Winter in the Northeast engulfs the country in dead trees, stagnant landscapes and sometimes weeks of graying snow. Last weekend I thought I would hunt for some color amongst the bland seasonal palette. A few feathered friends showed up at a local stream with an idea right on the top of their heads.
Nikon D4 Sigma 50-500mm f/4.5-6.3 @ 500mm f/6.3 ISO 100 1/200 sec
The Great Valley Patriots undefeated season came to a halt last night as the Coatesville Raiders rose to victory in the fourth quarter. In what was a very physical, game both teams gave it their all, down to the last seconds. The Great Valley boys should be very proud of their 23-1 season.
I’ve spent the past few weeks sharing pictures of our trip last Thanksgiving to Sedona Arizona. Its landscape is both beautiful and exotic. These pictures were taken from “Sunset Point” which is located atop one of the hills close to the center of town. The tiny airport that serves the city was directly behind me where I took the pictures. This rest area, having such a romantic name, is populated with many onlookers as the sun declines. Elbowing tourists, protecting my position, and keeping an eye on my gear can be tricky, and I hate doing it, so... luckily for me, before the sun comes up, the area is pretty much vacant. The first picture was taken pre dawn. The sun would eventually rise behind my right shoulder and slowly bath the red rocks in the distance and creep down into the valley, and yet another day would begin in Sedona.
Nikon D800 Tamron 16-24mm f/2.8 @ 20mm f/9 ISO 100 1/15 sec
Nikon D800 Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6 @ 48mm f/9 ISO 100 1/40 sec
Nikon D800 Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6 @ 28mm f/9 ISO 100 1/200 sec
Sadly the Philadelphia Zoo had to say goodbye to its long time resident lion “Merlin” yesterday morning. YOu can read the Philadelphia zoo's post here. I remember his proud gaze when I was visiting back in September of last year. He was 21 years old and fathered 11 cubs. Regal is how I’ll remember him. A king now at rest.
Everyone who reads this blog realizes that I enjoy a good sunrise. Traveling adds an extra dimension to this quest. Getting up early (especially on vacation) takes a certain mindset. Maybe a little crazy, possibly obsessed, definitely sleep deprived. Many mornings are unfulfilling and sometimes even discouraging, but sometimes, beauty presents itself in the landscape before you. This was one of those times.
Nikon D4 Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 @ 52mm f/6.3 ISO 450 1/250sec