Walking into my aunts backyard is like walking into the secret garden, its so peaceful for being in a city. The variety is vast and so very natural looking. Even in the heat of the city! Red, is so challenging to photograph in the high noon sunshine, even when toned down for settings! Alas, stillContinue reading “Discovering a Peaceful Urban Oasis in My Aunt’s Backyard”
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Capturing Summer’s Beauty: Sunflowers and Grasshoppers
On a beautifully hot humid summer afternoon, I was taking photos of the new sunflowers that had just blossomed, as I was capturing the delicate details of the blossom before it opens, I noticed this little guy. A tiny baby grasshopper, he is maybe 1.5″ long and happily posed for me! The beautiful new sunflowers,Continue reading “Capturing Summer’s Beauty: Sunflowers and Grasshoppers”
Connecting with the Bald Eagle at Murphy Park
I had a ‘ where did you come from’ moment while at Murphy Park the other day. Big and beautiful bald eagle – it was surreal seeing it, I didn’t know at first what I was capturing, I just felt drawn in that direction, look up and shoot. The eye connection is so awesome! “DoContinue reading “Connecting with the Bald Eagle at Murphy Park”
Encountering the Majestic Blue Heron at Murphy Park
I was pleasantly surprised by the birds down at Murphy Park this morning. If there is one thing that I can speak confidently on, its that trying times and feelings in life can feel solace in nature. I not only made eye contact with this beauty, also a bald eagle and a few others! Spiritually,Continue reading “Encountering the Majestic Blue Heron at Murphy Park”
Embrace Rainy Days: Macro Photography Tips
I used to dread the damp, dreary, rainy days. Now I grab my camera and macro lens. I go out and make the best of the weather by shooting! Its one of the most unique ways to capture the beauty of nature, intimately. Ive noticed when shooting macro, I tend to hold my breath. NowContinue reading “Embrace Rainy Days: Macro Photography Tips”
Rain, Leaves, and Nature: Discover What Takes Your Breath Away
Nature never ceases to amaze me, the beauty of the rain on the leaves of this plant are just breath taking. Something I am deeply being reminded of. Breath. Find more things that truly take your breath away purely by their beauty! Nature is so beautiful. Plants do not care who or what is aroundContinue reading “Rain, Leaves, and Nature: Discover What Takes Your Breath Away”
Clearing Chakras: Releasing the Flow of Inner Magic
Our bodies are more than flesh and bone—they are energetic systems, constantly in motion, constantly speaking. Over time, when our energy becomes blocked—whether by emotional pain, stress, or trauma—it doesn’t just stay stuck. It can show up in the physical body as tension, discomfort, or even illness. I know this because I’ve felt it firsthand.Continue reading “Clearing Chakras: Releasing the Flow of Inner Magic”
Photography Tips for Rainy Day Adventures
The little details – flip the script on what would be incredible as a nice weather weekend. In the big picture – yup this weather sucks… who wants to enjoy the May 2-4 long weekend in the rain, not many. Unless you make the best of it. One way for me, is with my camera.Continue reading “Photography Tips for Rainy Day Adventures”
Photo Adventures: Capturing Magnolia Blossoms with My Dog
While driving through town today I came across the most beautiful tree. I knew I had to circle back with my camera. The dog and I hopped into the truck and went off on our first photo adventure together. Since I fell earlier this year, I have been much more nervous walking him, especially ifContinue reading “Photo Adventures: Capturing Magnolia Blossoms with My Dog”
Lessons from Nature: The Turtle’s Wisdom in Photography
The best day is any day that I can get out with my camera, being out in nature, capturing the beauty of wherever I am, so soul depth. A refresh, reset and boost to creativity. Photography can teach us so much. When to pull back and look at the big picture, to see all thatContinue reading “Lessons from Nature: The Turtle’s Wisdom in Photography”
