December 2023

Winter

As the daylight shortens and the temperature drops, the landscape colors drain away. We are left with a greenish-brown, gray blur, where we must search deeper for the nuances of these muted reflections. But no matter, the symmetry can still be found, or at least the inspiration to keep looking! 

Fern Jumper

River Shroud

Ground Moth

The Guardian

November 2023

In the season of shortened daylight and cloudy skies here in the PNW, one must promote healthy lighting and positivity whenever possible. Here are a few "skylight" nature blots to help with that. Stay upbeat folks - we will soon be ramping up again!

Ascending

Welcome to El Dorado

The Blue Maze Above

The Oak Peacock

Becoming Fluid

Stick Man in the Clouds

October 2023

We nature photographers cannot seem to resist the allure of Fall. It's the Octoberfest of color that pulls us in like a whirlpool gone visual. Trees young and old, bursting with flames of red and gold inspire a sea of images that travel around the internet for weeks on end. For the nature blot world, we zoom in at this time, to meet some of those colorful locals.

Allison Aspen

  

Terry the Totem

Mason Myrtle

Winston the Water Buffalo

September 2023

 Weathered wood has fascinated humans for centuries. In particular, driftwood on the beach seems to elicit tales of far flung adventures - or just a calming nod to the cycle of life and death in nature.

Nature Made, Human Arranged

Nature Made, Human Admired

August 2023

 

The Seven Forest Guardians

The Shady Respite

July 2023

The Stone House - Forest Park

Portland, Oregon

1936-1962

June 2023

The subtle beauty of the understory.

Green Grace

May 2023

Those little gems that hide in the grass. Sometimes they just catch your eye for a split second.

Budding Out

April 2023

 For me, a walk in the forest is always restorative. Whether looking up or ahead or down, there is something to take note of.

Totem #8

March 2023

I've got a secret helper for my Nature Blots - the fickle weather here in the Pacific Northwest.

Frigid Dusting

The Trail Teacher

February 2023

Two images from a forest bathing outing:

May the Moss be With You

Candelabra

January 2023

 

Happy New Year!

Winter's Altar

December 2022

 To close out this memorable year, I offer up a river of gold. Best wishes for the new year!

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November 2022

 At times, one needs to look up to see symmetry - whether it be natural or man-made. 

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 What photographer can resist fall and fall leaves? It never gets old, like searching for the perfect shell or gem, I do it every year! This year, I wanted to put a bit of nature blot spin on some of those leaves.

Fun With Leaves

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Wally Walnut

Barry Blackberry

Bertha Blackberry

Celeste Sycamore

Marvin Maple

October 2022

 Some views on the journey are just iconic - as if nature was sculpted by a master. I always keep my radar going for notable creations!

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September 2022

There are still plenty of good hiking days left in September around here. Visiting new areas is always a fun activity - looking for scenery, shade, and notable old trees is a favorite pastime for me. Just be sure to bring some tokens for any ornery trail sentries you may encounter! :-)

The Grumpy Trail Sentries

August 2022

We seem to have a bumper crop of mice and squirrels roaming about our fields this year. Fortunately, the coyotes and hawks are enjoying the bounty. These population bumps seem to be cyclical, but I can't say for sure what the triggers are in this case. We shall see what unfolds as Fall approaches.

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Rodent Halo

July 2022

The heat is upon us, as it should be in July. We humans seek out shade and cool water places to have a respite from the hot days. 

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Cooling Station

June 2022

Here in the Pacific Northwest, almost everyone has a deck or a porch of some sort to enjoy "outdoor living" as the magazines say. This year, a cool, wet spring delayed the usual deck days a bit - but only for the purists among us! 

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All Decked Out