Lacey Lowe Photography

Lacey Lowe Photography Photography is my passion project. Please follow along as I share some ✨magical✨ moments.

The beautiful architecture inside the Franciscan Monastery in Washington, D.C. looks like it was transported straight ou...
07/12/2026

The beautiful architecture inside the Franciscan Monastery in Washington, D.C. looks like it was transported straight out of Europe. 🏛️📜

If you’ve only ever seen the monastery from the outside, the interior sanctuary is an incredible surprise. The central focus is the dramatic altar area, dominated by a towering, darkly finished altar canopy covered in detailed relief carvings of the apostles and elegant gold accents that draw your eyes up toward the grand dome.

Directly behind the altar is the centerpiece of the sanctuary: a magnificent, glowing artwork of the Transfiguration. The high-relief figures of Christ, Moses, and Elijah seem to radiate out from a golden background, framed beautifully by sculpted clouds and illuminated by the stained glass window above. The contrast between the dark canopy and the brilliant, golden artwork makes this one of the most photogenic spots in the city.

If you find yourself in DC, book a tour! You see the upper and lower church, learn about the Franciscans and get to marvel at some beautiful sacred art and architecture!

Some of my favorite shots from our zoo trip in DC!
07/08/2026

Some of my favorite shots from our zoo trip in DC!

"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. I...
07/04/2026

"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same." ~ Ronald Reagan 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Nothing like sitting under a tree and scratching your belly! Did you know that South America is home to only one native ...
06/25/2026

Nothing like sitting under a tree and scratching your belly!

Did you know that South America is home to only one native bear species? Meet the incredible Andean bear (also famously known as the spectacled bear due to the unique light markings around its eyes)! 🐻✨
Capturing this beautiful moment at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI) reminds us how vital these elusive creatures are to our planet.

🌍 Habitat: Native to the dense cloud forests of the Andes Mountains.

🌿 Diet: Mostly vegetarian! Aside from giant pandas, they are the most herbivorous bears, loving fruits and bromeliads.

🚨 Status: Listed as a vulnerable species by the IUCN, with fewer than 18,000 left in the wild due to habitat fragmentation and human-wildlife conflict.

How the Smithsonian is Saving the Species:

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo doesn’t just care for these bears in D.C.—they play a leading role in global wildlife conservation. Through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan (SSP), the Smithsonian carefully coordinates breeding to maintain genetic diversity and protect against extinction. Their researchers work on the ground in South America, tracking wild populations and developing human-bear coexistence strategies.

Every visit to the zoo helps support this critical research!

Hit share to help shine a light on the vital wildlife conservation work happening right now.

When you look at this gallery, it’s easy to feel like you’ve stepped onto another planet or a movie set. Located on Big ...
06/20/2026

When you look at this gallery, it’s easy to feel like you’ve stepped onto another planet or a movie set. Located on Big Talbot Island, this mile-long stretch of coastline is easily one of Florida's most surreal and visually striking hidden gems.

But as a photographer, what fascinates me most about this place is how the landscape serves as a living, breathing timeline. There is a deep, raw history behind these massive "sculptures" of wood:

The Timucua Legacy: Long before it became a state park in 1984, this sea island was home to the indigenous Timucua people, who relied on the rich salt marshes and maritime forests for thousands of years.

The Power of Erosion: The "bones" you see are actually the sun-bleached, saltwater-battered remains of massive Live Oaks and Cedar trees. Centuries of coastal erosion undermine the island’s unique 20-to-30-foot bluffs, causing the forest to slowly fall onto the shore below.

Ancient Earth Forms: If you walk further down, you'll encounter "Blackrock Beach"—a rare geological phenomenon. What looks like volcanic rock is actually spodosol, a hardpan soil layer that is some of the rarest and oldest exposed soil on Earth.

A Paleolithic Twist: "Boneyard" is the perfect name for the tree skeletons, but park archaeologists have a sense of humor about it—they’ve actually unearthed real fossilized mammoth bones buried on this very beach!

Nature has an incredible way of turning destruction into art. As these fallen giants are stripped by the elements, they form a natural barrier that actually slows down further wave erosion, protecting the remaining forest above them. They die so the rest of the island can live.

Swipe through the gallery to see how the changing tide shifts the mood of these ancient giants and to get a peak of the little friends they house.

Have you ever walked among the trees at Big Talbot Island? Which frame captures the energy of this place best for you? Let me know in the comments! 👇

A few months my husband, Tim, took me on a surprise adventure to Paynes Prairie Preserve near Gainesville. Of course I g...
06/10/2026

A few months my husband, Tim, took me on a surprise adventure to Paynes Prairie Preserve near Gainesville. Of course I got some bird spotting in but we also enjoyed a nice hike, saw tons of alligators and got a small glimpse of wild horses and bison in the far distance.

We really enjoyed our time exploring and I can’t wait to get back there to visit again!

Florida State Parks

Finally have gotten to a backlog of photos. Here are some from our trip to Fort Matanzas National Monument in January! T...
06/01/2026

Finally have gotten to a backlog of photos. Here are some from our trip to Fort Matanzas National Monument in January!

They offer a free ferry ride over to the island to explore and soak in the views! We saw lots of sea turtles and learned more about the history of the fort and the area.

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY TO NATHAN! 🥳Nathan celebrated his first birthday recently, and taking these photos to mark the occa...
02/10/2026

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY TO NATHAN! 🥳

Nathan celebrated his first birthday recently, and taking these photos to mark the occasion was so fun!

One of the coolest things about being a photographer is being able to capture milestones for the people you love 💙💙💙

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