My cat and studio lights

Got some studio lights and my cats wandered into the frame so I took a couple of shots. Here they are!

 

Once I get all setup and start going out more I should have more to post, just moved to a new house so things are a little busy with some of the cleaning and repairs.
thanks again to all the people who look at these, I do follow the stats and I'm amazed at how many people from other countries look at my pics. It always gives me goosebumps.

one quick on

Trying to save up for a better camera, if you like what I do and would like to see more please donate to the "I want a full framer camera" fund at cindybates@rogers.com in paypal. Thanks for your support.
On with the picture

Pics for Sept 2012

So my wife and I are moving to an area where there is a protected forest right in your backyard. I'm hoping that I will start going out a little more come next spring to take some pics. Its been hard lately but I hope to jump full into it.
If you would like a pring of any of the pics feel free to send a message. 8x12 is 20 bucks for any of the photos. If you want canvas then send me a message and we will work out a price.

A few new guys running around

FINALLY!

here are a couple of pics, if you would like to buy any of the hi-res images please shot me an email. All money goes to more camera gear!

Please remember I dont water mark these so you can see them as they are, please if you use them let me know.

Walk for a cure

Last July I was diagnosed with diabetes, along with that came heart disease and various other complications. I have learned a lot from various doctors and people around me and for the most part have everything under control.
This has opened my eyes to various health issues and the cures we need. I'm walking for a cure June 10th for diabetes, if you care to help please donate Here. I believe there is a cure out there and every little bit helps, if not for a cure then for help to make this disease a bit better to live with.
Thanks for everything
Don Dixon

A trip to the Zoo

Went to the Toronto Zoo and caught a couple of pics, I find from holding a camera and finding beauty in the world that I stop taking pictures and just enjoy my surroundings. Photography has really opened my eyes to whats around me and I'm enjoying every moment.

 

 

Chipmunks are out!

Caught this guy wondering around my yard, still working on getting him to eat out of my hand. Soon, very soon though.

birds of prey close up and personal

Went to the mall today and they had a bird show going on, the place was packed with both adults and kids in awe of these amazing birds. Here are 2 really close up shots using a 100-400mm with an iso of 2500 just to catch the light at the distance I was at.

And one from my yard, I thought it looked kind of neat so I decided to post it as well.

spring is in the air

Got out and shot off a couple of pics down at our local lake. There were a bunch of birds enjoying the warmth of the sun and looking for food in the melting snow.
Here they are.

A few from the summer trips

 

These images above were all taken at the African Lion Safari in Cambridge Ontario

 

This image is from the Buffalo Zoo, if you get a chance to visit there I highly recommend it.

The above animals are from Sea World Florida and Bush Gardens

Few from Dominican

Recently went to the Dominican, it wasnt a photo trip but I managed to snap off a few.