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    • Here we go…

    So, hear I am sitting here and listening to music stored on my trusty Mac computer finishing plans for a exploring the wilderness of the West.  Plans have been made, dates set and travel routes plotted on the map. With time running short before I leave I contemplate the travels ahead, the wildlife I will see, crossing all the T’s dotting the i’s.  I can only hope everything goes off without a hiccup. If you follow any of my writings or work you know that I have been planning another trip to Yellowstone. Well, nothing is for sure, except when it’s set in stone as they would say. So, I’m now planning a couple nights at Devil’s Tower as well as Yellowstone and the Teton’s and it’s set stone. I’m a avid nature lover and look forward to experiencing the wildlife, and the scenery in these areas.  The calm that overcomes me when I’m photographing brings out the best in me, and I’m looking forward to another visit, including visiting a few new places to explore.  

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    Posted: August 12th, 2008 under News.
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    Deeply saddened, now relieved.

    I have always found wolves to have a mysterious nature about them.  Perhaps that’s what makes me want to learn more about them, plus photograph them.  Of course I have always loved nature, never being afraid of it but embracing it. That being said, the nature of the human race to kill everything they see has disturbed me.  From reading the history of the west and how many wolves were slaughtered for their fur coats and just killing indiscriminately has saddened me. When I began photographing the nature around me, I’m always pleased to be in the presence of the animals around me.  Some with curiosities, other’s quite skittish.  

    You could imagine the excitement I had when I heard back around in 1995 - 96 that officials would reintroduce wolves to central Idaho and Yellowstone National Park.  The plan was to reintroduce 66 wolves to the area.  Well, the plan worked well.  In fact it’s estimated that the population of wolves has reached 2,000 individuals.  When they were released in Idaho and Washington they quickly wandered into Oregon. There is strong evidence of the first wolf pack in Oregon, the first in many years since the eradication from the West.  With the wolves recovering in bigger numbers each year there seemed to be hope for them. Obviously, I was to quick to judge.  The Bush administration felt differently.  They delisted the Greater Yellowstone area wolves in March of 2008 since being listed on the endangered list in 1974.  I cannot understand how anyone can honestly say that a species be taken off the endangered species list when there is only a population of around 2,000 wolves in those areas, is beyond me.  I was truly upset with this decision by the Bush administration.  Since their removal from the endangered species list there has been over 100 wolves killed in the short time since they had been removed from the list.  

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    Posted: July 22nd, 2008 under News.
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    Happy 4th of July!

    Hi everyone,

    I just wanted to take the time to wish everyone a Happy 4th.  Also, I wanted to tell you about some of the events that will be going on for the 4th of July.  At Parkville, Missouri just north of Kansas City over the River they will be shooting off firworks at 9:45pm this Friday. Link http://www.parkvillemo.net:80/parkvillemo/events.jsp. In the morning they will have their Annual 4th of July Parade at 10am.  The KCRiverFest will be going on at the Waterfront at Berkley Park, July 3 & 4. The link to more information can be found by clicking here for the KCRiverfest.  Just a few events there, so everyone have a safe Holiday.

    Posted: July 3rd, 2008 under News.
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    Rough time planning.

     

    It’s been sometime since I have written anything on the blog or news sections.  I had family visit from Washington.  I wanted to spend time with them.  Family is always good to have around.  In this case I had my Sister and her daughter in for a visit.  We had a good time. Traveled around a bit.  Spent a little time in Springfield at Fantastic Caverns, even payed a visit to the City Market, and Liberty Memorial in Kansas City. The Liberty Memorial is a great museum if you have never been there.  I recommend it to anyone visiting Kansas City.  I didn’t get much in the way of photographs at Fantastic Caverns, but I will put one from the trip here for viewers sake.  The vehicles they use are trailing trailers for everyone to sit in.  Not much in the way of comfort but it’s only about a 30 min. ride anyways.  You have to worry about the ceiling more then anything.  Trying to capture a few photographs while moving and avoiding the low ceiling can be a little difficult.   Tight squeezes would be an under statement.  

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    Posted: June 30th, 2008 under News.
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    Thoughts of the Past

    On a recent visit to my first Civil War battle reenactment that took place near Martin City, Missouri, I had a chance to reflect a little while photographing.  The reenactment was sponsored by the North/South Alliance, a western theater reenactment organization of the First Federal Division(Union) and the (Confederate) Army of Tennessee.  The battle reenacted was the battle of Westport, often referred to as the “Gettysburg of the West”.  Now, I didn’t want to write just about the history here.  More to the point, I wanted to write about what thoughts that soldier may have been having before they went into battle. Of course none of these individuals were actually ever in a battle during the Civil War, perhaps another War that has been fought by United States maybe.  This I didn’t know and gave little thought of.

    When it was almost Read more »

    Posted: May 20th, 2008 under Essays.
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    Pleasure to work with…

    This last Saturday I had the pleasure to work with a young gal by the name of Amanda.  A very outgoing individual with a very clear idea of what she wants.  Amanda happens to have the most beautiful blond hair with gorgeous blue eyes.  I also had the pleasure of working with her sister and meeting her family who were delight to talk with. The collaboration Read more »

    Posted: May 12th, 2008 under News.
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    Mother’s Day Special..

    That’s right it’s almost mother’s day.  Mother’s day, a holiday to celebrate motherhood and the contributions they have made for society and their families.  In keeping with this holiday, CD Photocare is offering discounts on new bookings and all artwork from the Studio Art section of the website. As always I wish all mother’s out there a happy mother’s day.

    Mother’s Day Special  
    Big Discount Special.  For a limited time only, all “Studio Art” is 40% off the original price.  There is a variety of beautiful artwork there to choose from. Don’t miss out! Something for all!

    For a limited time only, new bookings and current client albums only:
    15% off all orders over $100
    20% off all orders over $400 
    On packages.  Discount does not apply to the included package prints. They have already been discounted. Only additional prints ordered above your included package prints will be valid for the discount.
    Offer not valid with any other discount currently offered. Coupons for weddings are still valid. 

    Posted: May 2nd, 2008 under Specials.
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    Finally, with a little time…

    Well, finally I have had sometime to write a little.  I have been spending a lot of time taking pictures for stock.  Little nature here and their along with a little commercial work on the side to keep business rolling.

    I can never seem to stay away long from what I love the most.  Photographing nature.  The season of spring is probably my most favorite part of year for photographing wildlife.  The animals are foraging for food, finding mates, having young.  The trees are sprouting new growth while people are about enjoying the spring colors along with the warmer weather and starting to clean their grills for the barbecue they have had planned for awhile.   It’s an exciting part of the year.   I’m sure you would agree.   Read more »

    Posted: April 20th, 2008 under News.
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    It’s been sometime

    It’s been sometime since I have updated this page. What’s new?

    I have updated the site with some new features. You can now write and read reviews of the pictures or products offered threw the website. You must however click on the thumbnail to see the large image before you are able to write or read reviews. The checkout part of the website has been modified to make for a quicker checkout. I have also put a “logout” button at the top of the page for connivance in logging out of your account, if you have set one up.

    Posted: March 7th, 2008 under News.
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    Recovering from the Holidays

    I hope everyone is well and recovering from the holidays. I just wanted to give everyone an update. I’m offering discounts on weddings and Seniors portraits for 2008. Yes, I’m now booking Seniors portraits and weddings for 2008. Don’t be shy, send an email or call. I will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Goto the Specials page to see the discounts and download coupons.I’m working on some new products to offer for 2008. Still in the works, but I’m hoping to have something to announce within the next three months or so. CD Photocare has also purchased two new domain names of which one has been forwarded to the current main domain crphotocare.com. The domain names that you can find CD Photocare on the internet are:

    crphotocare.com
    cdphotocare.net
    chaddavisphotography.com

    Going to any of these three domains will get you to CD Photocare. I have another domain that I’m hoping to do something with in the future. Just one of many plans I have in the works. Have a good one everybody.

    Posted: January 11th, 2008 under News.
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