Photos by GretchenK

  • Desert Southwest
  • The Mediterranean
  • Landscapes
  • Wildlife
  • Italy
  • The Galapagos

The Galapagos

January 29, 2017 by Gretchen Leave a Comment

Although the islands of the Galapagos are all born of the same volcanic matter, they are wonderfully diverse. Tides, currents, and winds combine to influence the wildlife, vegetation and natural features of the individual islands.

From the fast-swimming, dragon-like marine iguana to Darwin’s giant tortoise, the Galapagos is home to some of the most unique creatures on earth. Certain species are found throughout the islands, others, such as the Waved Albatross, are seen on only on the island of Espanola.

A photographer’s paradise, I’ve been fortunate enough to have visited the islands twice and wouldn’t hesitate to go back a third time. Seven years separated my visits and I’m happy to say that not much had changed between trips. With careful conservation, the Galapagos Islands will remain as they are for many years to come.

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Filed Under: Galapagos Tagged With: Birds, Iguana, Islands, Sea Lion

Wildlife

January 23, 2017 by Gretchen Leave a Comment

Wildlife photography is by far my favorite. It’s always a challenge – first in finding the right subject and then in getting that subject to cooperate. More often than not it doesn’t. For every 1000 wildlife images I take, I generally manage to capture only a couple that I like. My fun is the anticipation of the next great shot. 

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Filed Under: Wildlife Tagged With: Birds, Elk, Marmot, Moose, Sheep

Landscapes

January 23, 2017 by Gretchen Leave a Comment

From the mountains of Colorado to the Pacific coast, these are just a few of the pictures taken in my backyard! Every season is beautiful, but I prefer the west coast in summer, the colors of fall any where and the peaceful serenity of Colorado in the winter.

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Oregon Coast
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Big Thompson River - Estes Park
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Monterey Bay, CA
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Fog Bow - Coos Bay, OR
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Horsetooth Reservoir - Fort Collins
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Driftwood - Coos Bay, Oregon
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Rainbow - Rocky Mountain National Park
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Waterfall in Winter - RMNP
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Golden Gate Bridge - San Francisco
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Boulder Canyon - Fall
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Gull - Oregon Coast

Filed Under: Landscapes Tagged With: California, Colorado, Flowers, Oregon

The Mediterranean

January 23, 2017 by Gretchen Leave a Comment

Like the desert southwest, the Mediterranean is an area that pulls me back time and again. With each visit, I try to explore a different city or country in addition to old favorites. As a result, I have a growing list of places I love to visit and need longer vacations to see them all. My latest discovery and newest favorite is Montenegro. Kotor and Budva are a fabulous mix of old and new. 

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Filed Under: Mediterranean Tagged With: Barcelona, Cannes, Montenegro

Italy

January 23, 2017 by Gretchen Leave a Comment

From the fabulous food and wine to the classic architecture, I can’t seem to get enough of visiting Italy. After visits to Florence, Rome, Sorrento, Pompeii and Venice, I’ll let the pictures do the talking.

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Filed Under: Italy Tagged With: Florence, Pompeii, Rome, Sorrento, Venice

Desert Southwest

January 23, 2017 by Gretchen Leave a Comment

The beauty of the desert southwest is not the lush green of grasses and trees, but the vibrant hues of red and gold. From the majestic Saguaro cactus of the Sonoran Desert to the mesas and buttes of Monument Valley, there’s a history and mystery of the southwest that pulls me back over and over again.

Cliff Dwellings Gila National Monument
Cliff Dwellings Gila National Monument
Monument Valley - Arizona
Monument Valley - Arizona
Santa Fe Street Vendor
Santa Fe Street Vendor
South Rim - Canyon de Chelly
South Rim - Canyon de Chelly
Lower Ruins Tonto National Monument
Lower Ruins Tonto National Monument
Blue Mesa- Petrified Forest National Park
Blue Mesa- Petrified Forest National Park
Tonto National Monument
Tonto National Monument
Gila National Monument
Cliff Dwellings Gila National Monument
Crested Cactus - Sonoran Desert
Crested Cactus - Sonoran Desert
White House Ruin - Canyon de Chelly
White House Ruin - Canyon de Chelly
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Sonoran Desert - Near Marana, AZ
Pinon Fence - Northern Arizona
Pinon Fence - Northern Arizona
Spider Rock - Canyon de Chelly
Spider Rock - Canyon de Chelly
Taos Pueblo - Taos, New Mexico
Taos Pueblo - Taos, New Mexico

Filed Under: Desert Southwest Tagged With: Arizona, New Mexico

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