Diane McAllister’s Biography

Nature & Wildlife Photographer

When I am not in the audience, I share time with my 2 teenagers who are equally entertaining. My husband of 23 yrs. knows where to look outdoors whenever he can’t find me. My 2 labs and 3 cats always seem to find me. As a Registered Nurse by profession, specializing in Pediatrics, it’s no wonder I have a fondness for the little ones in wildlife. My gift of patience, along with determination and perseverance, help me with my image making which I have been enamored with for the past 4 years. Other favored activities for me include hiking, skiing, fishing, gardening and quilting. My favorite camera body is the Canon Mark II Ds, and to alleviate stage fright, I’ll pair it with the 500 mm F4. I often try to photograph my characters as they go about their usual unrehearsed ways of life. I feel these images tell a story. Witnessing all that nature offers is truly a gift for the soul.

I am currently a member of the Lahonton Audubon Society, Friends of Nevada Wilderness, Sierra Artists Guild, and the North American Nature Photography Association.