Category Archives: nature

~ Edgy In San Diego – Weekly Photo Challenge: Edge ~

This week Ben Huberman challenges us to “keep our angles sharp and heart rate fast.” In particular, to focus on sharp angles and edges that provide context for the photograph. Some shots I took a few years ago while visiting … Continue reading

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~ Skywatch Friday + WPC – Mirror 3 ~

A suffused sunset is reflected upon the still bay from cabin 1, Beach Haven Orcas Island, WA – USA To enjoy visions of the sky from around the world, visit skywatch Mirror

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~ Wordless Wednesday + WPC – Mirror 2 ~

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~ Sunset Self-Portrait ~ Weekly Photo Challenge – Mirror ~

Sunsets at Beach Haven are spectacular. This one is reflecting on the water and on the window of the cabin with me in silhouette, seems an apt entry to this weeks photo challenge! Mirror

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~ Skywatch Friday – Moonrise Under Cloudbank ~

Once in a while nature provides perfect photo opportunities! Nearly full moon, July 16 2016 — Ritzville, WA USA To see sky photography from around the world visit http://skyley.blogspot.com/

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~ Cee’s Black & White Photo Challenge – Trees ~

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~ Mystery Rose and Friends ~ In A Vase on Monday ~

My roses are giving me their last bit of flower for the season. This one is framed by aster, Sweet William and annual vinca in a squat ceramic vase. The tag on this hybrid tea rose says it is Chrysler … Continue reading

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~ Creekside ~ Weekly Photo Challenge – Frame 1 ~

I remember when my high school art teacher, Vic Moore showed me that by circling my thumb and  finger together I could make a frame to look  through — anytime — anywhere. With my thumb resting upon my cheekbone, I … Continue reading

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~ Ribbon Reflections ~ Skywatch Friday ~

Contrails in the sky created lovely images on the water. Early morning at Odell Lake, Oregon USA. To enjoy sky-shots from around the world please visit:  http://skyley.blogspot.com/

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~ River Jewelwing ~ Wordless Wednesday + WPC – Rare ~

Although this jewel may not be rare to others, getting a good close-up shot of any damselfly (or dragonfly) is a rare feat for me! Rare

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