The enduring rocks along a river can be an interesting study in themselves, especially when in the grip of sub-freezing temperatures — worn smooth by ages of water and grit, coated and capped in ice, revealing tints/colors ranging from deep gold to rich purple and displaying a richness which might be unexpected at first glance.
They’re [...]
As I continue this journey with photography I’ve come to identify certain objects or compositions which have a strong natural appeal for me–a path fading off into the distance, an empty bench in the midst of nature and the view over an arched footbridge. I will like most compositions featuring these things.
I may need to [...]
River Rocky (South Yadkin River, North Carolina)
Sometimes with post-processing I tend to push a little beyond normal, whatever that is, getting surreal or strange results. The finished product is not so much planned as accidental–justified in my mind as creative art. Yea, for many I couldn’t duplicate the process.
But that’s okay, because sometimes the process [...]
My mornings usually start with a cup of coffee while sitting in front of my computer to scan all the unread items accumulated in my feed reader overnight.
Often, I’ll only scan titles to see if there’s been any revelation during the night I’d be interested in–with 300+ feeds I don’t even pretend to keep [...]
Watch your Step – Ice along a sloping rock river bank.
“Beauty, like ice, our footing does betray; Who can tread sure on the smooth, slippery way: Pleased with the surface, we glide swiftly on, And see the dangers that we cannot shun.†– John Dryden