From the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica to the powder soft sand of St. Augustine Beach, Florida it’s been quite the whirlwind. The birds here are just as wonderful as Costa Rica, although not nearly as many species. Needless to say, it didn’t take me long to get […]
As a wildlife photographer, there is nothing more rewarding than being able to spend time watching a subject relaxed and going on with their daily lives as if you’re not present. While staying at Selva Verde Lodge in Sarapiqui, Costa Rica my friend and I crossed the road […]
Sometimes the smallest creatures can make the biggest sounds. Such is the case of the Mantled Howler monkeys in Costa Rica. Found living in the tree canopies of lowland and montane forests, these monkeys are the early morning alarm. In fact, their howls are so loud, they can […]
Please forgive me, my dear readers and followers. After my last posting, I got hit with a bad cold that stopped me in my tracks. No energy, no attention span for two weeks has kept me off grid during that time. I confess though, I enjoyed the break […]
Finally after a long year of waiting, I was able to return to Conowingo Dam in Darlington, Maryland and the Bald Eagles. It was heartening to find that the population has greatly increased this year, as seen in this one full-frame capture with over 40 eagles in the […]
When staying at The Peace Lodge at the La Paz Waterfall Gardens plenty of close encounters of the Costa Rica kind can be found. One of their best is a hidden secret in the hummingbird garden. Twice a day, at 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. visitors can feed […]
“Waking Up Our Senses” As you begin your walk towards the main crater, observe the wonders that surround you in this majestic park. Feel the kiss of the brisk mountain breeze, for it will be your constant companion as you explore the beauty of the volcano. Breathe deeply […]
The birds were plentiful at Poas Volcano Lodge. With a number of species, our short stay there allowed us to bird before sunset and at sunrise the next morning. Rising a new set of challenges as a bird photographer. Low light, overcast skies and quick moving birds made […]
It was to be a short visit to Costa Rica and our ultimate destination was to be the Selva Verde Lodge in Sarapiqui. But it was the mountains that were calling me. With their cloud forests and cool evening temperatures, the romance of Costa Rica’s tropical mountains were […]
It’s great to be back home, although it was hard to leave beautiful, verdant and lush Costa Rica. One of my stops was at the Peace Lodge, and after breakfast we’d go and feed the hummingbirds, then go and play with the toucans. I’m working through 4,000 images […]
Emily Carter ~ Nature as Art 