Mark’s journal of photographic projects, thoughts, and commentary.
One of the first things an eagle will do after they pluck a fish from the water is to double check to make sure they actually got it. The glance down confirms the catch. Next, if the fish is small enough, they’ll immediately transfer the fish from the foot to the mouth…and often it will … Read more
A winter sunset with swans…what could be better? Well OK, maybe more swans but still… One of the good things about Iowa…if we have a mild winter…if certain pools of water remain open or reopen from an early ice up, the Trumpeter Swans seem to find them. And they’ll remain in the area for as … Read more
“Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world’s grief. Do justly, now. Love mercy, now. Walk humbly, now. You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it. ”~ A.W. Streane I think it’s fair to say, I view nature as my escape (as many … Read more
Mourning Doves are not fans of the cold. Most will migrate but some stay around all year. It seems that in most cases, as long as they can find food to eat, you’ll do alright, but you can bet when things get brutally cold, some simply will not make it through. These three might be … Read more
Sometimes it’s more important to look back, rather than ahead. Lest you think I’m getting all philosophical and such, I’m referring to photography. This day had been a rainy one…just dull, overcast, and nothing to brag about. Towards evening though, the clouds started to break up and whenever that happens, sunlight has a chance to … Read more
I have to say, of all the trips I’ve taken to Badlands National Park…this morning would have to stand out as the most memorable. I could point my camera in almost any direction and get something stunning and colorful. I have always called this the valley of the yellow mounds…and you can see why…the sunrise … Read more