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Posted on Monday, September 21, 2015 by Karla Locke

by Karla Locke An interview with wildlife photographer, Phil Lane. Why wildlife?  Photographing Nature and Wildlife makes me feel connected with the earth on a very personal and profound level. Some feel this when they are in church or a … Continue reading

Posted on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 by Karla Locke

An Interview with wildlife photographer, Sammy Catiss by Karla Locke Why wildlife?  It’s the one thing that connects me. Growing up in the foothills of Mt. Rainier, I have met most every critter we have at one point or another. Learned when to … Continue reading

Posted on Thursday, September 10, 2015 by Karla Locke

by Karla Locke An Interview with wildlife photographer, Craig Weakley. Why do I shoot mostly wildlife?  Three main reasons: 1) spirituality – I experience God most closely while photographing His creation;  2) awe – the biological & ecological complexity of … Continue reading

Posted on Friday, August 21, 2015 by Karla Locke

Summers in Anacortes are always pleasant. We experience mild temperatures, nice cool ocean breezes and less rain than Seattle. Combine this with the surrounding beauty and we truly live in paradise. This summer has been unusually warmer than normal, yet … Continue reading

Posted on Thursday, May 14, 2015 by Karla Locke

For Lewis Jones, photography isn’t a hobby or a fading interest, it is an extension and expression of who he is – as an artist, and a person. In today’s mass market of photographers and photographer wannabes,  a photographer has … Continue reading

Posted on Wednesday, February 18, 2015 by Karla Locke

      As I See It with John Holtman Moody When John Holtman creates a photograph he creates a mood. His images evoke emotion. His images grab us, tugging us in, leaving us breathless.   Technique His unusual techniques … Continue reading

Posted on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 by Karla Locke

Photography isn’t just about f-stops and shutter speeds. It can have rhythm and motion. An image captures a moment and captures our imaginations. An image can sing to you, tell you a story, evoke emotion. Being a photographer isn’t just about … Continue reading

Posted on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 by Karla Locke

Her lens has travelled the world. Its prey – wildlife! Animals in nature are subjects near and dear to Hap (Gladys) Bailey-Hudec’s heart. Hap and her camera have gone seeking adventure in the wilds of Africa, the icy arctic of … Continue reading

Posted on Monday, February 24, 2014 by Karla Locke

Few of us have had the opportunity to adventure to far off places and photograph things that most of us only dream of seeing. This was the life of adventurer, photographer Joan Silling.  She has left behind a legacy of … Continue reading

Posted on Thursday, October 3, 2013 by Karla Locke

Tony Locke, is not only a photographer, he is an instructor.  He teaches photography, Photoshop, Lightroom, and the occasional Apple product. When teaching photography, and the software tools of the trade, he incorporates artistic techniques in the instructions, blending creative … Continue reading

Posted on Friday, March 29, 2013 by Karla Locke

A Photographer. A Sailor. The world he photographs is vast. Landscape photographer, Lance Ekhart, sees his world through a wide-angle point of view. In his work, you will see, textures and shapes, rich colors and depth and intense beauty. The … Continue reading

Posted on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 by Karla Locke

Teryl Monson When it comes to photography, she is dedicated to her craft, but if you look closely, you can also see the fun that Teryl Monson has with her photography. Team her up with Lois Farrington, and you have … Continue reading

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