The Animal Photography in B&W Gallery reflects my farming roots and the call of the wild. From the winds of Tierra Del Fuego and the confluence where Atlantic meets Pacific; to the rugged graces of Alaska, live species of all kind and wonder.
In Pursuit of Trouble
“In Pursuit of Trouble”. In a distant village of Peru, with more animals roaming then people, it was as if the piglets were running from something, each with it’s own expression. The three little pigs on the run!
Curiosity
After a significant bath, this Raccoon rested up against a tree. “Curiosity” was photographed in the wilds of the Eastern Shore using Ilford Film.
Raven Speaks
On my journeys throughout the distant land, I often know not a sole. It is often the Raven, who is my guide. “Raven Speaks” photographed in the Grand Tetons, Wyoming.
Buffalo Speaks
A symbol of power, strength and of Americas past. “Buffalo Speaks” was photographed in the Grand Tetons of Wyoming using Film.
Pablo
“Pablo” grazed as if in heaven. Photographed in the wilds of Cuba using a surreal film, to better emphasize the mood.
The Search
"The Search" continues, digging through beds of Kelp, with the sound of the Sea.
The Perch
“The Perch” stood high above a magnificent Alaska river, where the eagles rule. Photographed with Ilford Film.
Lion of the Sea
The “Lion of the Sea” rests as if not a worry in the world. I thought we could resonate with the sense of comfort. Photographed in Patagonia.
Wild Reign
A top a sand dune as a wind surpassed us, “Wild Reign” stood where I could see its might. Wild horses on the reaches of North Carolina barrier Islands.
Owl Speaks
With an ability to view from all sides, perspective is key. “Owl Speaks” was photographed in the wilds of Montana.
Distant Yesterday
As if dreams of past came alive, through the grasses a lite. “Distant Yesterday”, wild horses of the Southern Barrier Islands of North Carolina
The Guide
"The Guide", leads the way over the expansive sky.
Elk Speaks
“Elk Speaks”, meandering towards the northern California coast, a magical elk interchange took place.
Moon Song
Over Patagonian mountains, condors circled the moon. “Moon Song” was photographed in Patagonia, Chile.
Buffalo Grounds
There is power in the sight of Buffalo ranging naturally with no fences, “Buffalo Grounds” photographed in the Grand Tetons using Kodak HIE Film.
The Wanderer
The “Wanderer” led the pack of wild horses in the wilds of Wyoming. Photographed using Kodak HIE film.
Softly Spoken
While camping on the reaches of the North Carolina barrier Islands for 3 days with my son, we witnessed wild horse magnificence. “Softly Spoken” was young to a band of 7 wild horses.
The Range
High on the “The Range” where space and clouds prevail. Wild horses roam freely, photographed in Wyoming using Kodak HIE film.
Pete
After returning from a sleigh ride through the sugarbush with a friend, “Pete” greeted us. In the hills of Northern Vermont, this late Spring snowfall set the tone.
Shadow
On a Vermont hill farm, “Shadow” reached to the sky. Photographed using Ilford film Rupert, Vermont.
Lone Rangers
"Lone Rangers", In the Colorado frontier, horses watched. Photographed with Ilford Film.
Great White Egret
The “Great White Egret” has a majestic and ethereal presence. Photographed in east coast wetlands using Ilford film.
Black Stallion
“Black Stallion” galloped the field as if there were no fences. Photographed in the Wind River Range using Kodak HIE Film.
Resident Porcupine
The “Resident Porcupine” nibbled fermented apples from a tree along our Vermont hill farm drive. Photographed using Ilford film.
Hawk Speaks
Almost as if staring into the soul, this hawk landed with something to say. “Hawk Speaks” was photographed in the wilds of Wyoming using Kodak HIE film.
New Born
On our homestead in Central Vermont, our cow Shadow, "New Born".
Satisfied
After finishing a meal, this baby lamb appeared “Satisfied” in the barnyard. Photographed at Merck Forest, Rupert, Vermont.
A Drift of Pigs
Soon after birth at a Wells, Vermont farm, this “Drift of Pigs” adapted to farm life quickly.
Ducklings
“Ducklings” stick together at all costs. Photographed at a friends river in Maryland using Ilford B&W film.
Chulo
Birth, one of natures miracles. Hours after entering to this world, baby “Chulo” fit right in at our farm in Roxbury, Vermont.
Yoga Pose
This Lion of the Sea well exceeded any “Yoga Pose” I’ve ever held. Holding the zone in Patagonia, Chile.
Porcupine
Far off in the snowy mountains of Alaska, with only a few small groves of tree’s near, I came across a little “Porcupine”. She studied me as much as I her.
One Fine Day
As the sun glistened the river, a Canadian goose and its young seemingly hadn’t a worry in the world. “One Fine Day” photographed on the Brandywine River.
Bear Speaks
Bear Speaks”, as it begins to settle in for an Alaskan winter. Photographed using Ilford film.
The Midnight Bandit
After a significant bath, this Raccoon rested up against a tree. “The Midnight Bandit” was photographed in the wilds of the Eastern Shore using Ilford Film.
Walking the Pigs Home
In the far reaches of Cuba, where carriage is more common than car, I came across a beautiful sight, “Walking the Pigs Home”.
Symbiotic
I have always been struck by the “Symbiotic” relationship, when working the land with thoughtful practice. Photographed in Cuba.
Danby Hill Farm
“Danby Hill Farm” photographed on a picturesque summer day in Danby, Vermont.
The Range
“The Range” leaves me with a sense of the historic journey to the west. The infinite prairie and the animals that led the way.
Heading Home
"Heading Home" after a hard days work. Photographed in Cuba using Ilford Film.
Lift
In an Alaskan boatyard, The Eagles "Lift", a wing span surpassed by few. Photographed with Ilford 400 film.