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Sand Patterns

Sand Patterns

I have such a large body of undeveloped work that it seems inevitable whenever I am searching for something specific, I stumble upon photographs just sitting around for their turn in line. Unfortunately, I tend to not do this in a very orderly way, such as by date. I...

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intersections

intersections

Just before a huge snowstorm hit us yesterday, I was able to spend some time in my yard trying to exercise my seeing. Like any other exercise, 'seeing' photographs requires poking those brain cells to keep them active. I haven't spent much time photographing since the...

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Ice Globules on the Clinton River

Ice Globules on the Clinton River

I find that when I am out photographing, there are certain things that tend to catch my eye. Ice globules or ice globs are one of them. I haven't had much success in photographing them though. They may catch my eye, but they always seem just out of reach. Ice Globules...

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2016 – A year of leaves, stone, and ice

2016 – A year of leaves, stone, and ice

This is my 10th collection highlighting some images from the past year.   For as fast as time seems to pass, looking back on 10 years of favorites seems to bring up a lot of moments that seem so, so long ago.  This 10th set carries some simple themes that I visit...

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Hell’s Canyon Petrified Wood

Hell’s Canyon Petrified Wood

Every so often when researching some of the unique stones I have been photographing, I come across some interesting stories.  Usually, it is after the fact because I usually search by what visually attracts me versus anything else.   Also, it is usually after the fact...

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I Spy

I Spy

It has been a while since I became very excited about seeing potential in some new stone specimens.   In the past couple of weeks, I have acquired some new and interesting material.   I have acquired a number of pieces that should keep me plenty busy in my...

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Abstract wall art

Abstract wall art

I have been diving into the archives again as I have not been out shooting in a couple of weeks (with my DSLR at least).  I have been doing a lot of behind the scenes maintenance and subtle updates on my website, and finally updated my Wordpress install to the latest...

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Nature patterns – a composition study

Nature patterns – a composition study

Eastern Redbud leaves (Cercis canadensis), photo ID # LE9372 from Leaves & Leaf Pattern Gallery My approach to searching for patterns in nature is fairly simple.  I look for the defining repeating elements, but then I need something to break it up, to create...

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Rock collecting

Rock collecting

I processed this image recently, although I actually made the exposure back in August 2008.   I worked with it quite a bit to give it some depth and dimension.   I wanted it to look like you could pick one of the rocks up off the page and put it in your...

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