Fur or Feathers? Part Two

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Feathers today. The Common Loon.  Not very colorful, but their missile like shape and the beautiful patterns on their feathers make them a favorite of photographers everywhere. They also have an amazing array of sounds.  Many years ago I stood … Continue reading

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Nature’s Calendar by Ron Toel

I forgot I had this one saved up.  Sorry bout that! July MAMMALS Young raccoons leave dens. Long tailed weasels begin to mate. Second batch of squirrel babies are born. Mink kits leave den. Fawns much more active in the … Continue reading

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Reading Your Subject…A Splash of Color…Piecework

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I have not previously shared any of the below pictures. When I am about to photograph historic architecture, the first decision I make is whether I want it to be black and white, or color.  On most occasions I finalize that … Continue reading

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7/4/12

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Please allow a few moments for the images to become clear. Female Brown-headed Cowbird Female Red-winged Blackbird Killdeer

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Feathers or Fur….Part One

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Fur today. Most North American wildlife photographers create images of more birds than anything else….and why not.  Birds are interesting, often colorful, and most birds are around in the light of day.  There are many magazines, calendars, books and entire … Continue reading

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Building Confidence

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I think the primary reason that I still remain involved with photography, is that I love viewing and commenting on other people’s imagery.  I use Flickr and the Earth Images group (sometimes Facebook) as my primary vehicle for keeping in … Continue reading

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The Nature of Bong State Recreation Area

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The article below was written by me around the year 2000.  I recently found it in a drawer.  It was written on an old Earth Images letterhead.  I am reprinting it for those of you  residing in Wisconsin or northeastern … Continue reading

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Creative Choices

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With today’s cameras you see more and more wildlife images that are made with “total depth of field”.  In other words every part of the bird or mammal is in focus.  The sensors on many newer cameras are becoming almost … Continue reading

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Animal Adventures by Ron Toel

This is the 15th and last in a series of my encounters with wildlife of our natural world that surrounds us. Yes, some were planned, however, most were not. These stories were written not only for YOUR enjoyment, but to … Continue reading

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Who’s Leading The Pack?……Today’s Nature Photographers

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The article below is made up of my opinions and only my opinions. I haven’t shared my latest thoughts on who is (in my opinion) the best of the current crop of nature photographers.  My opinions these days come mostly … Continue reading

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