Balanced Beauty: Unveiling the Wonder of Grapevine Hills

Lens-Artists Challenge #295: Rock Your World When I read about Donna’s challenge, Rock Your World, I knew exactly where I was going. Of all the places I have visited, very few hikes can compare to the exquisite beauty of the … Read More

Willow City Loop

Spring is the time when Texans go crazy about wildflowers. The wildflower displays along Texas roads are fantastic if we have good showers in the fall. You can drive around the city or go to a park to enjoy a … Read More

The Skyway Bandit: Master of the Mid-Air Heist

Last year, I began volunteering at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Besides helping the Center with its Fauna Project, I hang out with a dozen or more photographers every week. I thought I would return to my first time … Read More

He Is Risen

This is Decision Point Peak. I used to go to Reveille Peak Ranch to ride my mountain bike. Besides dozens of fun trails–some hard, some easy–when you ride to Decision Point, you can be assured of breathtaking views of the … Read More

Whispering Waves: Calm and Wild

Lens-Artists Challenge #293: Water in Motion There’s a deep connection between moving water and the human spirit. I find the power of listening to water soothing and entrancing. Some of the best hikes I have done include trails along creeks. … Read More

The Beauty of Contrast: Bluebonnet and Texas Yellow Star

Springtime in Texas is the season to be outside. The variety of wildflowers on display changes each week, with vibrant colors everywhere. This morning, while on a photo shoot with a friend, we visited the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. … Read More

Cruising along Texas’ Highest Paved Road

Regarding scenic routes, Texas has its share of beautiful drives. My top three favorite drives in the state are: I have featured some photos of the first two drives on my list. It is time to introduce you to the … Read More

Texas Treasures: The Seductive Firewheel Wildflower

“Flowers…are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty outvalues all the utilities in the world.”Ralph Waldo Emerson One of the beautiful things about springtime in Texas is the parade of colors we find along back roads and highways. When … Read More

Water and Peace

Today, on March 22nd, we celebrate World Water Day! It’s a day dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of freshwater and inspiring action to address the global water crisis. The United Nations leads this initiative, emphasizing the need for … Read More

When a Bridge Becomes a City’s Icon

— The Pennybacker Bridge, known in Austin as the Loop 360 Bridge or just the 360 Bridge, connects the north and south ends of Loop 360 (aka Capital of Texas Highway). It has been photographed many times from the top … Read More

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