Sharing the latest happenings in the studio and beyond. Deborah writes about new paintings, nature journals, techniques, equipment, supplies, and excursions.
This Cooper's Hawk is an occasional visitor at our "bird feeders" here in Eldorado at Santa Fe. The songbirds make a speedy retreat when he swoops in. He stayed for awhile on this crisp late autumn day, taking his time and preening in the warmth of the sun.
Read MoreOverlooking Las Cruces from the east are the Organ Mountains, a haven for hikers and adventure seekers alike. The Organs, which rise to over 9,000 feet in elevation, are so named because of the steep, needle-like spires that resemble the pipes of an organ
Read MoreRefuge Biology Building. Live owls up close! Whooo is that calling in the night? What might you expect to see during different seasons in New Mexico?
Read MoreI challenged myself with this Birds in Flight Workshop. This was my first experience in the field with my Nikkor 200-500 mm lens mounted on a tripod and tracking birds in flight. The fading evening light created drama during the final hour of the event.
Read MoreThe Backwater Tour experienced the refuge from the perspective of water management. We joined water manager, Gerad Montoya on a tour of the refuge and learned how water is moved, used and conserved.
Read MoreThe Albuquerque BioPark Botanic Gardens provide more than 1.5 miles of paths through formal and whimsical gardens designed to delight the senses.
Read MoreThe local wildlife become quite accustomed to my presence while I'm having breakfast on the back portal.
Read MoreLynx With Kittens
Read MoreBaby Whiptail
Read MoreRufous hummingbirds and Whiptail Lizard
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