Eric Patdu

Growing up in the Philippines, I was fascinated by nature—and birds in particular—long before I ever held a camera. Picking up my very first point-and-shoot gave that quiet curiosity a creative direction, turning a simple appreciation for avian life into a lifelong passion for photography.

Now based in Omaha, Nebraska, I focus my lens on capturing clean compositions, thoughtful light, and moments of genuine subject connection. Whether documenting songbirds across the Midwest or photographing species abroad, every image is a study in patience and perspective.

More than anything, I hope these photographs offer you a moment of quiet, and maybe a reason to look a little more closely at the birds that share your own corner of the world. Thank you for being here.