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Comment by: Atlanta Roofers Comment by: Patty Thanks for making the ordinary extraordinary!!!!! I believe in you and love you to the moon and back :) Comment by: Sophia Palosaari Last night, walking into liquid assets and being so affected by those ravens- and there you were! It was so great being able to talk to you about it. I showed your website to some friends this morning and we collectively oohed and aahed at your work, specifically the gull on the danger sign, the sunset sand cranes, your famous barn owl, and of course the lovebird ravens! Thank you for your work it is an absolute joy, you are certainly incredibly talented. How exciting to have found my new favorite artist! Comment by: Martha Mason I absolutely love you photography, talked to you at the Humboldt Artisan Fair this year. Your work is amazing! Comment by: Dan Brander Website: www.amazingbrando.com Dan, I just bought some of your new journals- What an excellent way to show off your great photos! Keep it rolling and Good Luck. Sincerely, The Amazing Brando Comment by: Heidi M So glad to have discovered you in Ashland, hope to see you down here in California sometime. You have a very special talent, looking forward to following your career and collecting your images for many years to come! Comment by: Chuck Website: http://www.turtleriverphotography.com Very nice looking site. Great pics. Keep up the good work! Comment by: Trina Beautiful Photography!!! Enjoyed all your wonderful shots... I gotta say the one that tickled me the most was the one at the end of your about me link. You like dogs and beer.. If you like dogs you must be ok lol.. Great work! Comment by: mary Mosca Your Aunt Ellen told me about your work. It is beautiful. You capture nature in it's purist form.With all the insanity in this world you manage to find serenity. Mary Comment by: Brant Website: www.brantjangardphotography.webs.com Wonderful work. My mother, Mary Carr, turned me on to your work. It is truly amazing. I am finally pursuing my dreams and passions of photography and it is wonderful to know that other "self-taught" photographers can make it. Thank you for being an inspiration! Comment by: Marichal claude Website: http://www.cabail.be Superbe photos;merci. Comment by: Tom Kuhn Website: tomkuhn.com Harry Fuller sent your link to me. Lovely work. Owl series wonderful. All best! Comment by: RaVen Sequoia Website: www.ASLmasterTutor.com Rarely do I ever get moved by photographs of free animals in nature. To my surprise and delight, your photos truly moved me to tears. I love the unique and realistic portrayals of animals in different angles - most photographers tend to try to only take the best portrait. Lastly, your photos has a 3-D feel to it - crisp and clear! Hope to someday buy some of your prints. Kindly, RaVen Comment by: Savannah & Forest Elster Daddy- your pictures are the best! We love you sooooooooo much! Love Savannah& Forest Comment by: Tony Pecucci Dan - Just thought I would check in and commend you on the great work you are doing. Every so often, I use you as an example to my students about someone who went out and followed their dream. Photos are great. Besides, how many of these people knew you when you were stationed in 516 Thompson Hall? Hope family is doing well. Kids look great. Take care. Comment by: Ganesh H. Shankar Website: www.naturelyrics.com It is long since we exchanged notes Dan. Your site has shaped up beautifully well with impressive portfolio of images ! Comment by: Jan Rice Website: janssigns.com Dan, gorgeous website. You da man! I LOVE the Osprey w/ salmon ! Comment by: Dick Cronberg Website: www.cronbergphotography.com Dan, You just get better and better each day! Way to go. I think you've got this "owl thing" down! Comment by: Julie Graulich So enjoy all of your photos. I'm always excited to find out we've received a new newsletter, so please continue. The photos are always wonderful, but the details you provide about the experience make them come alive. Thanks for sharing with all of us. Comment by: Richard Barnes Karen and I met you at the Marin Arts Festival in San Rafael, CA on June 20, 2010. Your art is fantastic and beyond description in words. Thanks for sharing you vision of nature with us mere mortals. Comment by: Ada Dan, Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic!!!!! Ada Comment by: george martin Website: www.georgemartinphotography.com I first saw your Beautiful Photography in Ashland about a year ago. You were set up outside displaying your work, I had a short conversation with you about a Fine Arts Photographic Gallery I am persuing in Ashland in the near future. I have been a photography since 1974. All my works were destroyed in the wild fires in southern california in 2007. It's never to late to start over. Your work is Truly Photographic Art, the Best I have seen in a Very long time. Comment by: Scott Gregory Website: www.sgeditions.com Very nice work! Comment by: sheilah watson Website: preservelakewood.net Hi Dan, I remember when you first started taking photo's at Lakewood Forest Preserve. You have come so incredibly far in your photography it is amazing.Also so glad to know how much you respect the habitat and species of our world. Keep up the great work. Saw your Dad about 5 month's ago and he looked great. Also hello from Roy, Charlie. Take care, Sheilah Watson Watcher of the Woods. haha Comment by: Caroline Website: www.impactfolios.com/carolinedangelo Saw your site on ImpactFolios' testimonial page.. your photos are amazing. They really capture and enhance the beauty of the earth! Comment by: Christopher Scott Awesome photos as always. The Osprey shots are incredible! Hope all is well in Oregon. All our best. Debbie and Christopher Comment by: Leslie A We have been forwarded your wonderful newsletters and photos therein by our friend Pat who lives in Ashland for several years now, so decided to sign us up for them to come to us directly now! What a total treat to receive them and spend time going through everything in them - your photos are fabulous, just AWESOME - and love your commentary! Thanks so much! Leslie A Comment by: Sharon Saw your work on Saturday - I was not kidding when I said I thought you should submit your work somewhere... anyone can photography objects, places... but you get a story in one split second shot! Comment by: Sam Coren Hey, I'm one of the kids who met you in Ashland and I love your website! Your photos are EPIC and it is truly inspiring to have met someone who has followed their dreams good luck and best wishes! :) Sam Coren. age 12 Comment by: Richard Humphrey Dan,The variety and lens work is outstanding. Your expanse across the states, east to west, really shows the variety of wildlife we are fortunate to have in this country. Don't let that camera accumulate any dust --- great job! Comment by: Brian Met you in Ashland in June (I was the one gawking over your photos while my wife and friends kept wandering). Fantastic work! Comment by: Philip Wolfmueller Website: www.southernoregonphotographer.com Dan, I love your work. Meeting you this weekend in Brookings and hearing about how you just quit your job to follow your passion was very inspiring to me! Keep up the wonderful work. Comment by: Kevin Williams Website: ynotphoto@zenfolio.com I bought one of your hummingbird photos at the "river walk" in Shady Cove. Just thought I'd let you know that I hung it up in my restaurant (SPICERS) with your business card on the front. OUTSTANDING SHOT!! Thanks for the viewing pleasure! Kevin Comment by: Kathy Wolf Hi Dan, I was your first customer of the day in Lithia Park one day in July. I purchased a red tail hawk which is now framed and in a prime location in my library. I love it and can feel your love for these great raptors. I hope I can add another one sometime soon! Kathy Comment by: Ted Pierce Website: hawkphotographee.com What a wonderful eye. Great composition Comment by: Lory Hlavka Dan your work took my breath away!!! Comment by: Jerry Werhane Well now Danimal!!!! I was just put in touch with John by our mutual friends from the Wasted Youth and he told me about your new line of work and whereabouts. This is a far cry from the video footage from Florida with the snake freak,eah? Anyhoo... I am alive and well in Wisconsin with my lovely wife Shannon and two kids, Montana (15) & Gus (13). Please shoot me a message and let's talk live on the land line soon!!! Jerry Werhane Comment by: Kathleen Hi, Dan. I'm so glad I met you in Lithia Park and got on your mailing list. I enjoy your greeting cards posted at my work desk and reading your stories and plans. Your compassion and gratitude are exceeded only by your artistic ability. I'm ordering calendars! Thank you for opening your lives and passion to so many. Bless you all in the New Year! Comment by: sheilah watson Website: preservelakewood.net Hi Dan, I remember when you started taking pictures in Lakewood Forest Preserve in Illinois. You have come a long long way in your pictures. They are just exquisite. We all are so happy and proud of you. Keep going. Love to your family. Sheilah Comment by: Linda Dan - I am a big Raven fan and a Fan of yours. I love your photos. I was wondering, before I order online, will you be at the SOU Holiday Bazaar/crafters sale in Ashland on the 6th of December? Thank you for you great works of art in photography. Comment by: Ellie Batchelder What can I say...you're awesome! Your "Gulls in Flight" hangs over my fireplace so I think of you every day!!! Keep up the good work. Comment by: Wendy Hood I am a true fan, really inspired. Thank you Comment by: Daniel Elster Website: www.danielster.at Hi! You have a very nice collection! I am a Daniel Elster too and was just checking how many "Dan(iel) Elster" do exist on the planet and are alive :) Best wishes from Graz, Austria Comment by: Thomas Website: http://walkthewilderness.blogspot.com/ Splendid collection of wildlife images. Stunning details, sharpness and composition...not to mention the awesome lighting in most pictures Comment by: Judi Elster Absolutely great! Am glad that someone else has a "gift" of an artistic nature and a love of nature that shows through it. Thank you!! Comment by: christopher scott All our best on your first Fathers Day! Love Christopher & Debbie. Comment by: christopher scott congrats!!!What a beautiful baby! She looks like you Dan. Good job Patty! We'll be in touch soon. Comment by: ANTONIO NUNEZ HI DAN! FELICIDADES FOR THE BABY, AND I HOPE EVRITING IS FINE.SAY HI TO PATTY!!! Comment by: Molly Wade Dan,your pictures keep getting better. It's fun watching your progress. I absolutely love the new one Anna's feeding her chicks and also the Tundra Geese. Go Dan! Comment by: Douglas Robertson Wow... Great photographs! Great bird shots. I don't think I've ever seen a cowbird look so extraordinary. Fantastic! I was connected through Towhee.net. I am new to digital photography and am absorbing equipment/technique tips. Keep up the beautiful work. Comment by: Bob Dan - Was pleased to see you as the featured portfolio on Nature Photgraphers website. Always look forward to your new pics when I have been away from your site for a while - love the Barn Owl on the fence post. Hi to Patty - Bob at Backus CCU Comment by: Elizabeth von Radics Website: www.oregonconservatory.org/eleanor Absolutely LOVE the new one of the White City barn owl! AWESOME! Wow. Comment by: Bob Lucas Saw your work when I was in Oregon last summer. So glad I did. Comment by: Kristie Pease I live in Chico, Ca and saw your work at Vagabond Rose. The owl was breathtaking. I've been telling everyone at work to stop by to see your work. Hope to purchase one large photo and maybe, saving pennies, one of your smaller one. I really like your work. Oh, the "surprise" you sent Marilyn was amazing. Comment by: Barbara Beattie Website: www.clearcopyediting.com Dan--Your photography is stunning. So many of your shots just take my breath away. You have a real talent, and thank you for sharing your work with the world. :) I've just ordered a couple sets of notecards that I plan to use as New Year's greetings and I'll be sure to plug your wonderful artistry. Best wishes (from the editor you met in Florida). Comment by: Gretchen Breckenridge I visited your city in August of 2005 and purchased some of your incredible art. You should explore photography in Louisiana. There is a lake in central Louisiana (Lake Martin) where these incredible pink breasted birds nest by the thousands - always on the same days looking for mates. I have forgotten the name but you probably know. The Atchafalaya basin is also a photographer's dream. Comment by: John Sully I loved your wildlife photographs. They are great. Good luck John Comment by: Annette Looking forward to seeing your Water Ouzel prints next weekend. Glad to meet a fellow Ouzel fan. Nice site and beautiful pictures. We'd be interested in your newsletter. Comment by: Caroline and Billy Brander Hey Uncle Dan!!! Billy and I just spent half an hour on Thanksgiving looking at your pictures. They're SO beautiful! (especially the one of the deer in Michigan!). Happy Thanksgiving Comment by: Michael Wade Dan, The new photos look great. Hope to see you next time you're in Chicago. Comment by: Kim Sheahan Hey Dan! I was getting ready for a fieldtrip and doing research on Hawks and I thought of you. I typed in your name and the first sight I picked was Frustration. I placed a comment there, but thought I'd try this one also. This was my response to Frustration. Yes that Coyote picture is great!!! Look at the expression you caught on his face. His position is great for viewing how a coyote looks, and its that Elster color combination that I will always adore! Nothing fake, no bright popping at you colors, that are far and few between in reall nature. When I typed in your name this was the first sight I found....kind of funny isn't it? You will always have it...don't ever down play it...you already know you are talented..remember that! Each night when I sit down in my living room, I look at my Elster pictures and I think of you and how awesome your pictures are! Thank you for what you give me each night that I come home. Miss you Kim Comment by: Steve Dan, simply excellent stuff. Keep burning the fire (and the files!). Thanks for your inspiring work... Comment by: Angela @ Hummingbird Hill Just wanted to say again THANK YOU so for those stunning photos you gave me the hummingbirds and of "Fire". They are just spectacular. That was so very generous of you. I hope to see you in 2008 for more red-tailed hawk action in my tree. Take care. Angela Comment by: jai vasicek Website: www.cekdesigns.com Your photography is incredible. Love it. :) Comment by: jean and bill geiger Dan: you and your wife and your cannine are the best of all photographers and environmental people. You see things so many of us do not see, when you do ur photographing. Bless you for reminding us. It will be a forgotten planet if we don't wake up. Wish the politicians could understand our planet better and not be so political and afraid to speak up!! Love you, from bill, jean and cindy poodle geiger p. s. my deer photo which u did and we bought in Venice Fla in 06 from you, is BEAUTIFUL AND SO REAL!!! thankyou!!! Comment by: Tzila "Z" Duenzl I met you this Saturday (8-11-07) at the "Artisan's Market" in Ashland. I appreciate you sharing you answering my 'aspiring Nature photographer' questions, and sharing your resource for the cellephane envelopes!! Thanks Your work is great. I was immediately drawn to it because I saw in it the 'witness' moments: being totally in Nature presents those opportunities, and you have captured many very well. Your work is more 'intimate' and less 'glamour', a very good thing for this avid Naturalist to see in someone's work. Thanks. I am greatly inspired. Comment by: judy squier I missed your wonderful booth in Ashland this past weekend. Are you okay? You're my one and only, favorite artist there. When you're not there, why go? Comment by: Laurta Sederberg I so enjoyed your work when you came to Lake Almanor. Thanks for sharing via the Web. Comment by: Bernadette Miller Website: www.empiretravelagency.net I am blown away by the feeling I have when looking at your art!! I am a freak about red-tailed hawks, they stir my soul and your pictures capture that!! Florida has provided great sitings of the birds and I am so glad that you have captured their glory!! Comment by: Susan &Alex Hi! What a wonderful way to start a lovely Sunday. Thinking of you and SOOOO amazed by you guys! Comment by: sandy cathcart Website: sandycathcart.blogspot.com I Loooooove your towhees and cowbird. Wow! Awesome work, Dan. Comment by: John Borucki Website: www.boruckiphotography.com Thanks for the feedback. It means a lot to hear something good from a photographer that is as good as you. If it was not for that tree that I bought from you I probably wouldn’t even have a camera…so much activity…lots of inspiration…and the golds look really good against the spring blooms. Thanks again and keep doing what you do so well. Comment by: Jeff Morey We happened across your wonderful work in Ashland when we were visiting from Eugene last weekend. We'll be down again in 2 weeks when you'll be at the MidSummer's Dream event in Ashland...hope to meet you! Comment by: Angela Bongiovanni I'm so happy to have met someone as nuts about red-tailed hawks than me! Your photos are first-class. Glad our pathes crossed. Comment by: Taren You are always an inspiration :) keep it up dan, perhaps we will meet again, ashland. Comment by: Nancy and Miles We are so proud of you guys making your dreams come true! You are an inspiration, and proof that if you want something bad enough, anything is possible. Your work is spectacular! You have a talent and dream that makes such a difference! We love and miss you-but will be "neighbors" soon! Comment by: Jean Masukevich & clan Truly spectacular work, Dan! It is so fun to watch as you fine tune your talent for capturing miraculous and ordinary maoments in nature. The photoes take my breath away and leave me hungry for more. Good thing you keep delivering the goods. The websight looks awesome. Your hard work and perseverance will surely pay off. We believe in you and your dream. You are making a difference in a world that needs people who care deeply - like you! Much love and blessings to you. Comment by: Pete Derocher Dan: Have you ever done a Flamico card? There are still crazy people into the Flamincos...believe it or not. Pete Derocher Comment by: Paula Sendar Very nice dan. I will keep these in mind. Comment by: steve ronan Dan,thanks for the wonderful images of winter wildlife.Lots of bird activity down here in the sunshine state also. Perhaps another kayak trip sometime?best to Patty.Steve Comment by: Noel Chatroux Thank you Dan for sending me your latest pictures. What gifts! Makes me want to put on my boots and go check it out for myself. See you around Ashland. Noel Comment by: MAMABEAR Dan, The Elster Photography site continues to make me so proud of you. The picture of Chief and Coco...they look so regal, like kings of the forest. We join you and Patty as you mourn the loss of Chief. Comment by: Brandon Goldman Website: www.opendoor.com/pixability I've just spent a considerable amount of time browsing through your amazing portfolios. Great work and your photography shows that you see the world as a naturalist. Its sharing this extraordinary beauty in the natural world which will ultimately help preserve it. Comment by: judy squier Dan, i think I was your first customer at the Christmas Faire yesterday - I am joyful over the framed White Tail Deer with the big red Christmas bow. It's my husband's and my one and only Christmas gift to each other this year since we spent all the other money making the home we purchased in Grants Pass wheelchair accessible. Tom Mangelson, watch out, Dan's the Photo Man with so much talent. God Bless you as you make His creation so accessible to us all. judy from Grants Pass Comment by: Susan Elster I AM SO PROUD OF YOU! Thank you for making the world a better place with your photography,your hard work,your vision and your goodness! I love you guys! Comment by: John Borucki Website: www.geocities.com/anmllvr79@sbcglobal.net It's the guy who bought your house. Your web-site is great and your pics are even better. I'm glad we had you sign those greeting cards. Good luck to you. Comment by: Matt and Christine Krause Dan- The site turned out awesome! You are so talented and will be going far. Oh the animals and habitats you will save. Remember us when you become famous! Comment by: Jack Hulsey I was impressed with you work displayed in Ashland in July 2006. Your web site creatively displays your extensive talents. While icons are in vogue, the usability of the site would improve by using "start slideshow" instead of the somewhat cryptic icon. You work has great clarity and energy. Particularly good is "great blue heron FL#HEC16." Comment by: Linda Bowman Website: tuneyourwriting.com Your Web site is outstanding. It's the perfect vehicle to showcase your prodigious talent. Your focus is crystal clear and the respect you have for your subject matter shines through each image. Southern Oregon is indeed lucky to count you as one of its finest wildlife photographers. Keep up the good work, Dan! Comment by: Bob Dan - it's been a while since I visited your website, nice. I am no expert but I have been a wildlife watcher my whole life and your newer pics are great - nice composition and exposures, glad to see things are going well - hi to Patty. . . Bob - CCU, Backus Comment by: Angie Holsen Love your site Dan! Your talent is clear! What beautiful pictures! I love the cards you made for me! Angie Comment by: molly kuras Fantastic pictures! We are so happy for you two. Wish Oregon was not so far away. We miss you. Molly K. Comment by: kristy clement As always I have enjoyed viewing your photos you are one of the best I have ever seen. Comment by: Sam Kelly Dan, I'm so glad that things are going so well for you and Patty. The quality of your work justs keeps getting more and more amazing. Look forward to seeing you the next time you make it back to this neck of the woods. Sam Comment by: Carl @ Concept Well Dan you got your stuff and got outta here! Way to go, you just keep getting better and better. That Red Tail Hawk is still looking at me. Keep your dream alive. Great job on the Web site and your news letter. Regards, Comment by: Tom B. Dan, The photos are great as always. I think I may have spent too much time checking out the site and left Pam to feed, bathe and put three children to sleep. Oh well. Great work on the site, keep up the good work, I always look forward to hearing from you and Patty. Enjoy Oregon. Comment by: Kathy Henders Dan Dan Dan! Great job. I look forward to your updates and newsletters. I will pass on your fine work and tell two friends and so on and so on..... Comment by: Shields Website: www.passport2Ashland.com Great Work Dan! The website really pulls it all together so that people all around the world can view your amazing photos. - Shields Comment by: Judy Leese I love your photos, especially those of Florida. Congratulations on your website. Don't ever give up on your dream. I look forward to your emails and new photos. Comment by: Mary McClellan I was impressed when I first saw your work over Labor Day in Ashland this summer, and I continue to be impressed as I look at your Web site. Your photos are stunning! You've got the gift. Thanks for sharing it with the rest of us. Comment by: Peter Derocher Excellent job, Dan. Great pics! Go Pack, Go! Comment by: Sarah Roy Website: www.mysilpada.com/sarah.roy Dan- Your website is great!! I am truely impressed by the commitment to your dream and your patience to see it through. Congrats! My love to Patty! Comment by: Ralph Met you in Ashland this summer and really enjoyed your work! Delighted to find that I am on your website e-mail list. Work on your website is captivating. I am a member of photo club in New York and have seen a lot of outstanding work. You are among the world class artists I have met. Thanks for sharing your art and your love of nature with the rest of us. Comment by: Julia Rezek Hi Dan, Kaiyo and I met you and saw your work at the Briscoe Art Festival last Spring. I have really enjoyed your emails,and now I am very impressed with your web site. Your images are dazzling. Keep it up. I'm so glad you're staying here in Southern Oregon. Welcome! Comment by: Kate Merrill Great job Dan!! The images you capture are impressive and sometimes breathtaking. I look forward to hanging them in my home. Kate Comment by: Nancy Website: babyjusthome.com I am so impressed-you keep getting better and more unique with all that you do. Keep up all the great work, you should be so proud for all you have accomplished. Bravo for grabbing life and going for your dreams. Comment by: Brendan & Nicole Website: www.brendangallery.com WOW! Congratulations on your new site. Your personality shows all through it, and that's just a great thing. Your new images are beautiful and it's clear that Oregon agrees with you. Florida misses you, though. . . Good luck on your chosen path and enjoy your new home with your wonderful wife. . . Comment by: The Amazing Brando Outstanding photos and website! I have the photo in mind that will be hanging on my living room wall in my new place. I will contact you. Keep it up..it's very , very impressive. Comment by: Molly What a great job Dan!! Keep up the great work. Your work reminds us all what is important--nature!! We miss you at home and look forward to seeing your face-not a picture on a hanger :) Comment by: Dick Cronberg Dan, Nice job! I'm glad you were able to use shots from around here. "You learn quickly, Grasshopper!" Dick Comment by: Beth Wow! Awesome improvement. It's great to see so many classics and new photos in your collection. Keep up the great work and taking care of Feets. Comment by: Michael The new website looks great. Keep the pics coming. Look forward to seeing you next time you're in Chicago. Comment by: sandy cathcart Website: sandycathcart.blogspot.com Wow! You just keep getting better and better. I absolutely love your stuff. I feel honored to have met you those years ago in Ashland. You are destined for greatness. You are already great in my eyes. Such sensitivity and passion in your work. Comment by: Tracy Williams Wonderul Dan! I have been following your work now for two years....you are very talented! Thank you for sharing your works! They are all beautiful and warm my heart. The picture of the swans brought tears to my eyes (swan is my natal totom). Your website is very easy to use which I also appreciate! May you prosper and continue to follow your passion! Comment by: christina It will be an honor to say we knew you when....when you're finally featured in National Geographic or other world-wide publication honoring the natural world. You have an amazing eye and help remind others of the connectedness of all things. Comment by: Debbie King Website: www.lcfpd.org Dan, Bravo! Not only on the site, but the new images. I know what you mean, staying out in Oregon. We are counting the days until Montana. Till then.... Comment by: Connie Wade Hi Dan -- what beautiful photos -- I always enjoy looking at your great work. Love the website! Good luck...... Comment by: Bill Chambers Website: www.enchantedlightphotography.com Great looking site. I like the site design, and your images are beautiful. Comment by: Charles R Kerr Website: www.wormdigger.bigblog.com.au/ As you can see my Web site is a blog I will get around to a real one sometime in the future, in the mean time you keep up your good work there Cobber. I'm from downunder I have my nature track right outside my door I do some of my Birding just through my Bedroom window of a morning. Charles R Kerr Comment by: kathy elster Website: www.kathyelster.com way to go !!!!! Comment by: patty Hi honey- Congratulations on making your dreams come true. Your new website looks great, and your hard work shows. Always keep site of your dream and focus on whats important- the animals and conservation. The rest will fall into place, if not, I'll bring home the bacon and fry it up in a pan- cause I'm a woman!!!!!! |