THE STORY BEHIND THE IMAGE
Majestic Maritime: Gay Head Light in Aquinnah, Massachusetts
My husband planned a wonderful birthday week vacation on Massachusett’s famous Cape Cod for the week after Labor Day Weekend. What a great time to go! The weather was still feeling like summer with a touch of fall in the air, enough to wear a sweater at night while...
Beachfront Vigilance: Laguna Beach Lifeguard Department
Growing up in the midwest, I always kept a “dream board” of places I imagined being somewhere else than the mind-numbing cold of Minnesota’s 6-month winters. One such place was Laguna Beach, California. Finally, as an empty-nester with the kids all grown up, I made...
California Coastal Dreams: Laguna Beach
For years, I had a grainy photo from a travel magazine that I copped out to my Vision Board I kept in my photography room in my cold Minnesota home where I lived most of my life. My goal was to not only visit this sunny dreamy California coastal city, but to actually...
I’m Watching You: The Piercing Eyes of a Rattlesnake
Let’s dive right into this shot, a fearless frontal display and the piercing eyes of a rattlesnake. This isn’t just any old rattlesnake, this one right here, coiled and ready, is our hero without a name. Just look at it; every scale tells a tale of silent strength and...
Shimmering Seascape: Oceanside Pier California
The Oceanside Pier in California isn't just a pier; it's a symbol of strength. It's like a phoenix, always coming back strong, even after tough times. Back in 1888, the Oceanside Pier began to take shape as workers laid down its first wooden planks, marking the...
Reptilian Royalty: Gila Monster
In one picture, you could see a reptile royalty in action: a Gila Monster sticking out its tongue to taste the tiny treasures in the air around it. This one-of-a-kind creature, covered in shiny orange and black spots, is like a hero all on its own. The Gila Monster is...
Ancient Guardian: The Desert Tortoise
In a land where you'd expect only dry sand and empty horizons, there's something special: an ancient guardian moving through it all. The Desert Tortoise, a strong protector, doesn't appear where you'd think in the desert. Instead, it stands out against a bright, white...
Pure Prickles: Porcupine in a White Space
This porcupine in a white space stands out with its pure prickles, like a lone figure protected by nature's own armor. But this porcupine isn't just any ordinary creature covered in spikes. It's like a shining star in a world that's mostly dull and colorless. In this...
You Look Delicious: A Mexican Wolf’s Piercing Stare
When I gazed into the eyes of a Mexican Wolf through my lens, the thought “you look delicious” seemed to echo from its piercing stare. But this wasn't like the big bad wolf in fairy tales; this was a representative of the wild, having a genuine moment of connection....
Branch Bound: Harris’s Hawk at Rest on Branch
The male peacock grabs attention with its graceful walk, loud call, and its bright blue and green feathers flowing perfectly behind it like a royal cape. While the peacock is captivating, the Harris's Hawk is another fascinating creature. Its cooperative hunting and...