Posts Tagged ‘Hawaii’

`Ama`u fern - a study in showcasing color in a photograph

`Ama`u fern – a study in showcasing color in a photograph

Feb 23, 2010 | Comments Off

This photograph is a great example of looking for opportunities to showcase color. The brilliant colors of a young `ama`u fern against colorless dead fronds of the same plant makes the color jump off the screen. The `ama`uma`u (Sadleria cyatheoides)  or `ama`u for short, is a common fern found in the wet forests and open areas of [...]

The other Hawaii

The other Hawaii

Aug 31, 2009 | Comments Off

I have always been fascinated by the natural beauty, environmental challenges and the history of the Hawaiian Islands. Because of this I’ve made close to a dozen trips to the islands including Oahu, Kauai, Molokai, Maui, Lanai, and the Big Island over the years. Most of those visits have not been at fancy resorts but [...]