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My first shot on Explore - it's still very special to me. And, with all the photoshop stuff I've learned since this shot, there's not a thing I'd change. Just goes to show. PS ain't everything.

This image from Coloma, California won 3rd Price in Costco's 2008 International Photo Competition (with 21,000 entries):

This shot won me four tickets to a sunset cruise on the San Francisco Bay with the Red & White Fleet:

My shot from Bodie made the 2011 Bodie calendar - I'm honored:

Click on the logo above to join NAPP - a great organization with lots of teaching resources. I love them.

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Blogs:
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Twitter: @MarianneBush

I guess it's time I update my info as it's been years since I started on flickr. When it comes to photography I have three loves: nature, landscape, and HDR and sometimes the three do meet. However, I do not turn my birds into HDR, wouldn't dream of it. The birds and animals are sacred when it comes to that, tempting though it might be :-).

I dream photography, I read photography, I study everything in sight just to get better and understand the process. My camera goes where I go, and I spend hours in front of my computer studying the masters and try to learn from the many wonderful photographers who chose to share their knowledge for which I'm eternally grateful. Thank you so much for dropping by and for leaving me a note. I am very bad at reciprocating as there are other priorities in my life, like keeping my husband happy, but I do appreciate any feedback I get.

Today (August 27, 2008) I read the most enlightened and inspirational blog entry about photography. If you read this please check out www.scottkelby.com/blog/2008/archives/1889 Plan your trip Local Radar Detailed Forecast

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enlightphoto Gary Crabbe
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phil_mcgrew Phil McGrew
Cameralabs Gordon Laing
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My Danish Kitchen Gitte
Jim Nix /... Jim Nix
Frank Scott... Frank Scott
blame_the_monkey Elia Locardi
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Croporamas 144 photos, 247 members
Northern California Photographers 61,761 photos, 1,904 members
Stuck On Earth Community 46,419 photos, 3,423 members
HDR 744,775 photos, 84,507 members
Flickr Foto Fame (Gallery of Outstanding Photos) 1,613 photos, 1,410 members
The California Missions- Spanish Influence 102 photos, 5 members
Places I Have Been 98 photos, 25 members
Rural American West 26,632 photos, 799 members
CITRIT,Best of yours! / Invited shots only/comment 2 / 297,544 photos, 30,043 members
Sevilla 28,852 photos, 2,378 members
Cordoba 3,162 photos, 279 members
" Málaga Sun Coast.. " 4,342 photos, 270 members
For Garnite! 515 photos, 143 members
Photographer's Choice~Hall of Fame (Invitation) 16,513 photos, 1,722 members
BorrowLenses.com 2,809 photos, 470 members
SF Bay Area Photography Group 120 photos, 15 members
iHDR 2,254 photos, 216 members
Beautiful California 65,573 photos, 2,372 members
San Francisco 187,935 photos, 12,157 members
California HDR 1,659 photos, 131 members
Canon 7D Digital SLR 243,467 photos, 8,645 members
in loving memory of imapix 133 photos, 158 members
Photomatix 329,418 photos, 18,136 members
Lightroom Competition 94 photos, 74 members
The Nature Conservancy 415,816 photos, 29,072 members
Adobe Photowalk 541 photos, 113 members
TIO's "Seal of Approval" (Invited Images Only) 8,249 photos, 839 members
Super Shots - Only Invited Photos 257,005 photos, 41,078 members
Natures Finest (Invited Images Only) 299,114 photos, 39,632 members
San Francisco's Mission District Photo Walk 445 photos, 59 members
Elite Photography (Quality Images Only) 108,146 photos, 5,901 members
Jotbe's Group (INVITE ONLY !!!!!) -Give 2 Awards 36,641 photos, 3,330 members
FlickrOffline - Meetups / Events / Group Projects 81 photos, 87 members
Redwood City 1,909 photos, 151 members
DPE & Nations Photo Lab 2,418 photos, 140 members
DPExperience 22,194 photos, 1,000 members
Spectacular Animals (Invite Only) Vote For May's Best Photo 76,033 photos, 9,588 members
Photos are NEVER Free! 241 photos, 83 members
Excellence in Floral Photography_INVITED IMAGES ONLY 34,834 photos, 7,771 members
Topaz Software 76,959 photos, 4,932 members
Fluidr 6,249 photos, 452 members
Kris Kros Contacts 125,006 photos, 3,932 members
Getty Images Call for Artists 465,107 photos, 84,618 members
Color Photo Award - PREMIER -- Post 1: Give 2 - Get 5: Go BRONZE 176,182 photos, 31,525 members
Nik Software Photo Share 90,337 photos, 5,026 members
Northern California Photography 99,478 photos, 3,991 members
Pioneer Woman Photography Assignments 177,156 photos, 56,244 members
Yosemite Blog 2,726 photos, 251 members
yosemite 29,256 photos, 4,689 members
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Testimonials (11)

Kris Kros says:

"Marianne is one of my favorite friends on flickr. I just love her devotion and dedication to her art and photography."

19th November, 2009
helenabraga (slowly) says:

"Marianne is a role model for me. A lady, a great woman, an excellent photographer....She is a winner, when is facing a difficulty she goes to fight, she seeks the victory with faith and energy. Your attitude facing a sickness in her family is great, an example for us. I feel in Marianne a truly friend and it's an honour to have her friendship, a pleasure to see her photos, EXCELLENT photos, where the versatility is her trademark. Marianne has fabulous landscapes... and great macros, so nice bird! Talented girl! One inspiration on Flickr, a lighting mind and a lovely friend. Let's be frank, she is an intelligent brain sharing her photos on Flickr. She is a happy person and I just love my dear Marianne. One day I will go to California, so I will meet this great photographer. Now, a lot of hugs my lady!

Helena, June 18th, 2009."

19th June, 2009
Ragstatic says:

"My good friend , fine friend for long. Marianne you are among the people I hold in high regard. One for your work. Your knack of capturing the antics of the birds is second to none - I just gape at them. Variety is the essence on your stream my dear. Two for your friendship. Thanks for your visits and inspiring comments"

15th May, 2009
Gypsy Flores Photography says:

"Not only is she one fantastic person who is absolutely one of the most fun and informative people to go on a photo safari with; but her photography is some of the best around--ANYWHERE. She deserves every award that she wins for it as she is not only very talented but very passionate and hard-working. She is one of my inspirations and when I grow up I want to be like her."

4th January, 2009
ѕhadowdancer says:

"Marianne is one of the most amazing photographers I've gotten to know on Flickr. I've watched her work grow, change, and evolve over time and every time I think she's posted her best work yet, she blows me away with another masterpiece of nature. Please take the time to browse her photostream; you won't be disappointed. On a more personal note, I find her warm, friendly, and forever helpful. I'm truly lucky to call her friend."

22nd October, 2008
Fraggle Red says:

"Marianne is an outstanding photographer and artist. No matter what her subject, be it wildlife, landscapes or cityscapes, she puts her own imprint on these, making them even more interesting and eye-catching. She has her own unique style of processing her images which just leaves me speechless and in awe. Words really can’t do her work justice; if you know her you know what I mean, if you shouldn’t have seen her work, I urge you to go and have a look NOW. I promise you, you won’t regret it and you will be coming back. I certainly can’t wait to see more of your wonderful work, Marianne. Thanks you for sharing it with us all."

30th August, 2008
Marrrcelll says:

"Marianne is a photographer that keeps amazing me with her wide variety of subjects. She always knows how to grab my attention with those great quality photos. They are very refreshing."

18th August, 2008
dinali77 says:

"Marianne

It has been a year of knowing you and enjoying your work here at Flickr.
You can create a landscape to blow our imagination,
you can capture a flower that melts the hearts,
and you can give us the wildlife with creativity.
It’s has certainly been my pleasure dear friend !"

14th November, 2007
A Sutanto says:

"I took had the pleasure of meeting Marianne in person. I truly admire her talents in making great capture as well as processing and editing her images into a one of a kind master piece. I can honestly say I have been and will continue to be inspired by her work."

22nd October, 2007
Christopher Chan says:

"I recently had the pleasure of meeting in person, this wonderful San Francisco-based photographer, even though I lived half way around the world in Sydney. Marianne's infectious enthusiasm for photography and her bright outlook makes her an ideal photo buddy and friend. Not to mention the fact that she is an extremely talented photographer."

2nd October, 2007
mandyonearth says:

"Marianne is a very talented photographer. Wether her subject be a street musician in the city or a bird on a nieghbours roof, she has an uncanny ability of capturing thier mood and character. Her post prossesing is remarkable and floral shots superb. I am very glad to have met her as a photographer and contact. Thanks Marianne, your a pleasure : )"

26th December, 2006