Thinking about our visits to Big Bend National Park, I’m going through some old photos and reminiscing about some of our favorite trails. An easy and favorite trail of mine is the one to Ernst Tinaja. I’ve been there several … Read More

You can find many social media sights focusing on famous landmarks in Big Bend National Park. I have several here in Through Brazilian Eyes. After all, Big Bend is one of my favorite national parks in this country. Although I … Read More

Although I have been to Big Bend National Park many times, particular views within the park never get old. The Window, Sotol Vista, Santa Elena Canyon, Casa Grande, and the South Rim are just a few examples. Another breathtaking view … Read More

Lens-Artists Challenge #318 – Finding Beauty in Unexpected Places I am drawn to nature as the main subject in my photography. Vast landscapes, intimate scenes, wildlife, wildflowers, and even nature abstracts appeal to my eye. So, it was with great … Read More

When it comes to monochromes, I am relatively new to exploring the nuances of a single shade, whether it is black and white or a different one. I looked at what I have published here and only found thirteen posts … Read More

Lens-Artists Challenge #308 – Perfect Pairs Elizabeth of Albatz Travel Adventures is this week’s Lens-Artists Challenge host. She proposed Perfect Pairs as the challenge. More specifically, she is looking for diptychs. If you are not familiar with the concept, Elizabeth … Read More

In previous challenges, we have seen how vital composition is in photography. For example, we challenged you to show us images emphasizing symmetry and asymmetry, backlighting, and leading lines. I thought we would have fun looking at our photos or … Read More

Leanne chose “stone” as the challenge theme for this week’s Monochrome Madness #9. I had to think this over because I had several choices to feature here, including Inca stones and Big Bend National Park‘s stone artifacts found on the … Read More

A moderate hike, the Lost Mine Trail offers beautiful views of Big Bend National Park. It is just as beautiful as the South Rim hike. In this photo, you have a view of the Window just about halfway through this … Read More

Lens-Artists Challenge #299 – Hopeful This week, Patti challenges us to reflect on what makes us hopeful. Read about it and be inspired here. Through her inspirational words and beautiful photos, she offers various ways we can use to express … Read More