All Birds

have over 7,000 bird portraits of 150 species which includes; bluebird, cardinal, woodpeckers, goldfinch, hummingbird, blue jay, owl, warblers of all kind, wrens, titmouse, thrush, mockingbird, phoebe, tanager, oriole, fly catchers, birds of prey, and many others.

I’ll be adding more as time goes on. (I’ve since added 4 more galleries.) I’m no longer offering prints for sale. If you’d like to a high resolution image for your personal or business use, please contact me. It’s very affordable.

I’m also available for workshops and presentations.

Just a few comments from visitors…
This has to be the BEST WILDLIFE photo I have EVER seen! Just spectacular!!
– Would you mind if I used this image for a painting? It’s such a beautiful shot!
– Love this pic! Should be framed!
– Breathtaking!
– Absolutely beautiful! National Geographic quality.
– This photo could win a prize!
– That’s a real beauty ….need to submit it to the MO Conservationist Mag.
– I love it that you captured the moment!
– You take the best pictures!
– I LOVE bluebirds & I LOVE all your amazing bird photos you share!
– Thanks for sharing all your beautiful photos. I look at each one many times.

Your compositions are always carefully orchestrated, but this one is a gift!
Hal is the bird whisper!
Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos Hal. They help bring calmness in an unsettled world.
Wow! How do you do that?
Your bird pics are off the charts! Excellent work Hal.
And this one from Tom…
I’m no photographer – only a man who appreciates beauty, in all of its forms, wherever it might exist. I feel compelled to state that your images are that of wizardry – in your skill and talent for capturing those magical moments of Mother Nature’s offerings, with focal points that augment the essence of your beautiful subjects. I’ve long stated that some take beautiful pictures but I am the biggest fan of those that capture fleeting moments. As usual, well done, Sir.

I'd love to hear from you.

Blog posts

We pass through many doors

A few years ago I created a series titled Passages. The 24×36 inch metal print above me is my favorite...

What is it about being different?

This week I wrote a poem and attached a bird portrait to my Facebook page. (I do that a lot.)...

1st Quarter 2025 Bird Photos, Etc.

Hi, there! In the past I’ve posted thousands of bird portraits and snapshots – but not all I’ve captured. You...

Happy New Year 2025

Cast like iron he fixed his gaze, Upon the future of distant days, With hope and dreams as bright as flame, A yearning heart, an untold claim.

The Eighteen Percent

18% of Americans deal with one or more disabilities. Understanding is the key to their freedom. So, I offer this...

4th Quarter 2024 Birds, Etc.

Hi, there! In the past I’ve posted thousands of bird portraits and snapshots – but not all I’ve captured. You can check them out in my 5 bird galleries on the menu and my monthly blog posts at the bottom of each page.

100 Years of Hurricane Data

After the recent devastation caused by hurricane Helene I started looking at some raw data on the NOAA website. I decided to download 100 years of data, put into a spreadsheet, then extrapolate the information. What I found was very interesting so I thought I'd share some of that data with you.

Snuffed out in the prime of life…

The tragic events of yesterday – a 14 year old boy shot and killed 4 people at his high school...

His peace finds its way to me

From time to time when the “spirit” moves I’m inclined to put pen to paper. What follows is the result...

September 2024 Birds And…

Hi, there! In the past I’ve posted thousands of bird portraits and snapshots – but not all I’ve captured. You...

Wing Us A Song…

Can I insert a little levity. I think I can use a little. How about you? Wing us a song...

On The Forgotten Art of Lament

As a Christian people we have forgotten, or never really understood, the art of lament. So here are my thoughts....

Two Lonely Monarchs

Two lonely monarchs,Each sitting on their throne,Both trying desperately,To buy up every vote. Here a promise,There a promise,Do words really...

Standing alone

Kathleen and I walk early in the morning. Since school started we've been walking past high schoolers waiting for their bus. In one of the small groups standing at a corner we noticed five girls. One standing by herself and a group of the other four.

Flawless

A favorite song of mine is Flawless by MercyMe. I'll share the lyrics below. I always enjoy seeing a newly emerged butterfly from its cocoon. In essence they are "flawless." Not a mark on them. Such was the case today as I saw this tiger swallowtail blow through our garden.

Looking Through My Window Pane

Looking through my window pane,Is it just me, or has the world gone insane,A canvas painted with hues of gray,Where...