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I heard my first Red-winged Blackbird of the season today Despite a lot of snow on the ground, at least it is one small sign spring won't be too much longer If not, these birds are in for a long wait He was probably calling out to complain "Why did I come back...
I. am so very ready for winter to be over with Even though I have accumulated some unique images during the winter months, this year in particular I just haven't much of the motivation to get out Michigan has been through a roller-coaster ride this season - with...
The woods behind my house are pretty messy as far as visual elements. There are thorny briar patches everywhere, poison ivy vines, and generally a ton of clutter from brush and undergrowth. Except in fall where the colors can sometimes overcome some of the visual...
New Years Day News Flash: An unfortunate attack occurred the morning of New Years Day 2008 in Southeast Michigan where a suspected attack by the anti-Dunkin Donuts Citizens League occured. Long known for their anti-powdered sugar protests and media campaigns, the...
This time of year is filled with stories of the 'best of 2007' everywhere, so I suppose it is only natural for a photographer to think back on the images created over the last year and if any hold particular significance above the rest. So I offer up to you my "Top...
Ok, so technically it isn't Winter yet. Only 20 more days to go. But hey, the leaves have fallen, the temperatures have plummeted, the hoses I left outside have frozen solid, and I'll bet if I stuck my tongue to a pole - it would stick real good. I am calling it...
That time of year has started in the Midwest, and soon we will be in the depressing season of gray and brown. A constant rain over the past day will likely force the last of any remaining fall color to the ground. Some subject material will remain on the ground for a...
Yes, don't believe the stereotype,folks, about how deeply in love nature photographers are with nature. Sure we can go on and on about the peace we find, the beauty of finding order in chaos, and all the things that stir our souls. But let's face it, I'll bet even...
Milkweed is quite an interesting plant. From its budding and flowering to attracting monarch caterpillars, to the eruption of its seedpods in fall - it offers quite a bit to explore. This plant is critical to the life-cycle and defenses of the monarch butterfly. By...