This morning we watched the solar eclipse at a friend's house. We were at 99.8% totality, so it did not get completely dark, but it was amazing how dark it got and how cool it got. The temperature dropped about 20 degrees during the darkest part of the eclipse. I didn't have a solar filter …
Hummingbird at Rest
This little hummingbird sat on this branch for about 15 minutes. I think he was hiding from the other hummingbirds who were chasing each other. I took this from inside my house and focused through a small opening in the branches. Maralee
Rufous Hummingbird
We've had quite a few hummingbirds fighting for their place at the feeders. I followed them around with my camera for a little while yesterday. Maralee
Miranda Friday
I took this photo on Thursday when Miranda was looking at the birds outside. The lighting in this area is usually very harsh but because it was being filtered through all the smoke in the air, it was a very soft, golden light. Miranda loves watching all the birds. Have a great weekend. Miranda and …
Smokey Sunset #2
Last night I went back to the canal armed with my Nikon to take photos of the sun setting in the band of smoke. It didn't disappoint. The sun was a red ball setting behind the smoke. The fire has grown in size and people's homes are in danger. The smoke is blanketing the city …
Through My Lens 