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Earth laughs in flowers. – Ralph Waldo Emerson [tags]photography, California, wild flower, California Poppy, Eschscholzia californica, nature[/tags]

A while back I noted that It’s All About the Light when it comes to photography, but there is another key factor that can make a photograph all the more dramatic… weather.  I’m not talking clear blue skies and I’m not talking a rainy downpour, although there are always opportunities there. My favorite weather is that which takes form in the razor thin envelope between good and bad weather. Exe

After all, I don’t see why I am always asking for private, individual, selfish miracles when every year there are miracles like white dogwood.  ~Anne Morrow Lindbergh View more of my Yosemite National Park photos [tags]photography, Yosemite, National Park, Dogwood, nature, stock photo, fine art[/tags]

Yosemite National Park is a sight to see in the Spring. The scenery is of course stunning with full waterfalls, iconic formations and a good deal of wildlife. It’s been a while since I’ve been to Yosemite in the Spring primarily due to the crowds. I broke my streak of avoiding the valley during peak time and it was amazing even with late rains that bookended my short trip. Its no wonder that the park gets

The Big Sur coast is an amazing site to behold with its turquoise water, monolithic spires of ancient rock eroded by constant pounding of surf. Truly an inspiring place for all, but especially for artists.  Watching sunsets here is akin to witnessing the unveiling of a new masterpiece every day. The more I review my Big Sur photos the more I want to return. As for this photo it was taken after my Primitive Coast III

This Weeks Friday Freebie iPad Wallpaper: White Sands Detail Friday Freebie features an image to liven up your iPad display with images from my travels… all for free. White Sands National Monument is a truly special place. The gypsum sand not only creates a beautifully unique landscape of white sand dunes it reflects the ever changing color of the sky during dusk hours. The resulting hues that make up the lands

So many times I’ve read that photography is the art of light, but in my experience first and foremost photography is an art of observation. Observation of light and shadow, color and texture, pattern and shape, and of course subject. What has most energized me creatively over the years is the charge I feel when I see and create something that so many others look past with indifference. I’m a firm believer

This Weeks Friday Freebie iPad Wallpaper: Grand Teton Sunrise Friday Freebie features an image to liven up your iPad display with images from my travels… all for free. Grand Teton National Park is truly a special place. The towering mountains, scenic valley and abundant wildlife makes for an amazing nature experience. I’m embarrassed to admit before my first visit to Grand Teton National Park I was of the