Keith's Frame of Mind

08/07/2026

Pileated Woodpecker Male - Deep Woods Pecking - Gardiner, Washington - Series on Pileated Woodpeckers - Day 7 - Surprisingly Shy - Even though they’re one of North America’s largest woodpeckers, Pileated Woodpeckers are often difficult to spot. They’re cautious birds that usually stay deep in mature forests, where their loud calls often reveal them long before you ever see them. I hope you enjoyed this series on these wonderful birds. I will start a new one on the Northern Flick next. :) Be sure to follow me at Keith's Frame of Mind.

08/06/2026

Pileated Woodpecker Female Juvenile - Feathered Friend - Gardiner, Washington - Series on Pileated Woodpeckers - Day 6 - A breeding pair may defend hundreds of acres of mature forest. They need plenty of dead and dying trees to find insects and enough space to support themselves throughout the year.

08/05/2026

Architecture - Up Your Alley? - Seattle, Washington - Click to see whole image vertical. Uh Oh! I think I may have opened Pandora's Box taking this image. Wildlife & Landscape are my bag, but I may have to make a little room in it for more of this.... LOL

08/05/2026

Pileated Woodpecker Female Juvenile - Gardiner Washington - Series on Pileated Woodpecker - Day 5 - A single Pileated Woodpecker can excavate several nesting cavities in its lifetime. Once abandoned, these cavities become homes for owls, ducks, squirrels, bats, and many other forest creatures. They’re true ecosystem engineers!

08/02/2026

Pileated Woodpecker Female - People Watching - Gardiner, Washington - Series on Pileated Woodpeckers - Day 4 - Built Like a Climber - Pileated Woodpeckers are perfectly designed for life on tree trunks. Two toes point forward and two backward for a solid grip, while their stiff tail feathers act like a third leg, helping support their body as they climb vertically.

08/02/2026

Kryztyna Clemmer Ross - Ferry Tales - Port Townsend, Washington - Our OM Cameras have some fun computational modes, and Multiple Exposure was one I never tried before. Here is my first try, and it was a blast to play with. :)

08/02/2026

Joyce Daze Wild Blackberry Festival Parade Gallery- The rain stopped for a great day and parade in Joyce today! Here are lots of Images, courtesy of Keith's Frame of Mind. Free to download and share on social media, but not for printing. If you would like prints please reach out to me. Enjoy!

08/01/2026

We are so honored for the acknowledgement here by First Fed! We owe so much of our success here to the non-profit organizations we volunteer time and resources to. Giving back to the community is it's own reward, but in doing so the relationships formed while giving is such a wonderful way to enrich your lives. If you can find a way to donate some time to a worthy cause or organization you will find happiness in new friends and relationships. I promise! Thanks so much Robin Bookter and First Federal Savings & Loan

From stunning nature photography and professional portraits to custom framing and personalized service, Keith’s Frame of Mind combines creativity, craftsmanship, and a genuine commitment to the community.

“First Fed is more than just our bank. They are fellow sponsors and supporters of the community, aligned with and working alongside us in giving back. The relationships we have forged with them are so valuable for our business. Supporting them supports your community.”

— Keith Ross, Owner
Keith’s Frame of Mind
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Thank you, Keith, for your kind words and for the positive impact you and Kryztyna continue to make in our community. We’re honored to support local businesses like Keith’s Frame of Mind and appreciate the trust you place in our team.

08/01/2026

Kryztyna Clemmer Ross - A Great Photographer Among Her Piers - Port Townsend, Washington - A rare moment when we were let loose, to do as we wish, and play with our cameras, with abandon, and fun.....

07/31/2026

Pileated Woodpecker - Unbeatable Wing Beat - Gardiner, Washington - Series on Pileated Woodpeckers - Day 3 - They’re the largest woodpecker in North America (up to 19 inches long with a 29-inch wingspan). Bigger wings move more air per stroke, which produces that deep, whooshing “thump” sound.

Slow Wingbeat Frequency: Compared to smaller birds like flickers or downy woodpeckers, their wingbeats are slower and more deliberate. This gives the impression of a deeper, more powerful rhythm.

Flight Style: Like other woodpeckers, pileateds use an undulating flight pattern (flap–glide–flap). But when they flap, the sound is more resonant because of their size.

How It Compares

Smaller Woodpeckers: Hairy, downy, or red-bellied woodpeckers have quicker, higher-pitched wingbeats, almost like a rapid flutter compared to the pileated’s heavy “whump.”
Crows/Ravens: The pileated’s wingbeat is actually closer in depth to a crow or raven than to most other woodpeckers, though woodpeckers’ flight pattern still sets them apart.
Recognition Cue: That deep, echoing wingbeat is one of the field marks birders use to identify them, even before seeing the red crest.