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Help a Michigan Photographer Win!

I have a local Michigan photographer friend – John Dykstra – who has been fortunate enough to have several images selected in the semi-final round of a special American Life photo contest sponsored by Capital One and Newsweek. I am going to post his images here – he would love for you to vote on… Read More

Moments in Muskegon

On Wednesday the 15th, I had a chance to meet with my Pure Michigan Photography Contest “team” – the Muskegon / White Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau. We are already planning on the methods of how to capture images of the best attractions the area has to offer – and Muskegon County has a LOT… Read More

Adventurer of the Year Rob Gauntlett Dies in the Alps

Rob Gauntlett & Stacy Niedzwiecki

I am very sad to learn yesterday – the news of the tragic death of a young man I met in November at the National Geographic Adventurer of the Year ceremonies – Mr. Rob Gauntlett. BBC Video Interview News about the accident: BBC News Telegraph UK #1 Telegraph UK #2 National Geographic ADVENTURE blog Russ… Read More

Day Four: Breakfast at Nat Geo

Pemba Gyalje Sherpa & Russ Niedzwiecki

After a night of fun, Russ and I would be the first to admit it was a bit difficult to get up and get over to breakfast at National Geographic. But – neither of us would have missed this opportunity, so a few cups of coffee later, we were headed back up the street to… Read More

Adventures in DC: the Celebration!

Stacy at National Geographic Celebration

On the evening of our third day in DC – it was time to experience the event that brought us there in the first place… The 2008 National Geographic ADVENTURE magazine’s Adventurer of the Year Celebration! This is an annual event that honoring those in the world of adventure whose extraordinary achievements have expanded our… Read More

Adventures in DC: Day Three – Museums

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On our third day of our Washington, DC trip, we opted to try out the Metro system for transportation. We had heard from the concierge and other locals – the train is THE way to get around in DC conveniently and inexpensively. Going on the Metro was an experience in itself when you don’t know… Read More

Pure Michigan Photo Contest

Pure Michigan Photo Contest

The New Year brings an exciting new opportunity and challenge to my photography career. I’m pleased to announce I have been chosen as one of ten photographers to compete in the first annual Pure Michigan Photo Contest (Pro Division). This event will begin on March 1, 2009. Each selected photographer has been partnered with a… Read More