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Modern fine-art photographer with a passion for capturing and sharing inspiring images.

06/20/2026

Wide Horizons - Open Air

Hot air balloons have become one of Napa Valley's most recognizable sights. Flights take place shortly after sunrise, when winds are typically at their calmest, allowing balloons to drift above the vineyards, rolling hills, and mountain ranges that define California's wine country.

06/13/2026

Wide Horizons - Free Swim

Early morning at Santa Monica State Beach brings a calm before the crowds arrive. With the sand still untouched and the lifeguard tower standing alone beneath an expansive sky, the scene feels full of possibility.

06/03/2026

Wide Horizons - Santa Cruz Island

The rugged coastline of Santa Cruz Island stretches into the Pacific beneath a vast California sky. Layers of land, water, and light create a scene that feels almost endless.

As Channel Islands National Park begins recovering from recent wildfire impacts, this view is a reminder that landscapes can be both fragile and resilient.

Channel Islands National Park National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior National Parks Conservation Association

06/02/2026

June 2026 – Wide Horizons

This month explores expansive views of land and water, where horizons capture the interplay of color and light.

These are truly some of my favorite photos to capture and share.

Photo taken at Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge in Missouri.

05/25/2026

Rooted In Color — Red, White, and Blue

Red, white, and blue are mainstays in garden landscapes throughout the country. Today, those colors also reflect remembrance, sacrifice, and the freedoms shaped by those who served.

05/15/2026

Rooted in Color — Golden Drift

A dense field of golden blooms turns this garden bed into a pattern of color and texture.

Often used as ground cover in warm-weather gardens, narrowleaf zinnias are valued for their ability to produce continuous color through the heat of summer. Their compact growth and resilience make them a favorite for landscapes designed to stay vibrant even during the hottest parts of the season.

05/07/2026

Rooted in Color — Bleeding Heart

Bleeding Heart flowers arrive each spring with some of the season’s most recognizable shapes. Their heart-shaped petals hang in sequence along a curved stem, almost appearing suspended in midair. This image was captured at Lauritzen Gardens in Omaha.

Native to Asia and commonly grown in shade gardens throughout the Midwest, Bleeding Hearts thrive in cooler spring temperatures before fading back during summer heat. Their brief appearance each year makes them one of spring’s more fleeting displays of color.

05/04/2026

As the weather warms up and blooms begin to appear, this month explores the unique botanical brilliance found in plants and flowers.

04/23/2026

Prairie Presence - Frog Log

Even the little guys deserve the spotlight.

In the Midwest, the American Bullfrog is a dominant force in the aquatic ecosystem. I found this bullfrog tucked into the edge of a pond, perfectly still. Close up, you really get a sense of their patient temperament. They can sit motionless for hours waiting for a meal. Capturing them at eye level gives them a much larger, almost statuesque presence.

Fun Fact: Bullfrogs are the largest true frogs in North America, but their most impressive trait is their ears. Those large circles behind their eyes are called tympana (eardrums). They help them stay highly attuned to the specific low-frequency bellows of other frogs across the water. (Source: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources)

04/18/2026

Prairie Presence - Dynamic Duo

In Saline County, NE this pair stopped grazing and watched me for several minutes, providing a clean look at their coloring against the dry winter grass. Capturing them in the low, late-afternoon sun highlights the texture and temperament of these animals that are frequenly seen in the rural Nebraska landscape.

Paint Horses are frequently cited for their steady, "willing" temperament. In a herd environment, they are highly social and observant, often forming strong bonds with their handlers. (Source: APHA).

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