Did you know you can reveal petroglyphs with a little digital magic? Yep, there's an app for that. In this…
Peering through my pocket lensVivid reflections shinewhere the river bends The colors soar high into the bluepausing in raincloudsfalling as…
Today I'm sharing a dozen memorable pictures of 2022. I'm including photos of history, nature, and culture. In the first…
There, above a rocky shore, a cylindrical tower appears.The shipwrecked crew stumbles towards the house of perpetual light.They ascend a…
The details of leaves, Rounded, serrated leaflets bearing tidbits of sweetness. Wild strawberries Fragaria sp. Arching narrow leaves falling in…
Angles of the Earth sculpted by pounding waves. Seaside sandstone formations at Pacific City, OR Rising on the edge of…
I feel most at home when visiting the Wild West. In the West, tall tales are told in layers of…
The touch of nature can be sharp and cold or Prickly pear cactus in the snow, Bend, Oregon Ridged and…
I see some of our backyard beauties often, like the chipmunks. This one came right up to our sliding glass…
I'm showing lighter and darker nature pictures to go with the lens-artists photo challenge of "exposure" this week. Sometimes I…
Last month, we took a trip to see the Spruce Goose at the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum. This museum…
Here are some peak peeks from near and far. These volcanic peaks are in the Cascade Mountains in Central Oregon.…
Today I'll share a few stories related to special flowers in my life. Roses Whenever I see roses, I think…
Here are photographs of South Falls from 3 perspectives. This 177-foot high waterfall is located along the Trail of Ten…
Find treasures on walks When out and about taking pictures, you never know when you might find special surprises. This…
On the other side of darkness,it may be difficult to find a clear path ahead Lava Butte, Oregon The journey…
How can your canine companions go so quickly from being a clean dog to a dirty dog? I walked my…
These places show contrasts in voice, feeling, and appearance. A place's voice can be quiet or loud. The quietness of…
Morning clouds over Bend, Oregon last Fall in a dramatic High Desert sunrise. Skywatch Friday
In late August, while out exploring places along the Columbia River, we stumbled upon the Northwest Mural Fest in The…
Seeing seaside sunset with my dog near Waldport, Oregon. She doesn't like water, but felt comfortable taking in the scene…
The pictures featured in this post focus on part of the picture being in the spotlight. A darker background increases…
I dip a dry brush into Titanium White and tentatively paint delicate wisps onto Cobalt Blue Wyoming skyscapes Emboldened, I…
Though I don't have a favorite type of photography, I prefer to do "lens in my pocket" photography. I use…
Trying to choose only three of my favorite photos for this challenge was very difficult. I decided to focus on…
I've noticed odd plants, animals, and natural features recently and wondered if they were real or surreal. I had an…
When I was strolling down Hood Avenue on 9 July 2022, something across the street caught my eye. I was…
Once again, I am sharing images of the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show on 9 July 2022. Today I'll show quilts…
The Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show is one of the biggest events in Central Oregon. You know it's summer when you…
Changing seasons bring double views Shining cactus blossoms returning Mothers guarding their curious young Dramatic storms hovering over landscapes (more…)
North of Madras, Oregon, you’ll find giant thundereggs tucked away on a hilltop near the ghost town of Ashwood. Polka-dot…
When you focus on the eyes of your subject, you make a connection with them to share with others. The…
Today I'm sharing pictures of the doors of Shaniko, Oregon. Once a bustling town known as "The Wool Capital of…
High Desert voices can be heard throughout Central Oregon if you just pause and listen. Bold shouts of the many…
Last month, we collected petrified wood bits from Bear Creek, south of Prineville Reservoir in Oregon. The following pieces are…
The Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum in Hood River, Oregon has a large collection of cars from the "Golden…
A couple days ago, we went on a Lower Crooked River drive. We were there early in the morning, attempting…
When taking pictures, you might want to think about composing your photo in thirds. What? According to the Digital Photography…
Thermophile color blooms near Earth’s coreIn bouquets of startling brillianceFertilized by extreme heatIn caldera waterWhere few dare to treadThe ArchaeaFind…
Focus on what is important and blur the distractions. Magnify the delicacy of Nature's architecture. Find subjects that stand out…