Here's a big surprise - I'm really into birds. My interest in birds led to my interest in photography. I pretty much wore out my first camera (Canon 20d) and have just about worn out my 40d as well. I have a number of lenses including a 100-400 IS Zoom, a 300mm f/2.8 lens and a 180mm Macro.

 

I spent a couple of years working for the Hawk Migration Association of North America and spend every spare moment in the fall on the side of a mountain counting migrating hawks (and taking a few pictures).

 

If you are interested in using any of my photos, please drop me a line here or at sbbyland@aol.com and maybe we can work something out. I have thousands of photos that are not displayed here on Flickr - mostly birds and animals as you might guess.

 

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Aside from robbing my house, Steve is a pretty good guy. Just kidding! Steve is very passionate about the outdoors and he does an especially good job of showcasing the colorful and charismatic wildlife of Northern New Jersey.

May 16, 2014
Exuberant Sneeze (deleted)

Steve was one of my first few contacts here on flickr when I first started taking pictures & his work as always inspired me. I always marveled at his amazing photos and laughed at his funny captions. Still do to this day! I had the pleasure of meeting Steve a few times & he is such a wonderful photographer and friend. … Read more

Steve was one of my first few contacts here on flickr when I first started taking pictures & his work as always inspired me. I always marveled at his amazing photos and laughed at his funny captions. Still do to this day! I had the pleasure of meeting Steve a few times & he is such a wonderful photographer and friend. Its always a joy to see the photos and hear the stories behind them of his photographing adventures whether they be the backyard birds or from a trip. Keep up the great work Steve, it still inspires me to this day!

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January 19, 2012

What can anyone say besides "WOW" when looking at Steve's work. Not much more I'm sure so we'll leave it at that.

December 30, 2007

i think i should write something here , really i did not see a great birds shots like what i saw here , the quality sharpness and the rare moments keep it up and congratulation

September 11, 2007
Virginia says:

Steve has been a contact of mine from my very first days on Flickr. It is obvious his love of nature and photography. He has the patience and dedication that it takes to get the shot. And has so many outstanding captures. It is always a pleasure to visit his stream.

August 31, 2007

I could look at Steve's photostream all day long. He has created a diverse collection of NJ wildlife in incredible poses, great lighting, and compositions. Well done!

June 27, 2007
Saira says:

Steve is just wonderful and his photography, incredible... Take a look at his photostream: what an amazing talent and great eye!

April 13, 2007
Jim Vail says:

I don't write testimonials very often. This is the 4th I've ever done. But I was instantly impressed with Steve's bird photography!! His work is exceptional !! I applaud the great photos he has turned out!!!! I look forward to seeing many more of his high quality photos in the future!!

March 23, 2007