Posted on December 2, 2014 in Nature, Painting Effect, Winter
The first snow of the season usually involves some drama. There are the folks who say “Hooray, snow! Bring it on!” Then there is the “Ugh, snow – how many months until Spring?” crowd. Some of us think it’s beautiful while others think it’s just an annoyance. I’m generally on the “How many months until Spring” side of the fence, but I do enjoy photographing at least the first snowfall nonetheless! These two images were taken in my backyard last week and edited with Topaz Impression to add a painting effect. I love the dark evergreen trees combined with the oak leaves that are still hanging on despite the winter cold. Today we had a little more snow along with sleet and freezing rain! Winter is definitely upon us, despite what the calendar says. Enjoy nature’s ever-changing beauty!
Posted on February 23, 2014 in Animals, Wildlife, Winter
Contrary to popular belief, not all American Robins fly south for the winter. That is a myth. Many stay north and feast on berries while they wait for Spring to arrive. I was treated to a visit this weekend by a flock of 10 or more American Robins that came to feast on my holly bush berries. I don’t believe I’ve ever seen that many Robins together at the same time in the same spot, but they were enjoying Mother Nature’s buffet.
Posted on December 29, 2013 in Architecture, Landscape, Winter
Winter is my favorite time to visit Lancaster County, Pa. The trees are bare and the fields cut back which allows the visitor a closer look at the beautiful barns and landscape.
Posted on December 22, 2013 in Landscape, Nature, Painting Effect, Winter
Daybreak … late December … fog … a last glimpse of the snow before it melted on a 60+ degree day in Pennsylvania. Some of the Oaks are still hanging on to their leaves and the evergreens are adding color to the otherwise dreary landscape.
Posted on March 5, 2013 in Black and White, People, Topaz, Winter
There are so many different groups of people represented at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area during the snow geese migration. First you have the true blue birders who have magnificent binoculars and can name every bird that flies by including their scientific classification. Then there are the photographers….which vary from the serious wildlife folks with the 6 zillion mm camouflage lenses right down to the people taking photos with their cell phones! You also see the families with kids and dogs just out for a hike and to witness the migration without worrying about recording the moment through photos. When the wildlife activity slows down, I usually turn my lens to the people and dogs at the park as there always seems to be something of interest that catches my eye. In this instance, it was an older gentleman watching the wildlife activity through his binoculars.