A Nikon photographer, inspired to craft visual stories through the pictures and videos I capture. ©️ All rights reserved.

Cleveland

  • Nature’s Jewels: Photographing Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds

    Nature’s Jewels: Photographing Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds

    I’m always fascinated by tiny creatures like hummingbirds. Their arrival brings hope, showing that no matter how small you are, you can survive and thrive. The closer you observe these Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, the more patterns and beautiful color palettes you’ll discover. They display a stunning array of greens, shades, blacks, and the signature shiny…

  • Feathers and Flight: Witnessing the Magic of Cardinal Parenthood

    Feathers and Flight: Witnessing the Magic of Cardinal Parenthood

    It’s not every day I get to see baby Red Cardinals trying their first flight, but last year, I saw it right in our backyard. Cardinals are pretty protective and cautious. As I moved to get a better view of the baby, the dad cardinal kept a close eye on me, making sure I…

  • Solar Eclipse: A Surprising Photobomb!

    Solar Eclipse: A Surprising Photobomb!

    Photographing solar eclipse was an unforgettable experience, but the highlight wasn’t just the celestial event itself! As I was snapping away, I noticed what I thought was a mere tree branch in my shot. However, during post processing of raw files, upon closer inspection, it turned out to be a cleverly timed photobomb by…

  • Capturing the Magic: Thunderbirds’ Mirror Passes at the 2019 Cleveland Airshow

    Capturing the Magic: Thunderbirds’ Mirror Passes at the 2019 Cleveland Airshow

    Living in Northeast Ohio, attending the Cleveland Airshow during Labor Day weekend is an absolute must for me. I try my best to watch this spectacular show from Voinovich Bicentennial Park, joining thousands of other people like me. In 2019, with my latest addtion, Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 lens, I was able capture many up-close…

  • Cleveland Cultural Gardens: One World Day in Black and White

    Cleveland Cultural Gardens: One World Day in Black and White

    Growing up in the 80s felt like a blessing to me. Back then, technology wasn’t as advanced, and most everyday photography involved using film and film cameras. Instant results were rare, except for the pricey Polaroid camera. Films had to be completed, processed in dark labs, and then prints were made from the processed…