Nature & Landscapes

Jan 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Wildlife 0 comments tags: Bald Eagle, Lamar Valley, Yellowstone National Park

Lamar Valley Bald Eagle

A Lamar Valley Bald Eagle photographed in Yellowstone NP in the winter of 2018. It was perched about 150 yards across the Madison River.

Jan 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Wildlife 1 comments tags: Big Horn Sheep, Lamar Valley, Wildlife, Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone Big Horn Sheep

A Big Horn Sheep photographed in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone NP in the winter of 2018. Big Horn Sheep are regulars in the area.

Dec 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Long Exposure, Santa Elena Canyon

Santa Elena Canyon

Santa Elena Canyon is one of my favorite locations within the Big Bend National Park. The Canyon is one of BBNP's geological marvels.

Dec 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Chisos Mountains, Road

The Road to The Chisos

The Road to the Chisos Basin is one of the most scenic roads in the Big Bend National Park. Changes in elevation are accompanied by changes in vegetation.

Jun 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend Ranch State Park, Black and White, La Cuesta, Starburst, Sunset

La Cuesta Sunset

La Cuesta is one of the few points along the Rio Grande with enough rocks to take interesting long-exposure photos.

May 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Hot Springs Trail, Overlook, Starburst, Sunrise

Hot Springs Trail Overlook

The Hot Springs Trail Overlook is located near the Rio Grande Village in Big Bend National Park. A great hike with awesome vistas.

Apr 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Big Bend Ranch State Park, La Cuesta, Long Exposure, River, Sunset, Water

Rio Grande at Sunset

The Rio Grande at Sunset photographed from La Cuesta in the Big Bend Ranch State Park in the spring of 2019.

Apr 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Ocotillo Field, Panorama, Sunburst, Sunset

Chihuahuan Desert Sunset

A Chihuahuan Desert Sunset taken along the main road on the western end of Big Bend National Park during my recent trip to the area.

Apr 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park, Grapevine Hills Trail, Panorama, Sunrise

Balanced Rock Panorama

A panorama of Balanced Rock along the Grapevine Hills Trail in Big Bend National Park. Photographed in the spring of 2019.

Apr 07

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park, Grapevine Hills Trail, Sunrise

Sunrise on Balanced Rock

A sunrise on Balanced Rock in Big Bend NP. The sunrise during that moring was great and the light illuminating the rocks was awesome!

Dec 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend Ranch State Park, Long Exposure, Rio Grande, Sunset

Rio Grande

A panoramic view of Mexico from the other side of the Rio Grande in Big Bend Ranch State Park. Photographed in the fall of 2018.

Dec 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Ernst Tinaja, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Sunrise on Ernst Tinaja

I really enjoy the trip up Old Ore Road, leading to Ernst Tinaja in Big Bend National Park. The road is rough but the hike to the Tinaja is easy.

Nov 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park, Black & White, Grapevine Hills Trail, Low Key

Clouds over Balanced Rock

Balanced Rock is located at the end of the Grapevine Hills Trail in Big Bend National Park. I captured this photo during a cloudy fall day.

Nov 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Big Bend Ranch State Park, La Cuesta, Lee Fliters, Long Exposure, Sunset, Sunset Colors

La Cuesta Sunset

La Cuesta sunset along the Rio Grande in Big Bend Ranch State Park, photographed using my Lee Fitlers to extend the exposure time.

Jun 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Otter Creek, River, Snow, Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone River

Yellowstone River

The Yellowstone River near Otter Creek in Yellowstone National Park. This is a panoramic image captured ruing the winter of 2018.

May 02

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Dorgan House, Dorgan-Sublett Trail, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Sunrise at Dorgan House

Sunrise at Dorgan House was very special during my recent trip to Big Bend National Park. The colors provided by the sun and the clouds were spectacular. One of the best I have seen in this area.

Apr 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 6 comments tags: Big Bend Ranch State Park, La Cuesta, River, Starburst, Sunburst, Sunset, Sunset Colors

I photographed this sunset at La Cuesta in Big Bend Ranch State Park during a recent visit to the area. La Cuesta and Big Hill are along Highway 170 located about half way between Presidio and Terlingua.

Apr 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park, Panorama, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Balanced Rock Panorama

It is time for my spring trip to Big Bend National Park in west Texas. One of the first events was the hike up Grapevine Hills Trail to photograph a Balanced Rock Panorama.

Apr 07

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Castle Geyser, Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Castle Geyser

Castle Geyser is located about one thousand yards northeast of Old Faithful. A paved walkway leads directly to this famous geyser. I photographed it early one morning during my trip to Yellowstone.

Apr 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Dorgan House, Dorgan-Sublett Trail, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Dorgan House Sunset

Another Dorgan House Sunset photo from my trip to Big Bend National Park last December. I can only imagine what the Dorgan family's day was like, especially with their 360-degree views of the wonderful area.

Mar 31

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Castellon Mountain, Dorgan House, Dorgan-Sublett Trail, Sunset

View of Castellon

I photographed this view of Castellon Mountain at sunset from the Dorgan house which is located at the end of the Dorgan-Sublett Trail in Big Bend National Park.

Mar 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: County Kerry, Cromwell Point, Ireland, Lighthouse, Ring of Kerry

Valentia Lighthouse

Valentia Island is a great place to visit. The Valentia Lighthouse is maintained by the Commissioners of Irish Lights. The lighthouse light guides vessels from the sea and leads them through the northern entrance of Valentia Harbor past Harbor Rock.

Mar 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Channels and Terraces, Grand Prismatic Spring, Midway Geyser Basin, Panorama, Yellowstone National Park

Channels and Terraces

I always enjoy photographing the channels and terraces emanating from the Grand Prismatic Spring in the Midway Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park.

Mar 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Bacterial Mats, Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail, Lower Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Bacterial Mats

Bacterial mats along the Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail in the Lower Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park. I'm always fascinated by many color hues in these mats.

Mar 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Dead Tree, High Key Photography, Snow, Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Monochromatic Landscape

As I walked around the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone of National Park, I could not help but notice how monochromatic the landscape was.

Mar 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Old Faithful, Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Old Faithful Eruption

I photographed this Old Faithful eruption during my visit to Yellowstone National Park in February. I was walking around photographing some of of the details in the Upper Geyser Basin waiting for Old Faithful to erupt.

Mar 14

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Anemone Geyser, Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Anemone Geyser

I was searching for locations to photograph the famous Old Faithful Geyser when I ran across the Anemone Geyser. I thought it would make a good foreground so I waited patiently for the next eruption of Old Faithful.

Mar 04

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Dead Trees, Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail, Snow, Snowy Landscape, Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone Casualties

A trio of Yellowstone Casualties along the Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail in Yellowstone National Park. This area has quite a few lodgepole pine trees that could no longer tolerate the toxic waters that flow nearby.

Mar 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Firehole Falls, Firehole River, Silky Water, Waterfall, Yellowstone National Park

Winter at Firehole Falls

Firehole Falls is located right next to Firehole drive which follows the Firehole River. The narrow and short waterfall sits amidst 800-foot thick lava flows that form the canyon walls.

Mar 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Midway Geyser Basin, Opal Pool, Panorama, Snow, Snowy Landscape, Yellowstone National Park

Opal Pool Panorama

A panorama of the Opal Pool in the Midway Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park. This pool is located near the Grand Prismatic Spring.

Feb 28

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Snow, Winter Scene, Yellowstone National Park

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone in Winter

I captured this photograph of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone during my recent trip to the park. We stopped at Artist Point to photograph the famous Yellowstone Falls during our visit to the area.

Feb 26

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Dead Trees, Tangled Creek, Twisting River, Yellowstone National Park

Tangled Creek

A section of Tangled Creek near the Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail in Yellowstone National Park. I was attracted by the "Bobby Sox Trees" and the golden colors of the grass.

Feb 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Lone Tree, Snow, Soda Butte, Yellowstone National Park

Lone Tree in the Snow

Our photography workshop group searched for a "Lone Tree" the entire time we were in Yellowstone National Park. We finally found one on the last day. This tree is located near Soda Butte along highway 212 in the north side of the park.

Feb 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Dead Trees, Lower Geyser Basin, Shadows, Snow, Tangle Creek, Yellowstone National Park

Shadows in the Snow

One of our first stops during the "Winter in Yellowstone" photography workshop I attended was along the Tangled Creek portion of the Lower Geyser basin where we photographed trees casting shadows in the snow.

Feb 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Evergreen, Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail, Lone Tree, Lower Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Simplicity

I decided to focus on simplicity as part of my goals during my recent trip to Yellowstone National Park. I found some small saplings along the Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail that allowed me this opportunity.

Feb 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Wildlife 2 comments tags: American Bison, Grand Prismatic Spring, Highway 191, Snow, Yellowstone National Park

Bison on the Range

We ran across this wonderful scene of bison on the range along highway 191 on our way to photograph the Grand Prismatic Spring. What caught our eye was the ever-changing light behind the group of American Bison.

Feb 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Firehole Basin, Firehole Canyon Road, Firehole Falls, Long Exposure, Waterfall, Yellowstone National Park

Firehole Falls Panorama

This Firehole Falls Panorama was taken during a "Winter in Yellowstone" workshop to the park in the winter of 2018. This is a series of four photographs brought together in Lightroom using the Panorama merge feature.

Feb 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail, Lower Geyser Basin, Panorama, Snow, Yellowstone National Park

Fountain Paint Pot Trail

A panorama of the winter landscape around the Fountain Paint Pot Trail in the Lower Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park.

Feb 11

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Black Sand Basin, Opalescent Pool, Panorama, Sunset Lake, Yellowstone National Park

Opalescent Pool

A panorama of American Bison grazing near the Opalescent Pool in the Black Sand Basin in Yellowstone National Park is a testament of nature's beauty despite the difficult conditions.

Feb 10

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Devil's Thumb, Mammoth Hot Springs, National Parks, Palette Spring, Yellowstone National Park

Devil’s Thumb and Palette Spring

A winter panorama of Devil's Thumb and Palette Spring located within the Mammoth Hot Springs area of Yellowstone National Park.

Feb 07

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Snow, Snowy Landscape, Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Prints in the Snow

Prints in the snow found near the Old Faithful Geyser in the Upper Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park. I'm curious what walked through there and where it was going.

Feb 04

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Firehole Canyon Road, Firehole Falls, Yellowstone National Park

Firehole Falls

Firehole falls is located along Firehole Canyon Road in Yellowstone NP. They are located about half mile upstream from the confluence of the Firehole and Gibbon Rivers.

Jan 31

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Grand Prismatic Spring, Midway Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

The Grand Prismatic Spring

The Grand Prismatic Spring in the Midway Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park. I photographed the spring in the fall of 2016.

Jan 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Juniper Canyon, Lost Mine Trail, Sunrise

Another Juniper Canyon Sunrise

Another Juniper Canyon Sunrise. The location can be found about 0.8 miles up the Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park.

Jan 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Dorgan-Sublett Trail, Full Moon, Moonburst, Moonrise, Night Sky

Moon over Chisos

This Moon over Chisos photograph is one of my favorite photographs from my fall trip to the Big Bend National Park area.

Dec 31

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Brewster County, Desert, Hen Egg Mountain, Sunset, Sunset Colors

West Texas Sunset

A west Texas sunrise photographed in the area North of Terlingua, Texas in a region called the Terlingua Badlands. This is a new area for me and one I intend to return to frequently.

Dec 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Christmas 2017, Joshua Tree National Park, Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas 2017

Merry Christmas 2017! This is another spectacular sunset in the Joshua Tree National Park. Christmas lights on a young Joshua Tree.

Dec 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Castellon Mountain, Dorgan-Sublett Trail, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Dorgan House Sunrise

The Dorgan House along the Dorgan-Sublett Trail in Big Bend National Park taken at sunrise. I posted a few photos of the Dorgan house at sunset but the Dorgan House at Sunrise is special.

Dec 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Dorgan House, Dorgan-Sublett Trail, Santa Elena Canyon, Sunset

A View of Santa Elena

A sunset view of Santa Elena Canyon from the Dorgan house along the Dorgan-Sublett Trail in Big Bend National Park.

Dec 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Ocotillo Field, Starburst, Sunburst, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Prickly Pear Sunset

A prickly pear sunrise during my trip to Big Bend NP in the fall of 2017. The skies were filled with clouds which made for a great sunset.

Dec 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Castellon Mountain, Dorgan House, Dorgan-Sublett Trail, Sunset, Sunset Colors

A Window to Castellon

A window to Castellon Mountain as seen from the Dorgan House property in the Dorgan-Sublett in Big Bend National Park.

Dec 10

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Brewster County, Desert, Hen Egg Mountain, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Hen Egg Mountain

Hen Egg Mountain in southwestern Berwster County at sunset. This ia a new location for me. I scouted it in April of this year.

Dec 09

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Structures 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Dorgan Home, Dorgan-Sublett Trail, Sunset

View of Castellon Mountain

This view of Castellon Mountain is from the Dorgan house in Big Bend National Park. This vantage point is a great place to see the park.

Dec 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend Area, Snowfall, West Texas

West Texas Snowfall

A winter storm warning was issued for west Texas. I had to drive through the heart of the West Texas Snowfall yesterday morning.

Nov 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Florida, Ocean, Stuart Rocks, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Stuart Rocks Florida

Sunrise at Stuart Rocks, Florida in the spring of 2015. The sunrise colors were magnificent. A sunrise to remember.

Nov 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Hawaii, Maui, Nakalele Blowhole, Ocean, Water

Nakalele Blowhole

The Nakalele Blowhole in Maui, Hawaii, is a major attraction for anyone visiting the island. A short hike leads to this amazing landmark.

Nov 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Revine, Sunset

Sunset Sky

Another great sunset sky in Big Bend NP. Photographing into the sun is very tricky and one must find a balance to capture the image details.

Nov 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Flowering Desert, Nugent Mountain, Sunrise

Colorful Desert

The Big Bend NP desert floor in the spring of 2015 was one of the most colorful desert floors I have ever seen. I hope to see it once again.

Nov 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Nugent Mountain, Ocotillo, Sunrise

Flowering Ocotillo

The flowering Ocotillo is one of the brightest flowers on the desert floor. I enjoy photographing them, however, you need calm winds.

Nov 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Castellan Mountain, Cerro Castellan, Ocotillo, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Castellan Sunrise

A Cerro Castellan sunrise in Big Bend NP. High clouds blocked the sun that morning giving us this wonderful pink color on the clouds.

Oct 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 0 comments tags: Goldpoint, Light Painting, Nevada, Night Photography

Big Dipper over Gold Point

The Big Dipper over Gold Point, Nevada. A popular ghost town that once was a thriving mining community in central Nevada.

Sep 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Juniper Canyon, Lost Mine Trail

Juniper Canyon Sunrise

A panorma of the right side of Juniper Canyon at the end of the Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park in the summer of 2017.

Sep 10

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Lost Mine Trail, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Lost Mine Sunrise

Sunrise along the Lost Mine Trail in Big Bend National Park. I captured this photo after a 2.4 mile hike up the popular trail.

Sep 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Agave Stalks, Big Bend National Park, Blooming Agave, Chisos Mountains, Sunset

Agaves and the Chisos Mountains

A pair of American Agaves (aka Sentry Plants or Century Plants) against the Chisos Mountains in the Big Bend National Park.

Sep 04

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend Ranch State Park, Starburst, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Sunset on the Rio Grande

Sunset on the Rio Grande in Big Bend Ranch SP. I like the foreground and how the Rio Grande serves as a leading line to the setting sun.

Sep 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park, Grapevine Hills, Starburst, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Balanced Rock Sunrise

The Balanced Rock formation along the Grapevine Hills trail in Big Bend National Park. I captured this panorama in the summer of 2017.

Sep 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 3 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Rio Grande Village, Rio Grande Village Nature Trail

Rio Grande Sunset

A Rio Grande sunset photographed from the Nature Trail near the Rio Grande Village within the Big Bend National Park.

Aug 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Lechuguilla Plant, Starburst, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Lechuguilla Sunset

A pair of Lechuguilla plants, with stalks near the end of their cycle, posing at sunset in the Big Bend National Park.

Aug 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park, Grapevine Hills, Panorama, Sunrise

Grapevine Hills Sunrise

Sunrise along Grapevine Hills in Big Bend National Park showing Balanced Rock on the left side of the image.

Aug 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: County Kerry, Dunquin Harbour, Ireland, Long Exposure, Ocean, Rocks, Sea

Colorful Rocks

Colorful rocks photographed in Dunquin Harbour, County Kerry, Ireland. It was a very wet, windy and rainy day making it hard to photograph.

Aug 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: County Kerry, Ireland, Skellig Islands

Little Skellig

Little Skellig as seen from the "Wailing Woman Rock" on Skellig Michael off the coast of the Kerry Peninsula in southwestern Ireland.

Aug 04

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: County Kerry, Glenmore Lake, Ireland

Glenmore Lake

A view of Glenmore Lake from the one-lane road that separates County Kerry and County Cork in the Beara Peninsula in Ireland.

Jul 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Blasket Islands, County Kerry, Dingle Peninsula, Dunquin Harbour, Ireland

Rocks at Dunquin Harbour

Dunquin Harbour is a popular photography location in Ireland. Located at the tip of the Dingle Peninsula, it was a port for the Blaskets.

Jul 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Structures 2 comments tags: County Kerry, Ireland, Skelligs Lighthouse, Skelligs Michael

Skelligs Lighthouse

The Skelligs Lighthouse is located on the southwestern peninsula of Skelligs Michael and continues to provide safety to mariners at sea.

Jul 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Travel 2 comments tags: Ireland, Skellig Islands, Skellig Michael

Skellig Michael

Skellig Michael is one of the most amazing places in Ireland. Located off of the Ring of Kerry, the island is full of history and intrigue.

Jul 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Ballycotton Lighthouse, County Cork, Ireland, Lighthouse, Long Exposure, Ocean

Ballycotton Lighthouse

The Ballycotton Lighthouse, built in 1851 and it is located in County Cork, Ireland. It was operated by keepers until 1992.

Jul 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Ballycotton Cliffs, Black and White, County Cork, Ireland

Ballycotton Cliffs

Ballycotton Cliffs are located in County Cork, Ireland. I had the opportunity to visit this are in the summer of 2017.

Jul 09

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Ireland, Ring of Kerry, Standing Stone, Valentia Island

Standing Stone

One of my favorite locations in Southwest Ireland is Valentia Island where I encountered this standing stone near the lighthouse.

Jul 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Travel 2 comments tags: Ireland, Killarney, Silky Water, Torc Waterfall, Waterfall

Torc Waterfall

The Torc Waterfall is located about 5 Km from the city of Killarney and sits along the Ring of Kerry, a popular tourist route in Ireland.

Jul 07

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Dunquin Harbour, Ireland, Landsapes

Dunquin Harbour Panorama

Dunquin Harbour is one of my favorite spots during my recent trip to Ireland. The harbor has a number of great photography locations.

Jul 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, People & Lifestyles 2 comments tags: County Kerry, Ireland, Old House, Old Irish Home, Reenroe Beach, Waterville

Old Irish Home

I photographed this Old Irish Home after viewing it from the Waterville Golf Links during a trip to the Southwestern part of Ireland.

Jun 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Travel 2 comments tags: Dunquin Harbour, Ireland, Long Exposure, Ocean

Dunquin Harbour

Dunquin Harbour is a very famous landmark and is frequently visited by tourists. I stopped there one day and found these great boulders.

Jun 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Llano Texas, Silky Water, Silky Waterfall, Waterfall

Llano Spillway Rocks

The Llano Spillway is one of the main attractions in the Llano, TX. The region around the city is a rich geological area.

Jun 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Joshua Tree National Park, Joshua Trees, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Joshua Trees at Sunset

I photographed these Joshua Trees at Sunset during my last evening in the Joshua Tree National Park last May.

Jun 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 0 comments tags: Joshua Tree National Park, Keys Ranch, Light Painting, Night Photography

Keys Ranch Well

The Keys Ranch Well at Joshua Tree National Park supplied water to the Keys family who owned the ranch and mined the area in the early 1900's.

Jun 06

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 0 comments tags: Hidden Valley, Joshua Tree National Park, Light Painting, Night Photography

Light Painting

I did some light painting while attending a night photography workshop in the Joshua Tree National park during the spring of 2017.

May 28

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: New York, New York State Parks, Silky Waterfall, Taughannock Falls State Park, Waterfall

Taughannock Waterfall

The 215-foot waterfall in the Taughannock Waterfall system is the longest free-falling waterfall east of the Rocky Mountains.

May 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Long Exposure, New York State Parks, Silky Waterfall, Taughannock Falls State Park, Waterfall

Taughannock Falls State Park

I traveled from Buffalo, NY to the Central New York near the finger lakes to photograph the waterfalls at the Taughannock Falls State Park

May 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 0 comments tags: Hidden Valley, Joshua Tree National Park, Light Painting, Night Photography

Hidden Valley

A night photograph from the Hidden Valley area of the Joshua Tree National Park. I used the existing moonlight to light the rocks.

May 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Hidden Valley, Joshua Tree National Park, Joshua Trees, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Hidden Valley Trail

A sunset with Joshua Trees along the Hidden Valley Trail in the Joshua Tree National Park photographed in the spring of 2017.

May 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Hemingway Buttress, Joshua Tree National Park, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Hemingway Sunset

I photographed this Hemingway Sunset in the Hemingway Buttress area of the Joshua Tree NP during the start of a night photography workshop.

May 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 3 comments tags: Joshua Tree National Park, Joshua Trees, Moonset, Night Skyline

Kissing Joshua Trees

I photographed these "Kissing Joshua Trees" during a night photograph workshop in the Joshua Tree National Park in California.

May 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Joshua Tree, Joshua Tree National Park, Silhouette, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Lone Joshua Tree

I photographed this lone Joshua Tree while visiting the Hall of Horrors area in the Joshua Tree National Park in the spring of 2017.

May 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 1 comments tags: Joshua Tree National Park, Light Painting, Night Photography, Skull Rock Nature Trail

Skull Rock Nature Trail

I photographed this rock formation along the Skull Rock Nature Trail in the Joshua Tree National Park during a night photography workshop.

May 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Joshua Tree, Joshua Tree National Park, Starburst, Sunset

Joshua Tree Sunset

A Joshua Tree sunset photographed in the Hidden Valley area of the Joshua Tree NP. I used my special technique to obtain another starburst.

May 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Hidden Valley, Joshua Tree National Park, Starburst, Sunset

Hidden Valley Sunset

Another great sunset in the Hidden Valley area of the Joshua Tree NP. I achieved my goal of placing the starburst in the middle of the gap.

May 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 0 comments tags: Desert Landscape, Joshua Tree National Park, Night Photography

Arch Rock Trail

I photographed this night sky along the Arch Rock Trail in the Joshua Tree National Park while taking part in a photography workshop.

May 14

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Cap Rock, Joshua Tree National Park, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Cap Rock Sunset

I photographed this Cap Rock Sunset during my recent trip to the Joshua Tree National Park to attend a night photography workshop.

May 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 0 comments tags: Cholla Garden, Joshua Tree National Park, Night Photography

Cholla Garden

I visited the Cholla Garden at the Joshua Tree NP during the second evening of the Night Photography workshop I attended last week.

May 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 0 comments tags: Joshua Tree National Park, Lost Horse Road, Night Photography, Photography Workshop

Lost Horse Road

This night sky photograph was taken along Lost Horse Road while attending a Night Photography Workshop in the Joshua Tree NP.

May 11

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Hall of Horrors Area, Joshua Tree, Joshua Tree National Park, Starburst, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Colorful Desert Floor

There was a very colorful desert floor when I visited the Joshua Tree NP last spring. I captured this sunset at the Hall of Horrors area.

May 09

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Joshua Tree National Park, Rock Formation, Skull Rock, Sunrise

Skull Rock

I was impressed by the number of interesting rock formations in Joshua Tree NP. My favorite was Skull Rock located just off the main road.

May 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Structures 2 comments tags: Joshua Tree National Park, Keys Ranch, Starburst, Sunset

Sunset on Keys Ranch

Keys Ranch in the Joshua Tree NP is a great place for photographers. It was there that I captured this photo of a Sunset on Keys Ranch.

May 07

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Cap Rock, Joshua Tree National Park, Joshua Trees, Sunrise

Joshua Trees at Cap Rock

I photographed these Joshua Trees at Cap Rock in the Joshua Tree National Park following a night photography course in the area.

Apr 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Joshua Tree National Park, Mohave Desert, Starburst, Sunset, Sunset Colors

High View Sunset

A type of Sotol Cactus flowering along the High View Trail in the Mohave Desert portion of the Joshua Tree National Park.

Apr 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Cattail Falls, Pond, Reflection

Nature’s Kaleidoscope

I have always been a big fan of kaleidoscopes so when I encountered Nature's Kaleidoscope in the Cattail Falls area I had to photograph it.

Apr 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Big Bend Area, Big Hill, Highway 170, Panorama, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Big Hill Sunrise Panorama

I photographed this Big Hill Sunrise Panorama from a viewpoint that our group labels "Big Hill". It is located 26 miles west of Terlingua.

Apr 11

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Big Bend Ranch State Park, Hoodoo, Starburst, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Hoodoo at Sunrise

I photographed this hoodoo at the Big Bend Ranch State Park in Southwest Texas during sunrise while visiting the area this spring.

Mar 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Mushroom, Nature

Mushroom

I photographed this mushroom during sunrise at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center earlier this month.

Mar 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Llano Texas, Silky Water, Waterfall

Llano Spillway

I stopped at the Llano dam to photograph the Llano spillway during one of my Texas wildflower scouting trips to the area.

Feb 28

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Howard Murph Memorial Park, Rockport Texas, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Setting Sun

I arrived at the Howard Murph Park near Rockport during low tide and decided to incorporate the seashells into my photo of the setting sun.

Feb 26

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Fishing Pier, Fulton Beach, Fulton Beach Road, Pier, Rockport Texas

Fishing Pier House

I photographed this Fishing Pier House located on Fulton Beach Road during my last morning in Rockport, Texas earlier this month.

Feb 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Fishing Pier, Howard Murph Memorial Park, Old Pier, Rockport Texas

Seashells on the Seashore

When I captured this photograph near Rockport, Texas the tongue twister "She sells sea shells on the seashore" came to mind.

Feb 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Fishing Pier, Howard Murph Memorial Park, Old Pier, Rockport Texas

Lonely Pier

I photographed this Lonely Pier shortly after photographing the same pier a few minutes earlier and a few dozen yards north of this point.

Feb 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Fishing Pier, Fulton Beach, Fulton Beach Road, Rockport Texas

Sunrise Pier

I photographed this sunrise pier a few minutes before photographing the old pier I posted last week. I chose the other one for the sunrise.

Feb 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, People & Lifestyles 0 comments tags: Howard Murph Memorial Park, Photographer, Rockport Texas, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Sunset Photographer

I photographed this sunset photographer during my visit to Howard Murph Memorial Park during my recent trip to Rockport, Texas.

Feb 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Howard Murph Memorial Park, Old Pier, Rockport Texas, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Sunset on Old Pier

I photographed this sunset on an old pier during my last evening in Rockport, Texas. I went to Howard Murph Memorial Park to find a new scene.

Feb 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Fulton Beach, Fulton Beach Road, Pier, Rockport Texas, Sunrise

Old Pier

I photographed this Old Pier at sunrise along Fulton Beach Road during my recent trip to Rockport ,Texas using my ND filter.

Feb 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Black and White, Fog, Foggy Morning, Fulton Beach Pier, Fulton Beach Road

Foggy Fulton Pier

I decided to photograph the Fulton Pier along Fulton Beach in Rockport, Texas despite a Dense Fog Advisory during my recent trip to the area.

Feb 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Boat, Colorful Sunset, Full Moon, Maritime, Rockport, Sunset, Texas

Captain Chen II

This photograph of the "Captain Chen II" was taken near Fulton Harbor in the Rockport, TX area during my trip there last week.

Feb 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Structures 2 comments tags: Austin, Bridge, Lake Austin, Pennybacker Bridge, Reflection, Texas

Pennybacker Bridge Reflection

I noticed that a friend of mine posted a time lapse of the Pennybacker Bridge at sunrise.I decided to photograph this great bridge as well.

Feb 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Copano Bay, Howard Murph Memorial Park, Rockport, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Copano Bay Sunset

I captured this Copano Bay Sunset from the Howard Murph Memorial Park during my recent trip to Rockport, Texas. I photographed here before.

Feb 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Howard Murph Memorial Park, Rockport TX, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Rockport Beach Sunset

I was going through my photographs from last year's trip to the Texas Gulf Coast when I ran across this Rockport beach sunset photograph.

Feb 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Lake, Mountains, String Lake

Grand Teton View

I photographed this view of the Grand Teton mountains along the shore of String Lake a few minutes before the photograph I posted yesterday.

Jan 31

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Lake, Mountains, String Lake

String Lake

The String Lake trail follows the String Lake shoreline. I found this interesting rock and decided that it would make a good foreground.

Jan 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Jackson Lake, Teton Mountain Range

Teton Reflection

I photographed this Teton Reflection during a visit to Jackson Lake last fall. The Teton Mountain Range is an amazing mountain range.

Jan 26

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Yellowstone Lake, Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone Lake

I captured this photograph of Yellowstone Lake form the West Thumb Information Center (West Thumb Geyser Basin) in Yellowstone NP.

Jan 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Mammoth Hot Springs, Orange Spring Mound, Yellowstone National Park

Orange Spring Mound

I captured this photograph of the Orange Spring Mound while visiting Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone National Park last fall.

Jan 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Waterfall, Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone River

Artist’s Point View

If I were a painter I would certainly put Artist's Point in Yellowstone National Park high on my list of places to visit and paint from.

Jan 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone River

Yellowstone River

I captured this panorama of the Yellowstone River during a lunch stop along during my recent photography workshop in Yellowstone NP.

Jan 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Chinese Spring, Old Faithful, Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Chinese Spring

This photograph of Chinese Spring was taken after the photograph I took of Old Faithful during my last visit to Yellowstone National Park.

Jan 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Excelsior Geyser Crater, Yellowstone National Park

Excelsior Geyser Crater

I photographed the Excelsior Geyser Crater which is located near the Grand Prismatic Spring during my last trip to Yellowstone NP.

Jan 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Crackling Lake, Norris Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Crackling Lake

Crackling Lake is a geothermal feature in the Norris Geyser Basin which is part of the Yellowstone National Park.

Jan 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Dead Trees, Marsh, Norris Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Norris Geyser Basin

I captured this photograph from the boardwalk at the Norris Geyser Basin during my trip to Yellowstone National Park last fall.

Jan 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Chisos Mountains, Moonset

Chisos Moonset

I photographed this moonset over the Chisos mountain last December during my fall trip to Big Bend NP. The sunrise light was perfect.

Jan 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: South Africa, Table Mountain National Park, Tidal Pool

Tidal Pool

I photographed this Tidal Pool at the Table Mountain National Park in South Africa. The park has many features and wildlife to photograph.

Jan 07

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: South Africa, Sunrise, Zulu Nyala

African Sunrise

I photographed this African sunrise during my trip to South Africa last year. I kept looking for a lone tree and this one stood out.

Jan 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Photographer, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Waiting Photographer

I captured this photograph of a waiting photographer during my trip to Rockport, TX last year. He patiently stood there until the sun set.

Jan 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Howard Murph Memorial Park, Rockport TX, Sunset

Rockport Sunset

I captured this Rockport Sunset during my trip to the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge last February to photograph the wonderful birds there.

Jan 02

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 6 comments tags: Grotto, Hamilton Pool, Waterfall

Hamilton Pool Waterfall

A friend of mine had some free time so we made a day trip to the Hamilton Pool Nature Preserve to photograph the Hamilton Pool waterfall.

Dec 31

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: 2016 Year In Review

Best of 2016 – Storm Over Austin

Another 2016 highlight was this photograph of a storm over Austin last summer. I captured this panorama image from the Zilker Clubhouse.

Dec 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: 2016 Year In Review

Best of 2016 – Niagara Falls

Another memorable trip of 2016 was my trip to Buffalo, NY. I traveled across the border into Canada to visit Niagara Falls.

Dec 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: 2016 Year In Review

Best of 2016 – Hamilton Pool

This photograph of Hamilton Pool was the first photograph in 2016 that was memorable to me. It was a nice, sunny day without a big crowd.

Dec 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Full Moon, Moonset, Super Moon, Terlingua

Moonset Over Terlingua

I captured this photograph of the moonset over Terlingua during my last trip to Big Bend NP. We hiked up a small hill to this vantage point.

Dec 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Glen Springs, Moonset, Sunrise

Glen Springs Sunrise and Moonset

I photographed Nugent Mountain and the Chisos Mountain Range from the Glen Springs area of Big Bend NP during a unique moonset and sunrise.

Dec 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Colorado River, Fall Colors, Lake Austin, Lighthouse, Reflection

Lighthouse

I photographed this Lighthouse at sunrise from the overlook near the Pennybacker Bridge over Lake Austin during the last full moon of f2016.

Dec 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Colorado River, Moonset, Pennybacker Bridge, Super Moon

Fall Sunrise Moonset

I photographed this fall sunrise moonset the this week when a friend and I went to the Pennybacker Bridge Overlook to photograph the scene.

Dec 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Madison River, Starburst, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors, Yellowstone National Park

Foggy Sunrise

One of my most memorable events during my recent trip to Yellowstone National Park was the foggy sunrise we spotted along the Madison River.

Dec 14

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Prismatic Spring, Microbial Mat, Yellowstone National Park

Microbial Mat

I photographed these microbial mats which form along the edges of the Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone National Park.

Dec 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Badlands, Big Bend National Park, Sunset

Badlands of Big Bend

Another sunset photograph of the Badlands of Big Bend NP. This location is now a regular stop during my photography trips to the park.

Dec 06

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Panorama, South Rim

South Rim Panorama

I decided to post this South Rim Panorama so you could get a feel for what a sunrise at the top of the South Rim at Big Bend NP looks like.

Dec 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Santa Elena Canyon, South Rim

South Rim View

One of the most beautiful views in the entire Big Bend NP has to be the South Rim View. This vantage point showcases the Santa Elena Canyon.

Dec 04

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park, Grapevine Hills Trail

Balance Rock Sunrise

A favorite hike in Big Bend NP is up the Grapevine Hills Trail to Balanced Rock. It was there where I captured another Balanced Rock Sunrise.

Dec 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Full Moon, Moonrise, Super Moon

South Rim Sunrise

The most memorable activity from my last trip to Big Bend NP was the 12-mile hike to the South Rim where I captured this South Rim Sunrise.

Dec 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Castellon Mountain, Moonrise

Moonrise over Castellan

I photographed the moonrise over Castellan Mountain at Big Bend National Park during a very rare event. The moon was larger than normal.

Nov 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Chicago, Starburst, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors, Surf

Sunrise Surf

This photograph of the sunrise surf is the last one of the photographs from my trip to Chicago over the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Nov 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Chicago, Lake Michigan, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Sunrise over Lake Michigan

I captured this photograph of a Sunrise over Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline during my recent trip to the Chicago area.

Nov 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Jenny Lake

Jenny Lake

I captured this photo of Jenny Lake during a visit the Grand Teton NP last September. The Overlook is a great place to view the scenery.

Nov 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Beach, Chicago, Dogs, Starburst, Sunrise

Dog Walker

I was photographing the Chicago Skyline early yesterday morning when I stopped to photograph a dog walker on the shores of Lake Michigan.

Nov 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Prismatic Spring, Runoff, Yellowstone National Park

Grand Prismatic Runoff

The Grand Prismatic Spring was one of my favorite geological sites in Yellowstone NP. I photographed this runoff at the entrance to the area.

Nov 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Hot Spring, Reflection, Yellowstone National Park

Nameless Spring

Most of the geothermal features in Yellowstone NP have names. I ran across this hot spring that was nameless. I called it Nameless Spring.

Nov 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Castle Geyser, Firehole Basin, Yellowstone National Park

Castle Geyser

Castle Geyser is located in the same geyser complex as Old Faithful and is a short walk down the Continental Divide Trail.

Nov 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Schwabachers Landing, Sunrise

Schwabacher Reflection

I captured this photograph of the Schwabacher reflection after completing the sunrise image that I posted earlier this week.

Nov 14

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Grasses, Schwabachers Landing, Sunrise

Grassy Reflection

I photographed this grassy reflection after capturing the Schwabacher's Landing sunrise photograph that I posted yesterday.

Nov 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Schwabachers Landing, Sunrise, Teton Mountain Range

Schwabachers Landing

Schwabachers Landing in the Grand Teton NP was one of my favorite stops during my recent trip there. This is one of my favorite photos.

Nov 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Mountains, Teton Mountain Range

Cloudy Teton Range

I captured this photograph of the Teton Mountain Range during my first full day of the photography workshop in the Grand Teton National Park.

Nov 11

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Solitary Geyser, Yellowstone National Park

Solitary Geyser

Solitary Geyser is located along the Upper Geyser Basin. I photographed this geyser panorama during my recent trip to Yellowstone NP.

Nov 09

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Chimney's Trail

Chimneys Trail

Chimneys Trail in Big Bend National Park is a fairly easy hike that leads to a nice geological formation called the Chimneys.

Nov 07

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Dry Riverbed, Rio Grande, Santa Elena Canyon

Dry Riverbed

I captured this photograph of the Dry Riverbed along the Santa Elena Canyon last spring during my last visit to Big Bend National Park.

Nov 06

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Madison River, Starburst, Sunrise, Yellowstone National Park

Madison River Sunrise

The sunrise photographs I captured along the Madison River are some of my favorite photographs from my recent trip to Yellowstone NP.

Nov 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Dead Tree, Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail, Yellowstone National Park

Desolate Landscape

I photographed this Desolate Landscape while walking along the Fountain Paint Pot Nature Trail in Yellowstone National Park earlier this year.

Nov 04

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Gibbon Falls, Waterfall, Yellowstone National Park

Gibbon Falls in Color

I posted a photo of Gibbon Falls in black and white last month. This one is a wider view and processed in color.

Nov 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Boardwalk, Firehole Basin, Hot Lake, Walkway, Yellowstone National Park

Hot Lake Walkway

The Hot Lake Walkway leads to Hot Lake in Yellowstone National Park. Hot lake is probably the most "normal" looking water feature in the Park.

Nov 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Jackson Lake, Reflection

Reflection on Jackson Lake

I captured this photograph of a near perfect reflection on Jackson Lake during my recent visit to the Grand Teton National Park.

Oct 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Santa Elena Canyon, Sunrise

Santa Elena Canyon Sunrise

I captured this photograph of the Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend last April. I have been to the canyon multiple times and I have yet to get a good photograph with nice clouds.

Oct 29

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Lewis Falls, Lewis River, Yellowstone National Park

Lewis River Reflection

This is my fourth and final photograph of the Lewis River area taken during my trip to Yellowstone NP. I took this one near the parking area.

Oct 28

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Waterfall, Yellowstone National Park

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

I captured this image of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone from Artist Point, a popular spot to view the Lower Falls of the Yellowstone.

Oct 26

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Lewis Falls, Lewis River, Yellowstone National Park

Lewis Falls Downstream

A photograph of Lewis Falls taken during my recent trip to Yellowstone NP. I am impressed by the number of fallen trees in this area.

Oct 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Prismatic Spring, Panorama, Yellowstone National Park

Grand Prismatic Spring

The Grand Prismatic Spring was not only my favorite geothermal feature at Yellowstone Nation Park but it was also the most impressive.

Oct 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Old Faithful, Yellowstone National Park

Old Faithful

No trip to Yellowstone would be complete without a visit to Old Faithful. I had the chanced to see it during my recent trip to the area.

Oct 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Gibbon Falls, Waterfall, Yellowstone National Park

Gibbon Falls

Gibbon Falls is a popular stop for tourists visiting Yellowstone National Park. I stopped there during my recent trip to the park.

Oct 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Dark Skies, Grand Teton National Park, Mountains

Cloudy Tetons

I captured this photograph of the Cloudy Tetons from the Jackson Lake Overlook during my first day of the Photography Workshop in the area.

Oct 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 6 comments tags: Lewis River, Yellowstone National Park

Lewis River

The Lewis River is an 18-mile-long tributary of the Snake River. The entire river is located within the boundaries of Yellowstone NP.

Oct 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Fall Colors, Lewis Falls, Lewis River, Waterfall, Yellowstone National Park

Lewis Falls

Lewis Falls is one of the many waterfalls in the Yellowstone NP. We stopped here during our second day of our photography workshop.

Oct 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Chromatic Pool, Yellowstone National Park

Chromatic Pool

Yellowstone NP is full of amazing geological features and specifically hundreds of geothermal features. Chromatic Pool is one of them.

Oct 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Mormon Row, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Fiery Sunrise

I captured this fiery sunrise during my recent trip to the Grand Teton National Park while photographing the barns on Mormon Row.

Oct 09

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Sunset, Yellowstone Lake, Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone Sunset

Following a nice dinner at the Lake Yellowstone Hotel, we headed out to Yellowstone Lake to try and capture a great Yellowstone sunset.

Oct 07

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Canary Spring, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone National Park

Canary Springs

The Mammoth Hot Springs area in the Yellowstone National Park is amazing! My favorite spot in the area is the Canary Springs terraces.

Oct 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 5 comments tags: Firehole Basin, White Dome Geyser, Yellowstone National Park

White Dome Geyser

The White Dome Geyser is located in the Lower Geyser Basin in Yellowstone NP, about 200 yards down the road from the Great Fountain Geyser

Oct 04

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Boardwalk, Upper Geyser Basin, Walkway, Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone Boardwalk

I saw a book titled "Yellowstone: A Land of Wild and Wonder" with a Yellowstone boardwalk on the cover. I found two similar boardwalk scenes.

Oct 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Firehole Basin, Great Fountain Geyser, Yellowstone National Park

Great Fountain Geyser

The Great Fountain Geyser is located in the Firehole Lake area of the Lower Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park.

Oct 02

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Structures 0 comments tags: Barns, Grand Teton National Park, Mormon Row, TA Moulton Barn

T. A. Moulton Barn

Most photographers that visit the Grand Teton NP flock to Mormon Row to photograph the T. A. Moulton Barn. The barn was high on my list.

Oct 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Jackson Lake Lodge Vista, Panorama

Teton Mountain Range Vista

I captured this panorama of the Teton Mountain Range Vista from the Jackson Lake Lodge in the Grand Teton National Park.

Sep 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Madison River, Reflection, Sunrise, Yellowstone National Park

Madison River Reflection

We stopped to photograph the Madison River reflection during our last full day in the Yellowstone National Park.

Sep 28

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Jackson Lake, Mt. Moran, Signal Mountain

Jackson Lake

I captured this image of Jackson Lake and the Grand Teton Mountain Range from Signal Mountain during my recent trip to the Park.

Sep 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 8 comments tags: Grand Teton National Park, Mountains, Teton Mountain Range

Teton Mountain Range

I captured this photograph of the Teton Mountain Range during my first day of a photography workshop. I used my iPhone 6 to take a panorama.

Aug 31

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Desert Colors, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Desert Flora Sunset

I photographed this desert flora sunset during my trip to Big Bend NP last year. The clouds were sparse but the desert flowers were amazing.

Aug 29

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Lost Mine Trail, Sunrise, Sunrise Colors

Sunrise on Big Bend

This image taken last December of another sunrise on Big Bend is from the Lost Mine Trail, another one of my favorite hikes in the park.

Aug 28

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 0 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park, Milky Way Galaxy

Balanced Rock Night Sky

One of my favorite Big Bend hikes is the hike to Balanced Rock. I hiked up early to capture this Balanced Rock night sky image.

Aug 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Howard Murph Memorial Park, Ocean, Rockport TX, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Coastal Sunset

This coastal sunset photo is another one from my trip to Rockport. It was taken a couple of minutes before the photo of the The Photographer.

Aug 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Santa Elena Canyon, Sunrise

Santa Elena Sunrise

One of my favorite spots, and one of the most geologically dramatic areas in Big Bend National Park is the Santa Elena Canyon area.

Aug 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Colorado River, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Colorado River Sunset

I have posted a few Colorado River sunset images in the past including one with the Pennybacker Bridge. This is another image from the same series.

Jul 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Post Processing 0 comments tags: Natural Falls State Park, Oklahoma, Vintage Processing

Natural Falls

I passed the sign for Natural Falls State Park as I was driving to visit family in Arkansas. I decided to visit the park in order to photograph the falls.

Jul 26

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Sunset, Suset Colors

Austin Skyline – New Vantage Point

I have been looking for new vantage points for photographing the Austin skyline. I decided to try this one after one of my friends inquired about it.

Jul 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, People & Lifestyles 0 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Sunset, Swimmer

Swimming at Lou Neff Point

Meet Luis! Luis decided to go swimming at Lou Neff Point at the same time I decided to photograph the Austin skyline at sunset.

Jul 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Full Moon, Sunset

Full Moon Over Austin

This image of the full moon over Austin was taken just a couple of minutes prior to the image I posted yesterday titled "Howl at the Moon".

Jul 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Downtown Austin, Full Moon, Reflection, Town Lake

Howl at the Moon

Every full moon is deemed "Howl at the Moon" night by the Austin community. I captured this image during the full moon evening earlier this month.

Jul 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Sahm Hill Summit, Sunrise

Sahm Hill Summit

I captured this sunrise of downtown austin from Sahm Hill Summit. I have been wanting to photograph downtown from this vantage point for some time.

Jul 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Buffalo NY, Niagara Falls, Waterfall

Niagara Falls Light Show

I was looking forward to the Niagara Falls Light Show when I decided to visit Niagara Falls one evening but I was very disappointed with the show.

Jul 10

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Buffalo History Museum, Buffalo NY, Sunset Colors

Colorful Museum Sunset

The colorful museum sunset below was taken a few minutes after the photograph that I posted earlier this week titled Buffalo History Museum Sunset.

Jul 09

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 5 comments tags: Black & White, Buffalo NY, Niagara Falls, Waterfall

Niagara Falls

I normally do not visit Niagara Falls during my visit to the area. I decided to make an impromptu trip there one evening to photograph the falls.

Jul 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Buffalo NY, Eternal Flame, Waterfall

Eternal Flame

The "eternal flame" is found in a grotto housed within a waterfall in a park south of Buffalo. The fire is fueled by natural gas that seeps into the grotto.

Jul 07

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Buffalo Lighthouse, Buffalo NY, Sunset, Sunset Colors

Buffalo Lighthouse at Sunset

One of the items on my photography list during my trip to Buffalo, New York was to photograph the Buffalo Lighthouse (aka Buffalo Main Light) at Sunset.

Jul 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Buffalo, Buffalo History Museum, Buffalo NY, Sartburst, Sunset

Buffalo History Museum Sunset

I captured this Buffalo History Museum sunset during a trip to the area. The clouds were not great but the reflection and the starburst turned out well.

Jul 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 2 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Moon, Night Sky, Strawberry Moon

Strawberry Moon Skyline

This is my final image of the Austin Strawberry Moon Skyline series taken a couple of weeks ago during the summer solstice.

Jul 02

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Pedernales Falls State Park, Sunset

Pedernales Falls Sunset

This is my last Pedernales Falls sunset image from my recent visit to the Park. I found a large limestone rock and decide to captured a few images.

Jun 29

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Panorama, Sunset

Austin Skyline Sunset

I captured this photograph of the Austin Skyline sunset a few minutes before the long-awaited Strawberry Moon rose above the horizon.

Jun 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Pedernales Falls State Park, Reflection, Sunset, Sunset Colors, Water, Waterfall

Sunset Reflection

At first I was not too excited about this photograph but then I decided that there was more to it than the sunset reflection on the water.

Jun 26

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Panorama, Pedernales Falls State Park, Sunset, Waterfall

Pedernales Falls Sunset Panorama

I have not posted a panorama in a while so I thought I would post a Pedernales Falls Sunset Panorama that I captured during my trip to park last week.

Jun 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Pedernales Falls State Park, Rushing Water, Sunset, Sunset Colors, Waterfall

Last Rays

I enjoy capturing the colorful last rays of a sunset. This was the case when I captured this photo during my trip to Pedernales Falls SP.

Jun 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Moon, Moon Reflection, Pedernales Falls State Park

Moonrise

I went to Pedernales Falls State Park to photograph the sunset. Instead, I ended up photographing the great moonrise occurring behind me.

Jun 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Blood Moon, Night, Strawberry Moon

Strawberry Moon

For the first time in 50 years we were witness to a strawberry moon during the summer solstice. So, I set out earlier this week to capture this rare event.

Jun 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Pedernales Falls State Park, Starburst, Sunset, Waterfall

Pedernales Falls Sunset

Pedernales Falls State Park is one of my favorite parks. Seeing that the weather was great, I went there a couple of days ago to photograph the sunset.

Jun 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Blue Gum Tree, Plantation, South Africa, Sunset

Blue Gum Tree Sunset

This photograph of the Blue Gum Tree sunset is the third in the series taken during last month's trip to South Africa. The first two are from a distance.

Jun 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Long Exposure, Pedernales Falls State Park, Waterfall

Pedernales Falls

Pedernales Falls State Park is one of my favorite parks in Central Texas. I went to the park recently to photograph the falls.

Jun 04

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Beach, iSimangaliso Park, Long Exposure, ND Filters, South Africa

iSimangaliso Beach

The iSimangaliso Wetland Park was high on my list of places to visit during my trip to South Africa. I used my ND Filters to photograph its wonderful beaches.

Jun 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Cape of Good Hope, Ocean, Rocks, South Africa, Surf

Rocky Surf

After visiting the Cape of Good Hope I decided to stop at a rocky outcrop to photograph the surf and the rocks prior to heading back to Cape Town.

May 28

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Beach, Cape Town, Clifton, South Africa, Starburst, Sunset

Clifton Sunset

I drove up Chapman's Peak Drive on my way back to Cape Town from the Cape of Good Hope and stopped in the town of Clifton. This is where I captured this sunset.

May 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Cape Town, Panorama, South Africa, Table Mountain

Cape Town Panorama

Cape Town is the third largest city in South Africa behind Durban and Johannesburg. I photographed a panorama of the Cape Town area during my trip to the area.

May 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Airplane, High Altitude, South Africa, Sunrise

High Altitude Sunrise

This is the last day of my trip to South Africa. I appreciate all of you that followed my travels and lived vicariously through my daily blog posts. Thank you for your comments and praises.

May 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 3 comments tags: South Africa, Sunrise, Zulu Nyala

Zulu Sunrise

One of the great things about my trip to South Africa were the beautiful sunrises. It was great to wake up to nice color pallet of red, yellow and orange.

May 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Blue Gum Tree Plantation, Eucalyptus globules, South Africa, Sunset

Plantation

After capturing the photo from yesterday's post, I moved closer to capture a closeup of the Blue Gum Tree tree rows, the remaining sunset and the stormy clouds.

May 14

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Blue Gum Tree, Eucalyptus globulus, South Africa, Sunset

Stormy Plantation

Upon arrival to our final destination in South Africa, we could not help but notice the miles of Blue Gum Tree plantations. Literally thousands of acres.

May 07

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Agave, Big Bend National Park, Century Plant, Chisos Mountains

Centuries and Millennia

This photograph of the Chisos Mountain Range and the two Century Plants was taken at sunset on the western side of the Big Bend National Park.

May 06

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Chisos Mountains, Prickly Pear

Chisos Sunrise

We normally stop along Glen Springs Road to photograph the sunrise onto Nugent Mountain and the Chisos Mountain Range on our way out of Big Bend National Park.

May 05

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Desert Plants, Tree Cholla

Desert Plants

Desert plants like this Tree Cholla are not only beautiful but they have adapted to the environment and have been surviving and thriving for millennia.

May 02

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Flowers, LBJ Wildflower Center, Rain Lilly, Texas Wildflowers

Wildflower Meadow

One of the big advantages of going out to the LBJ Wildflower Center in Austin is to see the wildflower meadows in the springtime.

May 01

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Castelo Mountain, Prickly Pear

Cerro Castellan

Cerro Castellan (Castellan Mountain) is located near the Castolon Visitors Center (note the different spelling) on the scenic Ross Maxwell Drive in the Big Bend National Park.

Apr 29

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Reflection, Rio Grande, Santa Elena Canyon, Sunset

Santa Elena

One of our favorite photography locations in the Big Bend National Park is Santa Elena Canyon. We usually photograph the canyon at sunrise and we decided to try a sunset shot as well.

Apr 25

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Chihuahuan Desert, Chisos Mountains, Prickly Pear Flower

Chihuahuan Desert

The Big Bend National Park is located in the Chihuahuan Desert. This desert is the second largest in North America, covering about 140,000 square miles.

Apr 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Glen Springs Road, Starburst, Sunrise

Prickly Pear Starburst

It is a tradition during our annual trips to the Big Bend National Park to stop along the Glen Springs Road for a sunrise photo. This year was no exception.

Apr 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Chimney's Trail, Starburst, Sunrise

Chimneys

One of the things that I enjoy about my visits to the Big Bend National Park is exploring new locations. One of the new trails we explored was the Chimneys trail.

Apr 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 6 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park

Big Bend #1

One of my favorite hikes in the Big Bend NP is the hike up the Grapevine Hills Trail. T's an easy 2.2-mile hike that leads to the Balanced Rock formation

Apr 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Wildlife 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Chihuahuan Raven, Lost Mine Trail

Big Bend #2

My favorite hike in all of the park is the Lost Mine Trail hike. There are may Texas Wildflowers and geological formations along the route.

Apr 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Rio Grande

Big Bend #3

The Rio Grande serves as a border between the US and Mexico. You can access it throughout the park, however, this photograph was taken outside the park.

Apr 16

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Ocotillo, Sunset

Big Bend #4

We usually stop at the "Ocotillo Fields" near the park entrance to photograph the sunset on our first day at the Park. The official road is Texas Highway 118 and it's named "Panther Junction Road".

Apr 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend NP, Glenn Springs, Sunrise

Big Bend #5

The Glenn Springs area is filled with great history and it has a lot of possibilities for a great photograph. Unfortunately, the weather conditions have rarely cooperated.

Apr 14

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Best of Big Bend, Big Bend National Park

Best of Big Bend

I'm off to my annual spring trip to Big Bend and I thought I would share my top five landscape photos from my 2015 trips. This one merited an Honorable Mention.

Apr 02

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Florida, Ocean, Stuart Beach Rocks, Sunrise

Sunrises

This is another photo in the Stuart Rocks Beach sunrise sequence. This post also contains some tips on how to photograph sunrises and sunsets.

Apr 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 11 comments tags: National Organization of Talent, Rare Events and Landscapes

Photo of the Year!

I was informed late yesterday that I have been awarded the "Photo of the Year" award by the National Organization of Talent (NOT) in the category of Rare Events And Landscapes (REAL).

Mar 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Florida, Stuart Rocks, Sunrise

Sunrise State

Florida is known as the "Sunshine State" but I think "Sunrise State" would be equally descriptive. I was looking for rocky beaches to photograph the sunrise and found one near Stuart, FL.

Mar 26

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 6 comments tags: Pedernales Falls State Park

Pedernales Falls

This photograph was taken at Pedernales Falls State Park in an area just below the falls. I like this area because it is full of interesting pot holes.

Mar 24

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Bull Creek Waterfall, Long Exposure, neutral density filters

Silky Waterfall

I made this photograph by using my Neutral Density filters. By doing so, I was able to extend the shutter time to over one minute and capture the "silky water".

Mar 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 3 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Juniper Canyon, Lost Mine Trail, Sunrise

Lost Mine Trail Sunrise

This photo of Juniper Canyon was taken last year during my first group photography trip to Big Bend NP. It was taken from the Lost Mine Trail overlook.

Mar 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Florida, Stuart Rocks, Sunrise

Rocky Sunrise

I made a trip to Florida in March of 2015. I took advantage of the trip and ventured out to scout some good sunrise locations. Stuart Beach was high on my list.

Mar 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park, Panorama, Sunrise

Balanced Panorama

This photograph was captured in Big Bend NP at the end of Grapevine Hills Trail, where the Balanced Rock formation resides. I posted a similar photograph titled "Balanced Sunrise" last December.

Mar 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Lake Austin, Sunset

Popular Sunset

This is the second image of this sunset from my photo shoot back in January. The silhouetted trees reflecting in the water attracted me to this location.

Mar 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Night Photography

Austin Skyiline

This Austin Skyline photograph was taken from the banks of Town Lake near the Auditorium shores area. The bridge you see on the right is Congress Avenue.

Mar 14

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Hamilton Pool, Waterfall

Hamilton Pool

This is the second image from my trip to the Hamilton Pool Preserve. This image was taken from the top of the stairway that leads down into the grotto.

Mar 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: 360 Bridge, Austin, Colorado River, Lake Austin, Pennybacker Bridge

March Sunset

I keep returning to Austin's Pennybacker Bridge overlook with hopes to get a great sunset photo. I tried once again earlier this week but it was not fantastic.

Mar 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 3 comments tags: Birds, Composite Photo, Rockport, Sunset, Texas

Composite

This is what is called a composite photograph. It is not a "real" photograph as it is made up of multiple photographs, ten photographs to be exact.

Mar 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, People & Lifestyles 0 comments tags: Fishing, Howard Murph Memorial Park, Rockport TX, Sunset

Fishing

This is another sunset image from Rockport, TX. I noticed this couple fishing and I thought their shiloutted bodies against the sunset made for a good photo.

Mar 02

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: LBJ Wildflower Center, Sunrise

Center Sunrise

This photograph was taken at the LBJ Wildflower Center. I searched for a good sunrise location and found this window that faced in the right direction.

Feb 28

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Howard Murph Memorial Park, Rockport TX, Sunset

Sunset Colors

This photograph was taken during my recent trip to Rockport, at the Howard Murph Park a few minutes before "The Photographer" photo that I posted previously.

Feb 23

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Wildlife 2 comments tags: Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, Rockport TX, Sunset

Egret at Sunrise

The early morning boat ride out to the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. I photographed this Great Egret at Sunrise during our first morning on the Refuge.

Feb 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 3 comments tags: Howard Murph Memorial Park, Rockport TX, Sunset

Touch-and-Go

This is another image from my recent trip to Rockport, TX. In this photograph, the pilot is conducting a practice landing and take-off drill.

Feb 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, People & Lifestyles 2 comments tags: John Martell, Rockport TX, Sunset

The Photographer

This sunset photograph was taken in a park near the Rockport airport called Howard Murph Memorial Park. The photographer in the image below is John Martell.

Feb 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Night & Sky 2 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Downtown Austin, Night Skyline

Ninja Style

I enjoy trying to find new vantage points to photograph the Austin Skyline. I headed over the the Lamar Pedestrian Bridge to photograph the night skyline.

Jan 30

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Hamilton Pool, Landscape, Waterfall

Hamilton Pool

I took some time to visit three of our nearby county and state parks the other day. One of my stops was at the Hamilton Pool Preserve.

Jan 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Austin, Colorado River, Pennybacker Bridge, Sunset

Pennybacker Sunset

I was sitting down to watch the news when I noticed the clouds were turning orange. I grabbed my camera and headed to the Pennybacker Bridge overlook.

Jan 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Austin Skyline

Colorful

Few locations exist for landscape photographers in central Texas. Most of us gravitate to cityscapes. This is where I captured this colorful sunrise.

Jan 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Night Photography, Sunset

200th

I can't believe this is my 200th post. It has definitely exceeded my expectations. It seems like it was only the other day that I was writing my 150th post.

Jan 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 6 comments tags: Austin, Sunset

ATX

Although ATX stands for many other things, people in the Austin area refer to Austin as ATX (Austin, TX). So, this is an ATX skyline at dusk.

Jan 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Austin, Austin Skyline, Sunrise

Sunrise

I mentioned in a recent post that I went scouting for a sunrise location to photograph Austin's growing skyline. I found a location named Lou Neff Point.

Jan 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Wildlife 0 comments tags: Austin Skyline, Zilker Park

Scouting

I took some time during the day yesterday to go scouting for new photography locations when I ran across this site near Zilker Park near downtown Austin.

Jan 14

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Wildlife 4 comments tags: Northern Cardinal, Pedernales Falls State Park

Handsome

I wasn't going to post another image of a cardinal for a while until I met this handsome guy. So, here you go. Meet another Northern Cardinal.

Jan 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Cedar Log

Scarecrow

I was looking for interesting subjects to photograph the other day when I ran across a cedar log that looked like the Scarecrow from the Wizard of OZ.

Jan 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Moss, Water Drop

Mossactites

I encountered a moss-covered cliff while hiking Bull Creek park. The constant dripping had formed many moss "stalactites". I called them "mossactites".

Jan 09

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Ferns, Inks Lake State Park, Lichen

Lichen and Ferns

I had the opportunity recently to go on a short hike with a friend at the Inks Lake State Park. We saw some rock outcroppings covered in lichen and ferns.

Jan 07

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Bull Creek, Rock and Tree

Black and White

Next in the digital B&W series is an image I have titled "Black and White". I did so because there are really only two colors, pure black and bright white.

Jan 06

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Log, Waterfall

Waterfall

This is the second image in the b&w series that began with yesterday's "Floating Leaf" post. This waterfall image was taken just a few feet downstream.

Jan 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Floating Leaf

Floating

I am attracted to B&W photography. I set out the other day to capture color images that I could convert to B&W. That's where I captured this floating leaf.

Dec 29

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Arches National Park, Dead Tree

Dead

I visited Arches National Park in the spring of 2013 and captured the image of this fallen dead tree.

Dec 28

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Arches National Park, Fiery Furnace

Fiery Furnace

As a follow-up to yesterday's post, the images below are from the Arches National Park and specifically an area called the Fiery Furnace.

Dec 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Photography Locations 0 comments tags: Arches National Park, Moab, Utah

Three Gossips

Three Gossips is a mid-sized sandstone tower (about 350 feet at its tallest wall) sitting atop a roundish pedestal within the Courthouse Towers "cluster"

Dec 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Boquillas Canyon

Boquillas

We had a chance to visit Boquillas Canyon during my trip to Big Bend NP. The Canyon is the easternmost of the 3 main narrows sections along the Rio Grande.

Dec 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Fiery Sky, Lost Mine Trail, Sunrise

Silhouette

I like shooting silhouettes, so, when I was shooting the sunrise at the Lost Mine Trail in BBNP, I decided this was a perfect opportunity for a silhouette.

Dec 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Juniper Canyon, Sunrise

Juniper

I posted a few images taken at the Lost Mine Trail during my recent trip to BBNP. The image below of Juniper Canyon was taken at sunrise from the same spot.

Dec 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Wildlife 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Chihuahuan Raven, Lost Mine Trail

Common

Common Ravens are observed throughout the Big Bend area. Of the birds classified as perching birds, the Common Raven is the largest, the size of a hawk.

Dec 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Balanced Rock, Big Bend National Park

Balanced Sunrise

I titled this one "Balanced Sunrise" because I was trying to make sure I got the rock formation and a good sunrise all at the same time. This is one of my favorite photos from my trip.

Dec 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Badlands, Big Bend National Park

Badlands

During a rip to the Big Bend National Park, I noticed this very interesting area near the park's western entrance. We labeled it "The Badlands".

Dec 11

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Ocotillo, Sunset

Ocotillo Sunset

This Ocotillo Sunset was taken in an "ocotillo field" that is located near the main entrance to the park on Highway 118 close to mile marker #21.

Dec 10

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park

Sotol

The Sotol plant is very prominent throughout the Big Bend NP. It was during a trip to the park that I photographed the now dead and empty stalk.

Dec 09

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Ocotillo, Sunset

Fall Colors

We normally associate fall colors with Maple, Oak, Cottonwood and Aspen trees but, we seldom associate desert plants with fall colors.

Dec 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Grape Vine Hills Trail, Spheroidal Weathering

Spheroidal

The BBNP is an amazing geological wonderland. There are many interesting rock formations impacted by Spheroidal Weathering along the Grapevine Hills Trail.

Dec 03

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Austin, Skyline, Sunset

150th

This Austin skyline is not only one of my favorite images and is the first image I posted. I thought it was deserving as the celebratory 150th post image.

Dec 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Hawaii, Maui, Merriman's, Wedding Venue

Wedding Venue

I was in Maui in the fall of 2014 to attend a friend's wedding. I took the image below of the wedding venue following the wedding ceremony.

Nov 27

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Fall Leaves, Turkey Creek

Turkey

I posted an image yesterday of some fall leaves in a stream. The stream below is called Turkey Creek and is a wider view of the same location.

Nov 26

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Leaves, Stream, Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving

Nov 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Haleakala NP, Hawaii, Maui, Pools at Ohe'o

Saturated

While on a trail in Maui at the Haleakala NP, I noticed that the Pipiwai Stream paralleling the trail was incredibly saturated in green.

Nov 15

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Hawaii, Maui, ND Filters

Smooth Surf

I purchased a set of Lee Neutral Density (ND) Filters earlier this year. I used them to extend the exposure time to create a smooth surf.

Nov 14

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend National Park, Rio Grande

On The Border

This image was taken with my tripod in the water and set to about 18-inches off the surface. I guess you could say that I was literally standing on the border.

Nov 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Big Bend NP, Panorama, Rio Grande Sunset, Sunset

Big Sunset

Another "Big Sunset" from my trip to Big Bend NP earlier this year. The photo was taken from a hilltop near the Rio Grande Village Campground.

Nov 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Florida, Miami, Sunrise

Miami Sunrise

I traveled to the Miami area earlier this year to attend an event and do some photography work. One image I wanted to capture was the Miami skyline at dawn.

Nov 10

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend NP, Glenn Springs, Sunrise

Liquid Gold

This photograph was taken in an area called Glenn Springs. As it turns out, this area has a very long and interesting history associated with "liquid gold".

Nov 05

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Denver City Park, Starburst, Sunset

Starburst

I posted an image titled "Fire in the Sky" last month that was taken at the Denver City Park. This starburst image was taken about 20 minutes before. the clouds turned the color of fire

Oct 22

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: iPhoneography, Moab

iPhoneography

Every year words are added to our vocabulary. Many of them are related to devices that are part of our daily life. iPhoneography is one of those words.

Oct 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Colorado, Denver, Denver City Park, Sunset

Fire in the Sky

Sunsets in the west seem more intense. Is it the dry air? I captured this amazing sky during a trip to Denver. It's as though there was fire in the sky.

Oct 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Canyonlands National Park, Mesa Arch, Moab, Sunrise, Utah

Mesa

Mesa Arch is a "pothole arch" located within the Canyonlands National Park. It is located only a few hundred yards from the main road and it is one of the most photographed sites in the Moab area.

Oct 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Canyonlands National Park, Green River, Moab, Sunset

Another Golden Sunset

This is another golden sunset taken at the Green River Basin, located in the Canyonlands National Park, during my recent trip to Moab, UT.

Oct 18

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Canyonlands National Park, Green River Basin, Moab, Panorama, Sunset

Same but Different

This post is very similar to the post I did yesterday. It's the same but different. It's the same area, same day, same general time of day, both are panoramas but, there are two distinct differences.

Oct 17

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Canyonlands National Park, Green River, Moab, Panorama

Green River Sunset

The Green River Basin is a great place to shoot a sunset. A Green River Sunset was on my list of places to shoot when I visited Moab.

Oct 16

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Enchanted Rock SP, Gigapan

GigaPan

I recently posted a panorama image that I took during a photo outing with some of my photography friends to the Enchanted Rock SP. This one is a GigaPan!

Oct 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Book Cliffs, Moab

Return

My trip to Moab was great. I posted a story about a photo that I took with my phone on the way there, so I thought it was only appropriate that I do the same during my return.

Oct 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Moab, Puddles

Puddles

I found a set of puddles during a trip to Moab, Utah, and decided they would make a great subject despite the fact that it was the middle of the day.

Oct 10

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Enchanted Rock SP, Sunset

Enchanted Sunset

I had the opportunity to go the Enchanted Rock State Park to shoot an enchanted sunset. We scouted the area and decided to shoot the rock reflecting off of Moss Lake.

Oct 08

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Book Cliffs, Mount Garfield, Utah

Moab or Bust

Moab or bust! On my way to spend time with friends. This is my first image from my trip. Taken from inside a Jeep at 75 Mph through the car window with my iPhone 6 Plus.

Sep 21

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Bamboo Forest, Hawaii, Maui, Mossy Rock

Mossy Rock

Another image from my trip to Maui earlier this year. I was hiking along the Pipiway Stream and I found this area with the steps and this mossy rock.

Sep 20

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Bamboo Forest, Hawaii, Maui, Waterfall

Pipiwai Stream

I was walking up the trail towards the waterfall when I spotted this magnificent portion of the Pipiwai Stream.

Sep 19

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Bamboo Forest, Hawaii, Maui

Bamboo Forest

While in Maui last spring, I spent time hiking the trails near the Pools at Ohe’o along the Pipiwai Stream, through the wonderful bamboo forest and ending at the Waimoku Falls.

Sep 13

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend NP, Santa Elena Canyon, Sunrise

Canyon’s First Light

The Santa Elena Canyon is another main attraction within the Big Bend NP. The canyon is part of the US/Mexico border and is home to the Rio Grand. This image captures the canyon's first light.

Sep 12

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend NP, Ernst Tinaja

Will the real Ernst tinaja…

Will the real Ernst tinaja... I posted an image yesterday that I took in the Ernst tinaja canyon. In that post, I showcased an image of another tinaja. Well, this is the real Ernst tinaja.

Sep 11

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend NP, Ernst Tinaja, Reflection, Sunrise

Tinaja Reflection

I spent a few days in Big Bend NP with some of my photography friends earlier this year. I captured this reflecting sunrise in the Ernst tinaja canyon.

Sep 10

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 4 comments tags: Hawaii, Kapalua Bay, Maui, Namalu Bay

Volcanic Sunset

Photographing sunsets is a difficult task. It gets easier if you can catch the last rays of light. This was the case when I captured this "Volcanic Sunset".

Sep 09

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Aspen, Colorado, Maroon Bells

Maroon Bells

I had the opportunity to visit the Maroon Bells area during the 2015 Labor Day weekend. One of Colorado's most photographed scenes did not let me down despite the lack of great skies.

Sep 06

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes, Structures 0 comments tags: Cuba, Torre de Manaca Iznaga, Trinidad

Torre de Manaca Iznaga

Manaca Iznaga is an old plantation located outside of Trinidad, Cuba, in the Valle de los Ingenios area. Torre de Manaca Iznaga is located there.

Sep 01

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Big Bend NP, Desert, Sunset

Desert Sunset

Another sunset from my trip earlier this year to Big Bend National Park. I posted another desert sunset last week. This image was taken a few minutes earlier.

Aug 30

by TK in Flowers & Plants, Images, Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Big Bend NP, Sunset, Wildflowers

Big Bend NP Sunset

I made a trip to Big Bend NP in April of 2015. It was a great time for Texas Wildflower photography and for a great Big Bend NP Sunset.

Aug 25

by TK in Images, Nature & Landscapes 1 comments tags: Colorado, Estes Park, Rocky Mountain NP, Stream

Sunlit Stream

I made a trip to Colorado in the summer of 2011 and took a trip to the Rocky Mountain NP. We took the Old Fall River Road that runs along the Fall River and I spotted this sunlit stream with a small waterfall.

Aug 11

by TK in Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Hawaii, Landscape, Maui, Nakalele Blowhole

Nakalele Blowhole

I was invited to attend a wedding in Maui during the fall of 2014. The island is one of my favorite places to visit. Its lush vegetation, wonderful vistas and the plethora of activity options makes this a wonderful vacation spot for many people.

Aug 07

by TK in Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Dead Horse Point State Park, Moab, Utah

Dead Horse Point State Park

Dead Horse Point State Park, created over millions of years of geologic shaping, is located southwest of Moab, Utah, not far from the Colorado River. The same river that formed the Grand Canyon.

Jul 28

by TK in Nature & Landscapes 2 comments tags: Arizona, Grand Canyon, Landscapes

Majestic View

I made a visit to the Grand Canyon National Park in March of 2013. I have visited the park on numerous occasions and I'm always overwhelmed by it's grandness. What a beautiful place!

Jul 25

by TK in Nature & Landscapes 0 comments tags: Kapalua Bay, Lava Rocks, Long Exposure, Ocean, Sunset

Sunset at Kapalua Bay (Maui)

I had the opportunity to travel to Maui in the spring of 2015. What a wonderful island. I spent time hiking the trails near the Pools at Ohe’o and taking sunset pictures near Kapalua Bay.

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