Monday, July 26, 2010

Wilma

I shot this photo of her in April.  Sadly, Grandfather Mountain announced today that they put this eagle to sleep.  "Wilma wasn't able to fly because of her injury," said Animal Habitat Manager Christie Tipton. "She's in a better place now where she'll always be able to fly."

Sunday, July 25, 2010

Balloon Glow

I shot this one across a nearly darkened field, lit only by the glow of distant street lights. You can see just how much light the one balloon puts out in a matter of seconds (1.3).  You can barely see the outline of the one which isn't firing his burners.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Freckles and Curls

I've been waiting for a while to post this photo. It was taken at a 35th wedding anniversary party I was shooting and I only knew a few of the attendees.  I would have posted this one the day I shot it but I wanted to track down her parents for permission to use it. It took a little time but I found them and thankfully they obliged me so here it is! 

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Bristol Dragway

I had a blast Friday evening at the Thunder Valley Nationals.  I had no idea that there would be fireworks (besides the 8000 HP drag cars) but I was pleasantly surprised.  They fired them off at the perfect time of evening too. The panning shot on top was ruined by the photographer on the ladder but not terrible for the first time trying. I wanna be beside the guy in the vest down by the wall next year.  If anyone knows how to get me down there, let me know!