I am now taking reservations for the "Weekend With Wolves" Nature Photography Workshop, which will be held December 5th - 7th, 2008, at the Seacrest Wolf Preserve, in Chipley FL. I will be joined by fellow award winning nature photographer Les Voorhis who will be co-leading this workshop

This is a unique experience to photograph these incredible creatures on the largest wolf preserve in the Southeastern United States. We have also timed this event for what we hope will be the peak of fall color in the area, this same time last year the trees put on an excellent show of color. For more information or to reserve your spot, please visit http://www.jasonhahn.com/wolf_weekend.htm

Gray Wolf - British Columbian Subspecies

Gray Wolf Pack Playing

Timber Wolf Drinking from a Pond

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I am now taking reservations for this spring's "Wolf Puppies" Photography Workshop at Seacrest Wolf Preserve. This is a unique experience to photograph wolf puppies on the largest wolf preserve in the Southeastern United States. Each full day includes two photo sessions with the wolf pups, morning and afternoon. These are not photo sessions shooting through a fence into distant enclosures; rather you will be in with the wolf pups where you will be able to capture amazing photos of these beautiful animals. Jason will be on hand providing instruction, tips, and techniques during your shooting and classroom sessions. In addition, each day will also include a photo session with other small animals at the preserve such as baby raccoon and skunk, opportunities to visit and photograph the resident wolf packs, a midday open topic classroom session, and an evening photo critique session. For more information or to register, please visit the "Wolf Puppies" Photography Workshop page.

I have just added a new gallery of Marine Mammal Photos, included manatee photos and dolphin pictures. Many of the manatee photos were captured while co-hosting an episode of "Wild Photo Adventures" a new wildlife photography television series by nature photographer Doug Gardner which will be airing this spring, more details on this to come soon.

Each year the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) sponsors the "NANPA Showcase" competition, selecting the best nature photography from throughout North America. The judges look for the most creative, original, and skilled images that NANPA members have captured, and select the top 100 of these images to be in the annual NANPA Showcase.

This year, three of my images have been selected as part of the top 100, one of which, "Out of the Shadows - British Columbian Wolf", was selected as a Judges’ Choice Award award winner. Also selected in the top 100, are my photos "Pine Glades Lake Sunset - Everglades" and "Dance - Reddish Egret Canopy Hunting"

From the judge - "Dark, mysterious and unexpected - this is a striking vision of an animal we have seen many times before, but never like this. Although clearly taken of a captive animal, the image is no less creative or provocative. Does the piercing stare reinforce negative stereotypes of killer wolves? Perhaps, but it is still a well-crafted and original image that has haunted me since I first saw it."

I was recently interviewed by Fox 13 of Tampa for their evening new segment "What's Right with Tampa Bay". Shot at the Weedon Island Preserve where I have my photography exhibit "Visions of Florida, I discuss nature photography and my work. Go to Fox 13's website to see the interview at this link: "What's Right: Jason Hahn"

I will have an exhibit opening at Weedon Island Preserve on Nov. 3, 2007, to run through the end of the year. I have attached the press release below, hope to see you there.



Visions of Florida Exhibit is a detailed study of various Florida ecosystems from the Everglades to the Myakka River. This visual photographic journey groups together photographs of each location around a major theme, exploring the essence of that environment. Fine art prints, notecards, and calendars from Hahn’s collection will make great holiday gifts. This exhibit and collection displays from November 3 through December 31, 2007.
For additional information and to register call (727) 453-6500

I will be holding a morning workshop at Weedon Island Preserve in St. Pete, FL, on Saturday Nov, 3 2007, to coincide with the opening of my gallery exhibit there. Below is the press release, for more information or to sign up please call the preserve at (727) 453-6500.



Join nature photographer, Jason Hahn, in a morning workshop at Weedon Island Preserve as he teaches his many tips to better nature photos. This classroom and field session is tailored to all skill levels, and focuses on hands-on practical application of concepts in the field. Learn the correct way to capture a perfect photographic opportunity in real shooting situations. The fee for this 4-hour workshop is $25. Space is limited so sign up early. Recommended for adults.

I am now taking reservations for the "Weekend With Wolves" Nature Photography Workshop, which will be held November 9th - 11th, 2007, at the Seacrest Wolf Preserve, in Chipley FL. I will be joined by fellow award winning nature photographer Les Voorhis who will be co-leading this workshop

This is a unique experience to photograph these incredible creatures on the largest wolf preserve in the Southeastern United States. We have also timed this event for what we hope will be the peak of fall color in the area, this same time last year the trees put on an excellent show of color. For more information or to reserve your spot, please visit http://www.jasonhahn.com/wolf_weekend.htm

Gray Wolf - British Columbian Subspecies

Gray Wolf Pack Playing

Timber Wolf Drinking from a Pond

So who is interested in taking pictures of wolf pups up close and in person?

I have been working with a wolf preserve in Florida for the past few months, and they have approached me with a unique opportunity to do a one day shoot of wolf pups this spring.

We will have pups from two litters; one litter is just over a week older than the second. The pups are a mixture of colors; one set is from timber wolf parents, the other from British Columbia wolf parents. At the time of the shoot they will be very active, and ridiculously cute!

This is not a game farm, but rather a non-profit preserve, with multiple acre enclosures and natural habitat. The adult wolves are organized in packs, usually 6 adults, who engage in the full array of pack behaviors and social interaction. What is also extraordinarily cool about this place is that you shoot from within the enclosure, not through fences. Much of the proceeds from the photo shoot will go directly to the care of the wolves and education/conservation programs the preserve runs. Believe me this is a very special place, and the owners are some of the most caring champions for the preservation of wildlife I have ever had the privilege to meet.

We will shoot Saturday May 12th or Saturday May 19th. I can take seven people per day. If more than seven book, we will open up a second session on Saturday May 19th.

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My article, "Beyond Just Code: Tips for Building Your Photography Website" is published as part of this month's issue of Naturescapes.net. You can read the article there, or here on my website at http://www.jasonhahn.com/nucleus/item/96

I am offering a number of specials this holiday shopping season. Our notecard sets, calendars, and bookmarks make great office gifts, give them to co-workers, clients, family and friends! On orders of 10 or more packs of notecards, I will print a custom holiday message inside each card free of charge. I will also throw in a free like item for for every ten ordered each of our notecards, calendars, or bookmarks. To see these items please visit my gifts gallery, and for more information on my holiday specials please click this link to see my holiday flier: Holiday Specials!

Please read the flier for full details and restrictions on the Holiday Promotions.

Each year the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA) sponsors the “NANPA Showcase” competition, selecting the best nature photography from throughout North America. The judges look for the most creative, original, and skilled images that NANPA members have captured, and select the top 100 of these images to be in the annual NANPA Showcase. Of these, the top ten are selected for special recognition and prizes.

This year, three of my images have been selected as part of the top 100, one of which, “In Mom’s Shadow – Sandhill Crane and Chick”, is a top 10 award winner. Awards will be presented at a special multimedia presentation during the annual NANPA conference in Palm Springs, California in January 2007. Also selected in the top 100, are my photos “Dragonfly on Heliconia” and “Splash of Color - Roseate Spoonbill”.

I have a two page spread featured in this month's issue of "Outdoor Photographer" Magazine of my shot "Food Fight - Royal Terns fighting over a fish. Pick up a copy and check it out!

I have added several new nature photography articles to my site, including a series of articles on parks, preserves, and other interesting locations in the Tampa Bay area. I have also added an article titled "10 Tips for Better Nature Photos". You can read them all at my Articles page.

An article I recently wrote is part of this month's edition of "Naturescapes". The article is titled "Working Wet - A Photographers Guide to Wading" and provides details, techniques, and tips on wading after shots in all types of watery environments. To see the article go to http://www.naturescapes.net/052006/jh0506.htm.