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 …
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 …
Smokey Sunset
The smoke from the wildfires has returned - with a vengeance. I went out for a short walk around sunset last night and there was ash falling out of the sky. The sun was setting and there was a band at the base of the smoke where the sun was a big red ball. You …
Through My Lens 