The Nikonians team

Russ MacDonald (Arkayem)

Moderator

6142 posts

Recommended by 26 users

Charter Member

I am a retired professional photographer. I used to own a studio specializing in weddings, portraits, and events. Now I am a hobby photographer (the highest form of photography). While I still photograph people at events (mostly my family using flash) my new interests have shifted to landscapes, architecture, wildlife, still life, travel, air shows, and HDR techniques. Prior to being a Wedding Photographer, I was an Electrical Engineer (MSEE USF, 1975) working on integrated circuits for cameras and flashes. I am also an FAA Certificated Flight Instructor (CFII).

Bo Stahlbrandt (bgs)

Nikonians Co-Founder

8167 posts

Recommended by 29 users

Charter Member

Ramón and I founded Nikonians end of 1999, launching officially 2000. It is truly amazing to see what we have become today - thanks to all of you who have supported us and continue to do so! Without your support, Nikonians would not be able to exist. You can find out more about the team and me on our team page: https://www.nikonians.org/teampage#bgs We are happy to have you here - Nikon Rules!

Brian Wong (blw)

Moderator

30461 posts

Recommended by 85 users

Member since June 18, 2004

I shoot flowers, baseball, insects, railroading, birds, motorsports, landscapes, old machines, street, portraits, the texture of history... whatever piques my interest. I'm now 98% digital, but I still shoot that 2% film, and I still have the film part of a darkroom - but chemical printing is something I plan never to go back to.

Charlie Choc (cchoc)

Moderator

5310 posts

Recommended by 29 users

Charter Member

Wilderness photography gives me an opportunity to combine my love of the outdoors with my love of photography, and I spend my time chasing light around the country. My specialties are photographing the Smoky Mountains, the desert southwest and the greater Yellowstone area. I am fortunate to have won various awards and my work has been published in books, on magazine covers, calendars and in newspaper articles.

Diane L. Simmons (coolmom42)

Moderator

4968 posts

Recommended by 40 users

Member since December 1, 2011

I shoot landscapes, family, and wildlife, finding the most inspiration in those close to me and my beloved Tennessee hills. The support and help from fellow Nikonians has been invaluable to me.

Dan LaRusso (dclarhorn)

Moderator

14952 posts

Recommended by 30 users

Member since March 31, 2002

Great site, great artists

Darrell Young (DigitalDarrell)

Author - NikoniansPress Books

6010 posts

Recommended by 32 users

Charter Member

It is important that we help support the Nikonians.org website by getting at least a Silver membership, preferably a Gold. Nikonians.org is a unique place on the web. We must all work together to keep it so!

David Summers (dm1dave)

Moderator and Nikonians Photo Contests Director

14795 posts

Recommended by 88 users

Member since September 12, 2006

My life in the visual arts started as an Illustrator/Draftsman in the United Sates Navy. After my retirement from the military I turned to photography as my primary creative outlet. Shortly after picking up my first DSLR, a D50, I discovered Nikonians. The people and friendly atmosphere of the Nikonians community has been my greatest asset for the advancement of my photography. I am proud to be part of the Nikonians team!

Bob Tomerlin (drjimbob)

Moderator Emeritus

15520 posts

Charter Member

In Memoriam. Bob (drjimbob) accumulated over 15,500 posts in eight years, mostly to help others. His dedication as Moderator of the Critique Forum consolidated it into the civil and helpful center of learning that it is today. You are missed by all the many friends you made here. The comment in his member profile: THANKS to Bo & JRP and all of you helpful Nikonians! And some friendly advice: if you ever have the opportunity to to be on an ANPAT - DO IT !!!!

Eric Bowles (ericbowles)

Nikonians Academy Director

11521 posts

Recommended by 114 users

Member since November 25, 2005

I'm a full time professional nature photographer and director of the Nikonians Academy. I lead photo tours and teach workshops specializing in the southeastern United States. I sell prints, provide individual instruction and do a range of commercial work. I've been shooting with Nikon gear for about 15 years. My main interest areas are landscapes, wildlife and macro, but I do a good bit of urban photography. Several of my current projects involve photographing nature in an urban environment. I have a specialty in photographing large animals - dogs and horses. My non-profit work includes serving on the Board of NANPA (the North American Nature Photography Association). I also provide photography for an area pet rescue specializing in German Shepherds.

Ernesto Santos (esantos)

Moderator

13942 posts

Recommended by 75 users

Member since November 10, 2002

Nikonians is a wonderful place to learn and share your own knowledge with others. Since I first discovered Nikonians in 2002 I've come here on a daily basis, and every day I learn something.

James Pisarz (James23p)

Moderator

11523 posts

Recommended by 35 users

Member since April 26, 2004

God Bless all those in harms way. Proud US Navy Corspman

John McGarry (jtmcg)

Moderator

5275 posts

Recommended by 22 users

Member since March 22, 2007

Shot a lot of Kodachrome back in the 80s then life called and I got away from photography. I'm now retired and back into photography shooting digital and enjoying it.

Stan Jacox (km6xz)

Moderator

3703 posts

Recommended by 69 users

Member since January 22, 2009

Returned to photography 8 years ago after a 15 year gap with my first DSLR, a D90 when it was first introduced. I've had a number of my photos licensed in the past for calendars and record albums but that was back when I was a recording engineer/producer/studio owner/ for 25 years near San Francisco. Now live in St Petersburg Russia for the past 14 years and LOVE it! It would be a shame NOT to have a good camera in this photogenic city.

Karen Willshaw (Marjani)

Moderator

3662 posts

Recommended by 25 users

Charter Member

Living where I do, you can't help but want to pick up a camera and shoot the amazing scenery above & below. More recently I have been asked to be the official photographer at small weddings - usually no more that 6 people. Although daunting, I really do enjoy these intimate occasions and I strive to give the happy couple memorable images reflecting their special day

Martin Turner (Martin Turner)

Moderator

4972 posts

Recommended by 34 users

Member since June 20, 2006

I started as a photojournalist and over the years have moved into marketing and advertising photography. In 2012 I started a branding company, and now offer brand photography as one of my key distinctives. I love Nikonians because not only is it the most authoritative advice on Nikon and photography generally, but also the most well behaved corner of the internet.

Marsha Edmunds (meadowlark2)

Moderator

5505 posts

Recommended by 47 users

Member since September 3, 2012

My interest in photography started when I was a young girl with an Kodak Instamatic camera followed by my Dad's Pentax 35mm,my first SLR, and a series of Nikon Digital SLR cameras. Wildlife, landscapes, and family photographs were my interest but I have since found macro photography fascinating especially for wild flowers. With great current lenses it has been exciting to zoom in on wildlife and learn more about them by watching and capturing images of behavior. My interest has really been fanned in the digital age with the great quality of images now possible.

Ned S. Levi (Ned_L)

Moderator

8238 posts

Recommended by 57 users

Charter Member

The majority of my photography is Travel Photography, which goes hand and hand with my work as a Travel Journalist. I write a weekly travel opinion and advice column, as well as articles for corporate newsletters, and other outlets. As more and more travel being done these days is to see the natural world, travel photography now includes wildlife photography, which has been a long time passion of mine. I also do a considerable amount of architectural, as well as news and event photography, plus some catalog and documentation photography.

Nicholas Randall (NRandall)

Moderator

2069 posts

Recommended by 28 users

Member since September 12, 2013

My first experience with Nikon was in 1982 when my partner at the time had a Nikon FM2 and a newly acquired 85mm 1.4 AIS lens for available light images for live theater, where I worked as a lighting designer. Fast forward to Australia in 2006 and my reentry into photography with an F100 and soon after a D80. The innovations that have come into Nikon cameras in the past 9 years has been breathtaking. These days Nikonians is my regular companion as I learn and grow with others as we ride this amazing wave of creative technology.

Rick Walker (walkerr)

Moderation Director

17637 posts

Recommended by 93 users

Member since May 6, 2002

I've been involved in photography with SLRs since I was ten years old and have never lost my fascination and joy with it. There's something special about its blend of art and personal memories that inspires me. The areas of photography I enjoy the most are landscapes, wildlife, and travel; it's hard for me to imagine a time when I'll lose interest in them. An early adopter of digital, I'm a happy user of DSLRs. I'm fortunate to live in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where there are ample opportunities for the photographic subjects I enjoy. I'm happy and honored to be part of the team.