Field Notes
Bellagio Fountain Meets Vegas Sunset
Sometimes the best photography happens when you least expect it. During a conference weekend in Las Vegas, I found myself with camera in hand as the desert sun painted the Bellagio fountain in pure gold.
Bid Now: Photography Print for Children's Museum
I donated a $250 photography print to support the Sarasota Children's Museum. Bid through July 18th and help fund their mobile STEAM education.
Why I Left Sony for Nikon After Eight Years
After eight years with Sony, I switched to Nikon for my wildlife photography. Here's why Nikon's firmware strategy and PF lens technology convinced me to leave a system I knew inside and out.
Kelp and Golden Light at Oregon's Cannon Beach
The weekend forecast promised nothing but rain. When clouds parted for thirty minutes at sunset, Cannon Beach delivered pure magic—complete with an unexpected kelp treasure perfectly positioned for the shot.
Capturing Rome's Castel Sant'Angelo at Sunrise
Sometimes travel's disruptions create the best opportunities. My first morning in Rome, jet lagged and sleepless, I discovered Castel Sant'Angelo bathed in perfect pre-dawn light—a moment that taught me to embrace the unexpected gifts of early rising.
European Christmas Markets: A Photography Tour
Experience the warmth and wonder of European Christmas markets through Jonathan Gardner's photography journey with his new Leica Q3 43 camera.