Aurora Borealis
Aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, is a natural phenomenon that occurs when charged particles from the sun collide with the Earth’s magnetic field, creating colorful and mesmerizing light displays in the night sky. The lights can vary in color from green to pink to purple and are most commonly seen in high-latitude […]
Astrophotography
Is there anything more awe-inspiring than the night sky? Being able to gaze up and see thousands of twinkling stars and the majestic Milky Way on a clear night is a sight that should be accessible to all. Unfortunately, due to the increasing use of artificial light, millions of children around the world are unable […]
Macro
We are all privileged to have access to state and national parks, national forests and wildlife refuges. It’s our responsibility to care for these lands to protect the native plants, insects and animals that inhabit them. When I capture images of delicate orchids, beautiful wildflowers or incredible insects, they are captured right where I found […]
Mammals
The well-being of animals and preservation of natural habitats is my first priority when it comes to wildlife photography. The animals you see in the images were captured in their natural settings, such as the Superior National Forest and the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. Some, such as the skunks, black bear cub and bobcat were […]
Landscapes
Jill Beim Photography Portfolio – Landscapes
Birds
BIrds There are so many unique and beautiful birds in this world. This portfolio focuses on North American birds, primarily those found in my home state of Minnesota. Did you know that we have lost 2.9 billion birds since 1970? Habitat loss and degradation are the two biggest drivers in the decline of birds. Reversing […]