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Steve Sage, Lansing Michigan

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This is the web site of the famous, unknown, amateur nature photographer, Steve Sage. Having sent an image one time and having it published in Shutterbug magazine has only slightly tarnished his reputation for rarely showing anyone his photographs. He has followed the works and teachings of John Shaw and Larry West and others beginning nearly 30 years ago. It was always a personal challenge to emulate the quality of their intimate interpretations of natural history. As a devoted amateur it is the personal challenge of the technical aspects of the medium as well as the special visions of the natural world which nature photography affords that continues to be his motivation. Having participated in workshops, seminars, photo tours with many well known professionals he has continued to add to a portfolio heretofore, few have seen. Contained here is a glimpse into that portfolio. Through the development of the digital media this sharing is possible. A quote from Steve "I hope you find this a pleasing placement of pixels"

"I guess procuring, processing and placing pixels is a pleasing profession for professional photographers. I wouldn't know, I've never been PAID"

 

I'm not sure why my photography has not gone to the dogs after 20 years as a veterinarian. I work with cats and dogs of all types every day. There is certainly a business opportunity there with all the cat and dog publications. I've heard the best way to make money as a nature photographer is to sell your equipment. There probably is a lot of truth in this. I have not made attempts to market my work and always think my files need to be a lot deeper before I would do any serious marketing. As a way of learning to "see the light" and to experience the splendors of the natural world I have found no better way to do this than photography. Many people hunt, fish, boat or engage in all kinds of outdoor activities. Photography can cross over all of these kind of activities and give the intended viewer the insight of the photographer's perspective and creativity.

A fair percentage of my photography is done in my own backyard. It is not that I would not like to get out more, but you can do your best work with what you are most familiar with.

Photo by Cheryl Ertelt