Every so often, someone comes along who truly brings out the
best in other people. No one I know exemplifies this more than
Bill Bergen. As a wild bird photographer for many years, Bill
has captured some of the most wonderful images of birds I have ever
seen. His travels have brought him to all corners of our state
in search of the perfect image. Methodical in technique and
precise in his shooting. Bill accepts nothing less than
absolute perfection in his work. He has been published in
numerous national publications such as Wild Bird, Birders World, etc. Bill has
also won several regional and national
awards.When Bill is not out shooting
birds, he spends his free time promoting perseveration and bird
watching as a hobby. He volunteers with the Crescent Bird Club.
And if that weren't enough he gives presentations to various organizations
on conservation and bird watching throughout the year.
To be honest, it was Bill who inspired me to get involved with
nature photography. After seeing his work, my eyes were
opened to all the beautiful things that were living right underneath
my nose. No longer did I walk through a field and just see
grass and trees. I began to see painted buntings, sparrows,
hawks, and eagles. My entire world became a much bigger and
more beautiful place. I owe Bill an enormous debt that I don't know
if I will ever repay.
Below are a few of Bill's images. I hope they bring you
some of the same joy and inspiration they have brought to me.
Click on an Image Below to Enlarge
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Copyright George Payne/Bill Bergen 2002, 2003, & 2004