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About TJ Waller, FMN
Recognized as one of the elite action photographers in Florida and the nation, TJ is FMN's Director of Training, Sports Editor, and Photographer. With over 50 years of photography experience, TJ skillfully portrays the emotions and intensity that accompanies each shot. Be it professional sports, rocket launches, wildlife or even war correspondence, TJ is behind the lens getting the shots many photographers outright miss. TJ also operates specialized photography workshops; teaching folks how to get the best action photos they can in their chosen activity. If you are in need of a highly skilled and experienced freelance action photographer who can capture the essence of any fast-paced event, TJ is confident that his expertise and dedication will make him a valuable asset to your team.
Sandhill Crane drinking from bird bath

Splish, Splash, Give Your Birds a Bird Bath!

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN July 28, 2025Posted inEntertainment, Florida Backyards, Nature
Splish, Splash, Give Your Birds a Bath!
Beating the Heat! A juvenile Northern Cardinal enjoying a morning bath! Photo: TJ Waller

If you think bird baths are just cute garden decor, think again! They’re basically five-star spas for your feathered friends—and the benefits go far beyond a quick rinse and fluff!

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Castle Otttis

Castle Otttis: St. Augustine’s Castle on the Hill

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN June 18, 2025Posted inAnother Roadside Attraction, Entertainment, Florida Travel, Off The Beaten Path, Things to Do and See in Florida, Travel, Visiting Florida
Castle Otttis
Castle Otttis: An imposing site in St. Augustine. Photo: TJ Waller

A majestic and imposing site, even if you didn’t know it was there, Castle Otttis would definitely grab your attention as you drive by!

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Orlando Solar Bears

Solar Bears Fall to Jacksonville 2-1

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN January 28, 2025Posted inFlorida Sports, Hockey, Orlando Solar Bears
Orlando Solar Bears
Solar Bear Goalie #37 Alexis Gravel makes a diving save! | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

ORLANDO – (Jan. 26, 2025) The Orlando Solar Bears fall to the visiting Jacksonville Icemen 2-1 Sunday afternoon at the Orlando KIA Center.

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Orlando Solar Bears beat Atlanta Gladiators 8-5

Solar Bears give Gladiators A Crash Course in Ice Warfare!

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN January 22, 2025Posted inFlorida Sports, Hockey, Orlando Solar Bears
Orlando Solar Bears
Solar Bears give Gladiators A Crash Course in Ice Warfare! | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

ORLANDO (Mon., Jan. 20, 2025) – In a nerve-racking, action-packed, score fest Monday afternoon, the Orlando Solar Bears teach the Atlanta Gladiators a little about ice warfare by beating them 8-5!

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Orlando Solar Bears

Solar Bears Claim Sixth Consecutive Win!

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN January 17, 2025Posted inFlorida Sports, Hockey, Orlando Solar Bears, Uncategorized
Solar Bears vs Icemen
Solar Bears Beat Icemen 2-0 | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

Orlando – (Tue., Jan. 14, 2025) – The Orlando Solar Bears secure their sixth consecutive victory beating the Jacksonville Ice Icemen 2-0 Tuesday evening in the Orlando KIA Center!

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UCF Knights Hockey

The UCF Knights Stomp the ECU Pirates 13-4

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN January 14, 2025Posted inCollege Sports, Florida Sports, Hockey, UCF Knights
The UCF Knights Stomp the ECU Pirates 13-4
The UCF Knights Stomp the ECU Pirates 13-4 | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

Orlando – In Amateur Athletic Union Division II club hockey (AAU), The University of Central Florida Knights put a medieval stompin’ on the Eastern Carolina University Pirates Sunday afternoon (Jan. 12, 2025) at the Orlando Ice Den winning 13-4.

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Orlando Solar Bears

Solar Bears’ Message to Swamp Rabbits: This is OUR House!

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN January 9, 2025Posted inFlorida Sports, Hockey, Orlando Solar Bears
Solar Bears defeat the Swamp Rabbits 2-1 in OT
Solar Bears defeat the Swamp Rabbits 2-1 in OT | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

Orlando – The Orlando Solar Bears reclaimed the keys to the KIA Center Tuesday night (Jan. 7, 2025) in another exciting game beating the Greenville Swamp Rabbits 2-1 in overtime play!

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Orlando Solar Bears Beat Florida Everblades in OT 2-1

Orlando Solar Bears Win… and Lose in Weekend Games!

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN January 5, 2025Posted inFlorida Sports, Hockey, Orlando Solar Bears
Orlando Solar Bears vs Fla Everblades
#19 Tyson Feist checks #11 Isaac Nurse on open ice | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

Orlando – The Orlando Solar Bears had back-to-back home games this past weekend, losing the first and winning the second.

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Orlando Solar Bears Devour South Carolina Stingrays 5-0!

Orlando Solar Bears Devour South Carolina Stingrays 5-0!

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN December 24, 2024Posted inFlorida Sports, Hockey, Orlando Solar Bears
Orlando Solar Bears Captain Tyler Bird
Orlando Solar Bears Captain #7Tyler Bird | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

The Solar Bears make a Christmas meal of the #2 ranked team in the ECHL by gormandizing the South Carolina Stingrays Sunday night (Dec. 22, 2024) at the Orlando KIA Center!

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Orlando Solar Bears vs Jacksonville Icemen

Orlando Solar Bears Lose Another Home Game

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN December 20, 2024Posted inFlorida Sports, Hockey, Orlando Solar Bears
Orlando Solar Bears
Solar Bear #41 Spencer Kersten skates into the Icemen zone | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

Orlando KIA Center – In an exciting but heartbreaking home game the Orlando Solar Bears lost to the Jacksonville Icemen 2-1 in overtime.

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Orlando Solar Bears vs Florida Everblades

Orlando Solar Bears Fall to Florida Everblades 4-1

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN December 14, 2024Posted inFlorida Sports, Hockey, Orlando Solar Bears, Uncategorized
Orlando Solar Bears
“Watch That Stick!”
#29 Jarrett Lee finds himself in a precarious situation | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

Orlando KIA Center – The Orlando Solar Bears lose another home game to the Florida Everblades, 4-1, after coming off the road with a three-game winning streak.

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Orlando Solar Bears

Orlando Solar Bears Get Stung by the Stingrays 5-1

Posted by By TJ Waller, FMN December 4, 2024Posted inFlorida Sports, Hockey, Orlando Solar Bears
Orlando Solar Bears
Orlando Solar Bears Get Stung by the Stingrays 5-1 | Photo: TJ Waller, FMN

Orlando KIA Center- Number two ranked South Carolina Stingrays gave our Orlando Solar Bears quite the stinging Sunday afternoon (Dec.1, 2024) winning 5-1in front of nearly 6000 screaming hockey fans.

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