Wildlife Photography
Captured at Asylum Lake Preserve in Kalamazoo, Michigan, this close-up photo features an adorable Canada Goose gosling in its early, downy stage — wide-eyed, golden, and full of springtime wonder. Nestled near the water’s edge, the gosling’s soft feathers and curious expression are lit by gentle natural light, highlighting a fleeting and heartwarming moment in nature.
These tiny, fuzzy birds grow quickly, making images like this a rare glimpse into a short but beautiful stage of life on Michigan’s lakeshores.
Captured at the perfect moment at Kleinstuck Nature Preserve in Kalamazoo, Michigan, this photo shows a male Pileated Woodpecker mid-flight, wings fully extended in a powerful vertical span. With its vibrant red crest, bold black-and-white plumage, and raw energy, the bird appears almost prehistoric — a striking symbol of Michigan’s forested wild spaces.
Photographed as it launched from the canopy overhead, the image freezes a rare instant of motion from one of North America’s largest and most iconic woodpeckers. The dramatic wing spread and eye-level perspective create a sense of scale and awe that honors both the bird and the moment.
Photographed at Wolf Lake Fish Hatchery in Mattawan, Michigan, this image captures a Red-winged Blackbird mid-movement as it carefully balances on a cluster of cattails near the water’s edge. Its vibrant red and yellow shoulder patches flash against a backdrop of soft greens and blue sky — a perfect glimpse into the life of one of Michigan’s most iconic wetland birds during the summer months.
Caught in a moment of natural grace, this photo highlights the quick, agile energy of the bird as it maneuvers through tall reeds. It’s a celebration of summer in the marsh, where color, movement, and stillness meet.
Photographed at Kleinstuck Nature Preserve in Kalamazoo, Michigan, this image captures a young white-tailed deer fawn peeking through a patch of marshy brush. Still covered in soft white spots, the fawn's cautious expression and half-hidden stance reveal a moment of stillness, curiosity, and connection in the heart of the woods.
Set against a backdrop of summer greens and filtered light, the scene reflects the quiet magic of encountering wildlife up close — especially in one of Kalamazoo’s most beloved nature preserves.
Photographed at Wolf Lake Fish Hatchery in Mattawan, Michigan, this eye-level portrait of a tortoise offers a rare, grounded perspective of one of nature’s most steady and enduring creatures. Captured in crisp detail, the image highlights the tortoise’s textured shell, weathered features, and calm, ancient presence.
By meeting the tortoise face to face, this photograph invites a quiet moment of connection — the kind often missed in a fast-moving world. It’s a portrait not just of an animal, but of patience and presence.
Captured at just the right moment, this Ruby-throated Hummingbird hovers in mid-air near a backyard feeder, wings spread and perfectly crisp. Photographed in Michigan, the bird’s vibrant colors and delicate form contrast beautifully with the rustic log cabin background, offering a unique blend of motion and stillness.
This image freezes a nearly impossible moment — the split second a hummingbird pauses in flight, eye focused, wings blurred just enough to feel alive. It’s a portrait of energy, elegance, and the fleeting nature of backyard wildlife encounters.
Captured in the forest just outside Marquette, Michigan, near the shores of Lake Superior, this candid photo features a raccoon pausing mid-climb, panting slightly with what looks like a cheerful grin. Its expression — curious, alert, and almost playful — adds a touch of personality to this quiet moment in the Northwoods.
With soft fur, bright eyes, and a touch of mischief, this woodland creature perfectly represents the charm of spontaneous wildlife encounters along Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The dappled forest light and proximity to the Great Lake give this image a strong sense of place and natural wonder.
Captured at Asylum Lake Preserve in Kalamazoo, Michigan, this close-up photo features a Black-capped Chickadee perched in the brush with a small yellow worm held in its beak. With its alert gaze and soft feather detail, the chickadee is frozen in a quiet moment of motion — a glimpse into the everyday life of one of Michigan’s most beloved songbirds.
Framed by soft tones and natural textures, this image highlights the subtle drama and charm of bird activity within one of Kalamazoo’s most cherished nature preserves. It’s a still moment, full of personality, captured just steps off the trail.