by LPD | May 8, 2024 | Black and White Photography, Fog, Lake, Nature Photography, Nature Trails, State Parks, Wildlife
It was a dreary Sunday morning in early March when we arrived at Sadlers’ Creek State Park. It wasn’t cold, but it wasn’t exactly warm either. With so much moisture in the air, we didn’t quite know what to expect. But being the adventurers that we are, we knew...
by LPD | Feb 3, 2024 | Birds, Black and White Photography, Bridges, River, Structure Photography, Water Photography
Last Monday we had Georgia on our minds as we headed out early for another exciting adventure. Our first stop would be the Augusta Riverwalk. Located along the Savannah River in downtown Augusta, it sits on top of and beside the city’s levee. It affords beautiful...
by LPD | Jan 27, 2024 | Black and White Photography, Forest, Landscape Photography, Mountains, Nature Photography, Nature Trails
Last fall, while on a two-day mini-adventure, I decided to stop back by Craggy Gardens for a visit and a chance to take in some stunning scenery. Located northeast of Asheville, it is one of the more popular attractions along the Blue Ridge Parkway. There are a total...
by LPD | Jan 18, 2024 | Black and White Photography, Covered Bridge, Nature Photography, Old Mill, Structure Photography
I recently had the opportunity to visit Ole Gilliam Mill Park. Located in Sanford, North Carolina, it is home to the state’s longest covered bridge. The bridge spans 140’ and, other than once a year, is only open to pedestrian traffic. The park also includes the mill,...
by LPD | Dec 10, 2023 | Black and White Photography, Forest, Landscape Photography, Mountains, Nature, Nature Photography, Snowfall
A few weeks ago, I was privileged to see the remnants of the first snowfall in the North Carolina mountains, at Black Balsam Knob. I was on an adventure up along the Blue Ridge Parkway, taking pictures of nature’s amazing display of vibrant autumn colors. At one of...
by LPD | Dec 6, 2023 | Black and White Photography, Nature, Nature Photography, Old Mill
Earlier this year while I was out exploring, I stopped by the beautiful Barfield Mill Pond. I had been there many years before and wanted to get some updated pictures of the old mill. Located off the backroads in Camden, SC, it’s not the easiest place to spot. There...
