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A Standout
January 25, 2023 - This is just the beginning of this year's color show put on by "Mother Nature". You really need to take time to enjoy th...
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Dreamy
November 17, 2022 - Out driving around the area looking for bursts of fall colors when I found this narrow stream of water cascading over so...
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High Noon
November 16, 2022 - The various stages of nature all in one capture - - from green growth to the end stage. It's all here to see; you just n...
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Setting Sun
November 11, 2022 - After exploring the local area for fall colors, I returned home to one of the best scenes of the day on the other side o...
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Inner Peace
November 09, 2022 - A closer look at my "go to" spot when I need to decompress and forget about everything going on around me.
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Serenity
November 07, 2022 - My favorite place and my favorite time of year to reconnect with nature and let the world pass me by.
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Transformation
November 04, 2022 - One of the key things this Japanese Red Bridge, named "Guzei" represents is transformation. Very appropriate in this cas...
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Touch of Color
November 01, 2022 - Another one of the many small lakes in our neighborhood showing a touch of color in early autumn. Definitely will return...
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Early Color
October 28, 2022 - A pretty sight from across the lake. It may be beautiful to look at, but it is not something you want to touch or bring...
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Frosty Morn
October 26, 2022 - Late morning with the sun up, the air still is chilly and the mist rises off the lake. It's early fall, the leaves are b...
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Breaking Light
October 24, 2022 - Shortly after sunrise with frost on the rooftops signals the real start of fall, color change and windy days.
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Mid-day Reflections
October 21, 2022 - When the sun shines, the air is crisp but not cold, the leaves are rapidly showing off their colors before the trees tak...
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Anastasia Formation
October 10, 2022 - Standing close to the edge - - maybe 10-15 feet back - - when an incoming wave hit a limestone outcropping just to the r...
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Blowing Rocks
October 10, 2022 - This preserve gets its name from what the waves do when then encounter the rocks especially at high tide during rough se...
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Wave Worn
October 07, 2022 - Blowing rocks overall is a one mile stretch of beach on Jupiter Island Florida that is about as natural a place as you c...
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Blowing Rocks
October 05, 2022 - Blowing Rocks Preserve really is unique. Whereas almost all Florida east coast beaches are miles of sandy beaches, Blowi...
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New Friend
June 27, 2022 - Wandering around the city of Funchal trying to take in as many sights as we could in our one day stop here, we encounter...
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Drying the Catch
June 24, 2022 - Obviously living on an island surrounded by the Atlantic makes fishing a major enterprise for the residents. This was la...
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The Port of Funchal
June 22, 2022 - The island of Madeira had a population of slightly over 100, 000 at the time we were there some 20+ years ago. When in t...
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Welcome Ashore
June 20, 2022 - A week of cruising aboard the new, luxurious Nieuw Amsterdam, we were very excited to get our feet on terra firms again.
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Home way From Home
June 17, 2022 - After seven days at sea crossing the Atlantic aboard Holland America's new Nieuw Amsterdam, we arrived at our first port...
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Shadows
April 06, 2022 - Water lilies belong to the Nymphaeaceae family of plant. They live as rhizomatous aquatic herbs. That's probably more in...
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Nature's Serenity
March 28, 2022 - Another serene spot beside a slow flowing, lazy river. Perfect for clearing the mind and reducing stress. Not only that,...
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Big Sky Country
March 26, 2022 - Driving through Glacier National Park was exhilarating. The scenery was breathtaking and the photo opportunities were at...
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The Morning After
February 27, 2022 - After three days of wind and rain the sun broke out for a couple of hours in the early morning. I couldn't wait to get o...
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Reflections
February 18, 2022 - These water lilies can be found in temperate and tropical climates around the world. They grow in ponds, canals and slow...
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In the Garden
February 17, 2022 - Whenever I find a quiet spot with flowing water, I let the stress go with the flow. It is a magical feeling.
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Who Knows Where
February 16, 2022 - Along the side of one of the many trails in Mckee Botanical Gardens while exploring for waterlilies. It is a bit early f...
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Entering the Gardens
February 07, 2022 - Entering the local botanical gardens to see what lies ahead. There are a variety of trails and ponds. It also hosts the...
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Wild Orchids
February 01, 2022 - Epiphytes are a fascinating group of plants, which include many species from the bromeliad family and the orchid family.
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Goin' Fishing
January 31, 2022 - For the sake of this fisherman, hopefully the clouds on the horizon are the aftermath of the passing storm last night an...
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Changing Conditions
January 25, 2022 - It was overcast, and pretty windy with temperatures in the mid-50's, While a bit chilly, Schatzi and I enjoyed our morni...
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Morning Breaks
January 14, 2022 - Off to the beach to watch the birds, the waves, the treasure seekers, the fishermen and,of course, the sun bathers.
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The Way It Was
January 13, 2022 - After continuing to go deeper into the area, I must admit, I gave up after the first two dozen mosquito bites.
That doe...
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Back in Time
January 12, 2022 - Heading into a new area to explore an relatively untouched area. Looks like a totally unspoiled, untouched area. Wonder...
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Going Deeper
January 11, 2022 - Continuing along the trail while checking for creepy crawly things on the ground. It sure is silent. Not even a bird sin...
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Deep in Nature
January 10, 2022 - The sound of silence is "deafening". About the only thing stirring are the dragonflies and there seem to be hundreds fly...
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Sneak Peak
January 07, 2022 - Another day, another boardwalk. Only this time, I know there I am headed. It's a beach exploration to check out the surr...
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Unknown Path
January 06, 2022 - Following the Florida nature trails with absolutely no idea of what may be around the next bend. Mysterious and full of...
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Daybreak
January 05, 2022 - Just after sunrise on a rare overcast morning. Here I don't consider it dark and gloomy, but an opportunity to capture a...
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To the Beach
December 31, 2021 - Another early morning adventure on the beach. Schatzi already understands what lies ahead and is getting ready for her "...
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Before Sunrise
December 29, 2021 - Sneaked away a little earlier this morning while my ladies were soundly sleeping. Most days have had no cloud coverage s...
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Busy Bee
December 14, 2021 - And the work goes on throughout the year down here.
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Rise and Shine
December 13, 2021 - A great example of the golden hour when the sun spotlights a perfect hibiscus bloom.
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Raindrops Keeps Falling
December 10, 2021 - As the day was breaking, there was a brief break between the rain showers. Couldn't resit the opportunity to capture the...
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Bouganvillea
December 09, 2021 - The "flowers" of the Bougainvillea, are actually modified leaves, called bracts, that are long-lasting and bright. Like...
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Falling Leaves
November 22, 2021 - And here we are again. The wind has started, the rains are coming in and the leaves are falling down all around us. Look...
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Country Roads 3
November 20, 2021 - Cresting this hill brought us another beautiful scene. This time there was no traffic in either direction so I could spe...
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Country Roads 2
November 16, 2021 - Another back road and another beautiful encounter with the world around us.
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Country Roads 1
November 12, 2021 - The beginning of our Sunday afternoon adventure exploring the local are to take in the beauty of the season surrounding...
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Fall Colors
November 11, 2021 - When the sun breaks through the overhead branches the fall colors really glow. Nature's pallet is amazing.
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Autumn in Michigan
November 10, 2021 - Before the wind and the rain rolled in and pretty much stripped the trees, we had the opportunity to cruise around and t...
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Start of Color
November 09, 2021 - This is where it begins. I watch the colors begin to change at home, and then begin exploring the back roads and the loc...
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Lazy River
November 02, 2021 - Found a break between the rainstorms to get out surrounded by my favorite things in life - - my wife, my dog and my came...
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Early Autumn
October 21, 2021 - The air has begun to get chilly early morning, the leaves have begun to display their colors and the birds are congregat...
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Nature's Palette
October 14, 2021 - When the colors begin to peak in Michigan, the scenery gets better at every turn.
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River Runs Through
October 13, 2021 - Early fall in along the Huron River in Ann Arbor Michigan.
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Over the Edge
October 12, 2021 - Standing at the edge of Taquamenon Falls listening to the water roar. Recent rains added to the rapid flow of the water...
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The Rapids
October 11, 2021 - The river was running quickly as a result of recent rains making the rapids much more dramatic.
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Standing Tall
October 07, 2021 - Even though I got a little wet trying to capture the best angle to isolate these blooms from those surrounding them, I w...
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Mirror Image
October 01, 2021 - Sometimes there are opportunities to move around and get a perspective that shows off the true beauty of nature's creati...
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Up & Coming
September 28, 2021 - Waterlilies always present interesting photo opportunities to me. This time the sun wa just right to capture the highlig...
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Daybreak on the Atlantic
September 27, 2021 - Early morning with the ocean so calm it almost looks like a big lake. Looking at the clouds building on the horizon this...
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Returning Home
September 24, 2021 - After a long day of offshore fishing, this crew is returning home just before dark.
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Windswept
September 21, 2021 - Every evening brings a delightful natural painting. Great way to relax with the last espresso of the day and watch the s...
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Wind & Waves
September 20, 2021 - The wind was blowing onshore, the birds were heading for safer ground and the waves were kicking up. Nevertheless, I too...
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End of Day
September 15, 2021 - This particular evening the sunset was almost like fire in the sky. What blessing to be able to observe this view every...
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Pollinator
September 09, 2021 - So glad to have planted several butterfly bushes earlier this year. They have been blooming for months and they attract,...
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Spreading the Pollen
September 08, 2021 - This swallowtail was very actively spreading pollen from one flower to the next on our butterfly bushes. Not only do the...
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High Noon
September 07, 2021 - In the shade of the towering cottonwood trees, the sun broke through the branches and cast its light on one particular w...
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Not Just for Bees
September 03, 2021 - The bee balm plants are not only attracting the bees (no big surprise), but they also are attracting hummingbirds, monar...
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Bee Balm & Bee
September 02, 2021 - The bee balm that was transplanted from our deck last year to the lower level has taken hold and has started flowering....
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Refreshed
August 31, 2021 - These day lilies welcomed seemed to be refreshed by the early morning rain.
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Milkweed & Monarch
August 30, 2021 - The monarch butterflies have been very active recently flitting from one milkweed plant to another. Hopefully this will...
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Raindrops on My Bloom
August 24, 2021 - I already was pretty wet from getting caught in a rainstorm at the Detroit Zoo. Figured I couldn't get much wetter so st...
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Evening Glow
August 23, 2021 - As the sun sets in the sky, its fading rays cast light on the garden flowers. It was like kissing them goodnight.
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A Standout
August 18, 2021 - While letting the world pass me by in the Japanese Garden at Cranbrook, my attention was drawn to this flowering bush. I...
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Peace and Quiet
August 13, 2021 - A beautiful spring day in the gardens at Cranbrook. Great location to sit back and let the world pass you by.
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Serenity
August 09, 2021 - Back at Cranbrook Gardens for another day of testing new camera gear. The sun was overhead and it was bright, so it was...
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Multi-Colored
August 05, 2021 - Spring break for me is grabbing the camera, finding an uncrowded place with water and following wherever the path leads.
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Reflections
July 30, 2021 - Another great spring day with just the right amount of clouds and sun to provide great reflections in the calm water bel...
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Mysterious
July 28, 2021 - When the sky is filled with smoke and fog in the early morning it makes for a very different sunrise. The air felt humid...
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Buddleia Davididii
July 21, 2021 - This bush, sometimes referred to as "summer lilac, is more appropriately referred to as the "butterfly bush". Ours have...
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Smoky Sunrise
July 20, 2021 - With prevailing westerly winds, smoke from the wildfires out west has combined with the haze from our hot, humid air and...
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Melting Glacier
July 13, 2021 - Another pristine setting in Alberta Canada within Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies.
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Summertime in Alaska
July 09, 2021 - After spending a few hours on the water, in the rain of course, watching them pull the Alaska King Crab traps, we couldn...
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Purple Dream
July 08, 2021 - I always enjoy the variety of shapes, sizes and colors the waterlily blossoms
present. Just for fun, I tried some selec...
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Reaching Out
July 07, 2021 - Like me, this hibiscus blossom is looking for the sun.
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Golden Moment
July 06, 2021 - I always look forward to sunrise and watching the sun break the horizon on this this particular day was amazing. In addi...
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Morning Dew
June 29, 2021 - Early morning on Pawleys Island, South Carolina just walking around in the serene settings of Brookegreen Gardens enjoyi...
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Deep Forest
June 28, 2021 - Once again meandering around in the woods, only this time in Alaska, and once again caught in the rain. This was my firs...
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Moving On
June 25, 2021 - Looking off into the distance wondering where the tracks might take me. Fortunately no trains were coming from behind....
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Still Standing
June 23, 2021 - Driving around Genesee and Owosso counties in Michigan provides an interesting cross section of old barns. Standing ther...
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Guzei
May 21, 2021 - This is the iconic Japanese red Bridge or Guzei. "Red" is an important color in the Japanese culture as it represents wi...
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Touch of Japan
May 20, 2021 - Reminds me of my time in Japan. Well tended gardens, softly flowing water and stonework placed to provide peace and tran...
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Peace and Quiet
May 19, 2021 - When you take time to pause and actually see your surroundings, it is amazing what you find. This scene was so full of n...
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A Place To Reconnect
May 18, 2021 - It was a chilly and windy, and mostly cloudy day, but the sun peaked out once in a while. Under any conditions, this is...
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Sunset Ablaze
May 05, 2021 - As hungry as we may have been, who could resist one more stop on the way back to the hotel to capture this scene. The su...
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Yoho National Park
March 29, 2021 - Yoho National Park is located in the Canadian Rockies along the western slope of the Continental Divide. The Cree Indian...
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En Route to Banff
March 27, 2021 - The mountain views, the rivers and the lakes all combine to provide a continuing, unending series of spectacular views a...
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En Route to Alberta
March 25, 2021 - As we continue to wend our way through Waterton Lakes National Park, we continually stop to take in the beauty of the un...
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Hiking Anyone?
March 23, 2021 - It took a bit of effort to capture this shot. Had to leave the car alongside the road and do a bit of hiking to find an...
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A Standout
March 21, 2021 - Another spectacular view, and certainly different, showing the unusual geology in Waterton Lakes National Park.
The p...
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Unchanged
March 19, 2021 - Coming out of Glacier National Park and heading north across the border into Canada, we immediately entered Waterton Lak...
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Reflecting on Nature
March 11, 2021 - The Canadian Rockies provide an endless palette of untouched nature at every turn. It is like being in Mother Nature's w...
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River Runs Through
March 09, 2021 - After driving through Glacier National Park we continued on our way through the Canadian Rockies where the countless bea...
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Mountain Reflections
March 07, 2021 - Another leisurely ride in the Canadian Rockies creating memories of the natural beauty surrounding us.
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Twin Peaks
March 05, 2021 - In the area surrounding Banff, there are amazing vistas in every direction. The air is fresh, the water is clean and nat...
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Clean & Green
March 04, 2021 - Spending some relaxing time driving around the Banff area in the Canadian Rockies enjoying the clean area and the magnif...
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Tic Tac Toe
March 03, 2021 - While enjoying the beautiful fall day, when I cam across this scene, I couldn't help thinking back to the days when we p...
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Wintery Day
February 28, 2021 - Must admit that winter is not my favorite time of year, but morning's like this out in nature make it far more bearable.
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Fall Colors -4
February 25, 2021 - A week or so before peak color in our area. Seemed like it was calling out to be photographed.
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Fall Colors -1
January 26, 2021 - Continuing to explore the neighboring less traveled roads in our area.
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Autumn Leaves
January 25, 2021 - Driving around exploring the backroads in the local area in the fall season brings some unexpected views.
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Solitude
January 21, 2021 - Moving out from Banff, Alberta to explore the area beyond Lake Louise, we encountered one majestic, pristine setting aft...
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Almost Gone
January 17, 2021 - Out walking with Schatzi, when I saw the few remaining patches of snow after the storm earlier in the day. Couldn't resi...
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Disappearing Act
January 15, 2021 - After a few hours even the small patches of snow on the evergreens began to melt and the photo opportunities began to di...
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Snow Patterns
January 11, 2021 - When we are fortunate enough to get a wet snow that clings to everything in sight and when you take the time to actually...
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My View of Winter
January 10, 2021 - While not my favorite time of year, I must admit there are days when the scenery is magical.
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Winter Wonderland -3
January 07, 2021 - Almost surreal this morning. That is, until I stepped out with the camera and the cold air hit me in the face. Don't kno...
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Winter Wonderland - 2
January 06, 2021 - No matter which way I venture, the scenery was breathtaking after the overnight snowfall. The temperature may have added...
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Winter Wonderland -1
January 05, 2021 - Woke up this morning and much to my surprise it was a sight to behold. It was a heavy, wet snow that hung onto everythin...
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Protecting the City
January 04, 2021 - A monumental and impressive fortress. This is the Fort of St. Lawrence which lies outside the city walls at the western...
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Morning Light
December 28, 2020 - Watching the Sunkist the mountain tops in the Canadian Rockies near Moraine Lake early in the morning. Must admit it was...
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The Hospital
December 16, 2020 - I still don't know if a prisoner was considered lucky enough to get to the hospital, get shackled to these rails and sur...
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Downtown
December 14, 2020 - Took a walk on top of the wall surrounding/protecting the beautifully preserved city of Dubrovnik, Croatia. Building are...
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En Route to Banff
December 09, 2020 - Having visited Glacier National Park, we kept following the road to the Canadian Rockies. The views were pristine and br...
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The Tridge
December 07, 2020 - The Tridge is located in Chippewassee Park, in MIdland, MI.
The “Tridge”, opened in 1981. It is a three-legged wooden...
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Cruising at Dawn
November 09, 2020 - On the bow, espresso in one hand and camera in the other. Seriously, I had to set down my espresso and hold the camera w...
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Breath of Fresh Air
October 27, 2020 - Continuing along the road from Glacier National Park through the Canadian Rockies we found that driving more than 5 minu...
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Emerald Lake
October 08, 2020 - Yoho National Park is another magnificent unspoiled area in Canada located in southeastern British Colombia. It is in an...
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Safe Harbor
September 28, 2020 - A tranquil and beautiful harbor in the lesser Antilles well known for providing safe harbor for the sailors. While there...
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Reflecting on Nature
September 03, 2020 - This park contains a vast variety of topography and ecosystems. It is a combination of farmland, rolling hills and fores...
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Crossing the Bridge
August 24, 2020 - Japanese gardens are known as a place to go for meditation and self reflection. The essence of a Japanese bridge is that...
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Mendenhall Glacier
August 13, 2020 - The first time I visited Alaska, I flew into Anchorage, rented a car, loaded my fishing gear and wet a line at every tur...
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Driftwood Beach
August 06, 2020 - Georgia boasts four barrier islands called the Golden Isles, one of which is Jeckyll Island. You can find this idyllic s...
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Golden Glow
August 03, 2020 - I arrived at the edge of Moraine Lake before sunrise to make sure I was set up to catch the sun as it kissed the peaks o...
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Cascade Ponds
July 20, 2020 - The Cascade Ponds are located very near the town of Banff in Alberta Canada.
The town of Banff covers about 2.5 square...
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From Above
April 26, 2020 - Early morning taking in the peacefulness and beauty of the Blue Ridge mountains from about 3500 feet above sea level (an...
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Mother Nature's Revenge
April 18, 2020 - An abandoned fishing village in Tickle Bay just outside of Bonavista, Newfoundland, Canada shows what happens over time...
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Super Worm Moon
March 11, 2020 - The Worm Moon happens every March and it is always the last full moon before the 1st day of spring. Around this time of...
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Offshore Storm
January 02, 2020 - I had just arrived and just finished unloading when this storm began approaching. It was ominous and it was fast approac...
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Autumn Arrives
November 19, 2019 - About 40 miles from home checking the color change. Timing was premature for peak color, but the calm waters and interes...
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Abandoned
November 04, 2019 - Driving from a morning of whale photography to the cliffs to photograph birds, we briefly stopped at this overlook to ta...
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Alaskan Glacier
September 06, 2019 - From seven years ago.
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Mountain Majesty
September 03, 2019 - From our driving adventure through Glacier National Park into the Canadian Rockies.
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Courthouse
August 27, 2019 - While meandering around Geauga County, Ohio, we stopped in the small town of Chardon. The business district is on the Na...
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Downtown Burton
August 23, 2019 - While relaxing at the local coffee shop in downtown Burton Ohio, I couldn't resist photographing this old time hardware...
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Century Village
August 20, 2019 - Next door to the B & B where we stayed in Burton, Ohio for a couple of nights was a small restored village showing the w...
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Amish Country
August 19, 2019 - On a two day getaway, we stayed at an Amish B & B in Burton, Ohio. It was picturesque, quiet and relaxing to say the lea...
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Smoky Sunrise
August 16, 2019 - I just entered this photo on my new site at FanArtReview.
By the end of this month, this will become my go to site.
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Closer and Closer
August 12, 2019 - A simple budding iris in the morning light just at daybreak.
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Nelson Ledges - 3
August 08, 2019 - Just when you think you've seen all the natural beauty a small park has to offer, something else appears around the bend...
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Nelson Ledges - 2
August 07, 2019 - One of the easier paths we encountered while climbing around Nelson Ledges. Hauling the photo gear while hiking made for...
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Nelson Ledges -1
August 07, 2019 - Nelson-Kennedy Ledges is a small park of about 150+ acres. It may be small, but it provides a thrilling experience to vi...
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Break of Day
August 06, 2019 - A few years ago, after traveling through Idaho, Montana, and Glacier National Park, we settled in Banff, Alberta for a c...
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The Wind Did It
July 09, 2019 - Found out from the owner of the property that this 150 year old barn was going "strong" (not my words), until 6 months a...
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Rocky
July 05, 2019 - Couldn't resist the rock pattern of one wall in an old barn that was in the process of falling down. My best guess is th...
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Almost There
July 03, 2019 - The rains have stopped and the flowers are looking for a bit of sun to make their appearance.
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Iridaceae Family
July 02, 2019 - One of the 250=300 species of flowering plants with very showy flowers, these irises get there name from a Greek goddess...
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Getting Ready
June 28, 2019 - The barn may be old, but the tractor was ready to get started for the season. It snowed a little a few days later, so I'...
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Caved In
June 25, 2019 - I don't know when the roof on this old barn caved in, but we've had a lot of strong winds this past winter to help it al...
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What's Behind The Red Door?
June 24, 2019 - After trying to photograph from the road, I got permission to explore the property up close. Have to get back as there w...
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Contrasting Shapes & Colors
June 21, 2019 - There was so much going on at this one site, we were fortunate that the owner allowed us to wander with our cameras. Not...
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Far Afield
June 20, 2019 - A beautiful day for a ride out in the countryside. The clouds and sun cooperated to help provide a perfect setting for p...
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Japanese Iris
June 18, 2019 - In the middle ages, the meaning of irises got linked to the French Monarchy. Later on, the iris became the national symb...
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Patchwork
June 12, 2019 - A real juxtaposition of the old and the new -- materials that is.
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Sacred Ground
June 06, 2019 - The Cemetery in Normandy France where many of our troops are at rest. The property here belongs to and is maintained by...
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Aging Nicely
May 29, 2019 - The wind and the rain do their work and create art over time. Mother Nature is a great artist.
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Too Close for Comfort
May 17, 2019 - As we were exploring a new area looking for farms, barns and other interesting landscape, we came across this old house...
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Nature's Handywork
May 14, 2019 - Do you see what I see? All done by nature -- a rising 'gator!
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The Weathered Look
May 06, 2019 - This was one of my first captures of the day. Weather conditions were near perfect, just a bit windy and there were barn...
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Holding Up
April 26, 2019 - I stood there for a while looking at this old house trying to imagine who may have lived there and what life was like. I...
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Succumbed to the Wind
April 25, 2019 - The owner told me that this barn was 150 years old and had been moved from the "back 40" acres a long time ago. The roof...
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On the Hill
April 23, 2019 - From the road, this barn looked fairly sturdy and interesting. The closer I got, the more I realized that one of the sil...
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Silhouette
April 18, 2019 - If the vines, etc. were gone, I believe this would soon become the "Humpty Dumpty" barn. Only, in this case, the barn wo...
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Almost Gone
April 17, 2019 - The wind, the weather and time have created this work of art. What a history there must be here.
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On the Horizon
April 16, 2019 - Took a short break between photographing old barns to relax and take in the scenery. These two trees presented a great v...
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End of the Road
April 12, 2019 - Once we got out in the country the photo opportunities just kept coming. It was like finding treasure. In fact, we only...
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Side by Side
April 11, 2019 - Once in a while while out exploring, you find something that's like a gold strike for a photographer. This was the way m...
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Grown Over
April 08, 2019 - Another classic "sculpture" made by nature and time.
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See Through
April 04, 2019 - Driving around Oakland Township, less than an hour from home, looking for something of interest to photograph. This is j...
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Approaching Tobago
March 13, 2019 - Scarborough is the largest city and capital of the Island of Tobago. It is on the southern coast of the island of Tobago...
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Isolated
March 05, 2019 - Not much growing, or even moving this time of year, but a great location to try out my new Sigma 14-24mm wide angle lens...
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Weathered
February 21, 2019 - Who knows. Maybe the barn wood is worth more than the land with a vacant barn. It made for a good trial with a new lens...
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Snow Moon
February 19, 2019 - It's clear, it's crisp and it is a great opportunity to capture this beautiful full snow moon.
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Beauty in Rust
February 13, 2019 - I wanted a new challenge rather than staying home just because it's windy and freezing. One of my first shots with a new...
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Perfect Match
February 11, 2019 - When an incoming storm makes for an ominous setting. Couldn't resist the black & White conversion of this old barn.
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Storm Brewing
February 07, 2019 - Taking on a new challenge in terms of subject matter and the weather. The temperature was right at freezing, but then, o...
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Tickle Bay Sunset
January 16, 2019 - Summer evening not too far from Bonavista, Newfoundland late July 2018.
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Beached
January 09, 2019 - Almost could be described as a big city along the Amazon after visiting villages with less than 100 people.
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Rocky Coastline
January 04, 2019 - Driving the eastern seaboard of Newfoundland in August 2018.
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