Afternoon thunderstorms are a daily occurrence here on the Florida Gulf coast during the summertime & this day was no exception. These have moved offshore & will rain themselves out over the Gulf. The cloud formations with these powerful storms are always a sight to behold.
A pretty pink sunset sky photographed along the Florida west coast Intracoastal Waterway. As often happens, the reflections from the sky create a totally pink atmosphere. I enhanced this colorful evening sunset with an impressionistic treatment for an artistic presentation.
It's a moody summer evening on the Florida Gulf coast as the sun makes its departure & beautiful clouds fill the sky overhead, turning the entire scene a beautiful blue. What a great evening for a casual stroll along the beach
The Magnolia Grandiflora is a southern beauty and probably one of my most favorite flowers. This one is in the process of unfolding and teases us with the exquisite elegance that is yet to come. They do have the most heavenly fragrance too.
Every spring, this oak tree and azalea-lined drive explodes with spring color. Azaleas bloom but once a year here in Florida but boy, when they do they put on a show. This wasn’t full bloom yet but worth photographing anyway.
This was such a beautiful evening on the Gulf with the churned up water and the setting sun peeking through a break in the clouds casting its sun rays across the sky. Doesn’t get much better than this.
Fascinating sighting out my window & into yours. Photo: Rafael Salazar
The Great Blue Heron comes up in tales as one who can wait forever to reach their goal, from “what is my Spirit animal” also called a Messenger from the gods. It’s beak has been compared with the search for hidden knowledge. #SilentSunday
Dreaming of cooler days & autumn colors. I took this photo on a visit to Western North Carolina during leaf peeping season one year. This is the scenic view of the homes that line the shore of Lake Sequoyah in Highlands. Autumn is just beginning to show her gorgeous colors.
Photographed these two kids taking a moment out of playing on the beach to stare out at the vast expanse of ocean, seemingly in wonderment and awe. I’d like to know what their thoughts were as they took it all in.
A crisp fall day in the mountains of Western North Carolina at Lake Glenville, formerly known as Thorpe Reservoir. Located near Cashiers, NC, this beautiful wilderness area is the perfect spot to get away for the day and spend some time with nature.
A dreamy end to the day as we headed to the beach for sunset. A sultry summer evening with Saharan dust settled over Florida creating the haze and enhancing the sunset colors.
Photographed these two beautiful Yellow-crowned Night Herons in breeding plumage, late one afternoon standing in the grass at the edge of a local pond. A complimentary texture was applied to the background.
This was a moody evening at the beach for sunset with the dark gray clouds & the beautiful golden glow from the setting sun. With hurricane Idalia heading our way, the Gulf waters won’t be this calm for awhile. Stay safe to all along the Florida Gulf coast, especially those in the cone.
A lone Great Egret stalks the shallow waters of the Intracoastal Waterway, looking for that last meal of the day. Sunset colors linger in the western sky as nightfall and encroaching clouds steal the last light of the day. Love these moody nights on the Florida Gulf coast.
I took this image years ago when I wasn't sure if I would ever be able to see this carousel again. The carousel's fate was in question after operating at Casino Pier for many years. This year it finally acquired a permanent home and will be giving rides in the near future!