Sunflowers 1

The sunflowers at a nearby farm in St. Marys County were very colorful this year.   More to come!

 

                                                    Red Backlit

Lost!

Sunset with Magenta Filter

St. Mary's River State Park in Autumn

I visited the park to view the autumn foliage and walked a mile roundtrip on the uneven ground on the hiking trail.  For someone with a foot injury, this was a little challenging, but doable if I kept my head down to avoid tripping on a branch.  I met a lady with a friendly dog along the way.  I photographed her dog, but he got very close, very quickly hoping to say hello.

Grafitti

A very friendly dog, who didn't want to leave the park.

Michigan Beach Photo is now for sale at Fine Art America

 

While camping nearby, I planned to photograph this beach at sunset.  At the last minute, I decided not to go since we were enjoying dinner with some new friends.  The lady reminded me that it was time to leave and encouraged me to visit the beach.  So I arrived with barely enough time to spare and photographed this lovely reflection.  I was very glad that I visited the beach.

Now available on my new Fine Art America site as a canvas, metal, acrylic or wood print, mug, pillow, greeting card, etc.  It is similar to the photo below with a little extra dune on the right.

Fun with Peppers!

 I wanted to try a still life of peppers, but I don't even like to eat them!  I gave a few away afterwards. They have such bold colors and fun shapes.

                       This LaRouge pepper looked like a little family at the right angle.

Same pepper, different angle.

                                      I used a light box for this one, shot from above.

                    I shook the camera a little for this one to make the glow.

The Artwalk is Coming! September 6, 2019

The Artwalk will be held in Leonardtown on Friday Sep 6th, 5-8 pm.  Calm Reflections Photography will be offering photography and photography crafts in town.  Don Stapleson from the Chesapeake Orchestra will be at the art walk with Clazzical Jazz, probably playing flute or sax.

I also have a photo in the Art competition, my lovely sunset photo of a Michigan Beach.  Someone recently bought a copy of it at the almost ended exhibit "Ebb and Flow" at Annmarie Gardens.  It is one of my favorites.  It is still on display at Annmarie until September 1st.  

I will know soon where it will be located in Leonardtown.  The contest is somewhat of a popularity contest, so please vote for it if you like it and if you can.  Voting can help you win a gift.  My framed photo will also be for sale.  Can't you just see this gorgeous photo in your living room?  I just wish it was taken in St. Mary's County.  I hope to see you there!

To learn more about the Artwalk visit:
 https://www.stmarysartscouncil.com/local-events/art-walk-2019

Fireworks and Fun July 4, 2018