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A Sample of Pop’s “Bee” Images

Another Day at Work

Apis Workers' Party

Predator

Some of Your Beeswax

Sedum Bumbler

Look of Defiance

Chicory Bee

Bumbling Bees

Garden Cafe

Buzz By Here - To Infinity and Beyond

Pick Your Poison

Blind Side Attack

On a Mission

Honey Bee on Sedum

Covering the Cosmos

Center of the Cosmos

Three's a Crowd

Popular Spot

On A Pedestal

A Sample of Pop’s “People” Photo Collection

Big Harry Fireworks Display

To Impress the Girl

Different Perspective

Sweet Ride

Perfect Little Piggies B&W

Flipping the Light Fantastic

Festival of Flights

To the Crowd's Delight

Amish Go Round

Wondersome One

The Stars In Her Eyes

Tuesday's Child

Sleeper Hold

Considering the Next Move

Sugar and Spice

Front Porch Portrait

Caged Competitor

Early Adoration

Child In the Ligtht

Stroll Through the Weeds

Attention Grabbing

Eye Contact

On the Line

Eyes of Wonder

Rounding the Curve

Troubadours of Basin Spring Park

Down by the Creek

Sun Day

Catching Some Light

EAA Fireworks

Hear Me Roar

Backlighting II

Full Moon, Lighthouse, Moonrise, Algoma, WI, Door County, Pier Light, Night View

A full moon rises above Lake Michigan behind the lighthouse at the mouth of the Algoma, Wisconsin harbor.

I consider this a companion image to a sunrise I captured in a similar pose – both taken within a week of each other. The original “Backlighting” is on the right. Click it to view the full size post.

Getting the moon (or sun) in just the right position is a challenge in itself. You don’t realize how much movement there is in a rising or setting sun. The moment you get into position, the subject has moved off their mark. On both of these shots, I would be constantly moving to my left and down the bank along the beach, trying to line up the shot.

To see a larger version of either images, just click on them.

Sumac in the Sun

Wild Sumac, Staghorn Sumac, Autum Colors, Fall Colors, Orange, Red, Green

It’s autumn in Wisconsin and the leaves have turned brilliant colors. In this area, one of the most transformations is the wild sumac plant – turning from green to orange and then a deep red.

This is the tip of a wild sumac branch being illuminated by the morning sun. The photo doesn’t do it justice.

To view a larger version, just click on the image.

Fall Reflections

On my way to work, one morning, I stopped along the highway to photograph a patch of bushes that were turning bright fall colors. I’d been noticing them for days and finally took the time to stop, to catch the early morning light.

I took plenty of photos and then noticed the reflection from the water in the ditch that runs along the road. I thought the color combination was very appealing.

I originally titled this image, “Fall in a Ditch,” but as you can see, I thought better of it.

To view a larger version if this image, simply click on it.

Kewaunee Pier Silhouette

Fishermen gathering on the pier at Kewaunee, Wisconsin is a common scene each fall.  This was an early morning shot, just after sunrise.  The sun is rising above Lake Michigan, directly behind the lighthouse.  This shot was taken from the beach.

To view a larger version, simply click on the photo.

Dawn Highlights

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I know, I know…there’s no shortage of sunrise/sunset photos…or lighthouse photos…or both together (particularly in my collection). And I know there are those who think, after you’ve seen the first dozen or so, they get a bit boring. Not to me! That’s why the sunrise/lighthouse combination is one of my favorite and most sought after photos.

To me, every sunrise is different, every cloud formation is unique. Every one of them has their own mark of beauty and my personal challenge is to capture that beauty to share with others…or just remind myself of the wonder of that particular morning.

On this particular morning, the lower edges of the clouds were highlighted in amazing color as the sun prepared to rise over Lake Michigan and the Kewaunee, Wisconsin lighthouse. The beauty, as you see it here, lasted only a few minutes. I was happy to grab it and offer it to you.

If you click on the photo, it will open a new tab in your browser with a larger version.

White Crowned Sparrow

White-Crowned Sparrow, Sparrow, Ground,

This white crowned sparrow was an unexpected surprise.

While taking photos of a sunrise at the marina in Algoma, Wisconsin, I noticed some movement on the ground.   Each time I would change position, this little bird would flit along the ground…but never far.

Eventually, I turned the camera his way.  He seemed cooperative, allowing me to move within 10 feet for shots like this.

Backlighting

I’ve taken a lot of photos of the Algoma lighthouse over the years, but never one from this angle. With the tree to the left and the grass in front, it looks like an altogether different place.

The Algoma, Wisconsin harbor is before the lighthouse, the sun rising above Lake Michigan is behind the lighthouse and the tree on the left is one that lines the parking lot of the youth club.

The telephoto lens I used makes them all seem much closer to each other.

You can view a larger version of this image by clicking on it.

Short Stuff

This cute rascal is a Ruby-throated hummingbird.  A tiny, zippy bird that is one of my favorites…and most challenging to photograph.  This particular one seems to be a short, stocky gal – but she wears it well, don’t you think?

I believe the hummingbirds that have entertained us this year have flown south for the winter.  We haven’t seen one for a week or so.

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