Taking a good picture of something black...something deep, rich, unadulterated black...is a challenge for any photographer, but especially for an inexperienced photographer. It's enough of a challenge that it even has a name:The black dog syndrome. While I wouldn't consider myself inexperienced, I'm far from being an expert. Some things I get right. Some things …
Always carry a camera!
Driving home from the park, I had to make an unplanned stop when a little flock of turkeys prepared to cross the street in front of me. Grabbing my camera off the seat next to me, I fired off a couple of shots of these proud Toms. Although it's not uncommon to see them in the park, …
Today I believe in spring!
I took a photowalk in Chagrin River Park this afternoon.The sun was shining, and it was almost warm enough to wear a sweatshirt instead of the heavy jacket I've been wearing all winter. And it wasn't raining! So I'm celebrating, even though there is some rain and (maybe even) snow forecast for the weekend. On …
Today was manageable!
The first day of spring is one thing and the first spring day is another.The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month. ~Henry Van Dyke Here in northeast Ohio we have passed the first day of spring and are anxiously awaiting the first spring day. With ice still covering much of Lake …
Hope springs eternal!
For the past three months (January through March) something huge has been missing in my life...something spelled e-x-e-r-c-i-s-e. My approach to exercise for many years has been to pick up my camera and head out the door to one of our great local parks. For years I have walked week in and week out straight through the …
Sharing is NOT an option!
The red-bellied woodpecker thought she had the post to herself until company showed up. If sharing is NOT an option, what will happen next? That's it for today. Thanks for stopping by. Carolyn aka Skip
Avian Antics
When I'm out and about with my camera in the park, something I watch for is interaction among the critters. On this chilly winter morning, three birds showed up on the same fence rail ...all at the same time. Were they happy to share their prime spot? Take a look, and you decide.
On the trail today…
... I enjoyed a snowy (and very cold) walk. We were blessed with 8-10 inches of snow on Sunday and Monday. Although some people probably wouldn't consider that a blessing, it definitely makes photography more interesting. As challenging as it was to walk the snow-covered trails in the park, I couldn't resist getting out to take …
Not everything was peaceful along the trail today.
This wasn't a sunny morning, more on the cloudy side, but it wasn't especially cold either. All-in-all, a good morning for a photo walk! The first bird to pose for my camera was the RBW (red-bellied woodpecker). She had discovered a few seeds on the top of the fence post and was enjoying a peaceful morning snack. It didn't …
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The End of the Trail
Beyond the fence pictured below is a large meadow, a habitat for a variety of fascinating birds; however, walkers are not permitted in that area, so, officially, the fence marks the end of the trail. Overhanging one end of the fence rail is a tree, a gathering place for cardinals, chickadees, woodpeckers, and many other birds that fly …
SEEN ALONG THE TRAIL 