Sunset Geese
“Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Journal
Mark’s journal of photographic projects, thoughts, and commentary.
Mallard Hen Reflections
Have you seen a duck gliding smoothly on water? Does it ever look like it is paddling furiously underneath the surface? I don’t have to show that I am working very hard. – Salman Khan
Breakfast Run – Bald Eagle
It’s been some slim pickings of late as far as eagles go. It’s just been too warm in the upper midwest. Reports are that this might be changing soon, after all, we hardly ever see a warmish January. It’s not that I really love cold weather, it’s just what that weather does for the bird … Read more
Dead End – Badlands National Park
I live on a one-way street that’s also a dead end. I’m not sure how I got there. – Steven Wright
Backyard Birds – Mourning Dove
The dove is an underrated beauty. A peaceful, tranquil bird of the backyard, it would seem they wouldn’t get too many people excited about their presence, but I find them a true joy to watch. Their soft, drawn-out calls sound like laments and when taking off, their wings make a sharp whistling or whinnying. How cool … Read more
Pine Creek Grist Mill – Black & White
This old mill has stood the test of time with a little help from some friends. It’s been restored and is in terrific shape. I need to shoot more here because it’s just a great subject and a beautiful area…in winter it’s nice to have a little snow…in summer, the greenery is amazing, and well, … Read more