Inside the UW Wind Tunnel

The fluids lab at UW has a wind tunnel that is used to study droplets (think clouds). I recently took some photos of the system and the graduate students who run it. They have lasers! More information about the lab is on the UW website.

UW Botany Greenhouse

I took a trip to the University of Washington Botany Greenhouse in search of Fibonacci. The final spirals are in the entry gallery here. More cactus and plants here.

Olympic Penninsula

I spent a few hours on the Olympic Penninsula. Mostly a quick trip up Hurricane Ridge and around Port Townsend.

Tidal Energy

This is a longer blog post than normal because these photos require a bit more explanation. I was invited out on the RV Robertson to photograph the placement of a tidal energy data system. The system is called a spider and it is loaded with equipment to measure velocity and record other data that will help the researchers place the tidal turbines in the correct location.





Once the spider is ready to deploy the team of researchers carefully positions the system and lowers it to the bottom of Admiralty Inlet where it will collect data over time.


The University of Washington research team will analyse this data and many other sources to help determine the best way to implement tidal energy in Puget Sound.



If you would like more information about this UW effort, please see the UW Marine Energy website. If you would like to look at the photos from the cruise they are in this gallery.

Seattle sunset

Soccer

Soccer action shots from team ME.

Live Music

I took photos at a benefit concert for Haiti that featured the Kate White Band, the GTM Band, and the Misty Mamas. Excellent music! (more photos)

Bread is Beautiful

I was privileged to taste a few of these. There is almost nothing better than fresh bread.

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

More photos from the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival.

University of Washington in the Spring

As usual, the University of Washington campus looked amazing this spring decorated with cherry blossoms. Gallery link.

Hawaii

A few views (turtles, dolphins, surfers) that should not be missed in the Hawaii gallery, recently updated.

The blog has new bling

New look for the blog! I added some shiny color and it makes me think I should add a sparkle to the main website as well. What do you all think?

Miss Emily

Just a portrait shoot with a lovely young lady, about 3 months old.

Lions and Tigers and Leopards

Rare snow leopard viewing at the zoo. More photos.

Heather Dillon Photography on Facebook

I am pleased to announce the launch of my new business page on Facebook. By becoming a fan you receive access to new photo galleries before they go on sale (mostly free screensavers and desktop backgrounds). You may also leave comments, suggestions, and reviews about my work. Just click the link on the right in the menu bar or here: http://www.facebook.com/hdillonphotography.

Dog Days of February

Just a portrait of a girl and her dog at the beach. True friendship.

Olympic Events - Size small

I took my niece ice skating a few weeks ago. This is her first (new) pair of ice skates and the first time she has ever seen the Olympics. Just wanted to share this tiny tribute to the wonderful athletes new and old!

Fashion Looks

Occasionally as a photographer I get to do things I have never done before. Recently I was asked to make a fashion "look book". This is the resulting collection of images. If you would like to look this amazingly put-together check in with the lovely ladies at Honey Do.

Butterflies in Winter

Full gallery.

Duwamish Head Sailing Race

First time I saw Teremoto sail, they did a great job with low winds for the Duwamish Head race. Great sailing! More photos in the gallery.