Sometimes everything just works out. 3 hours of driving through inky-black darkness leaves a lot of time for me to wonder if I packed the memory cards. If I left early enough. If the pass would be icy. Don’t question it. Just go. #canadianrockies #explorealberta #winterwonderland #mountainscapes

It wouldn’t be January in Canada without visiting a frozen lake. This year was especially windy; leaving the ice polished like glass and me hanging onto my tripod for dear life!

Ok, twice per decade - but only if citrus is available (not mine!) #kingfisher #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds #nikoncreators

Gatorade? Acid? This lake caught my eye while capturing overhead footage on our hike. Would you risk taking a dip? (Necessary permits were obtained to complete this flight) #iceland #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #moodygrams #earthoutdoors #aerial #dji

Once a decade, a bird will perch on a mossy, unobstructed log. #kingfisher #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds #nikoncreators

Two words. Wet. Drone. #iceland #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #earthoutdoors #aerial #dji #drone #panorama #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

Same waterfall, 5 hours apart. We stayed by this waterfall for 5 days while exploring the southwest highlands. They were long days of driving and hiking that revealed the best Iceland has to offer. Grand vistas and otherworldly structures alike. But, this little waterfall felt overlooked.

Having fun with different shutter speeds on the beach. #scotland #isleofharris #naturephotography #landscapephotography #hellofrom #nikonuk #earthoutdoors #earthtones #roamtheplanet

The excitement on this owlet’s face after spotting mom is something I think about often. Pure joy and love. Nature is beautiful. #wildlifephotography #owlsome #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds #nikoncreators

The Mess. Carved by glacier, scarred by runoff, stained by eruption. #iceland #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #earthoutdoors #aerial #dji #drone #panorama #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

Eastern Kingbird eye-balling me. #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds #nikoncreators

Clouds are the wildcard in photography. They can completely ruin a scene - even a whole day. Or, they will transform the light and make something amazing happen! #iceland #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #moodygrams #earthoutdoors #nikoncreators

You can hike a 49km loop at this location. We only had time for a quarter of it, but I’d like to go back someday and see more. Every hill revealed another surprise as you walked the ridge line. (Necessary permits were obtained to complete this flight) #iceland #visiticeland #dji #aerial #drone

A downpour on the plains. #iceland #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #nikoncreators #earthoutdoors #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

I promise you Hekla was, in fact, not erupting when this photo was taken. #iceland #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #nikoncreators #moodygrams #earthoutdoors #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

At Christmas time, Icelandic locals celebrate by harvesting Yüleþide grasses for their hearths. #nottrueatall #iceland #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #nikoncreators #moodygrams #earthoutdoors #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

When mom says “We have food at home” and then pulls a stiff vole from the pantry. #wildlifephotography #owlsome #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

These little guys really made my summer. #wildlifephotography #owlsome #owlsofinstagram #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

Confession: I struggle with landscape during the summer. I can think of a few reasons, but it doesn’t matter. I’m working at it and I’m thrilled with how these shots turned out. #explorealberta #outdoors #nikoncanada #landscapephotography #nature #naturephotography

A blue jay was nearby disturbing the peace when I showed up and became caught in the collateral death stare. #wildlifephotography #owlsome #owlsofinstagram #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

Puffballs enjoying a sunset rave. #nature #naturephotography #flowers #macro

Summer things. #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #flowers #macro

This owlet duet is about to drop the hottest mixtape. #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

Guess the age of this canyon and win a prize! Trick question. The installation of a hydroelectric dam just a few years ago revealed this landmark. But the basalt columns themselves are millions of years in the making. #iceland #visiticeland #photography #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

Bed Head #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

Clouds breaking. #scotland #isleoflewis #naturephotography #landscapephotography #hellofrom #earthoutdoors #earthtones #roamtheplanet #moodygrams

You might be cozy, but have you ever been Warbler in an Artisianal Spider Silk Nest Cozy? #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

I dunno what to say here. Not every match is a mate? #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

Fancy an apple? #iceland #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #nikoncreators #moodygrams #earthoutdoors #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

Are you an owlet looking to bulk up? Try the Mice and Vole Diet today! Double your floof size in two weeks, guaranteed or your feathers back! #owls #owl #greathornedowl #owlsofinstagram #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birds

Happy Canada Day, my friends. 🇨🇦🍁

Here’s a waterfall. Happy Thursday! #iceland #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #nikoncreators #moodygrams #earthoutdoors #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

It had been a gale for almost 24 hours. So, at this point I could tell you that I staked out an epic composition and rode the storm out of sheer love for the game. This would be untruthful, for I was inside when this light broke out and I dashed like a mad man to make a few photos. #storm #sunset

Owlets are basically little, drunk, adult owls. Watch this space for the upcoming shenanigans. #owls #owl #greathornedowl #owlsofinstagram #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birds

A Black-crowned Night Heron looking for breakfast. #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

Hiking through the paint strokes of colour left by geothermal vents. #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #nikoncreators #moodygrams #earthoutdoors #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

They claim dinosaurs are extinct. #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

Great Horned Fan Club roll call! #owls #owl #greathornedowl #owlsofinstagram #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

You would not be faulted for thinking these cliffs were in the Faroes. I snapped these while enjoying a sunset in the Westfjords of Iceland. #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #nikoncreators #moodygrams #earthoutdoors #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom #sunset

I’m fairly sure this is a Starling chick! I was lying in the grass for the best angle, but I kept having to wiggle backwards as the little thing waddled towards me! Eventually, safe haven was found in the tall grass. #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birds

Volcanic sand formed by wind and erosion over 200 years. Moss that has been growing for 100. Iceland’s geological clock marches onward. #visiticeland #photography #roamtheplanet #earthtones #landscapephotography #nikoncreators #moodygrams #earthoutdoors #inspiredbyiceland #hellofrom

Spring courtship rituals. Waxwings don’t “pebble" but they do engage in a mating behaviour of passing small bits of food back and forth. I’d swoon too, if someone passed a cookie and whispered sweet nothings in my ear. #wildlifephotography #nature #naturephotography #birdphotography #birding #birds

On hot days, owls use gular fluttering to stay cool because they can’t sweat. This involves opening the mouth and wiggling the muscles in their throat to dissipate heat. This owl was also getting a face full of wind. Rough day, I get it.

Windswept sunrise. I had a ferry to catch, but I couldn’t resist one more trip to the beach on what promised to be a windy, but golden morning. Yes, I made it on the ferry. 😄

Tundra Swans swoop over the last sheet of ice.

Last shot of the day.

Re-visiting some data I captured in 2022. I lost some individual frames that night due to a temperature swing that knocked the focus on my telescope. Plus, it was the middle of summer, so very little time in the night. Still, I love the colours of the Trifid.

Life in Colour.

A collection of sunrises from a collection of hikes.

The Rho Ophiuchi Cloud Complex is close to the horizon at my latitude. The cotton-candy-look has always appealed to me. Every May/June I’ll travel a few degrees further south to a dark sky location with unobstructed horizons.