By Utah (the dog, not the state) Tappan Hi everyone! My name is Utah. I’m Deb’s “littlest peanut” and all around dog pal! We’re strong proponents of pet adoption from area shelters and rescues and equally strong opponents to “puppy mills” and the like. Was I adopted? You betcha! But did you know that [...]
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We’d like to thank the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics for allowing us to post their Leave No Trace Principles here. To learn more about how you can minimize your impact when visiting wilderness areas, go to: Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. – Cheers, DST Plan Ahead and Prepare: Know the [...]
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PHOTOGRAPHIC TECHNIQUES, TIPS and MORE Norman Koren Photography Luminous Landscape Steve’s Digicams By Thom Digital Photography Review Digicamhelp (Digital Camera & Photography Guide for Beginners) Moria Robinson Photography Bob Zeller Photo Artist Original Dog Portraits by D.L. Firmani RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT and SOFTWARE Acratech, Inc. (Acratech Ultimate [...]
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Discover Life in America (All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory) Leave No Trace Outdoor Ethics Wildlife Land Trust Vital Ground The Yellowstone Association Pacific Whale Foundation Foothills Land Conservancy Glen Canyon Natural History Association Friends of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park National Parks Conservation Association
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Organizing and archiving digital photos can be a bit tricky. But, it really doesn’t have to be. I travel a lot for the specific purpose of taking photos. When I get back home, I’ve got lots of images to transfer and organize.
I use my photo organizing software (also known as digital asset management) to …
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By Deb Tappan My photography is such that shooting is done out in the field. Because of this, I employ a workflow that allows me to backup my images on location then process them once I’ve returned home. – DST WHILE OUT IN THE FIELD: Shoot using RAW mode Copy CF card contents to [...]
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By Deb Tappan One of the pleasures of having a compact digital camera is being able to shoot lovely macro images without having to purchase additional lenses or accessories. If you haven’t experimented with this feature on your camera, do so. You’ll absolutely love it. It enables you to get very close to your subject [...]
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By Deb Tappan The idea of using attractants, known as baiting, to photograph wildlife is a controversial one. Baiting wild animals is dangerous for both the photographer and animal. There are those who choose to bait but with that approach comes great responsibility. At the very least, you are training wild animals to disregard their [...]
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By Deb Tappan Exploring wilderness areas and viewing wildlife in all its varied forms is a thrilling experience. You have the opportunity to witness the intricacies of our natural environment and the interplay of species and habitats. What a delight! To capture any of it photographically is a special treat. No need to ask why [...]
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By Deb Tappan Whether you’re out hiking in the backcountry or sightseeing from your car, having a chance encounter with wildlife is a magnificent and treasured moment. Watching little elk calves speed running zigzag among the herd or glimpsing a bear munching on glacier lilies are sights that captivate and inspire us all. For many [...]
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