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"Will to Survive" Took Best Bird Photograph

5/6/2026

South Florida Wildlife Center announcement:
WINNER of the ‘Best Bird’ Category in our 2026 Photo Contest is ‘Will to Survive’ by Phoenix SpiritDiva.

This raw and unforgettable moment displays a Great Blue Heron wrangling a water snake- holding it firmly in its bill as the snake coils tightly around the bird.
It’s a striking illustration of survival on both sides. Predator and prey locked in a split second of instinct, resilience, and the unfiltered reality of the natural world. These interactions can be difficult to witness, but they are essential. Each species playing its role in maintaining balance within the ecosystem.

This powerful image reminds us that nature is not always gentle, but it is always purposeful.

Congratulations to our winner for capturing the intensity and complexity of life in the wild.
This year’s contest was judged by Kym Clark, @kym_clark

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Grand Exhibition Opening - Biscayne National Park

5/6/2026

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"The Wild Heart of Florida" exhibit reception at Biscayne National Park was a hit with a special presentation by Dr. Mark Cook, wildlife ecologist and wetlands restoration scientist. Honored to be one of 4 photogs invited to be part of this beautiful, all Florida and mostly Everglades exhibit.Pictured with Mark Ian Cook - Wildlife and Scientific Photography Milena Martinez Pedrosa, Bonnie Masdeu, MaiYap Art and Biscayne National Park ranger. The exhibit runs through June 15th, 2026.

Two of my pieces are on the right, Rosie and Moon Over the Marsh (24" x 36" on metal).

Click to play Reel of the Exhibit or see on YouTube

Biscayne National Park: 9700 SW 328th Street, Sir Lancelot Jones Way, Homestead, FL 33033

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Presenter at Chamber of Commerce

5/6/2026

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About week and a half ago was nature photographer meets sports photographer. Honored to present to the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Arts and Business Council thanks to gracious invite from Maxence Doytier. Also, speaking was Lauren Sopourn, @l_sopourn. So proud to meet another successful women in a predominantly male biz. She's a sports photog with an artistic eye. Check her out, including her exhibit on Florida Panther's championship at City of Sunrise gallery.

Click to see some of images I shared during my presentation.

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"Will to Survive" Took Best Bird Photograph

Grand Exhibition Opening - Biscayne National Park

Presenter at Chamber of Commerce

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