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Whereas time is measured in seconds, water measures time in flow. With this triptych, I bring you three instances of water flow: momentum, impact, and resolution. “Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don’t resist them – that … Read More

I used to go to a neighborhood nature trail near our old home. There was always something to photograph there. It was my playground for macro and also where I’d test a new lens or camera. The Copperfield Nature Trail … Read More

The Travis Audubon Society has just named the Carolina Wren (Thryothorus ludovicianus) its 2026 Bird of the Year. This small and mighty backyard bird, weighing barely as much as two small, empty soda cans, shows a rich cinnamon plumage. Its … Read More

As predicted, we woke up this morning with lots of ice on the ground. There was a mix of freezing rain and ice overnight. Temperatures plunged into the teens (18ºF / -8ºC). We won’t cross the freezing mark probably until … Read More

Let’s talk about rejection this week. Don’t panic! I mean rejected photos, of course. With the low cost of cloud storage and external drives, I rarely delete an image, even if it’s blurry or has a less-than-ideal composition. Furthermore, I … Read More

Guadalupe Mountains National Park is a remote park in northwest Texas, near the New Mexico border and Carlsbad Caverns National Park. The park offers excellent backcountry and backpacking opportunities, with over 80 miles (128 km) of hiking trails. McKittrick Canyon is a popular … Read More

On January 21, 2025, we woke up to see our area covered with light snow. There was no significant precipitation. The featured photo shows what we saw on the other side of the fence in our backyard. Why am I … Read More

I do not remember when we got this Amaryllis, but I know that every winter it blooms briefly and beautifully. An online search led to the symbolism of this flower. Amaryllis is associated with strength, beauty, and determination. It stands … Read More

Earlier this month, I spotted a Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus) on an oak tree outside our bedroom window. A few days later, as I was finishing my morning meditation on the deck, another woodpecker stopped by again. I was able … Read More

Lens-Artists Challenge #381: Minimalism inBlack-and-White Photography Ritva is the host for this week’s challenge. She wrote, “The stark contrasts and the interplay of light and shadows in black and white can evoke a range of emotions, allowing the essence of … Read More