A Bench, a Tripod, and a Few Hummingbirds A relaxed two‑evening adventure at Green Spring Gardens turned into some of my favorite hummingbird shots — all by sitting still, watching their loops, and letting the flowers do the work. Shawn Thomas Photography • Photography Tips
Sunset Seabird Safari in Ocean City: My Delmarva Birding Experience Skimmers, turnstones, and even a surprise spoonbill — the Delmarva Birding Weekends Sunset Seabird Safari turned a family boat ride into my best birding trip yet. Shawn Thomas Photography • Photographic Adventures
From Soggy Shoes to Sharp Shots A year after missing the sunflowers, I finally had my shot at an indigo bunting on a bloom. It took a stream mishap, soggy boots, and a second try — but the payoff was worth it. Shawn Thomas Photography • Photographic Adventures
Chasing Puffins in the Fog: A Lesson in Letting Go Six months of planning led me to a fog‑shrouded island and a day that didn’t go as planned. This is the story of finding beauty in the unexpected — and the shots I almost left behind. Shawn Thomas Photography • Photographic Adventures
Owl Moon Raptor Festival We spent the day at the Owl Moon Raptor Festival — meeting owls, learning about osprey conservation, and even watching a Cooper’s hawk release. A fun, challenging day of photography and a lifelong memory for my daughter. Shawn Thomas Photography • Photographic Adventures
