Turner Forte Photography Blog

Turner Forte Photography- Hoerzu Wissen

admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 20:58:26 +0000

James’ shot of this lovable clownfish and anemone was published recently in a German magazine called Hoerzu Wissen. Most people think of Nemo when they see it. Here’s what James said about the photo:

“The clownfish photo was taken in the Solomon Islands on a reef named Velvia Reef. The photo was taken at night while clownfish are calmer. I marked the area during the day with a buoy so I could come back at night and take pictures when the animals are more relaxed. Clownfish during the day tend to dart all over and hide from you. At night they sleep or relax in the safety of the anemone. The anemone info is: magnificent sea anemone, Heteractis magnifica. These anemones are poisonous top fish, but not man. Hence they offer protection to the clownfish from predators.”

Clownfish in Anemone

Sport Diver- Turner Forte Photography

admin — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:46:27 +0000

Belize is like Swiss cheese. There are endless caves and subterranean tunnels, and one that we explored, Caves Branch River, is just outside of Belize City. We tubed through the jungle floating in and out of caves and caverns. With head lamps lighting our way, we disembarked a few times to explore the stalagmites and stalactites. The water is a little frigid, but the anticipation and adventure keeps you going. Check out Sport Diver and the opener to their Belize story to see our work! Cheers.

Cave tubing Belize

Sport Diver- Turner Forte Photography

admin — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:01:06 +0000

James captured this free diver swimming after a Manta Ray down in Baja, Mexico. It has such great movement and intrigue… Definitely makes me want to be there! Check it out in this month’s Sport Diver…

Backpacker Magazine- Turner Forte Photography

admin — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:22:04 +0000

We hiked the Lakes Trail up to Pear Lake in Sequoia National Park on a whim one weekend. I wouldn’t say its the kind of trail you hike on a whim- well, if you’re carrying loads of camera gear and your prepared for a short hike, not the trail I would pick! To our surprise, we made it to the top while a storm gathered on the horizon. You walk through beautiful forests, meadows, past many lakes, and then arrive at the stark rocky landscape that surrounds Pear Lake. As the afternoon light filtered through the red dust we kicked up and the storm passed in the distance, we made it back down… 12 miles later, up 2,250 feet to an elevation of 9500 feet, then down 2,250 feet again. Do it right, like Backpacker says in their January article and enjoy it on an over-nighter!! Pick up the January issue to see our photo. Cheers!

Lakes Trail, Sequoia National Park

Outside Magazine’s 2010 Wall Calendar, Turner Forte Photography

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 21:42:06 +0000

Outside Magazine picked up James’s shot for their 2010 Wall Calendar. Pick one up and in June of next year, a curious sea lion will be staring you in the face! Happy Holidays to all!

Outside Magazine's 2010 Wall Calendar

Bicycling Magazine & Turner Forte Photography

admin — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:24:25 +0000

We recently shot an assignment for Bicycling Magazine highlighting Santa Barbara and where to go to for a ‘Perfect Day.’ We shot restaurants, food, drinks, and of course bicycling the mountain and beach roads. To get the scoop, pick up the December issue all you bicycling enthusiasts!

The 'Perfect Day' in Santa Barbara, California

Organic Gardening & Turner Forte Photography

admin — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:15:08 +0000

Check out the latest Organic Gardening Magazine to see an assignment we shot for them. We went to a Montecito home to shoot this beautifully landscaped yard. One part of the article talks about how the design and plant choice shows seasonal color that compliments the modern lines and architecture of the home. Being gardeners ourselves (or we try to be!) and inspired by modern design, this was a fun shoot!

Organic Gardening Assignment

Salmon River Rafting Photography

admin — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:39:25 +0000

Here’s a peak at some of the photos made on a recent rafting trip to the Salmon River in Idaho. We had about the same range in weather as we did in rapids- from sunshine to storms and from smooth calm water to adrenaline pumping rapids. It was an adventurous experience navigating the turns of the river in both a raft and an inflatable kayak. Sam Castaldo was a great guide and I’d ride with him any day! Enjoy the photos!

Kayak roll

Riding the Rapids

Splashing through rapids

Sunset at camp

River guide navigates the Salmon River

Kayaker heads downstream

Lightning strikes the Salmon River Valley

Paddling the calm currents

Waterproof snacks

Rocky river bottom landscape

The rapids are coming!

Hold on! Sammy navigates the white water.

Big Horn Sheep eating grass

Sunset over our sandy beach campground

Ahhh... this is Idaho!

Outside Magazine & Turner Forte Photography

admin — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:35:25 +0000

Pick up the current October issue of Outside Magazine and see some of our photos. On page 10, you’ll find James’s amazing shot of Mobula Rays underwater. This shot was taken in the middle of the day so it should be really bright, but instead the rays have blocked out all the light. With this dense cloud of rays swimming overhead, James says it was like an eclipse!

Mobula Rays Eclipse

In a way different part of the world, here are a couple shots from Marfa, Texas. If you ever find yourself on the lone highways of West Texas, this artsy and eclectic town is a must!

Marfa, Texas

Lava Beds National Monument photography

admin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 21:46:23 +0000

While on my way to Idaho last month for a river rafting trip I had a chance to stop at Lava Beds National Monument. The NPS.gov site describes it best:

Lava Beds National Monument is a land of turmoil, both geological and historical. Over the last half-million years, volcanic eruptions on the Medicine Lake shield volcano have created a rugged landscape dotted with diverse volcanic features. More than 700 caves, Native American rock art sites, historic battlefields and campsites, and a high desert wilderness experience await you!

visitor emerges from Skull cave at Lava Beds National Monument

head lamps and flashlights are used to illuminate your path and the caves. Skull Cave

stairways have been put in place in some caves to ease your entry, Skull cave.

a family looking around in the bottom Skull Cave.

ice forms in the back of some caves where water is.

Sam expores the inside of Valentine cave which had these cool formations in the ceiling

painting with light in the cave became a routine, Valentine cave

this lava tube Valentine cave is completed illuminated by my lantern with a little help

another lava tube illuminated by lantern, Valentine cave