A black and white photograph of a raccoon looking out from the ferns at Point Defiance Park, Tacoma, Washington.
Nikon D80, Nikkor 18-200 mm ƒ3.5-5.6 lens, ISO 400, 170 mm, ƒ6.3, 1/125 second.
Part of my Pacific Northwest black and white nature photography series.
There’s a certain magic to black and white landscape photography, particularly in how it captures the rawness and untamed spirit of the Pacific Northwest. The absence of color creates a stark contrast, forcing the eye to focus on the interplay of light and shadow, texture and form. This is precisely what drew me to Christine…
Ever since I picked up a camera in 2007, old barns have been a subject that keeps drawing me back. My attraction to these classic structures could be the architectural design or the textures of the weathered barn wood. Maybe it’s the yearning for a simpler time or the stories that old barn could tell….
The forests of the Pacific Northwest are a beautiful place to photograph, especially during the summer months. The trees are lush and full, the light is dappled and enchanting, and there’s an overall feeling of peace and tranquility.
As the longest day gives way to the twilight of the Summer Solstice, I find myself standing at Cape Disappointment State Park in Washington. The rugged cliffs embrace me, and the rhythmic crash of waves below is a soothing lullaby. The air carries a salty tang, a reminder of the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean stretching beyond the horizon.
For those born after 1980, this question doesn’t apply to you. The following is my story of the historical Pacific Northwest day. Sunday, May 18. 1980, at 8:32 AM, a significant eruption of Mt. St Helens occurred. I was 16. I was with my dad and cousin at a bass fishing tournament on Silver Lake…
Instead of planning my photos, I prefer to explore the landscape with my camera. Experiencing nature first allows me to be open to the light and landscape before me. I started the day exploring the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Randle, Washington. I knew snow still covered many forest roads in May. After photographing along…