I am a retired high school teacher, coach and administrator. While I have always had an interest in photography, I decided to get serious in 2010 when I purchased my first DSLR, a Canon XSi and kit lenses. I consider photography to be both my hobby and my life long learning activity.

I have remained loyal to the Canon brand shooting their 60D, 7D, 70D, 7D Mk II and 5D cameras along with a host of Canon lenses. When I first started out I photographed anything and everything. Over the years, I have refined my subjects to birds, flowers, and landscapes. I have had a life long love affair with the Hennepin Canal and I often use it as a subject as part of my landscape images. I try to concentrate on shooting nature rather than manmade subjects.

Since September, 2023, I have switched from DSLR to mirrorless cameras. I currently make use of a Canon EOS R6 Mk II and a Canon EOS R8. Both are full frame. I have made a concerted effort to cut back on the amount and weight in my camera kit. I want to keep exploring and photographing subjects for many years to come. Being a grandfather to nine wonderful grandchildren ages 4 months to 27 years gives me plenty of chances to practice.

All pictures in my photo stream are mine! You may NOT MODIFY OR SELL my photos without my permission.

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My lovely wife is a cancer survivor!