Thomas Schaeffer, born in 1965, was infected with the virus of photography by his father at the age of 10. He started with 35mm b/w, slide film, and view finder cameras with fixed lenses.
It was in 1981 when he bought his first SLR, a Canon AE-1, that he started more serious shooting, consequently buying more lenses, then in 1983 a Canon A-1. By that time he also become familiar with b/w lab work and joined some photography classes in school. After school and during military service, university, and the early working years as an engineer, photography was reduced to just holiday shooting. Then in 1993 he bought a new Canon EOS 100 during a trip to the US southwest as a replacement for his broken Canon A-1.
The motive-rich southwest and the new technology re-ignited his love for photography. So after returning from the US Southwest he started photographing regularly as well as conducting slide shows on a small scale for regional audiences. Over the years he has added to and upgraded his equipment both for cameras and projection, preparing slide shows about every trip he and his wife made to the US west and Canada in the 1990s. He also authored two travel-guide style CDs about the US west and Alaska, which ran on PCs.
It was in 2001, after some terrorist spoiled a planned trip in September to the southwest, that he bought his first Canon EOS D30 instead. The switch to fully digital boosted both his skills and picture frequency immediately. Now the complete connection between his two passions, photography and computers, was available. Moving on to the D60 and 20D cameras, replacing all lenses to better ones along the way was only logical. Another boost for the passion came in 2005 on a workshop on Vancouver Island with pro-photographer Rolf Hicker, where he not only learnt a lot but also shot stunning pictures of whales and the canadian landscape. Today he specializes in Travel, Landscape and wildlife photography, which he conducts mainly during his holiday trips to Europe, the US and Canada.
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Edradour Whisky Destillery Scotland The Edradour whisky distillery is situated in the Highlands of Scotland, Europe. The smallest (legal) destillery in scotland is edradour near Pitlochy in the central highlands.... |
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Scotland Landscape Rannaoch Moor A serene sunrise over the landscape of Rannoch Moor Near Fort William in Scotland, Europe. One of the best experience a visitor to scotland can make is to get up early (in the summer around... |
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Rannoch Moor Scenery Scotland Europe Sunrise over the scenic Rannoch Moor in the Scottish Highlands of Scotland, Europe. One of the best experience a visitor to scotland can make is to get up early (in the summer around... |
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Moorland Of Rannoch Perth And Kinross Scotland Scattered rocks sit in the boggy moorland in Rannoch near Perth and Kinross in Scotland, Europe. One of the best experience a visitor to scotland can make is to get up early (in the summer around... |
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Rannoch Moor Reflections Scotland A clear summer morning casts reflections on the water of Rannoch Moor in the Highlands of Scotland. One of the best experience a visitor to scotland can make is to get up early (in the summer around... |
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Rannoch Moor National Heritage Site Scotland Designated as a National Heritage Site of Scotland Rannoch Moor a mecca for wildlife and scenery in the Scottish Highlands. One of the best experience a visitor to scotland can make is to get up early (in the summer around... |
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Glen Coe Valley And Rannoch Moor Scotland The beautifully scenic Rannoch Moor marks the eastern entrance to the Glen Coe Valley in the Highlands of Scotland, Europe. The beautiful Rannoch Moor near Fort William unfolds its beauty not only during the sunrise hour... |
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Mountain Church Pinzgau Austria The quaint little church situated in the mountains in the Pinzgau region of Austria is called 'Mary in the Snow'. During the early hours of a day when the warm sunrise light is illuminating the walls of this small... |
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Roemerberg Plaza Weihnachtsmarkt Frankfurt Germany The decorated Roemerberg Plaza in downtown Frankfurt, Germany is the site of the Weihnachtsmarkt. In the well restored city center of Frankfurt, at the Roemer and the city hall, the time shortly... |
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Christkindl Market Frankfurt Germany Christmas mood in the Frankfurt centre during the Christkindl Markets. In the well restored city center of Frankfurt, at the Roemer Square, the time shortly after... |
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Snowcapped Austrian Alps At Sunset A winter sunset sets the snowcapped Austrian alps alight near the city of Salzburg. During a ski trip in the low snow winter of 2007 we managed to stay up on the mountain to see this... |
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Picture Of Armadale Castle Gardens A mixture of shrubs, flowers and brickwork, the Armadale Castle gardens in the Isle of Skye in Scotland are a treat to wander through. The old clan headquarter of the MacDonald, Armadale castle in southern Isle of Skye, provides... |
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Birnau Church Lake Constance Germany The immaculate Birnau Church on the shores of Lake Constance is a fine example of baroque architecture in Germany, Europe. The church of Birnau on Lake Constance on southern Germany is one example of the rich architecture... |
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September 11 Ground Zero Park New York A new park developed after the tragic events of September 11 sits adjacent to Ground Zero in New York. This park was newly rebuild after the tumbling of the twin towers on Sep 11, 2001. Today the view... |
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Scottish Highlands Waterfall Landscape Picture Rugged cliffs surround a waterfall and river etching out a valley in the scenic Scottish Highlands. Through the wet highlands in Scotlands west a number of rivers are flowing, building imposing... |
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Alpine Wild Flowers Pinzgau Austria Wild Flowers grow along the edges of a creek near a back country hut in Pinzgau, Austria. During a hiking trip in the austrian alps these small yellow flowers caught my attention. Together... |
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Skyline Of Manhattan New York At Dusk The buildings along the skyline of Manhatten are silhouetted against the bright sky during dusk in New York, USA. From the Brooklyn side of the bridge one can experience these maginficent views of the Broodklyn... |
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Aerial Siena City Tuscany Italy A stunning aerial view of the city of Siena and the Piazza del Campo is seen from a tower called Panoramico, in Tuscany, Italy. From the tower called panoramico, some unfinished part of the Siena cathedral, this impressive... |
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Cathedral And Leaning Tower Of Pisa Tuscany Italy Two famous landmarks are situated side by side in the town of Pisa, namely the Cathedral and famous Leaning Tower of Pisa in Tuscany, Italy. Conveniently the famous crooked tower and the monumental cathedral of Pisa are closely together.... |
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Eilean Donan Scottish Castle Picture A magically time to photograph the Eilean Donan Scottish Castle is during the blue hour with reflections on the waters of Loch Duich. The very neat castle of Eilean Donan sits on a small island in Loch Duich near Dornie, Scotland.... |
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Winter Landscape Pinzgau Austria Frozen trees after a hoarfrost add to the winter landscape of Pinzgau in the Alps of Austria, Europe. A line of frozen trees stands in the vincinity of a cree whose moisture is responsible for these... |
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Fort Augustus Neptunes Staircase Scotland Neptunes Staircase, the 7 locks of Fort Augustus, are illuminated in green during the evenings in Scotland, UK. The 7 locks in Fort Augustus at the banks of the famous Loch Ness representing one end of the... |
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Mill Of Westgrossefehn Northwest Germany A wind mill adorns the banks of a canal in Westgrossefehn in the Northwest of Germany, Europe. The mill in Westgrossefehn on the northwest coast of Germany is neatly located at a canel where... |
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Picture Of Royal Mile Edinburgh Scotland The Main Road called the The Royal Mile in Edinburgh bustles with activity in Scotland, Europe. Through the whole length of Edinburghs old town from the Holyrood Castle on the lower end up to the... |
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Wallace Monument Image Scotland UK The Wallace National Monument which sits atop the Abbey Craig, commemorates a 13th century Scottish hero by the name of William Wallace. The monument of William Wallace, the famous Braveheart can be seen on the hill opposite to the... |
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Attractions Volterra Tuscany Italy A city gifted with stunning architecture and steeped in history, Volterra one of the must see tourist attractions in Tuscany, Italy. During a stroll through the ancient city of Volterra in Tuscany region in Italy one can discover... |
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Cathedral Of Florence Tuscany Italy A cross graces the entrance of the Cathedral of Florence, better known as the Duomo or Santa Maria del Fiore in the capital city of Florence, Tuscany, Italy. Holy cross in front of the great cathedral in the heart of the most magnificent city of Tuscany,... |
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St Andrews Cathedral Ruins Scotland Besides a few walls, gates, towers, and foundations which remain partially intact, the Cathedral of St Andrews which was completed in 1318 AD, now lies in ruins. Golfers may know St.Andrews as the city, where their sport was invented. But not only golfers come... |
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Picture Of Stonehaven Harbour Scotland An important harbour since the 1500's, Stonehaven was the only safe haven from north easterly gales in Scotland. Stonehaven, best know for its proximity to Dunnottar Castle in Aberdeenshire, also has to over some... |
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Beaver Creek Yukon Summer Night Even at midnight during a clear summer night, the sun can still be seen sitting just below the horizon at Beaver Creek in the Yukon, Canada. This beautiful scenery was seen on a small pond near Beaver Creek, Yukon. Although the sun is... |
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Scenic Northern Vancouver Island Flight On a fine day during a flight between Vancouver and Port Hardy on Northern Vancouver Island the views are very scenic. During a flight from Vancouver to Northern Vancouver Island this beautiful light illuminated the... |
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Three Chimes Dolomites Italy The Three Chimes (Tre Chimes) formation in the Dolomites range in the Alto Adige area of Northern Italy, Europe. The magnificient formation of the three chimes in the Dolomites area, the southern part of the alps... |
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Lindau Lighthouse Lake Constance Germany The entrance to the Lindau harbor on Lake Constance in Germany, features a Lighthouse and statue of a lion. The picturesque city of Lindau on the southern end of Lake Constance offers a very nice harbor area... |
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Rosslyn Chapel Interior Ceiling Roslin Scotland A remarkable piece of Scottish heritage and architecture, building of the Rosslyn Chapel has been ongoing since construction began in 1446. The ancient chapel of Rosslyn 10 miles south of Edinburgh is one of the hot spots of the... |
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Trinity Church Monument New York A September 11 monument stands outside Trinity Church in memory of the tragic event in New York, USA. The tiny trinity church not far from ground zero, the Sep 11 site, hosts some unique memorabila to... |
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City Palace Architecture Jaipur India The fine lines of the City Palace in Jaipur, India are a blend of traditional Rajasthan and Mughal architecture. Another residence for the Maharadja of Jaipur which is still in use by the descendants of the old... |
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Small Fishing Boats North Sea Denmark An army of small boats which are used for fishing in the North Sea line the sandy beach of a village in Denmark. On some remote locations on Denmarks west coast, the fishermen's still haul their small fishing... |
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Gretna Green Blacksmith Scotland A popular place in the early days for elopements is the Gretna Green Blacksmith shop in Scotland, Europe. Gretna Green is the most notorious and famous spot for runaway marriages in Europe. In the old... |
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Balmoral Castle Aberdeenshire Scotland The elaborate Balmoral Castle is situated on a large estate in Aberdeenshire in the highlands of Scotland, Europe. On Balmoral castle the royal family and especially the Queen spends usually the summer months. The... |
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New York Skyscrapers Times Square Manhattan Renamed in 1904, Times Square is a focal point in Manhattan surrounded by massive New York city skyscrapers. Narrowing view of towering skyscrapers on Times Square, New York, USA. |
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Turtle Pond And Belvedere Castle Central Park Vista Rock is a natural platform in Central Park, New York, which provides the foundation for Belvedere Castle next to Turtle Pond. While wandering the trails of central park for half a day one may discover an always changing view... |
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The Lake Boat Rentals Central Park New York Boats are available for rental to enable visitors to paddle on the Lake in Central Park, at the heart of New York, USA. While wndering the trails of central park for half a day one may discover an always changing view... |
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