Photographs, photography and discussions about it
CHRISTMAS (noun) – The only time of year one can sit in front of a dead tree and eat candy from a sock. – unknown I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with the Christmas Holiday, and it’s been tilting toward hate as the season has become more commercial. Christmas gift-giving should follow practical guidelines for…
“The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.” — William Butler Yeats After a personally disappointing November, I’m working to lift my spirits, so most of my posts and photos for the rest of December will be holiday and Christmas-themed. As a personal challenge, I’ll focus on being…
We awoke to a dusting of icy snow on this morning. I didn’t remember any notable snow last winter, and according to recorded weather history, the last time we had even an inch of snow here (Charlotte, NC area) was in January 2022. From the looks and texture, I believe this was a combination of…
Behind our place, in the woods, lies a depression that catches water runoff during heavy rains and for photography, often offers colorful reflections through the trees. It’s wise to photograph this during the colder temperatures of late fall, as during the summer, when there is water present, the mosquitos will make a quick banquet out…
Nightly temperatures well below freezing are forecast for the coming week. Last winter, I had a raised cover over my hillside ferns, intended to be a short-term solution. My longer-term vision is that once the ferns are established, I’ll let them grow freely, only removing any intrusive weeds each year. In addition to the natural…
In a world and year filled with wars, natural disasters, starvation, diseases, political strife, and attacks on human rights, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and focus on the negative. However, I recognize I have much to be grateful for. 🤔 Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate, and for others, may you also have…