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Lovers

Two trees on a cold March day seemed to embody endurance above a rushing river. Only later did I realize the photograph was telling a different story, one hidden in plain sight.

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Nearscape Photography: Thinking About Summer

In the middle of February, with snow still covering the ground, I find myself thinking about summer. A late July evening and a single Midnight Gold Petunia in my backyard become a reminder that beauty close to home is never truly out of season.

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Morning Stillness at Rocky Gap

A foggy morning walk through Rocky Gap State Park, following the shoreline of Lake Habeeb as muted light, reflections, and calm water set the tone for the day ahead.

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Mushrooms on the Meadow’s Edge

At the edge of a fall meadow, Shaggy Mane mushrooms rise like ghostly bells, fleeting towers of texture and whimsy that soon fade back into the earth. For a moment, they might be homes for the little folk.

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The Unexpected Beauty of Grasses

Grasses aren’t flashy, but there’s a quiet beauty in the way they catch light and sway with the breeze. This post explores how photographing them reveals hidden shapes, textures, and moments often overlooked.