Chris Scroggins Photography

Chris Scroggins Animal, Wildlife and Nature Cards and Gifts at Zazzle:

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Christimas in July - Pink Poinsettia greeting cards

2011-07-26T11:24:00.001-04:00

Winter Holiday Greetings Cards from Zazzle.com

Christmas in July - Pink Poinsettia Holiday Stamps

2011-07-26T11:19:00.000-04:00

Pink Poinsettias Stamps from Zazzle.com

New! Visit Chris Scroggins' Custom Card Shop

2010-12-18T19:02:00.003-05:00

Browse other personalized gifts from Zazzle.

New Print Gallery!

2010-08-24T17:02:00.004-04:00

You are cordially invited to visit my new gallery hosted by Smugmug featuring my nature photography as prints and gifts. All prints are available on Kodak's glossy, lustre and metallic papers in many sizes. Subjects include wildlife photos from my safaris to Kenya and Tanzania, landscapes and wildlife from western Canadian parks like Banff and Jasper, as well as images from Maryland parks and gardens. I hope that my photography brings you happiness and pleasure!

http://chris-scroggins.smugmug.com

Rainy Day Fun at Oregon Ridge Nature Center

2009-10-16T12:34:00.003-04:00

You can still get out and enjoy nature even on a soggy day in Baltimore- visit the Oregon Ridge Nature Center and see cool turtles like red earred sliders, northern diamondback terrapins and other animals like copperhead snakes, frogs, toads and even a starling named Jack. Your kids will love it, and you can leave your rain gear at home. Visit my page on Oregon Ridge Park:

http://www.squidoo.com/oregon-ridge-park

Artists and Squidoo

2009-08-31T16:07:00.004-04:00

You've payed for and published a snazzy website with your artwork, books or music cd's for sale. You even installed a tracking counter, but to your dismay you're not getting the traffic you expected. What can you do next without spending even more money?
Try Squidooing- artists, musicians and small business owners have been building pages at www.Squidoo.com since 2006 to promote their work to the internet community. Squidoo features premade building blocks called "modules" you select to build a page (called a lens) about any topic you want. Best of all you don't have to know any HTML to use Squidoo. Build a page about your band, portrait business, or teaching studio etc. and then add links back to your own website. Got an Etsy, Zazzle or Cafepress shop? Squidoo automatically has a place to add these links on your bio page, which is linked to every page you build on Squidoo. The site is free to use and you can build as many pages as you want. Add links to your blog- tweeters can be followed, too. What's the catch? None really, Squidoo does add some text advertisements and you can choose to either collect royalty payments for yourself or give them to your favorite charity. If you get stuck building your page you can visit Squid U, the discussion forum where your questions will be answered by kind and friendly Squidooers. You'll enjoy visiting pages built by other lens masters. Here's a sample of a page I built to help promote my online business:

http://www.squidoo.com/greeting-cards-chris-scroggins

Go ahead, give it a try- you'll have your sea legs in no time at all!

Sherwood Gardens in Summer

2009-08-12T09:56:00.003-04:00

We all love Sherwood Gardens during tulip season, but have you ever thought about what the garden looks like the rest of the year? In August it's a shady summertime oasis filled with nothing but the sounds of birds. Visit my page to see what you've been missing:

http://www.squidoo.com/Sherwood-Gardens

Official Launch of ChrisScroggins.com

2009-06-30T08:41:00.002-04:00

Please visit www.ChrisScroggins.com for great animal, flower, wildlife and nature cards and gifts:

http://www.chrisscroggins.com/

Piney Run Park and Nature Center

2009-06-13T10:22:00.005-04:00

Are you looking for some inexpensive outdoor fun this summer close to home? Carroll County residents have enjoyed picnicking and angling at Piney Run Park and Reservoir since the mid 70's when the park was first created. Read my web page and learn all about the recreational opportunities at this fine park located near metropolitan Baltimore:

http://www.squidoo.com/piney-run-park

Gunpowder Falls State Park

2009-05-27T21:14:00.001-04:00

Please visit my new web page about this special Maryland State park located near the Maryland /Pennsylvania state line. You'll see my photos of wildflowers, kayakers and fly fishermen working the Gunpowder Falls River. With easy walking trails and scenic views it's a park the whole family can enjoy.

http://www.squidoo.com/gunpowder-falls-state-park

Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival

2009-05-10T13:02:00.007-04:00

Soggy weather didn't deter crowds from attending last weekend's Sheep and Wool Festival in West Friendship, Md. This annual event, which is always held the first weekend in May is a great place to bring the whole family to enjoy live music, friendly animals, crafts demos and beautiful fiber arts for sale. Read my story at:

http://www.squidoo.com/sheepandwool

Book Review: "Alex and Me"

2009-03-16T15:19:00.005-04:00

"Alex and Me" by Irene Pepperberg, is a delightful documentation of an animal scientist's patient research and how she gradually uncovers the truth about the exceptionally high intelligence of the African Grey Parrot. A must read for any animal lover, these stories about Alex's antics and personality will have you laughing out loud and ultimately you will find yourself in love with Alex the African Grey Parrot. This book should be mandatory reading for anyone thinking about getting any parrot as a pet. I highly recommend this book to anyone considering a career as an animal biologist. If you would like to learn about the Alex Foundation or order the book, visit:

www.alexfoundation.org/index2.html

Ahhhh Spring

2009-03-11T22:41:00.011-04:00

March can be a trying month for those of us who long for the sights and sounds of spring; it's not really green yet, it's not very warm, honestly it's quite drab here in the mid Atlantic States . Therefore I am happy to report that yesterday my crocuses burst into bloom and the spring peepers were singing their hearts out on the banks of the Gunpowder river next to the NCR trail.
Do you love hummingbirds? You can visit this website and find out how close the ruby throated hummingbirds are to your home as they travel on their spring migration:

www.hummingbirds.net/map.html

Speaking of frogs, here is my photo of an American Bullfrog surrounded by duck weed printed on greeting cards:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos.162354056

The first day of spring is Friday, March 20th.

Photography Exhibit March 15th, 2009

2009-02-11T20:00:00.004-05:00

I have been invited to show my nature photography at St. John's Episcopal church located in Ellicott City, Maryland on March 15th, 2009 in collaboration with the 4:00 PM concert of the Orchestra of St. John's. Works for sale include small matted prints and beautiful cards I make in my home studio.

For more information about this event and the Orchestra of St. John's please follow the link below:

http://home.comcast.net/~rjm26/

For information and directions to the church please visit:

http://www.stjohnsec.org/

DVD Review: "Prince of the Alps"

2009-02-02T10:09:00.008-05:00

"Prince of the Alps", produced by PBS and part of their "Nature" series regularly shown on Sunday evenings is an in depth look at the red deer of Europe. I enjoyed this episode of Nature very much. Even though the life cycle of the red deer was the main subject, the production also included good information and footage of many other species of Alps wildlife as well as beautiful alpine flowers and stunning vistas. Likewise it offered a refreshingly unsentimental look at the life of wild deer while still showing the viewer those absolutely adorable baby deer. There are no predation scenes in this film. This is a good nature DVD for all ages. Alps wildlife included in the film:

Red Deer
Tree Creeper
Red Fox
Roe Deer
Marmot
Ibex
Chamoise
Ptarmagan

You can purchase this DVD by following this link:

www.shopthirteen.org/product/show/34850

Nature DVD and Book Reviews

2009-02-02T09:58:00.006-05:00

Beginning in 2009, I will be reviewing nature oriented DVDs, books and movies for sale in the USA. One of my goals is to help bring to light high quality products for family viewing, many of which can be borrowed from local public libraries.

Christmas Bloom

2008-12-20T10:09:00.002-05:00

An air plant attached to the plumeria tree in the tropical room offers a red bloom just in time for Christmas.

Wall of Air Plants

2008-12-20T10:01:00.005-05:00

Here is a photo of the air plant collection, located on the south facing wall of the Tropical Room of the conservatory.

The Red Sealing-wax Palm

2008-12-19T22:27:00.006-05:00

There are plants from many countries and continents at the Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory. For example, the Palm House is home to palm trees from Australia, Mexico, Fiji, the Philippines and the Indian Archipelago. Here in the left middle ground we see a slender Red Sealing-wax Palm which is found in Borneo and Sumatra.

Coleus Christmas Cards

2008-12-18T16:34:00.007-05:00

Looking for a unique holiday card? Gardeners and horticulturists will appreciate this colorful Coleus Christmas card. Available individually or as boxed Christmas cards. Christmas greeting: Warmest wishes for a bright and cheerful holiday season.

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/3768046

Annual Poinsettia Display

2008-12-17T10:19:00.003-05:00

The holiday display at the Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory will run from December 13, 2008 through January 4, 2009.

Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory

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Formerly known as the Druid Hill Conservatory, the Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory is the crown jewel of Baltimore city's public gardens. Located at the edge of Druid Hill Park, the Conservatory underwent extensive renovations in 2004 when the Mediterranean room, the Tropical room and the Desert room were added. Architecture and history buffs will appreciate the Palm house which dates back to 1888, and the historic Orchid room is always filled with beautiful specimens. The resident horticulturists create three seasonal displays; The Spring Flower show, the Chrysanthemum display and the Poinsettia show. Hours of operation are Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00AM to 4:00PM. For information, call 410-396-0008. Admission is free, however a $2 donation is requested.

Wildlife Christmas Ornaments

2008-12-16T11:18:00.004-05:00

Are you creating a wildlife themed Christmas tree this season? Decorate your tree with our wildlife photo Christmas ornaments. Choose from a great selection of American wildlife, Galapagos wildlife, African wildlife and Asian wildlife. These wild animal ornaments make perfect holiday gifts for wildlife and nature lovers, too.

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/3862233

African Wildlife Calendar

2008-12-13T18:11:00.002-05:00

My safari to Kenya in 2008 was so productive that I offer for sale a third wildlife calendar. The African Wildlife Wall Calendar, which features the usual super stars like wild lions, zebras, elephants, giraffes and buffalo also highlights some endangered species like white rhinoceros and the cheetah. This is a great holiday or birthday gift for the wildlife lover who cares about endangered animals. $24.99

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos.317353144

Kenya Wildlife Calendar

2008-12-12T17:16:00.005-05:00

The Kenya Wildlife Calendar, filled with beautiful photographs of wild animals like lions, elephants, zebras, ostriches, migrating wildebeest and rhinos is a perfect gift idea for African wildlife lovers and anyone interested in African safaris. Wildlife photography created in the Masai Mara Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru and Samburu National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa.

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos.317353145

African Wildlife Calendars

2008-12-11T10:27:00.003-05:00

Looking for the perfect calendar gift? Get Wild Africa wall calendars for all your animal and nature loving family and friends. This African wildlife calendar includes photos of wild African lions, elephants, zebras, Thompson's gazelles, vervet monkeys and more. All photographs created on my 2008 safari in Kenya, East Africa.

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos.317353143

Lion Lover Gifts

2008-12-09T22:00:00.006-05:00

Do you love the African lion? Browse my Squidoo lens for great gift ideas for lion lovers. I've included lion Christmas cards and lion ornaments from my shop as well as my own reviews of educational and entertaining lion books written by lion researchers and safari guides.

http://www.squidoo.com/Wild-African-Lions

Zebra Christmas Cards

2008-12-09T13:26:00.003-05:00

Do you love zebras? Send Christmas greetings this season with wild zebra Christmas cards, perfect holiday stationery for those who love African wildlife. Zebras photographed on safari in Kenya, East Africa. Christmas greeting: Warmest wishes for a Happy Christmas.

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/6191226

Arctic Fox Christmas Cards

2008-12-09T13:17:00.004-05:00

Fox lovers will be thrilled with these Arctic Fox Christmas cards. White Arctic Fox photo created at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. Christmas greetings: May the wonders of the season be with you throughout the year.

Arctic Fox Christmas cards:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/5743045

Wildlife Christmas Cards

2008-12-09T13:01:00.008-05:00

Are you looking for unique wildlife Christmas cards ? We offer holiday cards featuring giant panda bears, arctic fox, zebras, lions and even frogs. All cards have Christmas greetings inside.

Panda Bear Christmas Cards:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/3560943

Mother's Day Greeting Cards

2008-04-09T13:10:00.001-04:00

Inside says,

"You've always made me feel like family."

Chris Scroggins Photography offers several beautiful Mother's Day card designs this spring. My pretty flower cards are suitable not only for moms; choose perfect Mother's Day cards for Aunts, godmothers, stepmothers, favorite teachers, best friends and mentors. At Scroggins Photos you will find the perfect card for any mommy who needs some Mother's Day recognition. All cards have Mother's Day greetings inside. Cards cost $4.50 each. Browse now:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/5063911

Animal Photo Gifts

2008-04-06T13:22:00.004-04:00

Polar bears, Panda bears, brown bears, raccoons, squirrels, foxes, coyotes and wolves are just some of the wildlife gifts found here.. even cute baby animal pictures- you will find plenty of wildlife photo gift ideas here in my Animal Photo Gift section. Click on each animal picture for birthday gifts, Mother's Day gifts, and Father's Day gifts. These animal and wildlife photo gifts are perfect for nature lovers, kids, animal lovers, biologists and naturalists. Browse now:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/3522097

Cute Raccoon Photo Gifts

2008-04-06T13:10:00.005-04:00

Do you love the masked bandit? Browse my Raccoon Gifts for great presents like this raccoon framed tile, which sells for $13.99. Raccoon ornaments, raccoon magnets, writing journals and raccoon greeting cards are great gift ideas for nature lovers and animal lovers. Browse now:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/3522948

Monarch Butterfly Photo Gifts

2008-04-06T12:55:00.004-04:00

Do you know someone who loves butterflies? Browse my Monarch Butterfly Gifts for great gift ideas like this pretty Monarch writing journal for sale at $11.95. Other Monarch gifts include beautiful greeting cards, Monarch Christmas ornaments and boxes of stationery. Browse now:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/3523099

Beautiful Flower Photo Cards

2008-03-30T12:48:00.005-04:00

There are many beautiful garden flower cards for sale in my Cafepress shop, Scroggins Photos. Choose from sunny spring flowers like this bright daffodil card perfect for early spring wedding greetings or spring birthday greetings. Hybrid tea rose stationery and rose note cards make great gift ideas for Mother's Day. Iris lovers will be thrilled with the great selection of Iris flower greeting cards and Iris note cards. These botanical cards are perfect gifts for photography collectors, gardeners, botanists and horticulturalists. Browse now:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/3010200

Unique Wildlife Birthday Cards

2008-03-28T10:07:00.007-04:00

Your friends and family will howl with delight when they open these cute animal birthday cards designed by Chris Scroggins Photography. Explore this new line of high quality paper birthday cards featuring my wildlife photos and animal antics. All cards have birthday greetings inside. Choose from coyote cards, squirrel cards, frog cards, butterfly cards and more. Cards are priced at $4.50 each. Browse now:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/4691124

Beautiful Mother's Day Gifts

2008-03-27T08:34:00.007-04:00

Are you looking for a unique Mother's Day gift this year? Browse beautiful keepsake boxes at my shop, Scroggins Photos. Choose from a variety of floral and wildlife photo gift boxes. These high quality gifts can be used as jewelry boxes or to store precious momentos like medals, baby's teeth or treausured photos. Retail price is $27.99 Browse now:

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/4499508

Photo Gift Idea of the Day

2008-03-04T19:39:00.007-05:00

Buy this soothing Oregon Sunset ocean print for beach lovers - especially those who love our west coast scenery. This image was created in Bandon, Oregon. Frame size is 19" by 11". This fine art photo reproduction is also available as greeting cards and boxed note cards.

http://www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos/3528689

AIRS 2008 Oscar Night

2008-02-20T20:05:00.003-05:00

I am pleased to announce my inclusion in AIRS 2008 Oscar Night which will take place on Sunday, February 24th at the B & O Railroad Museum in Baltimore, Maryland beginning at 6pm. For this event I have donated an 11 by 14 inch framed photograph titled Summer Bouquet, shown above. AIDS Interfaith Residential Services provides comprehensive supportive housing services to enhance quality of life, emphasizing self-sufficiency for low-income and homeless individuals and families living with or at risk of HIV/AIDS and other disabilities. For more information about AIRS and this event visit:

http://www.airshome.org/

Visit my online store

2008-02-15T23:07:00.020-05:00

I invite you to visit my family friendly shop - Animal, Floral, Wildlife and Nature Photo Gifts at Cafepress. I sell all occasion greeting cards, wall calendars, boxed Christmas cards, birthday cards, thank you cards and home decor items like coffee mugs and mouse pads. Stop by the Animal Photo Gifts section for heart-warming wildlife images of giant pandas, polar bears, coyotes, foxes and backyard critters like racoons and squirrels. Make sure to browse the Floral Photo Gift Section for beautiful printed cards featuring roses, sunflowers, irises, tulips and daffodils, to name just a few. My Landscape Photo Gift section features inspirational reproductions of waterfalls, forests, and ocean scenes printed as note cards and stationery sets. My shop is open 24 hours a day, and you can place your orders online or by phone by calling 1-877-809-1659 . Happy shopping!

www.cafepress.com/scrogginsphotos

Welcome to Chris Scroggins Photography

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Mission Statement:To promote appreciation and respect for life, nature, the visual and performing arts and the environment by the creation, display and sales of photographic works. Subject matter includes wildlife, National and State parks, arboretums and public gardens as well as domestic and endangered animals.
Artist Statement: The joy of photography lies in the challenge of capturing and sharing moments in my life when I have been inspired and awed by the beauty and mystery of the world. My goal is to convey these moments to the viewer as directly as possible in the hope that he or she will experience happiness and pleasure. I have been informed by the writings of Rachel Carson and Jane Goodall, inspired by the landscape paintings of Winslow Homer, Edward Hopper and Georgia O'Keeffe and influenced by the traditional nature photography of Ansel Adams, John Sexton, and contemporary nature photographers such as Frans Lanting, Tui De Roy and Nancy Rotenberg. I continually draw inspiration from traveling and reading novels and literature which focus on the American landscape. I work in full color and black and white.