The Old Chevy Truck
Flying in Formation
The old Schmidt Brewery, Tumwater, Washington
Northern Lights from the Ellinor Trailhead, Mason County, Washington, 2024
Moored quietly in Puget Sound near Tacoma, Washington, the LT-2076 rests as both a vessel of history and a striking subject of beauty. Once serving as a U.S. Army tugboat, the LT-2076 was built for strength and endurance—tasked with guiding ships, transporting supplies, and performing the essential but often unseen work that kept military operations moving. Today, captured in this 2023 photograph, the tug stands in peaceful contrast to its industrious past, its steel silhouette set against the ever-changing waters and skies of the Pacific Northwest. More than a working boat, it is now a living reminder of service, resilience, and maritime heritage.
Above the windswept coast near Copalis Beach, Washington, three pelicans glide gracefully in perfect formation. Their wings cut silently through the air, a striking contrast against the soft, clouded sky. In this fleeting moment, the elegance of nature’s rhythm is revealed—majestic birds carried effortlessly on the coastal breeze, embodying both strength and serenity.
In the heart of Montana’s winter wilderness, this portrait captures a grizzly bear on a cold, snowy January day. Against the stark whiteness of falling snow, the bear’s massive form and piercing gaze command attention—an image of raw strength, resilience, and quiet majesty. This fleeting moment reveals not just the harsh beauty of the season, but the enduring spirit of one of North America’s most iconic creature.
We found this Big Horn Ram posing for the camera right along the highway into Gardiner Montana.
A beautiful adult male Grizzly Bear we saw in Montana.
A lone coyote walking the roadway in the Lamar Valley, Yellowstone National Park.
Bull Bison tend to hang out with other Bulls or alone during the non mating season. These three magnificent animals were observed in the Lamar Valley, Yellowstone National Park.
This is the remains of the wreck of the Peter Iredale that ran aground in a storm near Fort Stevens near the mouth of the Columbia River in 1906. There were no casualties.
"Tatonka Too"
Once, an estimated 30 million bison thundered across the Great Plains, shaping both the land and the lives of the Plains tribes who revered them. By 1884, their numbers had been driven to near extinction—reduced to just 325 animals, a tragic chapter in American history tied to efforts to break the spirit of the Native peoples. Yet today, through careful conservation, the bison endures. With more than half a million roaming the plains and protected National Parks, this powerful creature stands as a living symbol of resilience, survival, and the untamed spirit of the American West.
Lateral Falls, tucked within the lush Columbia River Gorge of Oregon, is a scene of timeless beauty. Cascading gracefully through moss-draped cliffs and ancient basalt formations, the falls reflect the geological forces that shaped this canyon more than 15 million years ago, when massive lava flows and cataclysmic Ice Age floods carved the Gorge into what we see today. Long revered as a place of abundance and spirit by Indigenous peoples, the Columbia Gorge remains one of the Northwest’s most treasured landscapes. In this photograph, the soft rush of water and the emerald green of the forest create a moment of stillness—an intimate glimpse into the enduring power and serenity of nature.
A Green Sea Turtle Swimming off the Coast of Maui
Big Waves at Cape Disappointment
Racing the Storm
As dark clouds roll in and the Pacific grows restless, this fishing boat makes its urgent return to port at Ocean Shores, Washington. Scenes like this echo the long history of the Pacific Northwest’s coastal communities, where generations of fishermen have braved unpredictable seas in pursuit of their livelihood. The drama of the approaching storm, the foaming waters, and the determined vessel capture not only the peril of the moment but also the enduring spirit of those who work the ocean’s edge—resilient, steadfast, and forever racing the storm.
As dark clouds roll in and the Pacific grows restless, this fishing boat makes its urgent return to port at Ocean Shores, Washington. Scenes like this echo the long history of the Pacific Northwest’s coastal communities, where generations of fishermen have braved unpredictable seas in pursuit of their livelihood. The drama of the approaching storm, the foaming waters, and the determined vessel capture not only the peril of the moment but also the enduring spirit of those who work the ocean’s edge—resilient, steadfast, and forever racing the storm.
Kalalau Lookout, Kauai
From the Kalalau Lookout, the legendary Nā Pali Coast stretches into view—a landscape as dramatic as it is timeless. On this evening, as the sun lowered toward the horizon, the clouds parted just long enough to reveal the jagged emerald cliffs plunging into the Pacific, their ridges glowing in the fading light. This coastline, inaccessible by road, has remained much as it was centuries ago, when Native Hawaiians cultivated taro in the fertile valley below and lived in harmony with the land and sea. Today, Kalalau Lookout offers a fleeting glimpse into that past, while also presenting one of the most breathtaking vistas in all of Hawaii. Captured here at sunset, the scene reflects both the enduring power of nature and the deep cultural history it holds.
From the Kalalau Lookout, the legendary Nā Pali Coast stretches into view—a landscape as dramatic as it is timeless. On this evening, as the sun lowered toward the horizon, the clouds parted just long enough to reveal the jagged emerald cliffs plunging into the Pacific, their ridges glowing in the fading light. This coastline, inaccessible by road, has remained much as it was centuries ago, when Native Hawaiians cultivated taro in the fertile valley below and lived in harmony with the land and sea. Today, Kalalau Lookout offers a fleeting glimpse into that past, while also presenting one of the most breathtaking vistas in all of Hawaii. Captured here at sunset, the scene reflects both the enduring power of nature and the deep cultural history it holds.
A Starry Night at the Old Church, Hanalei, Kauai
Beneath a sky ablaze with stars, the historic Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church in Hanalei stands as a quiet sentinel of time. Built in the 1830s by Christian missionaries and lovingly restored after storms and floods, the church has long been a gathering place for the people of Kauai’s North Shore. Its green gothic-style architecture, framed by the towering Hanalei mountains, tells a story of resilience and faith in a place where tradition and nature remain deeply intertwined. Captured under the brilliance of a Hawaiian night, this photograph reflects not only the beauty of Hanalei Valley but also the enduring spirit of a community rooted in history and illuminated by the heavens above.
Beneath a sky ablaze with stars, the historic Waiʻoli Huiʻia Church in Hanalei stands as a quiet sentinel of time. Built in the 1830s by Christian missionaries and lovingly restored after storms and floods, the church has long been a gathering place for the people of Kauai’s North Shore. Its green gothic-style architecture, framed by the towering Hanalei mountains, tells a story of resilience and faith in a place where tradition and nature remain deeply intertwined. Captured under the brilliance of a Hawaiian night, this photograph reflects not only the beauty of Hanalei Valley but also the enduring spirit of a community rooted in history and illuminated by the heavens above.
Haystack Rock, Cannon Beach, Oregon
Thor's Well, Cape Perpetua, Oregon
Bald Eagles Sparring, Seabeck, WA
As Night Falls at the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, Tacoma, Washington
Guarding the Nest, Sterling Hwy, Alaska
Squirrel Protecting his Domain
“As Night Falls and the Storm Begins. . ."
The Clouds grow darker and the wind begins to howl, The tide rises and the wave become spectacular at Cape Disappointment State Park, Washington. This place provides a ring side seat to the power of the Sea.
"Lightning Strike through the Looking Glass"
Cape Disappointment, Illwaco, WA
“The Ancient Mariner”
Once a proud working vessel, this old boat spent its life braving rough seas and unforgiving storms in pursuit of the day’s catch. Generations of Pacific Northwest fishermen relied on ships like this—sturdy, dependable, and built to endure the hardships of life at sea. Now retired to the shore at Cosmopolis, Washington, the vessel rests in quiet dignity, slowly surrendering to time and the elements. Weathered wood, rusting metal, and peeling paint tell their own story—a reminder of the region’s maritime heritage and the enduring spirit of those who made their living from the sea.
Once a proud working vessel, this old boat spent its life braving rough seas and unforgiving storms in pursuit of the day’s catch. Generations of Pacific Northwest fishermen relied on ships like this—sturdy, dependable, and built to endure the hardships of life at sea. Now retired to the shore at Cosmopolis, Washington, the vessel rests in quiet dignity, slowly surrendering to time and the elements. Weathered wood, rusting metal, and peeling paint tell their own story—a reminder of the region’s maritime heritage and the enduring spirit of those who made their living from the sea.
“Dammit, Toto, We Are Still in Kansas”
As the storm clouds break and calm returns, the weathered old schoolhouse seems to have landed gently back on the Kansas plains. One can almost imagine Dorothy and Toto, peering out in dismay, realizing their journey has not whisked them away but kept them firmly rooted in the heartland. Kansas, often immortalized in The Wizard of Oz, has long been defined by its sweeping skies, powerful storms, and rural landmarks like this schoolhouse—symbols of resilience, endurance, and the American spirit. This photograph blends a touch of humor with a sense of place, grounding a classic tale in the enduring landscapes of the Midwest.
As the storm clouds break and calm returns, the weathered old schoolhouse seems to have landed gently back on the Kansas plains. One can almost imagine Dorothy and Toto, peering out in dismay, realizing their journey has not whisked them away but kept them firmly rooted in the heartland. Kansas, often immortalized in The Wizard of Oz, has long been defined by its sweeping skies, powerful storms, and rural landmarks like this schoolhouse—symbols of resilience, endurance, and the American spirit. This photograph blends a touch of humor with a sense of place, grounding a classic tale in the enduring landscapes of the Midwest.
“Up Close and Personal”
Perched silently among the branches, this old owl watches with the patience of a seasoned hunter—every movement below measured against the possibility of prey or danger. Captured in extraordinary detail, the reflection in his eyes reveals not only his keen awareness of the world around him, but also the timeless mystery these birds have long embodied. Throughout history and across cultures, owls have been revered as symbols of wisdom, guardians of the night, and messengers between the seen and unseen. In this intimate portrait, the viewer comes face to face with that enduring spirit—an invitation to witness the wild with a closeness rarely granted.
Perched silently among the branches, this old owl watches with the patience of a seasoned hunter—every movement below measured against the possibility of prey or danger. Captured in extraordinary detail, the reflection in his eyes reveals not only his keen awareness of the world around him, but also the timeless mystery these birds have long embodied. Throughout history and across cultures, owls have been revered as symbols of wisdom, guardians of the night, and messengers between the seen and unseen. In this intimate portrait, the viewer comes face to face with that enduring spirit—an invitation to witness the wild with a closeness rarely granted.
The Old Car in a Field of Flowers
