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
I’ve been tinkering around of late with some different editing techniques. I’m not really that savvy with programs…and frankly I’d prefer to take pictures mostly and just edit minimally…but it doesn’t hurt to try things, and refine your abilities from time to time. I had this image all over the place it seems. Changing the … Read more
I have some friends who relate to this rapid departure once the snow starts falling. I used to count myself among them…I had no good use for winter, or snow. These days I’m happier just taking what comes and making the best of it. I still don’t like super hot and humid conditions, but most … Read more
Crab apple fruit is not necessarily finger food. I spent some time this fall studying what type of crab apple trees these waxwings tend to frequent. In some cases it was a matter of how ripe the fruit got…the softer the better it seems, but also the size mattered. Too big, and well, you know, … Read more