Photos
of the 2026 Calendar
"Reflections"
Calendar Cover Photo by
Kelly Sarrico
I am a Yuba-Sutter life-long resident. I have loved photography since I was a teenager, but did not start taking it seriously until I was in my late 40’s. Portrait photography has been my passion, however I have found a love for landscape as well.
"Sunset in the Buttes"
January Calendar Photo by Brendan Kolb
Brendan Kolb is a 16-year-old photographer, musician, and Christian who is currently a junior at CORE Charter School. He’s passionate about capturing the beauty of God’s creation, especially in the natural landscapes surrounding him.
"Mirror Image"
February Calendar Photo by Kathy Gelber Triolo
As a Nevada City photographer, Kathy loves driving into the valley from the foothills hoping to take a photo of a bird or animal that she hasn’t captured in camera before. Kathy is a past President of Nevada County Camera Club and currently on the board of Professional Photographers of Sacramento Valley.
"The Bridge"
March Calendar Photo by by Christian Moreno
“My name is Christian, and I grew up in Yuba City, California. As a child, I loved driving through the Buttes and watching the stunning sunsets. Seeing the Buttes in the distance always told me I was close to home.”
"Sea of Lupine"
April Calendar Photo by Meghan Worrell
Meghan Worrell is a local from Marysville, California, who has many miles under her feet. She spends most of her free time investing in the outdoors: being physically and mentally present with the world makes her feel alive. She is a BUG (Back Up Guide) for Middle Mountain Interpretive Hikes, where most of her Sutter Buttes photography is taken.
"SAR Arc Over the Sutter Buttes"
May Calendar Photo by Kevin C. Lee
Kevin is an avid photographer and especially enjoys wildlife opportunities and astrophotography. He shoots with a Sony mirrorless body and various focal length lenses.
"Motion"
June Calendar Photo by Bridgett Locken
“As a wildlife photographer, I have a deep passion for capturing the beauty and majesty of the natural world. I create images that showcase the incredible diversity of nature and hope they inspire others to become more connected. I strive to highlight the beauty, power, and relationships between animals and their environments through my lens.”
"Dreamy Field
July Calendar Photo by
Kyoko Apperson
Kyoko Apperson has been doing photography since 2013. Kyoko’s photographic passion lies in landscape photography and fine art photography. She is a wife to a wonderful husband and mother to 4 beautiful children.
"Glory of the Buttes"
August Calendar Photo by Daniel Adrian
Daniel Adrian is a senior at Core Charter High School and loves drone photography.
"Buttes from the Sacramento River"
September Calendar Photo by Hugh Smith
“I grew up exploring tide pools with my marine biologist mother, sparking a love for nature’s tiny wonders. After a memorable mushroom hunt in Fort Bragg, I was inspired to photograph fungi across Northern California. I now carry my camera everywhere – There’s a hidden world out there waiting to be discovered.”
"The Mist"
October Calendar Photo by Leah Hutton
Leah Hutton is a sophomore at CORE Charter High School and a second-year digital photography student. A lifelong dancer, she currently trains at In-Step School of Dance and hopes to combine her passions through dance photography. Leah also enjoys hiking, camping, and capturing nature through her lens.
"Tundra Swan in Motion"
November Calendar Photo by Rob Lowe
“Winter is my favorite season around the Sutter Buttes. The rice fields are flooded, the migratory birds are arriving, and sunsets can be spectacular with a broad range of colors from sublime pastels to fiery reds and oranges.”
"Mountain Mist"
December Calendar Photo by Emmanuel Madrid
“My name is Emmanuel Madrid, but my artistic name is Emrrado. I am originally from Columbia, but I moved to California in 2016. Photography is a big passion of mine, and I love to explore the world around me. I take my camera everywhere, especially here in California, where there is beauty everywhere.”
"Glowering Clouds"
January 2027 Calendar Photo by Melanie Truan
“Photography enables me to combine my passion for art with my love of nature and commitment to conservation. The Sutter Buttes landscape is one of my favorite subjects because it is ever-changing and affords different views from every angle.”
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