Steve Koskella has always felt a part of nature. He is an award-winning photographer and has been an Ashland resident for over 30 years. In his occupation as an Environmental Consultant, his company K&C Environmental Services has restored and created stream and wetland habitats both locally and in far flung areas across several States. Since retiring he has satisfied his love of nature by capturing intimate portraits of wild creatures in their natural homes. His photo “Cost of Combat” depicting a tired Desert Bighorn Ram won “Best of Show “ at the annual Anza Borrego Desert Park Photo Contest in 2021.