Terre Jones – National Parks

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts President and CEO Terre Jones recently shared a few of his photos taken while scouting National Parks sites for Wolf Trap’s next Face of America production, an innovative multimedia and live performance event that celebrates the diverse people, histories, and unique landscapes of its fellow National Parks across the country. Jones, a lover of the arts and nature, has visited over 200 of the country’s 392 National Park sites.

A white ibis prepares to find its breakfast in the depths of Great Cypress National Preserve.

In the early 20th century, the hunt for feathers for ladies' hats nearly destroyed the wild bird population in South Florida, sparking protests that eventually led to a local preservation movement and the establishment of Everglades National Park and other National Park units.

A fox braves a winter snow storm on Mt. Rainier, one of the National Parks in Washington State which is being considered for Wolf Trap’s next Face of America series.

Flickr Photo Review – Image by Butch Ramirez – Green Jay

Below is an image submitted by one of our flickr members, Butch Ramirez, of a Green Jay.

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  • Notes From the Field: “I took the photo at my ranch a few months ago, near Laredo, TX. We have a lot of Green Jay’s that hang around our deer feeders. These birds are only seen in South Texas, or Northern Mexico. It seems that the population is growing year to year, as we see more and more of them. I photograph them regularly, as I’m photographing many species that we enjoy here in South Texas. In this shot, the Green Jay was perched on a large Mesquite tree in awesome evening lighting. I shot the photo with a Canon 7D with a 300 F2.8 IS lens with 2.0 extender. My property is available to bird viewers and photographers, if anyone is interested in seeing these magnificent birds.” — Butch Ramirez

Editor’s Review:

“What I like most about this shot is the greenish plumage on the jay against the out of focus green background. The accent of the blue colored head adds nice contrast to the overall composition.” — Steve Freligh

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Flickr Photo Review – Image by Sandy Carroll

Below is an image submitted by one of our flickr members, Sandy Carroll.

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  • Notes From the Field: “Ok bug experts… what’s the story here?? Are these eggs? Or are they some kind of feast she’s protecting? A friendly garden gnome brought this branch to me after he accidentally pruned it off the hibiscus tree. Of course I had to photograph it! I wedged the branched very carefully between a large cracked branch and made sure there was plenty of foliage around the bug for protection.” — Sandy Carroll

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Flickr Photo Review – Image by Scott Cromwell – Bears

Below is an image submitted by one of our flickr members, Scott Cromwell, of the Singing Bears of Katmai.

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  • Notes From the Field: “I took a half a day fly in tour from Homer to Hallo Bay. We spotted these bears from the air, so the pilot landed on the beach very near them. As soon as we walked up fairly close to them, they went from fishing in the river to playing out in the open in front of the fantastic scenery. It was one of the most incredible 10 minutes I remember ever having. I couldn’t have asked for better timing or circumstances.
    Canon EOS 40D” — Scott Cromwell

Editor’s Review:

“A humorous yet beautiful shot featuring an excellent blend of portraiture and scenic qualities. The bears look like they are singing in harmony. Nice color balance and image sharpness!” — Steve Freligh

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