The Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary has long been a special place for local photographer Tamara Wolski and her family.

“We come here often for tranquil walks, bird watching, otter sightings and magnificent sunsets,” said Wolski, who first became passionate about taking pictures during a photography class at Arcata High School over 20 years ago.

This image by Tamara Wolski is from the Arcata Marsh and is titled “Mirror.” (Courtesy of Tamara Wolski)

Today, she uses her iPhone 13 mini to take all of her images.

“I love capturing the beauty of Humboldt County and the world beyond. The walls of my house are full of local scenic shots and travel photos that I have taken over the years, and each one brings me back to a special moment in time,” said Wolski, who has visited 33 different countries over the years, including New Zealand, China, Peru and Iceland.

Photographer Tamara Wolski is pictured at the Arcata Marsh with her father, Al Wolski, who died in Jan. of this year. Tamara Wolski's new photo exhibit at the Interpretive Center is dedicated to her father. (Courtesy of Tamara Wolski)
Photographer Tamara Wolski is pictured at the Arcata Marsh with her father, Al Wolski, who died in Jan. of this year. Tamara Wolski’s new photo exhibit at the Interpretive Center is dedicated to her father. (Courtesy of Tamara Wolski)

“For me, photography is a fun way to share my love of travel with others, and I also hope it inspires friends and family to visit our region as well,” she said. “I am in constant awe of the natural beauty of our county and I never tire of capturing it with my camera.”

Throughout March and April, Wolski’s landscape photos will be on display at the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center, 569 South G St., Arcata. (Exhibits featuring local art and photography are sponsored by Friends of the Arcata Marsh.)

“My show incorporates marsh shots taken over the years and throughout the seasons, along with other landscape photographs from our region,” Wolski said.

“Sunsets are one of my favorite things to photograph at the marsh,” she added. “I love the way clouds reflect off of Klopp Lake and the sloughs.”

Wolski — who works locally as a librarian — says this show is dedicated to her father, Al Wolski, a longtime FOAM volunteer who loved the marsh and its inhabitants. He died unexpectedly on Jan. 9, 2024, at age 76.

“You would often find him staffing the desk at the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center where the exhibit is being held,” she said. “He was very much looking forward to seeing the show and he was a big supporter of my photography.”

Wolski added, “For as long as I can remember, I have enjoyed the tranquility of the marsh and its opportunities to spot wildlife. I especially love to see the shorebird murmurations and river otters. Recently, the marsh is a place I go to connect with my father’s memory because we used to take walks there together and it was his happy place.”

The Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center is open to the public Monday from 1 to 5 p.m. and Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 707-826-2359.

Tamara Wolski's new photography exhibit features many images of the Arcata Marsh. The show will be open in March and April at the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center. (Courtesy of Tamara Wolski)

Courtesy of Tamara Wolski

Tamara Wolski’s new photography exhibit features many images of the Arcata Marsh. The show will be open in March and April at the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center. (Courtesy of Tamara Wolski)