It pleases me to announce that my photograph, “A Golden Dawn,” took top honors at the 78th Annual Piedmont Art Fair in the Amateur Photographer class. I made this photo early one summer morning along a stone fence-lined field as the sun was just cresting the horizon. Behind the iconic wall, a field of sun-kissedContinue reading “A Winning Photo: “A Golden Dawn” Takes Top Honors”
Category Archives: Rural Life
The Calming Power of Nature Photography
Intimate natural scenes have the potential to instill a sense of peace and harmony. They offer a counterpoint to the hectic, often chaotic world that surrounds us. Far from the cacophony of political strife, or the press of daily obligations, such scenes invite a calming perspective. This image, of ripe berries on a green-leafed dogwoodContinue reading “The Calming Power of Nature Photography”
Nature’s Drama in Black and White: Infrared Photography Insights
A threatening sky creates drama and tension in an otherwise placid country scene.
A Once and Mighty Oak
This stately oak tree provided a majestic sight to passersby.
Peach Tree, Alone
A sad, lonely peach tree demonstrates courage, persistence, hardiness.
A Fresh Start, New Photo Galleries
New photo galleries have been added to this web site!
Riding the Rails
A train ride across America’s midwest provided an opportunity to photograph along the way.
Morning Promise
Despite the cold wind, the brilliant sun highlighting the trees promises a bright day ahead.
What Lies Ahead?
The vista down a lonely rural road on a foggy morning invites questions about what lies ahead, down the road and in our lives.
The Invitation
This image is an invitation to ponder where the future may lead. Should we be hopeful, or should we be cautious?