Go behind the lens with award-winning fine art photographer Doreen McGunagle.

Explore the stories, techniques, and conservation missions behind each nature and wildlife photography print.

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Behind the Lens: Conserving the Oregon Coast

Where land and sea meet, the Oregon Coast reveals nature’s untamed artistry. In this Behind the Lens episode, Dr. Doreen McGunagle captures the raw beauty of Cannon Beach, Hug Point, Shore Acres, and Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor — places where wind, tide, and light continually reshape the landscape.

Through her fine art photography, Doreen explores how beauty and resilience coexist along this ever-changing shoreline. Her images remind us that coastal conservation begins with awareness — honoring the balance that allows life to flourish amid nature’s shifting rhythm.

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Behind the Lens: Sustainability in Bloom at Swan Island Dahlia Farm

Amid Oregon’s Willamette Valley, the fields of Swan Island Dahlia Farm come alive in a breathtaking display of color and harmony. In this Behind the Lens episode, Dr. Doreen McGunagle explores how beauty and sustainability bloom side by side — from the nurturing of healthy soil to the gentle rhythm of pollinators moving between blossoms.

Through her fine art photography, Doreen captures more than visual splendor; she reveals a deeper connection between nature and stewardship. Each image becomes a reminder that mindful cultivation and respect for the land allow both art and life to flourish.

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Crater Lake: A Deep Blue Reminder of Why Conservation Matters

Carved by fire and shaped by time, Crater Lake National Park stands as a breathtaking reminder of nature’s power to renew itself. Through her lens, Dr. Doreen McGunagle captures the stillness of deep blue waters framed by volcanic cliffs, where light and shadow reveal the enduring strength of the natural world.

This Behind the Lens journey invites viewers to pause and reflect on the importance of preservation — from protecting pristine waters to respecting fragile ecosystems. Simple choices — staying on trails, reducing waste, and supporting park conservation programs — ensure that this wonder remains vibrant for generations to come.

Experience the awe, the silence, and the balance of a landscape that speaks to both resilience and renewal.

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Salt River Wild Horses: Wild Freedom in the Arizona Desert

Step Behind the Lens along Arizona’s Salt River, where wild horses cross the water daily in search of food. Through Doreen McGunagle Fine Art, discover their resilience, freedom, and the conservation efforts that protect this fragile desert ecosystem.

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Monument Valley Tribal Park: Sacred Landscapes and Living Stories

Step Behind the Lens at Monument Valley Tribal Park with Doreen McGunagle Fine Art. Discover the towering buttes, resilient desert life, and sacred Navajo heritage of this iconic landscape—captured through photography as both beauty and a call for conservation.

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Grand Canyon National Park: A Portrait of Time and Fragility

Step Behind the Lens at Grand Canyon National Park with Doreen McGunagle Fine Art. Discover how photography captures not only the canyon’s breathtaking beauty but also its fragile ecosystems, from soaring condors to the winding Colorado River. A story of resilience, wonder, and the call for conservation.

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