Nice Winter Day
We haven’t seen any bald eagles to speak of (Sheryl saw one flying over Ottawa but that was it) but we did have a nice trip up to Lawrence. Maybe we’ll have better … Read more
Photography
Foxes in the Back Yard
Last week this fox came into our back yard, curled up in the sun under a tree and took a rest while I took photos! I updated the theme for this site and … Read more
Favorite Photos from 2014
Here are my 7 favorite photos from the year. You can view my top 25 over on Flickr. You can click any image to see a larger version. From the larger version you … Read more
First Elinchrom Shots
No doubt, there are many disadvantages to having a birthday near Christmas. But, as it turns out, there is one advantage; I can often get my “best” present early, especially if it’s something … Read more
First Formal Flash Foray
I’ve decided to learn how to take photographs under more controlled lighting conditions using external light sources. I usually shoot outdoors, in available light, and focus mostly on landscapes and scenic shots with … Read more
20 Gallon Planted Tank
I had the week of Thanksgiving off from work, and early in the week began setting up a new aquarium. It’s been 10 years since we dismantled our tanks before moving back to … Read more
Foggy Smoky Soft Light
I went for my ride late in the afternoon, just as a fairly thick blanket of fog was enveloping Lindsborg. I was especially enamored with the views of the Smoky Hill River. The … Read more