Monthly Archives: February 2012

Chef James McDonald – From the farm to the plate

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

This chef is very serious about food.  James follows the point of view  “from the farm to the plate”.  Fresh wholesome ingredients with passion! The chef is responsible for the food at these famous restaurants. Check out this video Another portrait … Continue reading →

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Sperm Whales in Dominica

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

Sperm Whales in Dominica

This is Izzy our guide with four Sperm Whales. This adventure was organized by Clark Miller, and I am so lucky to be here.

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Can you see me?

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

This frog fish photographed in the lembeh strait, is one of the reasons I keep going back.  I love the design and texture of this fish, and never get tired of seeing this species underwater, as this fish comes in … Continue reading →

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Facing Fear & the Bucket List are two reasons whale swimming is becoming popular

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

Over the years, I have taken many kinds of people on whale swimming adventures.  The range includes those that have swimming with whales as “thing” to check off their bucket lists, people that wanted to face their fears of the … Continue reading →

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Hire a Professional

Posted on February 26, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

A few years ago, I decided to attend Image Exploration in  Vancouver island Canada.  This is a week long workshop where a few hundred photographers gather to hone their skills. Since I was going to Canada anyway, I decided to … Continue reading →

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Aspen Forest of Colorado

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

I recently went to Colorado to celebrate my fathers 80th birthday.  While it was winter in Colorado going back made me remember seeing the mountains in the fall when the Aspen were starting to change color.  While I miss the … Continue reading →

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Inconic Maui Scene – Sugar Plantation

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

One of the first things visitors to Maui see is the twin stacks of the sugar mill puffing away with the vapors drifting in the strong Maui trade winds.  The gusts were about 2o knots on this day as evidenced … Continue reading →

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Behind every good Man is an incredible Woman

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

This old saying is so true.  In my case I would not be where I am if not for the love, support, trust, belief, technical support, and understanding of my wife.   I recently received the Master of Photography degree, … Continue reading →

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Maui Green Sea Turtles like to bask

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

Basking on the beach is not limited to humans.  It seems turtles do it to. Within a few minutes the sky was almost void of light the mass turtle migration occurred.    Sixteen male turtles hauled out for the night.  The … Continue reading →

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Dominica – The adventure begins

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Doug Hoffman

Today I depart for Dominica.  Not the Dominican Republic. In my effort to conform to stricter airline regulations I am traveling very lite.  I have 85 pounds of checked baggage spread out into two pieces of luggage.  I will get … Continue reading →

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