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Red-shouldered hawk taking off to fly. Taken in southern Oregon.

I moved to the Pacific Northwest in the late 1990s and quickly became captivated by the region's stunning natural beauty. My career began as a research engineer in high technology, specializing in optics and materials. Photography started as a hobby, but over time it became a passionate pursuit. After retiring from engineering in 2016, I turned my attention fully to photography, combining my technical background with a love for experimentation. This fusion has allowed me to develop innovative techniques and leverage technology to push the boundaries of digital photography, all while paying tribute to the natural world around me. My work is deeply inspired by nature, but I also enjoy transforming my photographs digitally, creating bold and...