Tag Archives: lichen

Minimalism (I)

Posted on November 8, 2014 by Beauty Along the Road

My interpretation of “Minimalism” consists of limiting the number of elements in the image. I am playing with rock themes, all taken in Canyon de Chelly, one of my favorite places on earth. Rock and Lichen: I call this blue … Continue reading →

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Strong, enduring – and abandoned

Posted on September 21, 2014 by Beauty Along the Road

It is not uncommon to find a chimney all by itself in a field somewhere. It is the one part of a house that remains after the house collapses following decades of non-occupancy. The fireplace and chimney had to be … Continue reading →

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Untouched for Centuries: A Virgin Spruce Forest

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Beauty Along the Road

There is a virgin spruce forest in Randolph County, West Virginia, which I have baptized “The Magical Forest.” It’s almost difficult to believe the fortunate coincidence that left a piece of forest untouched for centuries. But this is what the … Continue reading →

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Throwing Stones

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Beauty Along the Road

From the smallest pebble to massive canyon walls, we are surrounded by stone. We build houses, castles, towers and rock walls with them, shape them into tools, and admire their unique formations in nature. Here is a selection from various … Continue reading →

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