Photographing the Incredible Beauty of Wildlife and Landscapes While Exploring Close to Home

 

There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t consciously appreciate where I live, or that I have the ability and means to enjoy photography in this area. Sometimes that means simply heading out to my garden, and sometimes that means taking a trip to the coast. If I’ve planned ahead well, it means traveling to various locations in the western United States and beyond. The variety and incredible beauty of the wildlife and landscapes that are found here are abundant. I’ve barely scratched the surface. Yet, I can visit the same place over and over while still walking away with unique photos. This holds true for the Point Reyes National Seashore.

Point Reyes National Seashore

 

Until a few years ago, I had only visited the Point Reyes area probably twice. I would explore the area and photograph landscapes in which I thought had nice lighting or interesting lines or formation. But, later I learned that this area was wonderful for wildlife. Isn’t it funny that you look right past something until it is on your radar, and then you see it everywhere? That’s what happened with me and Point Reyes National Seashore. Once I discovered the abundant wildlife opportunities there, I saw them everywhere!

It also helped to have a couple of like-minded fellow photographers who were interested in wildlife photography. We hired a guide and he was able to find, point out, and lead us to a plethora of animals.

I am really not good with identifying birds, but I’m learning, sometimes even surprising myself!

Happy Sparrow

 

Jack Rabbit

 
 


 

Bobcat

 

Kestrel

 
great blue heron

Great Blue Heron

 

Recently, I was inspired to stay a little closer to home since I’ve enjoyed so many wonderful trips in the last few months. I think it is important to find the beauty at home as well as distant locations. Sometimes I forget what a gorgeous area this is and that many people travel HERE to Northern California to photograph landscapes and wildlife.

 

From past trips

 

I hope you are able to explore close to your home and find some interesting subjects to photograph. I’d love to hear about your favorite places to shoot both near and far. Make it a great week!

 
 

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As a published, featured northern California fine art photographer living in the greater Sacramento area, I specialize in fine art landscape and still life photography. My style is authentic, fresh and personality-driven. I offer several educational opportunities including workshops and photography mentoring. You can learn about them by going to SERVICES. While currently living in rural northern California with my husband and a couple thousand walnut trees, I post regularly to Instagram.

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