It is all about the light

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A beautiful Araucaria tree in high key

A beautiful Araucaria tree, a South American conifer, is depicted in high key monochrome.
Golden Gate Bridge from Baker Beach

Baker beach is an option for photography, and is also a clothing-optional beach.
That old Singer in my grandmothers’ house

Still life photography and a story about the Singer sewing machine in my grandmothers’ house.
Botanical Photography with a Light Pad

When life gives you lemons, slice it and put it a light pad.
Bucks for Ducks photography auction, 2024

If you are local photographer, consider donating to this easy, cost-free “contest”. Last day to submit is July 10.
Happy Independence Day! 2024

Happy independence day in 2024!
Happy Sunflower in high key: Two Challenges of High Key Photography and How to Overcome Them

High key photography presents many challenges. In this post I discuss two, and how I overcome them.
Natural Patterns in color: The Captivating Madrone Bark

The bark of the Madrone as an abstract piece of wall art.
Clouds, part I: When they interfere with the landscape in photography

Whenever clouds grace the sky, local photography groups and friends’ feeds overflow with Facebook posts capturing the moment. Yet, more often than not, the clouds interfere with rather than complement the landscape. I discuss the issue and give examples form my photography.
Spring Musings in black and white

You can use color filters to obtain the black and white image you want straight out of camera. A filter will lighten the color that is the same of its own color.