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Winter

Winter

Posted on December 30, 2011

A couple days before Christmas a client of ours called to extend a warm invitation to his staff Christmas party;  Joseph is a really good guy that way.  As we fell through the conversation I mentioned that this December was …

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In The End

In The End

Posted on December 19, 2011

I’ve driven by a small creek, arguably river, for the past 5 years of my life.  I’ve seen it in every season and just about every weather condition.  However today was the first time I hiked down with my camera …

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Falling In Lowville

Falling in Lowville

Posted on December 6, 2011

Back in October of this year I dusted of the camera, literally, and hiked a well known section of the Bruce Trail near the hamlet of Lowville.  I say literally because the gear has sat still since this time last …

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cliff-lake

Cliff Lake…

Posted on July 17, 2010

A view of Cliff Lake off of highway 105 just north of Vermillion Bay.

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grey-winters-day

Grey Winters Day

Posted on December 25, 2009

I tried to find a more cheerful Christmas themed photo for the occasion. Unfortunately all my shooting plans have yet to be acted upon and the family made the choice to forgo the Christmas tree with the house rennovations still …

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Through the Fence and Thistles

Through the Fence & Thistles

Posted on August 30, 2009

Nine o’clock in the evening settles over the country side.  Another warm and misty night as the end of summer draws near. Its going to be a rough autumn this year…

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Catching the flow...

Catching the flow…

Posted on August 23, 2009

I have a few favorite spots close to home for practicing long exposure techniques on the flow of water. This time around the D700 I am contemplating purchasing (borrowed) brought great results. So did an old but very sharp Nikkor …

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By the stream in Jesenik

By the stream in Jesenik

Posted on July 31, 2009

Close to 3 years ago I did my first experiments with streams and the motion of water. I had mixed results, mostly blow out and frustration so I put it aside. Not that this is a shot worthy of being …

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06-21

Waterfall at Karlova Studánka

Posted on June 22, 2009

Visited an old stomping ground shortly after landing, the next day to be exact. I will be coming back later in the month of July after the hectic journey across mid Europe is finished.

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green-love

Green Love

Posted on July 7, 2007

An interesting growth of heart shaped leaves along a stretch of the Bruce Trail. Caught my eye at the start of a short hike and I didn’t spot anything as dense and interesting for the rest of the hike.

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leaf-droplets

Leaf Droplets

Posted on June 21, 2007

Finally it rained and the worlds a little greener again.

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yellow-flowers

Yellow flowers along the Bruce Trail

Posted on June 19, 2007

Hiking with family is always a small pleasure. This is a take away from an early morning walk along a stretch of the Bruce Trail. Used a monopod to help with stability issues at slower speeds.

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Winters Thaw

Winters Thaw

Posted on April 2, 2007

It’s supposed to snow, again, by the weekend. Wonderful! Creeks and rivers are running thanks to the thaw, though, who knows after the weekend. It’s supposed to be spring people.

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Dry Goldenrod

Dry Goldenrod

Posted on March 27, 2007

Even at the end of a life cycle nature, God, life finds a way to hide beauty in the details. Dry goldenrod flowers and stalk.

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Cedar Root

Cedar Root

Posted on March 25, 2007

I never cease to be fascinated by the way the old cedar trees eek out a living along the edges of the escarpment. Time and time again, while hiking, I stumble upon a series of roots I wish to return …

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Black-capped Chickadee

A Black-capped Chickadee

Posted on January 16, 2007

These little guys, finches and robins become daily visitors at my home office window once winter settles in and food is sparse. I am always torn between feeding them and inviting mice into the house or at the very least …

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One Cold Cardinal

One Cold Cardinal

Posted on January 15, 2007

One of the many birds that frequents my small office window once winter comes.

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Amethyst Aster

Amethyst Aster

Posted on September 19, 2006

Another photograph from this weekends hike using much the same approach. This flower, an Amethyst Aster, was a little harder to find as it tends to grow in open fields from my observations and areas where there is little canopy …

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Sharp-leaved Goldenrod

Sharp-leaved Goldenrod

Posted on September 18, 2006

Taking advantage of a ray of sunlight coming through the thinning forest canopy I took a shot that almost has a studio feel. It took a few minutes to locate the perfect break of light and an area of showdow …

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Micro Metropolis

Micro Metropolis

Posted on September 10, 2006

I have been experimenting with the micro-metropoly’ that occupy the old stumps and rotting logs around the local woods. Right now the biggest challenge is composing the shot using tripods and heads as what ever you see in the view …

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Monarch Butterfly

Monarch Butterfly

Posted on September 7, 2006

Monarch butterfly resting, perhaps feeding, on a stalk of flowers. Still working my way through the hundreds of Ribfest photographs.

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Its not easy being green

It’s not easy being green

Posted on August 4, 2006

Hot enough? Well, damp and hot enough for this little frog to be found resting on one of the broad leaves on mom’s rubber plant (not sure if it is a true rubber plant). I spent a little time chasing …

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Chippi

Chippi

Posted on July 26, 2006

This little moment cost me two whole peanuts so you better enjoy it. I was walking out to the car to pick up my gear from the back seat when I noticed two little chipmunks were sniffing around the peanut …

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water-droplets

Water droplets

Posted on July 7, 2006

Now that I have stared at this photograph long and hard I have to admit that the depth of field should have included the three middle drops in focus. The eye is pulled far too strongly to the center of …

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Dew Drops on a Poppy

Dew drops on a poppy

Posted on May 16, 2006

Dew drops on a poppy head.

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Fresh Rain

Fresh Rain

Posted on May 15, 2006

Something neat about the way rain drops pool on plants after a light rain. Also there is something about the way the rain seems to pull certain colors, more specifically greens out of the surrounding area. Harsh lighting with which …

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Late autumn leaves

Late autumn leaves

Posted on February 16, 2006

Within the next month I’ll be tearing down this blog and applying a new skin. Its my hope to get it completely up to compliance with XHTML Transition 1.0 and have every page pass. I don’t think its going to …

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Jesenik Foothills

Jesenik Foothills

Posted on November 30, 2005

I’m trying my best to ignore the fact that winter is all but here. I’m ignoring the fact that we had enough snow to shovel last week and it stuck around for four days and I’m also ignoring this whole …

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woods-aflame

Woods Aflame

Posted on November 9, 2005

The forests have been on fire this last week. Bright yellow orange leaves, thin as rice paper and nearing their last days on the branch have colored the hiking trails golden brown. With the sun ever lower on the horizon …

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Sunrise over Hawthorne Village

Sunrise over Hawthorne Village

Posted on October 16, 2005

Finally, when we are on the horizon of leaving Milton I actually get around to exploring it on my bike. That’s in large part thanks to Trevor who took the time to help me fix the old ride. I’ve logged …

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Fishing on Guelph Lake

Fishing on Guelph Lake

Posted on September 13, 2005

Early morning light reflects a mirror image of the green canopy surround Guelph Lake. The large man made lake serves the local community with rowing clubs, swimmers & crack of dawn fishermen enjoying it still waters in the company of …

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