Category: Photography

SATW Bill Muster Photography Award

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Greg Vaughn

Once again I am honored to have my photography win awards in SATW’s (Society of American Travel Writers) annual Bill Muster Photo Competition. This year two of my images won in the Natural Landscape category. [caption id="attachment_2167" align="aligncenter" width="1280"] Lupine,...Read More

Thoughts on the Nikon Z7 mirrorless camera.

Posted on September 5, 2018 by Greg Vaughn

So here's the thing: Nikon cameras and lenses have been my Go To for almost 30 years. They have served me very well and I'm pretty heavily invested in the system. I am surprised that it took Nikon a long...Read More

National Trails System Anniversary

Posted on August 21, 2018November 20, 2018 by Greg Vaughn

[caption id="attachment_2148" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] McKenzie River National Recreation Trail near Clear Lake, Willamette National Forest, Oregon.[/caption] This year we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Trails System Act. The system includes our National Scenic Trails (like the PCT and...Read More

World Photography Day

Posted on August 19, 2018 by Greg Vaughn

[caption id="attachment_2145" align="alignnone" width="1600"] Lamar Valley and the Absaroka Mountains in autumn; Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.[/caption] For #WorldPhotographyDay, here's a photo of one of my favorite places in the world - Lamar Valley in Yellowstone National Park (the world's first...Read More

Balsamroot at Tom McCall Preserve, Rowena, Oregon, in the Columbia River Gorge.

Columbia River Gorge Wildflowers

Posted on April 26, 2018April 17, 2024 by Greg Vaughn

[caption id="attachment_2133" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Balsamroot at Tom McCall Preserve, Rowena, Oregon, in the Columbia River Gorge.[/caption] Now is the time to head to the Columbia River Gorge for wildflower photos. I stopped for a check at the Nature Conservancy’s Tom...Read More

Weekend Sales

Posted on November 24, 2017 by Greg Vaughn

While I don't want to encourage anyone to just go out and buy more "stuff" on Black Friday, there are some really good deals happening this weekend from some of my favorite gear and service providers. If you've been wanting...Read More

50th Anniversary of the Oregon Beach Bill

Posted on June 9, 2017June 9, 2017 by Greg Vaughn

[caption id="attachment_2089" align="aligncenter" width="1400"] Whaleshead Beach, Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, Southern Oregon coast.[/caption] June 7, 2017 marked the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Oregon Beach Bill, which forever guarantees the public's right to access and passage...Read More

Redwoods Workshop Wrap Up

Posted on June 2, 2017June 9, 2017 by Greg Vaughn

[caption id="attachment_2078" align="aligncenter" width="1400"] Rhododendron blooming in the fog, Del Norte Redwoods State Park, California.[/caption] I'm just back from my "Redwoods in the Fog" photo workshop for Muench Workshops. We had great shooting conditions including a nice mix of sunshine,...Read More

Wildflowers at Mount Pisgah Arboretum

Posted on April 7, 2017April 17, 2024 by Greg Vaughn

[caption id="attachment_2053" align="aligncenter" width="1400"] Pink Fawn Lily (Erythronium revolutum)[/caption] Spring has definitely (and finally!) arrived in western Oregon, with wildflowers and gardens bursting into bloom. Mount Pisgah Arboretum and surrounding Howard Buford Recreation Area is an excellent place to see...Read More

2017 Photography Workshops and Tours

Posted on March 1, 2017April 7, 2017 by Greg Vaughn

[caption id="attachment_2036" align="aligncenter" width="1400"] Sea stacks at dawn from Face Rock State Wayside, Bandon, southern Oregon Coast.[/caption] Looking for some inspiration and education this year? Striving to visit very special locations with someone who can show you both the iconic...Read More