Taking photos at clever angles can be deceiving and can offer interesting perspective. I was standing at the bottom of a boulder when I took this photo at Eisenhower State Park. The boulder wasn’t that huge but from the photo … Continue reading A Fresh Perspective of Eisenhower State Park
I have followed some very talented photographers on Instagram that photograph bugs and insects. I have no idea how they do it. Inspired by their talent, I decided it was time to take my insect photography to a new level. … Continue reading Crossing the threshold
Today’s very unusual tripod challenge: photograph fireflies. My friend and I have discovered a spot where fireflies are plentiful… if you get there at just the right hour. We got there with our equipment at the wrong hour. There were … Continue reading Firefly!
I planned on featuring something pleasant that would appeal to most tastes but these spider / fly photos caught my attention. They were taken last year in my backyard. I don’t remember taking the photos – except I do recognize … Continue reading Unusual Taste
I recently visited the Johnson Branch Unit of Ray Roberts Lake State Park. Here are some highlights. The wildflowers were plentiful. Times like this I wish I had a tripod with me but I’m sure by the time I set … Continue reading Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Johnson Branch Unit
My themes are all over the board and it’s getting worse as I develop new interests. I like delicate lace embroidery, creepy ventriloquist’s dolls, insects, lost shoes and everything in between. How to pick a theme for a photography blog? … Continue reading Creepy & Pretty
Harriet enjoys spending time on a passion flower vine swing in the garden. Harriet believes in multi-functional fashion. Today she is wearing an “antique” beaded sash she found in an old jewelry box. The sash can be used as a … Continue reading Meet Harriet, an outdoor adventurer.
Of the almost 300 photos I took today and the additional 300 from yesterday, I decided the best photo to feature was this ant. Now the question is why? I didn’t plan on photographing a dead ant. In fact, I … Continue reading Of all the photos from today I chose this one…
I had to get down on my knees to get this shot. Passersby included joggers, walkers and bicyclists—and there were many. Now that winter is behind us—everyone is eager to be outdoors. I think all of Plano was at this … Continue reading A zoomed in and cropped image of a dandelion
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