Thin Crescent with McGraw Tower, Venus and Star

Here I revel in the spectacle of an early morning rising of the cresent moon.

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Thin Crescent Bowl filled with Earthglow

Here I explore the concepts of “earthglow” and occultation.

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Winterberry Warmth

Here we discover and learn to admire the winterberry shrub, or Ilex verticillata, during a frosty February morning. Its crimson berries, which symbolize hope, sustenance, and life’s enduring cycle, are a stark contrast to the pall of winter.

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Watching with the Willows

On a brisk day at Stewart Park, I stroll alongside Cayuga Lake, observing Canadian Geese and white willows. The tranquil, interconnected scene proves an enduring memory despite everyday worries.

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The Well

In twilight’s hush, embraced by oaks,
A well of stone, with stories etched in lace,
Now table made, where others’ whispers weave,
And time’s soft hands a tapestry conceive.

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Sycamore Leaves in Time

Read this blog for an understanding of how the sycamore leaf symbolizes themes such as shelter, the cycles of life and death, decay, freedom, and individuality, reflecting the intimate connection between nature and the evolving American identity.

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Resilience and Beauty: The Ginkgo in Fall

Naked branches reach,
Sky braces for winter’s kiss,
Earth turns, leaves embrace.

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A Feast

Thanksgiving Comes Early

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Thayer Preserve: Autumn Still Life 4

Explore the enchanting Lick Brook in the Finger Lakes region, where the Land Trust’s conservation efforts preserve nature’s beauty. Join me to uncover this hidden gem and its ecological wonders.

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Stopped Sun

For the “Dead of Winter”

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