Punalu'u Lagoon, Ka'u, Hawaii

Punalu'u, a location from which Hawaiians would gather fresh water. The photo is taken from the black sand beach ridge with the Pacific Ocean behind.

Bug Camouflage

First time I ever saw this in Hawaii. I can see why.

Hawaiian Natives

The passion vine butterfly collects nectar from the native ilima flower, whose leis were worn by Hawaiian royalty.

The white maia or pua pilo is endemic to Hawaii. It blooms after sunset and turns pink and wilts with the coming of the sun.

Milolii, Hawaii - High Surf Warnings

Pounding surf along the southwest shores of the Big Island of Hawaii.

DEEPEST SOUTH USA - SOUTH POINT, HAWAII

50-60 feet above the ocean, this hoist and attached ladder used to aid fishermen with their catches. However, this structure is now used mostly for jumping off and climbing back up via the ladder not visible from here.

KAILUA-KONA B&B: HALE MALUHIA

The son of a good friend asked me to shoot their B&B above Kailua-Kona, HI. HDR is an awesome process.

TULIPS from WA and OR

April 2010- Tulip Festivals in Woodburn, OR and La Conner, WA The local websites advise on the progress of the blooming season and as it gets closer, the week the flowers are expected to bloom. Tulips are planted in stages. As early blooms age, new blooms are opening. The fields and gardens are a feast for the eyes. Wow!!