About the Photographer

Originally from the UK and Ireland, I have spent the majority of my adult life in the United States and now make California's rugged, central coast my home. I could not ask for a more beautiful location, with its spectacular scenery and abundance of birds and wildlife!

Although my main interest lies in photography along the California coast, a background in the travel industry has led to exciting assignments overseas. 

I have particularly enjoyed annual visits for the last few years to the polar regions as an expedition photographer and guide with select tour companies.  I have also been a guest host on specialized photography tours to Alaska, Costa Rica, Panama and Baja California. Companies I have worked with include G Adventures, Albatros Expeditions, UnCruise and American Queen Voyages. 

This year, I join renowned luxury travel specialists, Abercrombie & Kent as a lecturer and photo coach, with exciting new trips planned to Italy and the magnificent Adriatic coast.

When not traveling, I offer private tours, tuition and small group workshops along the central California coast.  As a local, I am able to guide photographers to prime locations often overlooked by visitors. 

Conservation is an integral part of both my life and work. A certified California naturalist, I love to be involved in environmental causes and activities. Of particular local interest, are the Western Snowy Plover and the Black Oystercatcher, as well as native plant restoration.

I am also involved on an international level whether that is through use of my images or donating my time. My work has supported numerous organizations including: Audubon California, the San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory, Global Penguin Society and the Wildlife Conservation Network. 

A polished public speaker, I am available to present on a variety of topics relating to photography and conservation. To license images or for contract projects and assignments, please direct inquires via my "CONTACT" page.

Publications

2024 - Elkhorn Slough Foundation Calendar (TBA)

2023 - The Indy Star "Indianapolis Prize goes to penguin protector"

2023 - Outdoor California Magazine - March/April Issue

2023 - NANPA Expressions

2022 - Nature Communications Research Journals "Penguins Are Among the World’s Slowest-Evolving Birds: Study"

2022 - Elkhorn Slough Foundation Calendar (June & December)

2021 - Oceangraphic Magazine "Rise in algal blooms puts southern sea otters at increased risk of fatal heart disease"

2021 - Birdwatching Magazine "The Color of Birds"

2020 - Monterey County Weekly - September 2nd Issue

2020 - Wild Planet Photo Magazine - March Issue - "Editor's Choice" Feature

2020 - NANPA Expressions 

2019 - Shotkit - Featured Photographer

2019 - Wild Planet Photo Magazine - January Issue - "Behind the Lens" Feature

2017 - Wild Planet Photo Magazine - December Issue - Female Nature Photographer of the Month

2017 - Wild Planet Photo Magazine - June Issue - "Behind the Lens" Feature

2016 - Elkhorn Slough Foundation Calendar - November

2016 - APi Marketing California Wildlife Calendar - June

2016 - NANPA Expressions

2015 - Monterey Official Visitor's Guide -  Moss Landing Feature

2015 - Elkhorn Slough Foundation Calendar - June & November

2015 - NANPA Expressions

2013 - Elkhorn Slough Foundation - Calendar - Cover 

2013 - NANPA Expressions

2014 - San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory Annual Report - Entire Publication

2014 - Elkhorn Slough Foundation Calendar - October

2014 - 2016 Friends of the Sea Otter - Newsletters

2014 - Monterey Bay Birding Festival Calendar - June

2013 - Outdoor California - July/August Issue - Cover

2012 Aardvark Safaris, Inc. Newsletter -  Drumbeat Interview - 

2012 - Coast Views Magazine - August Issue - Cover

2011 - Wildlife Conservation Network - Annual Report - Center Spread

2009 - 2010 Audubon California - Annual Report - Cover

Speaking Engagements

2022 - Los Gatos - Saratoga Camera Club - "An Insider's Guide to Polar Photography" 

2021 - Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, Pacific Grove, CA - "Beyond the Lens: Photography and Conservation"  

2019 - Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, Santa Cruz, CA - "Coastal Conservation through Citizen Science & Photography" - A Naturalist's Talk with Avian Ecologist Carleton Eyster from Point Blue Conservation Science

2019 - Community of Digital Artists, Scotts Valley CA - "Inspiring Wildlife Photography Close to Home"

Accolades & Recognition

2023 - NANPA Annual Showcase - Mammals Top 100 

2022 - "Share the View" International Nature Photography Competition - Two Top 250

2020 - Birdwatching Magazine - Color of Birds Competition - Honorable Mention

2020 - NANPA Annual Showcase - Top 100 & 250 

2019 - San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory - Annual Click Off - First Place, Bird Humor / Merit Award, Bird Behavior

2018 - Nature's Best Photography - 2018 Windland Awards - Semi-finalist

2017 - Wild Planet Photo Magazine - Female Nature Photographer of the Month - December

2017 - San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory - Annual Click Off - First Place, World Birds / People's Choice Award / Two Merit Awards - Bird Behavior, Birds & Humans 

2017 - National Geographic - Editor's Selection - Sept 14th - Your Shot 

2017 - NANPA Annual Showcase - Top 250

2016 - San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory - Annual Click Off - Three Merit Awards

2016 - NANPA Annual Showcase - Top 250

2015 - San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory - Annual Click Off - First Place, Bird Behavior & Two Merit Awards

2015 - NANPA Annual Showcase - Top 100 & 250

2014 - Audubon Denver's "Share the View" International Nature Photography Competition - Top 250 Highly Commended

2014 - California Watchable Wildlife Photo Competition - Sept/Oct - First Place

2014 - Los Altos Fine Art in the Park - Juried Favorite Photographer / Mayor's Choice Award

2013 - California Watchable Wildlife Photo Competition - Nov/Dec - Honorable Mention

2013 - NANPA Annual Showcase - Judge's Choice Award & Top 250

2012 - World Footprints International Travel Photography Competition - Third Place

2012 - National Geographic - Editor's Selection - April 11th - Your Shot 

2012 - San Mateo County Fair Fine Arts Galleria - First Place, Bird Photography / Best of Show, Color Photography

2012 - California Watchable Wildlife Competition - Jan/Feb - Second Place

2012 - Women in Focus International Exhibit - Top Ten

Galleries & Exhibits

2019- Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, Santa Cruz, CA - Summer Art Series - California's Coastal Birds

2014 - Ameriprise Financial, San Jose, CA - "Wings & Wild Things" Solo Exhibit

2014 - Filoli, Woodside, CA - Bay Area Wildlife - A Multi-Media Exhibit

2014 - The Museum of Monterey Whalefest Exhibit & Fundraiser

2014 - The Coastal Land Trust Gallery, Half Moon Bay, CA - California Raptor Exhibit

2013 - Pratt Institute Manhattan, NYC - Art of Conservation Exhibit & Fundraiser

2013 - The Triton Museum of Art, Santa Clara, CA - Statewide Photography Competition

2013 - The Arts Building Gallery, Auburn, CA - California Watchable Wildlife Exhibit

2013 - Portola Art Gallery, Menlo Park, CA - Exhibiting Artist

2012 - Filoli, Woodside, CA - Nature Interpreted Exhibit

2012 - Central Library Gallery, Atlanta, GA, Women in Photography Exhibit

Trails for Richmond, Landfill Loop Trail, CA - Series of permanent exhibits