When springtime brings rain, The Texas Panhandle changes colors. See the leaves on the lonely tree Sprout and turn green, As the grass on the plains grows tall And blows in the wind. After a severe drought that lasted several years; Texas is finally receiving rain. It’s so wonderful to see all the green trees and blooming … Continue reading
Category Archives: Photography Challenges
Old Fences
Monochrome Madness Old fences fascinate me because they have so many stories to tell. Stories of the people and animals that have come across its path. Did they climb over, go around or cut through the wire? Why did they need to get the other side? Driving through my part of Texas, you see all … Continue reading
Three Interpretations of Triumph
Photo 101 – Triumph & Contrast (assignment 20) Our last assignment for Photo 101 required some heavy brainstorming on my part. I had several ideas; but nothing seemed to really fit the theme. Then, on Saturday we went to an Easter celebration and I had the opportunity to take a few photos. I love this … Continue reading
Double the Fun
Photo 101 – Double & Rotation (assignment 19) These are a few photos from a show at Sea World. There were a lot of double jumps and double diving during the show. Lot’s of fun to watch and to photograph. I just couldn’t seem to choose just one to share; so you get several. Which … Continue reading
On the Edge
Photo 101 – Edge and Alignment (assignment 18) Here are a few more photos from our Sea World trip. I think they fit the theme fairly well. Photo 1 & Photo 2 — I think it might be best to avoid the edge of this pond. Photo 3 — If you stand close to the edge of … Continue reading
Landscape Treasure
Photo 101 – Landscape & Cropping (assignment 15) Treasure & Close Up (assignment 16) Photo 1 – Prairie Dog Fork of the Red River in Texas. There’s been a big drought in our part of Texas for many years. The rivers are usually dried up or just mud; so this photo of water running through … Continue reading
Orange Buzz
Photo 101 – Scale & Observation (assignment 14) Two different closeups of a bumblebee on a flower. I zoomed in closer after I took the first photo (bottom). I didn’t see him the first time because I was so busy taking in all the gorgeous flowers. I was glad to have my zoom lens since I’m … Continue reading
Splashing through the Day
Photo 101 – Moment & Motion (assignment 13) These photos are from our trip to Sea World in San Antonio, TX. I couldn’t decide which one best fit the theme; so I’m sharing all of them. Photo 1 – The dolphins were so graceful and fun to watch as they jumped and twirled during the … Continue reading
Vintage Charmer
Photo 101 — Architecture & Monochrome (assignment 12) Even, though it’s starting to crumble, this old gas station still has lots of charm. Wouldn’t it be great to be able to renovate it into a little shop? Instead it will most likely just crumble away. (Oh, how I wish I had the money to purchase some … Continue reading
Pops of Spring
Photo 101 — Pop of Color (assignment 11) Photo 1 – Sun Ray –Yellow pansy pops against the green leaves and purple pansies. Photo 2 – Flower Row – These petunias promise that spring is almost here. Photo 3 – Shy — This gorgeous pink/orange flamingo seems to be hiding from the camera. (Hubby … Continue reading
Rainy Day Reflections 