley National Park has become one of my favorite national parks over the past 15 years. I remember the first tim...
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When life gives you lemons
June 14, 2021 - When life gives you lemons... take a picture!
This post is a continuation of my series on color, and you guessed it, th...
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Photo assignments
June 07, 2021 - Have you ever felt stuck? I have, and it always seems like if I just take one tiny step, I can get unstuck. Photographic...
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Creating compelling water images
May 31, 2021 - Magnificent Mushrooms: A photographer’s approach
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Chicken of the woods, Redwoods N...
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10 tips for your best macro photos
May 24, 2021 - It's the little things in life...
Macro photography is close up photography of small subjects. There are some strict de...
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Location profile: Little Wildhorse Slot Canyon
May 10, 2021 - I visited Little Wild horse Slot Canyon as an add on to a planned trip to Goblin Valley State Park in Utah. If you are n...
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Double exposures
May 03, 2021 - Part of the fun of photography is the ability to experiment with different tools, techniques, and styles, like multiple...
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Infrared Photography
April 12, 2021 - If you haven't come across infrared photography, it is a unique and interesting style of photography that is really fun...
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Avian art
April 05, 2021 - This post isn't going to outline how to capture your best bird shots or what equipment to use because I honestly don't p...
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Location profile: Bowling Ball Beach
March 29, 2021 - I've visited Bowling Ball Beach five times and I've still yet to get what I consider an excellent shot. I've gotten rain...
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Natures panoramas
March 08, 2021 - What is a panorama?
Panoramas are composite images of two or more photos that have been stitched together.
They can be...
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White balance for photography
March 01, 2021 - White balance is an important factor in the creation of a compelling image, even though it doesn't receive the same atte...
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Shooting in bad weather, part 3
February 22, 2021 - A couple years ago, I was in Washington DC for a conference and thought it would be great to get some sunset photos at t...
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Shooting in bad weather, part 1
February 08, 2021 - If you are interested in nature photography, you have, or eventually will have deal with "bad weather" while shooting. I...
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Yosemite grand tour
January 18, 2021 - "Y" is for Yosemite
If you have never been to Yosemite, or are just looking for when and where to go for the best photo...
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Xeric environments
January 11, 2021 - "X" is for Xeric.
According to the Webster dictionary, In 1926 a group of botanists proposed using the term xeric (deri...
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Underrated locations
December 21, 2020 - "U" stands for underrated.
There are the locations that get all the attention, Yosemite, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon......
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Finding Quiet in the world of Nature Photography
November 23, 2020 - "Q" is for Quiet.
The year of 2020 certainly has created many opportunities for solitude, but I'm not sure you could sa...
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2021 Nature Photography Calendar
November 22, 2020 - I am excited to, once again, be offering a nature photography calendar for 2021!
2021 is right around the corner and wh...
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Americas National Parks
November 02, 2020 - "N" is for National Parks. For me - there was no other choice for "N".
I love National Parks and have a goal of visitin...
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Photographing the Milky Way
October 26, 2020 - "M" is for Milky Way. Not the candy bar, but we are close enough to Halloween, I wouldn't blame you for going there... A...
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Juxtaposition in nature photography
October 05, 2020 - "J" is for juxtaposition.
Yeah, that's right, I'm pulling out the fancy college words! It was challenging to think of J...
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Hiking and Nature Photography
September 21, 2020 - "H" is for Hiking!
It pays to enjoy hiking if you are a nature photographer because your feet will get you to a lot mor...
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Guess where
September 14, 2020 - "G" is for guessing games. Can you guess where these photos were taken?
There are 3 photos from each location. Some are...
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Focus Stacking
September 07, 2020 - "F" is for Focus Stacking.
When you are shooting a landscape, you generally want everything from the front of your imag...
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Dodging and burning
August 24, 2020 - "D" is for Dodging and Burning.
While post processing techniques are performed digitally today, these all started in a...
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The value of compression in photography
August 17, 2020 - "C "is for compression.
You thought I was going to say composition, didn't you? I actually wrote an article covering 19...
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Black and White Photography
August 10, 2020 - If you read my last post, you'll understand the next sentence. "B" is for Black and White.
When I started in the wonder...
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Abstract photography
August 03, 2020 - It's been over a year since my last post - a rough year. Several things have contributed to it but mostly losing my cats...
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The strength of color in photography
May 09, 2019 - This post is all about color!
Have you ever wondered what role color plays in photographs you view or create? I did, so...
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2019 Photography Calendar
November 19, 2018 - 2019 Calendar
My 2019 Nature Photography Calendar is out!
I have selected 12 images from a variety of scenic locations...
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How to: photographing waterfalls
October 02, 2018 - When I am planning a photography trip, I am always on the lookout for waterfalls. I don't care if they are short, tall,...
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Background check
August 04, 2018 - Taking a great picture requires more than just pointing and shooting. You have to think about composition, lighting, exp...
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One shot five ways: pulling more images out of a subject
May 07, 2018 - I stumbled across this juniper tree 8 years ago while visiting Joshua Tree National Park for the first time. I was immed...
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Scouting in the valley of death
February 03, 2018 - I traveled to Death Valley recently and thought I'd share my experience when I am scouting shots. Scouting is built into...
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2018 Nature Photography Calendar
November 22, 2017 - I am excited to announce my first annual nature photography calendar!
2018 is right around the corner and what better w...
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Using fill flash to improve your photographs
November 03, 2017 - Using a flash can improve your images but it is important to know when, why, and how to use them.
Most consumer cameras...
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High Dynamic Range
September 19, 2017 - High Dynamic Range
Text and photos by Heather Cline
Let's pretend you walk up on a sweet landscape, pull out your came...
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Double exposures
September 03, 2017 - I have been playing with double (and multiple) exposures lately and thought it would be fun to share a few. There are so...
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Introduction to Macro Photography
August 01, 2017 - Macro photography gives you the opportunity to see the world in new ways by shooting your subject from a close distance.
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Photography workshop: lighting up the night
July 08, 2017 - If you are looking to take your photography to the next level, a workshop might be just what you need.
When I first s...
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5 tips to better nature photography
June 28, 2017 - If you are actively pursuing nature photography, you know how challenging it can be. Your shooting schedule may be const...
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Reflections
December 19, 2016 - As I was sorting through my stock of photos for a different post, I noticed I've captured a lot of reflections shots ove...
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Using the sun burst effect to create dramatic photos
July 27, 2016 - Star effects in photography go by various names including: Sun stars, Star bursts, and Sun bursts. I tend to lean toward...
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Carrizo Plains National Monument - Wildflowers
April 10, 2016 - This is a trip report from a recent trip I took to Carrizo Plains National Monument. If you are not familiar with this p...
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Raw versus cooked; how they compare
February 14, 2016 - A friend of mine recently asked me to post some of my RAW images. At first I thought, that’s like asking me to give a sp...
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