Friends In Nature Images by Diana McPherson

Tomorrow's roster for Refuge Art Day at McNary National Wildlife Refuge in Burbank. Sessions are 10-1 for families and 2-5 for adults. 

Register here: https://www.friendsofmcrwr.org/events.html

I hope you'll join us this Saturday at McNary National Wildlife Refuge for Art at the Refuge. There are many art forms to try and learn more about. I will be hosting smartphone nature photography. Visit the Friends of Mid-Columbia River Wildlife Refuge webpage to register early. 

www.friendsofmcrwr.org/events 

 #nature #whatshappeningtricities #whatshappeningthisweekend #flowerphotograpy #wildflowers #hiking #artinnature  #ExploreWithArt

Happy World Migratory Bird Day! The theme this year is Protecting Insects to Protect Birds. Insects are a vital protein-rich food for birds. Appreciate the insects. They are also important for the natural system as pollinators, scavengers, and predators. 

#wmbd2024 #insects #insectphotography

Wow! My first experience with Northern Lights right here in SE WA! These were taken with my phone. At first, we didn't see much activity. After a bit, we could make out a few more light streaks and then it was like a dome was over us and light streaks were all around us. My friend was pointing me in all directions. It was so amazing. Heading out again tonight. Hoping to find a not-so-busy location.

In honor of Earth Day, this week I'll be increasing the donation percentage of images in my Giving Back Through Art Galleries. 

There are three galleries to check out to support wild horse freedom, marine mammal research, and sea otter protection and education. 

Donations from orders placed this week by Saturday, April 27, will be increased to 20% (regularly 15%). 

Link in Bio

#givingbackthroughart #earthday #wildlifephotography

I've just launched my travel blog! Globe Trotting Women. Check it out. I have a few posts to read and even a women's retreat ready to go. GTW will be getting its own Instagram page soon. 

Link in bio

#womentravelers #womentravelsolo #womentravelphotographers #womentravelingtogether #travelblog #womentravelgroup

Today is the last day to register for the Othello Sandhill Crane Festival! 

Registration link is in bio.

#othellosandhillcranesfestival #sandhillcranes #birdphotography #migratorybirds

I'm holding 2 photography workshops at the Othello Sandhill Crane Festival - Sunrise and Sunset. Join 1 or join both. 

In the morning, the waning moon will be setting as the sun rises and the cranes lift off for the fields near Othello. We'll be starting at the Reservoir and follow the cranes to the fields. 

In the afternoon, we'll start at the fields and follow the cranes back to their overnight roost at the Reservoir as the full moon rises as the sun sets. 

We'll work on camera settings, capturing behavior, and getting you in the best position for these unique images. 

Each workshop is about 3.5 hrs and includes transportation to/from the photography site from Othello.

Click the link in my bio for your Othello Sandhill Crane Festival pass ($10) and to register for one or both of my workshops. 

#othellosandhillcranefestival #sandhillcranes #migratorybirds #birdwatching #photographyworkshop #birdphotography

I was captured shopping at Imaging USA with Jennifer from Experience Wildlife 😊

I was trying on (my now new) winter gloves. 

#wildlifephotographers #womenownedbusiness #womenphotographers #louisvilleky #shoppingfun

You can still order your 2024 planner. 

2 options to choose from:

Gotta Run featuring wild horses from Utah and Arizona 
or 
Time Flies featuring a different bird species each month

Link in bio 

#2024planner #organization #scheduling

This is the last day to make my Northern California Wildlife Photography Tour happen. I need secure spaces with the tour guides (those with the boat and kayaks and access to the seal pups). I know this is a super last-minute trip but time was dependent upon and limited to seal pup viewing times and the monarch butterfly wintering time frame. 

The dates are February 2 - 5, 2024. 
I've secured a group rate at the Fairfield Inn in Santa Cruz. 
Please click on my bio for details and PM me if you'd like to go.

Dust off your camera, pack your bags, and join me February 2-5 (yes, 2024) for a weekend of wildlife photography fun. 

We'll view elephant seal pups, monarch butterflies, and sea otters in northern California. 

Click the link in my bio to register. 

To make this tour happen, I need a minimum of 4 photographers registered by Wednesday (Jan 10th). Space is limited to a max of 7 photographers.

Happy New Year!! 🎊 🎉 Wishing you all a wonderful new year full of nature and adventure.

2024 planners are here! Order yours today 😊

Please slow down for wildlife crossing the road. This beaver was just trying to get to another part of its home. 

I was inspired by @moheim and left a single rose to denote my grief and sorrow for this unnecessary loss. 

Wildlife crossings provide a safe path for wildlife and should be included in all city planning. 

#wildlifecrossing #wildlifemigration #wildlifecorridors #cityofrichland #motoristsafety #animalcrossing #nature #wildifeconservation #drivesafe #ecosystems #wildifesafety #wfws #bentoncounty

I have 2 calendars to help keep you organized and connected to nature in 2024. These calendars are so cute. At 5x5, each calendar hosts a different image for each month and a monthly planner page with plenty of room to jot down appointments and notes. It fits easily in your purse or backpack and can even stand upright on your desk to bring a little nature into your workspace. 

I have 2 calendars to choose from (or you can get both if you can’t decide). Time Flies - A Year of Birds and Gotta Run - Wild Mustangs.

Each calendar is $19.99 plus tax and $5 shipping. If you live in the Tri-Cities, you have the option to pick up at my studio. 

Please place your order by Tuesday, December 12 to ensure arrival by the 24th, especially if you’re gifting a calendar. 

Click this link in my bio to order your calendar(s). 

 #birdphotography #wildlifephotograpy #womenownedbusiness #womanowned #wildlifephotographer #wildhorsephotography #calendar2024

"The weather outside is frightful..." So let's go birding! 

Don't let the cold, rain, or snow keep you inside this winter. You'll miss all the migratory birds! 

Join me this Saturday, December 2, from 7am to 10am, for my Winter Bird Photography workshop. We'll review photography techniques and how to protect your gear in winter conditions. 

Currently, the weather report is for snow on Saturday morning so conditions should be perfect for learning. 🤞

The registration link is in bio. Space is limited.

#birdphotography #wildlifephotograpy #whatshappeningtricities #whatshappeningthisweekend #tricitieswa #photographyfun #localphotographer #workshop #womenownedbusiness #WAbirds #birdmigration #birdingphotography

The Tour d’Arts has officially begun! I just finished framing this print of Stardust from the Onaqui herd in Utah. Come on by to get his story. 

Tour - 12-5 today, tomorrow and Sunday 

If you can’t make it in person, I can do a virtual showing with you 😊

#whatshappeningtricities #tourdarts #visittricities #wildlifephotograpy #whatshappeningthisweekend #openstudio #localartist #womanownedbusiness

This weekend is the Tour d'Arts. Several artists at Red Mountain and a few at their home studios. You'll find nature, wildlife and vineyard images at MY HOME STUDIO (#9). Come on by. @Everyone is welcome here. 😊 Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12-5 each day

If you can't make it, please message me to set up a virtual tour. 

 #tourdarts #tricitieswa #whatshappeningtricities #wildlifephotograpy #openstudio #artworksnorthwest #whatshappeningthisweekend #visittricities #localartist

Mark your calendars for October 20, 21, & 22, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday from noon - 5 each day. I will be on the tour at MY HOME STUDIO (#9) with new wildlife images on canvas. Come say HI. Everyone is welcome here. 😊

#tourdarts #tricitieswa #whatshappeningtricities #wildlifephotograpy #womanowned #artworksnorthwest #wildlifephotographer #openstudio #studiotour

This morning's waning crescent phase. It's so cool to see the moon's craters and mountains.  This is the precursor to Saturday's New Moon and Fire Ring Solar Eclipse. Its path will be from the Oregon coast starting about 9am and across the southwest to Texas. It should be visible from most locations but there'll be less ring the further away you are. Here in southeast WA we should still get 80-90% of the ring. I'm looking forward to seeing it on Saturday morning. **Make sure you get solar eclipse eyewear (your local hardware store should have them). You'll also need a special filter for your camera/phone**

#moonvibe #solareclipse #moonphases

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