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Ember in the Canopy

Here’s a red-eyed vireo (Vireo olivaceus)—the first I’ve ever photographed, and quite possibly the first I’ve ever seen. Such a cool moment. It dropped by while Charlie and I were outside, enjoying a bit of birdwatching together.

Step into a world where even the smallest moments—like the glint in a bird's eye—tell their own story.

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Angel Wings: A Tandem Flight

Two rock pigeons (Columba livia), perfectly aligned one above the other, glide in tandem through the air. There's a painterly quality to the image—a softness and grace that feels almost brushstroked. I can imagine it printed on canvas, where its quiet elegance would truly shine.

If you're a fan of stunning dove imagery, be sure to explore my photo gallery for a collection of beautiful snapshots that capture their elegance and charm.

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Commitment to the Deep

This image of a brown pelican diving was originally out of focus, but post-processing brought out a crisper, more defined look—though in an abstract, painterly sort of way. I like it.

My granddaughter has all her ducks in a row. Now it's my turn.

Sky Shadow

This vulture soared above, its silhouette slicing the sky. Thoughtful edits brought out its rugged essence—feathers textured like brushstrokes, colors echoing a western palette. The final image blends realism with painterly grace.

White Ghost of the Tide

This image captures a snowy egret (Egretta thula) I observed hunting in a tidal pool along the beach in Gulfport, Mississippi.

Explore a curated collection of heron and egret images in my photo gallery. Take a look!

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Mystical Grackle

When we’re out walking, I’m always scanning for birds, especially species that aren’t common in the area. I spotted this blackbird as it settled beneath a distant pine tree. The challenge of photographing a bird from afar, especially while holding the camera off-hand, is that I’m never quite sure whether I’ve focused on the bird itself or its surroundings. In this case, it was likely the latter—making me almost hesitant to share the shot. Still, the iridescent blue tint on the head and tail of this common grackle (Quiscalus quiscula) is striking.

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1 June 2025

I often call Charlie 'Charlie McGee' or some other variation, in tribute to his Scottish heritage. He's a border collie, after all. Of course, he's completely unaware of all that—except for the 'Charlie' part; he knows his name. When we're out in the yard and he wanders off, all I have to do is call, 'Charlie!' and he comes running around the corner. He’s every bit a working dog, always accompanying me when there’s yard work to do. Though his role is more supervisory—lounging in the shade while I cut the grass or, as I like to say in French, 'mow-de-lawn'—a classic grandpa joke. He does his part well. When he first arrived at our home, he spent much of his time trying to herd us around—must be in his genes.

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