Sometimes outdoor photographers just put their cameras down in the late fall and winter because the leaves are gone and the landscape appears barren and uninteresting. But I think just the opposite is the case. In winter, you get to see all of the textures and patterns in nature. And it provides a perfect environment to capture some interesting black and white renderings of the world around you. Here are a few images that I’ve taken outdoors this winter (no snow, sorry)…
Chilly, Rainy Day in the Backyard ;-)
Today was a chilly, rainy day here, so I spent some time capturing images of the little creature in the backyard.. Here are a few images for your viewing pleasure! Please enjoy!
Pileated Woodpecker
I’ve posted images of our local pileated woodpeckers on this site before, but the other day I noticed that this particular young lady was really enjoying the food I put out for them. So here are a few images for you to enjoy!! Just click on the image to cycle through the pictures..
Who doesn't love the moon !!!
On November 28, 2020 the moon was about 98% full… But more important, at my location, it was extremely bright and the skies were clear. So, of course, I had to capture this picture. Who doesn’t love the moon?
Vox Serene In The Studio
In July 2020, I had the pleasure of working with Vox Serene in the studio again. We took this opportunity to capture some moody, high-contrast type glamour images. You can see all of the posted images in the Glamour section of this web site (available through the menu). Enjoy!
Smoke... Endless Variety..
If you have never taken the opportunity to capture some images of smoke, you should try it. It is an endless source of amazing shapes, textures, and movement.. Here are a few images that I shot today. Enjoy!
Small guest from outdoors...
Well, it’s the time of year when all the little creatures are out and about. This little guy was hanging out on some flowers brought in from outside. Cute isn’t he?
It's been a while since I posted anything...
Well it’s been a while since I posted anything… This “stay at home” stuff has put quite a lot or pressure on being able to get out and take pictures ;-) But today's photos are a little bit different. As I walked out the front door this afternoon, I found this little guy sitting on the corner of our front porch (searching for a warn spot I'm guessing). So, or course, I went back inside and grabbed a camera to capture these images. And for a while, the little toad put up with my picture taking, then he decided that he liked hiding in the grass better. This particular toad was only about two inches (five centimeters) from head to tail, but he had big eyes ;-). Enjoy the photos...
Light Painting
I’ve been working on my light painting skills lately.. It is one element of creative photography that is difficult to replicate in post processing… Here are a few “still life” images from my initial set. Stay tuned for some additional light painting images!
Soap Bubbles
Yesterday, I spent some time capturing images of soap bubbles - - one of my favorite activities. Soap bubbles provide an endless supply of color and textures to tease the imagination. Here are a few images. Enjoy!
What if we didn't light up the night?
For all of those people who believe that it is the mission of humans to "light up the night" - - can you imagine how beautiful the world would be if all of the man-made lights went off - - just for one night.. This is how I imagine the view from Aruba's North Shore - where you can find many amazing rock formations - would be if we would just turn off the lights ;-) I'm just saying . . .
Visit to Aruba January 2020
One of the attractions for me in Aruba is the arid climate and unique landscapes on the unpopulated part of the island... cactus guiding you to the ocean, shoreline adorned with volcanic rock, and other amazing and interesting scenes..
Iguanas - Aruba 2020
After a few minutes of convincing the Aruba iguanas that we are friends (clean fresh lettuce helps), they are happy to pose for some intimate photos for you!!
Wandering around in the gator swamp 12Nov2019...
There are many attractions in central Florida, but spending a day in the gator swamp is always “interesting.” Here are some images from today’s “wanderings.”
Shoot with Vox Serene
In October 2019, I had the pleasure of shooting with Vox Serene. The shoot included images from outdoors in the Virginia Shenandoah mountains and in the studio. The image below is just one of the great images we made during the shoot. You can find the whole collection, titled “Vox Serene: Exposed,” in the Glamour section of this site. Enjoy!
Gator swamp in Florida..
Looking at this image from a previous visit to Florida, I am really looking forward to our visit to Florida this Fall.. How many gators do you see?
Cannons at Manassas Battlefield Shot with Infrared
Here’s one from my “archives”… Cannons at Manassas Battlefield shot with Infrared.
Black and White Images . . .
i have always had a preference for B&W images.. Here is a B&W image for a Caribbean sunset that appears elsewhere on the web site. Please let us know what you think!
Skyline Drive, Shenandoah National Park - again ;-)
I had the opportunity this last weekend to spend some more time out on Skyline Drive in the Shenandoah National Park. Here are a few of images showing just a little bit of the natural beauty of the park.
Photo shoot with model Ivy Lee
If you haven’t seen the images from our shoot with model Ivy Lee this week, you can check it out in the Glamour section of the site (use the menu to navigate to Glamour). This shoot captured some intimate / boudoir-type images that I think you’ll enjoy (18+ only please). Please leave us feedback if you like what you see!