A MAJESTIC VIEW OF A WETLAND PRAIRIE PHOTOGRAPH I had been photographing the

I had been photographing the common loons for a few days and on this particular morning I was hoping one or two of the loons would come closer to the banks of the lake then they had the previous days

these types of shots are a little tricky because your camera is limited with its dynamic range from highlights to shadows

set up my tripod

Virginia Spiderwort thrive during the spring months at Wildflower Park

A small flock of american tree sparrows make Wildflower Park home for a couple of months during the winter before continuing their migration as these two spend a moment of rest upon the branches

A MAJESTIC VIEW OF A WETLAND PRAIRIE PHOTOGRAPH I had been photographing theLooking across the landscape of cattails and box elder trees that line Eakin Creek West. This is from the snow storm we had last week, about 6 in. It has melted now since this image was taken. One thing I like about being outside in winter is the solitude that comes with it. There isn't anyone else around on the trails in which I can enjoy the fresh air and the beauty of the area, to leave me with my thoughts as I gaze out in awe of the majestic views