Tag: Photography

The Grand Canyon

First of all, my apologies to the Grand Canyon. When I did a story a year ago on Favorite National Parks it didn’t even make my list!  (See that story here ) Boy was I wrong!  Honestly I’d only been to the Grand Canyon once… Continue Reading “The Grand Canyon”

Transformation by a River

Having just returned from the Grand Canyon, it seemed fitting to present this rugged landscape, transformed by the river flowing through it, for this week’s photo challenge. Transformation More stories and pictures to come from the Land of the Sun, the beautiful state of… Continue Reading “Transformation by a River”

Postcard from Sedona

Spending Thanksgiving week in Arizona and will have much to say upon my return.  But until then, I hope you enjoy this postcard from Sedona where all is red and orange and gold. Susanne 

Experimental Tree in Color

I have a favorite tree that I love to photograph during the winter when it is barren and craggy.  For this week’s photo challenge I decided to experiment with color and so present this tree to you in two shades. Aqua Arctic Experimental

Temporary Morning Brilliance

“Susanne, are you awake? You’ve got to see this.” My husband the early riser had been out for his morning walk when the sun was starting to rise. I was awake and jumped out of bed hoping to capture that temporary morning glow before… Continue Reading “Temporary Morning Brilliance”

Surprised by Snow

Yes it’s far too early to have snow.  And yes, it’s going to be a long, long winter. And yes, I’m lucky I don’t have to drive in it if I don’t want to.  Still, isn’t it pretty? ~ Susanne

Sunset Glow

For this week’s photo challenge I bring to you a sunset over the Strait of Juan de Fuca from a recent cruise to Alaska. Glow  

They’re Back

After an interminably long and dry summer the rain and clouds have returned to the Pacific Northwest just in time to welcome fall. Though we desperately needed the rain, the change was rather abrupt and will take some getting used to.  Still, I love… Continue Reading “They’re Back”

Sunsets Never Get Old

This happened tonight over Lake Washington during my birthday dinner.  Really. The Appetizer Main Course Dessert I couldn’t have scripted it any better. ~ Susanne

Dahlias, the Final Act

I love the freshness and variety found in the spring garden. But you can’t beat dahlias for the final act. ~ Susanne