If one is curious about the nickname, I suggest reading about it here.

There are two main hobbies that occupy my free time. One being photography, which is why I joined Flickr, and the other being genealogy, which unfortunately I am no longer active due to family obligations.

I can trace the photography bug back through the generations to my Great Grandfather who did it professionally in the early 1900's in Hungary. I have never been able to find one of his photographs, although I have proof of him calling himself a photographer, through Ellis Island records, when he came to visit his sister.

Family Lore indicates that I started taking pictures with a little Kodak Brownie from about the age of 7, through a stage with a 120 mm camera. The same lore also seems to indicate that I may have shot a few with my late Father's Exacta. In my teens, I received a Pentax Spotmatic and shot with it until I received a Pentax SuperProgram back in the '80s. These days, my camera of choice is my Nikon D300, although I still use the D70. I know that I will never go back to film.

Since arriving on Flickr, what now seems ages ago, the acceptance of my photography by the site's members was totally unexpected and still humbles me. As our lives move forward, so does the ebb and flows of the many friendships I have made on Flickr. Thank you all for the journey! A hearty thank you to Howard for his most loyal friendship, and forcing my hand at photography to a higher level.

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ALL MY PHOTOGRAPHS are ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, WORLDWIDE and are COPYRIGHT © solely to me. The images may not be downloaded for personal, commercial or educational use, copied to blogs, personal websites, used as wallpaper, screensavers etc., WITHOUT MY WRITTEN PERMISSION. If you would like to use an image, you MUST contact me to obtain written permission. Acknowledging the source of the copyrighted material does not substitute for obtaining written permission.

Nearly all of my photographs have the date and time stamp in the title in the form of YYYYMMDD-HHMMSS in the parenthesis, or Year Month Day - Hour Minute Second, as it is my default storage format. When contacting me about a photo, please identify the photo either by URL on Flickr or using the date & time stamp. Thank You.

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To All those that visit:

I try my best to respond to all of the interactions on my photographs, as best as I can, given current real-life issues. I greatly appreciate your visits, favourites, comments and any other interaction. Your acceptance of my photography was totally unexpected and still humbles me. Real life has taken a funny turn for me these days. I find that I can't be on Flickr very much, so try to get around as best as I can when I am on. If I haven't visited, please don't be offended or think that I am ignoring you. My elderly parent is my first priority.

Note:, If you have NO icon, NO publicly viewable photos, and NO profile, then I will likely block that account.



Lately, some public photo pools have been turned into private ones, by rogue admins. This is truly unfortunate as they were some really nice public groups. I should mention that I choose not to participate in private photo pools, as only the members see the photos and the public will never know of the existence of the group.

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Current Primary Gear:

Nikon D70 (Aug 2004)
Nikon D300 (Dec 2007)
Nikon D800 (May 2012)
AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED
AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED (original D70 kit lens)
AF Zoom-NIKKOR 24-85mm f/2.8-4D IF
AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G
AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G
AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4D
AF Micro-NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8D
AF-S VR Zoom-NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF Zoom-NIKKOR 70-300mm F/4-5.6G (original D70 kit lens)
AF VR Zoom-NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 ED
AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
Sigma APO 50-500mm f4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM
SB-600 Flash
SB-900 Flash

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Memberships:
CAPA -- The Canadian Association for Photographic Art
Focus Camera Club (Moncton)

Co-/Lead Administrator:
DM's Lair
Excellence In Avian Photography (EIAP)
Flickr Diamond Group
The Best: BRAVO
Howard and Caz's Gallery (moderated)
Henny's Flower Garden
Henny's Animal Kingdom

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View my photos at bighugelabs.com

DrgnMastr - View my most interesting photos on Flickriver

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Photos of DrgnMastr (23)

  • "May your day be filled with SMILES!" by martian cat
  • The Beauty of colour.... by ❄Caz 71❄
  • Thank you, thank you, thank you... by martian cat
  • Friends... My Special Thank you... by martian cat
  • Dueling Cameras by DrgnMastr
  • Me @ Shubenacadie Wildlife Park by DrgnMastr
  • Me @ Shubenacadie Wildlife Park by DrgnMastr
  • Shooting a Herring Gull (20071021-094737-JKG) by DrgnMastr
  • Me @ Public Gardens (20071021-120419-JKG) by DrgnMastr
  • Duelling (20071208-172244-ADG) by DrgnMastr
  • Shooting the Menorah (20071208-193414-ADG) by DrgnMastr
  • Crossing the Atlantic (1957-04-SG) by DrgnMastr
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DrgnMastr's favorite photos from other Flickr members (6,778)

  • Black-throated Blue Warbler by Rob Gofreed
  • Flyby by Scott Schaub
  • Church at Grand-Pré (20120520, JKG) by cage_ee
  • Crown Imperial (fritillaria imperialis) (20120519, JKG) by cage_ee
  • Bleeding Heart (20120519, JKG) by cage_ee
  • Mandrill Wisdom by Travis Clow
  • Common Yellowthroat by George W. Bowles Sr. by georgesr58
  • Eastern Phoebe by George W. Bowles, Sr by georgesr58
  • Prothonotary Warbler by georgesr58
  • Flying High by Tom in Moncton
  • Irritated by Tom in Moncton
  • 2/3 .....Golden Eagle ..... Nikon D3x 500mm Hand Held ..... Sold at 40 X 60 inches on Canvas ..... Permission granted to display on flickr. by Cameratruth2 / ON SABBATICAL
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Testimonials (12)

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    Penlinken says:

    "DM is a friend and a photographer I most admire in the whole world. I have followed him for a long time now and he is amazing. I wish I could meet more like him, but he is so rare...."

    5th March, 2012

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    Cameratruth2 / ON SABBATICAL says:

    "Dragon master is a friend of mine ........I have only met him recently and we talk quite often on the phone ......... seems we have many things in common including an edge, a temper, tenacity ,and respect for other people...His word is his bond and he is ethusiastic ..........and a wise old soul................today I looked at some of his pictures for the first time as I have been selfishy dealing with my stream lately as I have just recently reinvented my site.........I just about fell of my chair at the talent my eyes viewed.........I looked at Basilica`s..........wildlife, animals of all sorts, a particular " rabbit " shot lololololo , flowers, Fireworks .the list goes on........and I realized I have made friends with greatness.............WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    I was actually shocked at his expertise......... obviously ........and I am humbled and impressed that my new - found friend is more than just a photographer.......... and a mench ..............He has an honesty not seen that much anymore ...........and a carring drive .......... and I am honored to know him and understand him because we both come from very similar schools of thought .............an impressive photographer ..............an impressive person .......that I can learn much from who is honest with me ..............and you can`t ask for more than that ...........as his standards are as impressive as his character...........he has lines you dare not cross as he lives his standards and he is his own man.............. that says alot about somebody living in todays society.......an impressive soul........Howard"

    5th May, 2010

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    digirose says:

    "DrgnMastr is easy to get to know and a good friend to have and keep. He is wise, kind and generous. He will always be there if and when you need him and he won't let you down. DM's is an accomplished photographer and his stream is full of amazing shots, all with interesting descriptions...also in there you will find lots of interesting things about the life and times of the DrgnMastr himself."

    2nd April, 2010

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    Davlyn Photography ® says:

    "You are one of those photographer in flickr that I envy., because you produce very nice and quality pictures. Hope that I have the chance to learn from you. Keep up the good work. Look forward to more of your works."

    25th October, 2008

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    e_digitalis says:

    "Don't let his screen name scare you into believing he's not the sweetest guy around... always ready to extend a helping hand to those in need. This guy is as sweet as cherry blossoms, with an amazing integrity and a quick, impish sense of humor as well! Plus, he's a great photographer. Some of his flower shots are my all time favorites. I'm glad to have met you and happy to call you a friend!
    Elissa"

    21st April, 2008

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    dinali77 says:

    "For more than a year I’ve know this flickerite friend.
    I had many contacts and none compare to his straight forward character,
    fairness and sometimes good sense of humor …
    Ok.. good sense of humor.
    A great contact, a fabulous photographer, a good friend.
    Looking forward to many years of enjoying your world."

    9th March, 2008

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    ilovepics11 says:

    "Not only is DrgnMastr one of the finest photographers on Flickr, but
    he always has the time to give advice, comments, invitations, and
    thank-yous to his fellow Flickr friends! When I first joined Flickr I was
    brand-new to the computer world. He helped me figure out how to
    make my way in the Flickr community, answered all of my technical
    questions, and most importantly gave me friendly advice about an
    innocent photo (to me anyway) ,of my grandaughter that could have
    drastic consequences on the internet! I'm not as naive as I was then
    & can get around pretty easily, but I wouldn't hesitate to ask for his
    help if I needed it. He will always be a special part of my Flickr life &
    did I mention that he is an amazing photographer too!! When I visit
    his photostream I always find treasure!!"

    31st August, 2007

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    nhanhauzinha says:

    "He is one of my first contacts here on Flickr, a great photographer, his pictures are so beautiful, he is an artist, and he is always so gentle and kind."

    29th August, 2007

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    Josh McElwee says:

    "DrgnMastr has a way of capturing things in ways that I've never imagined. His photos are overflowing with creativity, and he always has excellent feedback for my own and others' photos. Keep it up."

    3rd August, 2007

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    sbily says:

    "DrgnMastr is truly a master when his camera is in hand! His photo's are continually amazing. He has unwavering support for his friends and has helped me to feel confidant in my pursuing something I've always loved but felt I could not do. Each time he enters flickr we can be assured of a visual delight! Your abilities are absolutely amazing. Thank you for being a friend and for all you do!"

    23rd June, 2007

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    Hooot says:

    "DrgnMastr was one of my first contacts in Flickr. His words of encouragement and his comments and recognition of my photos have served to encourage me more than he probably will ever know. His photo’s are amazing; work that I can only aspire to. I encourage him to share with me any tips, tricks and critiques that he is willing to. I would hope that perhaps one day we would be able to meet in person. A very good Flickr friend; I raise a toast to DrgnMastr"

    28th April, 2007

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    cage_ee says:

    "A very good Friend

    KenG"

    23rd October, 2006

Name:
Dragon Master
Joined:
October 2006
Currently:
Moncton, NB, Canada
I am:
Male
Occupation:
Retired CS
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