Doug Goodell Success Interview
- Camera's
- EOS 1Ds-III
- EOS 1D-IV
- EOS 5D-II
- Cannon G-9
- Nikon P510
- Flash
- 580EX-II (3)
- MT-24EX
- MR-14EX
- Software
- Photoshop CS5-6
- PTGui
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Doug Goodell Success Interview How to reach Doug: www.goodellphotoart.com
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Doug has been involved with photography most of his life. A technical background and wildlife interest came together when he retired from research in 1998. At that time he got hooked on avian photography which remains his main interest, though he is now involved with many other types of nature subjects. His work includes fine-art prints, books, lectures, and workshops. He is a contributor or co-author of four books. He is a member of the Ridgewood Camera Club, The New Jersey Photographers Forum, and the North American Nature Photographers Association.
"I was involved with scientific photography most of my career. This technical background, plus artistic and wildlife interests came together when I retired from a research establishment in 1998. At that time I got hooked on nature photography and birds in particular.
As my work evolved, I was fortunate to study with noted bird photographer Arthur Morris who helped to enhance my interest and skills in this rather specialized area. Eventually I was able to setup a small photographic business selling fine art prints. This also led to lecturing and exhibiting in many venues around the country.
In the course of working with fine art prints, I became involved with the development of photographic books about natural history and conservation subjects. This work expended my activities beyond just birds, to include many other types of wildlife and nature photography ranging from macro to landscape subjects. My most recent book is with Marco Saborio, a natural history photo book: Nature's Paradise: Costa Rica.
As for personal information, my wife Debby and I live in Ridgewood New Jersey. We have both been active bird watchers with Deb doing much of the spotting and identification while I work to capture the subject. I am a member of the Ridgewood Camera Club, The New Jersey Photographers Forum, and the North American Nature Photographers Association.
I transitioned to digital captures in 2003 and have greatly appreciated the added capabilities afforded my the modern technology. Least anyone wonder, I do use post-capture digital processing tools – they are absolutely necessary in order to properly render images for print media. I do not, however, ‘manipulate’ natural subjects or their relevant environment. Any Images involving significant modifications are identified as ‘photo illustrations.’ Additionally, I focus on subjects in their wild natural habitat, and when captive subjects are necessary, they are clearly identified as such."
