On a trip to the Everglades, Ray and I stopped for one of those Swamp Boat excursions. So much fun! The guy was awesome, as were the everglades. We saw snakes, alligators, birds and crocodiles. This alligator was cruising in front of the swamp boat. I guess the gators are pretty used to the boats. I really like the play of light between the swamp and foliage.

Sony A5000

Along the mid California coast near San Simeon (just down from Hearst Castle) there is a Sea Elephant preserve. The animals are huge and scary. They move faster than you would think. The odor is almost unbearable. These animals stink. Yet, there is something beautiful about the whole thing. They come back every year and mate.

Nikon D200, 20-200mm, f/5.6, 1/40, iso100

I did not have to travel far to get this picture. I have hundreds of roses on my property. I love roses. Some of my plants are over 35 years old. This is a beautiful yellow rose. I suppose I will have more soon, but for now just one.

Canon 5D Mark II, 50mm, f/8.0, 1/200, iso800

While up in Northern California, we went hiking at Point Reyes National Seashore. It is a beautiful place, full of animals, trees, birds and sea creatures. A stunning and seemingly unknown beauty. I was walking along the beach when all these birds starting going crazy. Rather then run, I thought I should pull out my camera. I like this confusion of birds.

Nikon D810, 35mm, f/16.0, 1/60, iso64

After a day at Patrick’s Point Ray and I went to Arcata. In the park was this beaitul group of poppies. Need I say more?

Canon R5, 50mm 1.8, f/3.5, 1/1000, ISO 100

A beautiful day in Yosemite and a clear view of El Capitan. That beautiful sun giving such a red glow.

Canon R5, 1/100, f/13 RF 24-70 2.8 at 24mm, ISO 125

Late afternoon picture looking up the valley. The reflection and late afternoon sun give a striking picture.

Canon R5, 1/25 sec, f/22, 24-70 2.8 at 29mm, ISO 100

I was working on trying to get that elusive perfect El Capitan picture when Ray said look down. Fantastic reflection.

Canon R5, 1/20 sec, f/11, 24-70 2.8 at 24mm, ISO 125,

There is nothing quite like going up to Glacier Point to get a picture of Half Dome.

Canon R5, 1/250, f/13, 24-70 2.8 at 70mm, ISO 125

A nice wide picture of Half Dome and Nevada Falls.

Canon R5, 1/250 sec, f/13, 24-70 2.8 at 24mm, ISO 125

On the Toley Lake Trail we view the wide open spaces in Petaluma.

Canon R5,RF 24-70 2.8 lens, 1/160 at f11, 28mm, ISO 100

While doing some exploring along the California coast. Up north near Muir Beach we discovered a Muir Beach Overlook.

Canon EOS R5, 24-70 2.8 lens, 1/160 at f11, 54mm, ISO 100

We went a short distance on the Redwood Creek Trail and found this lovely little creek.

Canon EOS R5, 24-70 2.8 lens, 1/20 at f/9.0, 35mm, ISO 100

Ray and I were out on a hike with a group in Plitvice a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is famous for its falls and the ear beautiful.

Canon R5, 15-35mm 2.8, 24mm, 1/25 sec at f/11, ISO 100

Yellowstone