The Kite Without A String
Not all kites need strings. This is a White-tailed Kite found by Ballona Creek in Los Angeles. They hover while searching for prey and very much resemble the typical four Continue Reading →
Tag: flying
The Drama Above And Below
Flying West toward Los Angeles, I was lucky enough to catch the light before a storm came in this past Fall. I think this might have been the storm that Continue Reading →
Moonrise 37,000’ Over California
The full moon rising over Central California from a flight home. Always grab the left (port) side A seats when heading south to LA.
Mallard Watching Snowy Egret Take Flight
Sometimes I prefer my titles to be exacting. In this case, I truly can’t confirm the Mallard is really watching the Snowy Egret take off. But it is in the Continue Reading →
Brandt’s Cormorant At Top Speed
I’ll have some nesting pictures later in the week because these Brandt’s Cormorants in La Jolla, California nest RIGHT next to a sidewalk on a bluff. But for now, enjoy Continue Reading →
Inbound
Hanging out at LAX, watching the flights come in.
Keeping Pace With The Elegant Terns
A non-typical gloomy day in Malibu this week gave me the opportunity to work with Elegant Terns and a bit of motion blur.
Long-billed Curlew In Flight
Without this lucky photo of a curlew in flight, I never would’ve known the beautiful pattern they have on their wing feathers.
Snowy Egret Gliding Past A Watery Abstract
Another photos from a fine morning birding at Ballona Creek. It’s been rainy in LA these last few days, less than ideal for more birding. We’ll see what next week Continue Reading →
Red-footed Booby On Approach
Watching boobies making and tending nests can be a thrill.
The Light Streaming Down In LA
Just the right light and clouds and haze at just the right time.
Hummy At A Flower
Description: I got lucky, that’s how I would describe what went into this photo. Hummingbirds are so dang fast and this one was no exception. But it did really like Continue Reading →
The Gloom And The Light
Description: All that green requires water. And such moody water it is. Location: Near Felt, Idaho, USA, North America
Traffic Into The San Fernando Valley
Description: I went out flying the drone tonight with an idea in my head. It was more of less this view in the form of a timelapse (viewable here). Setting Continue Reading →
Pilots Love Pizza
Description: Today’s photo is a look behind the curtain to find: pilots love pizza. Don’t worry, he put it away before closing the door. Both the pilot and the copilot, Continue Reading →
Post-Sunset In Rancho Palos Verdes
Description: Just another peaceful evening last night above the PV peninsula in California. By the way, does this look a bit off on your screen? I have two screens and Continue Reading →
Looking Out A Window
Description: High up Location: Not too sure Copyright 2023 Peter West Carey Photography – All rights reserved
Sunset In The Sky
Description: Sometimes the best seat is looking away from the sun. All the beautiful colors stacked on the horizon. That is Mono Lake just under the wing. Location: California, USA, Continue Reading →
Miles Above Yosemite National Park On A Perfect Day
Description: This used to be an almost weekly view for me, or at least the chance to see it (clouds willing). While I love living in California, I do miss the Continue Reading →
Nest Building Booby
Description: While one red-footed booby comes in with nest making material, can you spot the female in the brush? Location: Galapagos, Ecuador, South America Photograph Copyright Peter West Carey. Image Available For Continue Reading →
Freaky Looking Sunset Over The Sierra
Description: I don’t fly as much as I used to and this would be one of the things I miss about so many flights: chance encounters with natural beauty. In this Continue Reading →
Los Angeles Sunrise From The Valley
Description: Trying to plan a photo like this might make me a bit bonkers so I am glad serendipity was on my side. After taking off from Burbank airport I was Continue Reading →
Can You Figure Out What Is Going On Here?
Description: That’s Mount Rainier in Washington and the tip of an Alaska Airlines jet wing, but what’s going on with the clouds? Guesses? Location: Washington, USA, North America Photograph Copyright Peter Continue Reading →
Drone Photos That Don’t Look Like Drone Photos
Description: This post might get a little too deep into the joy of being behind the camera, so if that’s not your thing, just click on through. I love that a Continue Reading →
Above, Around, Oregon’s Forest
Forest Waterfalls Mountains Rivers Trees Green Dams named Green Peter If you like any of the above, you’ll love my latest video in the Above, Around series on YouTube. This Continue Reading →
Above, Around, LA
Since I purchased a DJI Mavic 3 Cine in January, I’ve been recording more and more aerial footage. While I do market all of it through OverflightStock.com, I thought I Continue Reading →
I’m Not Entirely Sure Where This Is
Description: Do you ever look back at old photos and draw a blank as to their location? For me this is particularly poignant because just yesterday I was mentioning to my Continue Reading →
Valley Sunset Solace
Description: Filmed over three different nights, here’s a quick 1 minute video if you need something to relax to. Wait around to the end for the moonrise. If you don’t see Continue Reading →
What’s Across The Border With Mexico?
Description: Looking at this photo, can you tell which side is the US and which is Mexico? Sure, if you know that I live in the US, it is safe to Continue Reading →
The Power Of An Eagle
Description: Up in Alaska, where bald eagles are plentiful, it’s a pleasure to watch them hunt for fish, even in the rain. Location: Alaska, USA, North America Photograph Copyright Peter West Carey. Continue Reading →