And so it was that the New Year came in with a whisper for me. The past two years have been a bit of a whirlwind for me, and Father time has been working against me. As time passes, I realize that there are so many things […]
Night photography is starting to intrigue me and even more, finding the elusive Milky Way along the eastern seaboard of North America. I’ve had two opportunities recently to get away from the bright city lights. First in the lowcountry of South Carolina, and most recently in the Shenandoah […]
Finding the artist within oneself many times is very difficult. Finding inspiration and learning the techniques of the art benefit from learning from others that have walked the path before you. Thus, this past week my inner artist has been challenged by two lovely and very talented photographers. […]
It was nearly five years ago when I began this blog “Hoofbeats and Footprints.” A dear friend of mine had passed away, but she had written a blog about her life in Sweden and the love of family. Her family printed the blog into a small book and […]
The Maryland heat this week has been quite the bear. Growing up in Florida, this was regular every day heat, but after being in the north for some time I’ve gotten used to a cooler climate. I’ve spent some time in the woods with lush ferns and verdant […]
This beautiful capture of a Ruby Throated Hummingbird actually came with much effort. First, enlist a friend that has both the equipment and the know how to set up a flash station to capture said hummingbird. Mega flash with the Einstein 640WS light control by Paul C. Buff […]
It doesn’t matter our age, but learning is a life-long pursuit. Whether we are human or part of the natural world, learning is essential for our survival. With awareness, we can pursue learning to improve and enhance our lives. It keeps us alive, it keeps us young, it […]
It’s springtime and the beautiful blossoms have been beckoning me to enjoy them at Hillwood Museum, Gardens & Estate in Washington D.c. A stunning estate with immaculately maintained gardens that continue to mesmerize. It’s one of my favorite places to visit in springtime. A garden of eden in […]
A bit of fussing was par for the course to create the image above. Whenever I visit the Maryland Zoo, one of my first stops is to visit their Polar bears. Each time I’ve gone, they’ve been sound asleep hidden behind a rock or a log. But on […]
While in Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, I had a photograph in mind that I was hoping to capture. A beautiful waterfall in its autumn glory with silken water and golden waves of leaves winding within the water. Perhaps you know of the images that I seek. Just […]
