The Nikonians team

Russ MacDonald (Arkayem)

Moderator

6144 posts

Recommended by 27 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

9105 posts

Recommended by 45 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

33087 posts

Recommended by 103 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.

Kathy Cavallaro (Cavy2)

8666 posts

Recommended by 65 users

Member since August 2, 2006

I'm originally from the Philadelphia area of Pennsylvania, and have lived in Colorado, Nebraska, and Indiana. I’m currently back home in rural Bucks County, PA.I purchased my first camera, a D70s, about 11 years ago. In addition to learning from the folks at Nikonians, I’ve taken many photography courses online, in the classroom and in the field. I've had various pieces accepted into juried exhibitions and frequently sell images through the stock agancy Alamy.

Charlie Choc (cchoc)

Moderator

5581 posts

Recommended by 32 users

Charter Member

In Memoriam. Charlie was Nikonians member for almost 12 years and a moderator for over 7 years. In that time he managed to spread his convictions about landscape photography: "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." You will be sorely missed.

Diane L. Simmons (coolmom42)

Moderator

5658 posts

Recommended by 50 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

15013 posts

Recommended by 32 users

Member since March 31, 2002

Great site, great artists

Darrell Young (DigitalDarrell)

Author - NikoniansPress Books

6024 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

16598 posts

Recommended by 106 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

12550 posts

Recommended by 129 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

14436 posts

Recommended by 79 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

11748 posts

Recommended by 41 users

Member since April 26, 2004

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

J. Ramon Palacios (jrp)

Nikonians Co-Founder

42705 posts

Recommended by 109 users

Charter Member

Bo and I founded Nikonians at the end of 1999, launching officially in early 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#jrp We are happy to have you here - Nikon Rules! This portfolio is mostly of landscape and wildlife images made at ANPATs, and portraiture at home.

John McGarry (jtmcg)

Moderator

5800 posts

Recommended by 29 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

3716 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

3719 posts

Recommended by 26 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

4981 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.

Ned S. Levi (Ned_L)

Moderator

8385 posts

Recommended by 60 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

2121 posts

Recommended by 30 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.

Tom Jacob (sevendayimages)

Moderator

3954 posts

Recommended by 39 users

Member since September 5, 2011

If you shoot Nikon and love photography…don’t think about it and join us. We’ve got all the juice to get you up to speed with your gear or inspire you into new photo adventures!

Kristina Nessl (yagaberry)

ezine production and office management

6 posts

Recommended by 1 users

Member since August 1, 2006

on the team since 2006

Zita Kemeny (zkemeny)

Software Developer

857 posts

Recommended by 12 users

Charter Member

Photos keep moments and let us go back in time whenever we want to. Started at Nikonians in August 2005 and wonder where all these years has been gone so fast.