New Year's Morning Fresh Snow

New Year;s morning brought fresh snow to Sisters, covering Mount Washington and the surrounding landscape. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Full Moon Over Mt. Washington

The February full moon was starting to fade as it was setting at sunrise, but there was still enough light to capture the moon as it aligned with the peak of Mount Washington. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Sheep Rock Above the John Day River

Sunshine brightened the winter foliage along the John Day River as it winds through the Sheep Rock Unit of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in Eastern Oregon… one of so many scenic destinations throughout Oregon. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Mellow Yellow

It's magical when the daffodils bloom in Skagit Valley... the fields near LaConner fill with beautiful yellow blossoms and tell us that spring is here. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Takes Your Breath Away

On the drive up to the North Cascades, we stopped to enjoy the beautiful Diablo Lake in Washington’s North Cascades National Park. The beauty of alpine lakes never ceases to take my breath away! (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Pristine Sparks Lake (Close-up)

This is a cropped photo to show the details of this beautiful place. Snow-covered South Sister is the star in the early evening on this day in the Oregon Cascades. Hoped for calm weather and interesting clouds, but instead found wind and a clear blue sky. This 8-second exposure calmed the lake and helped to create some sweet reflections and deep blue colors. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Sunset Magic

A summer sunset in Sisters that became rather magical after some wild wind. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Sea of Gold

Sunrise over Mount Baker and Fidalgo Bay in Anacortes. The glow from the rising sun spread across the sky and the reflection on the water created a sea of gold. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Fall beauty in Oregon’s Willamette National Forest

Reflections of fall colors in the foliage spread over the surface of Clear Lake’s blue-green water. This view shows the outflow from the lake that becomes the headwaters of the McKenzie River. Note that the water is so clear that you can see sunken logs that have settled on the lake’s bottom. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

The Magic of Fall

Fall colors were at their peak on this morning when I stopped to visit Mirror Pond. The colorful foliage and reflections in the water were absolutely breathtaking. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Late Afternoon Glow At Painted Hills

The magic of Painted Hills never disappoints... the colors were especially vibrant on this late August afternoon visit. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

Magical Morning at Year's End

It’s hard to beat the beauty of fresh snow and a lovely sunrise. Loved this magical sunrise in Sisters after an overnight snowfall. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)

The Sisters at McKenzie Pass

There was still a bit of snow left on the mountains on this late afternoon July visit. Just enough white to bring out the beauty of Middle and North Sister above the forest and lava fields. (The watermark is for copyright protection and will not be on the printed photograph.)