Morning Stream of Light
The morning light in the woods is amazing — ever-changing, streaming through the tree tops, illuminating the path, and painting nature’s personal portrait.
Photo taken at Bliss Woods in Sugar Grove, Illinois.
Saddle on the Fence
The end of the day at St. James Farm in Warrenville, Illinois.
Bumpy Ride Ahead
A plane penetrates the threatening skies.
Mired in Maize
The farms of Illinois in September — tall corn and short barns.
Photo taken near Waterman, Illinois.
A Gift
Everyday on earth is a gift. Live it well.
Riding Into The Fog
Bicycling into the fog on a country road in Sugar Grove, Illinois.
Enveloped in Fall
Soon the leaves will slowly change colors, green will transform to yellow and orange, and the magic of fall will be upon us.
Photo taken last year at Bliss Woods in Sugar Grove, Illinois.
Golden Meadows
The beautiful meadows and trees of St. James Farm in Warrenville, Illinois.
Willow at Sunset
A lone willow tree inhabits the fields.
Photo taken in Sugar Grove, Illinois and processed in Corel.
Beautiful Desert
The beautiful desert and cliffs south of Sedona, Arizona.
Summer’s Majesty
There is something majestic about a summer morning walk with nature — the pleasing monotone palette of green, abundant sunlight streaming through the tree tops, and the warm breeze in the air.
Lines and Shadows
The morning sun casts lovely shadows along the curved fence line.
Giverny Revisited
A field of Black-Eyed Susans, reminiscent of Monet’s gardens.
Destination Unknown
Golden, curved rails travel through the countryside, destination unknown.
Blanketing the Farm
A spectacular drive home this evening as the sun’s rays poked through a layer of clouds, blanketing the Midwest farm.
Photo taken in Sugar Grove, Illinois.
Modern Trees
A modern presentation of an old subject matter.
The Red Jacket and the Sea
Pondering life on Corpus Christi Bay.
A Man and his Dogs
A tranquil Sunday morning walk at St. James Farm in Warrenville, Illinois.
Quintessentially American
There is something quintessentially American about minor league baseball — perhaps it is the love of the game, reverence for the flag, or sense of community that makes it a unique experience.
Photo taken at Kane County Cougars game in Geneva, Illinois.
Summer Canopy
Arched trees and an inviting bench provide a respite from summer’s heat.
Photo taken at St. James Farm in Warrenville, Illinois.
Forming the Rainbow
The unfinished rainbow, always a work in progress.
Work by Bridget Gaynor.
Drink Blatz Beer
Rendering of Tom’s Place in Lemont, Illinois.
Antennae in the Sky
The twin antenna masts of the John Hancock Center in Chicago reach for the sky.
Processing in Corel.
The Playful Squirrel
This little guy toyed with the photographer for several minutes as s/he raced around the tree, nut in mouth.
Photo taken at St. James Farm in Warrenville, Illinois.
Spirit of the Horse
Powerful, determined, graceful and intelligent — characteristics that embody the spirit of the horse.
Chicago from the Bean
The Chicago skyline as reflected in the Millennium Park Bean (Cloud Gate).
Along the Gravel Path
Flowers beyond the fence at St. James Farm in Warrenville, Illinois.
Omnipresent Eyes
It’s quiet and desolate on the city streets, except for the omnipresent eyes in the corner.
Chicago Riverwalk
The Chicago River at Michigan Avenue.
Chicago Theater
The landmark Chicago Theater at State and Lake streets. The vertical sign is nearly six stories tall.
On the Town
Two young ladies head out for the evening.
Photo taken on Chicago’s North Side, and painted in Corel.
Sentinel Sunset
Impressions of the little lighthouse at Fabyan Park in Geneva, Illinois.
On the Rise
Illinois corn stalks climb towards the blue sky.
Post work in Corel.
Peaceful Symmetry
Rows of trees line the spring path at St. James Farm in Warrenville, Illinois.
Willows at the Horse Farm
Spring willows provide a predominant backdrop at the horse farm.
Crossing Over
The rustic wooden bridge encourages foot traffic to the other side.
Photo taken at St. James Farm in Warrenville, Illinois, and processed in Corel.
Patch of Serenity
A patch of serenity at St. James Farm in Warrenville, Illinois.
On a Country Road
Serenity and art on the Illinois roadway.
Spring Reflections
Spring trees reach for the sky and drop into the water at Mayslake, in Oak Brook, Illinois.
The Look
Jax, providing a classic Border Collie look.
Berries & Bubbles
Delicious enough to drink and eat.
America’s Pastime
The United States flag wrapped around a baseball – iconic Americana.
A Perfect Union
The perfect end to the day as nature unites land, water, sky, and sun.
Reservations for None
Late again.
Mysterious Prairie
Beyond the serpentine path and tall grasses, the prairie unveils the mystery near the top of the slope, with meadows and wildflowers in the distance.
Peck Farm Park in Geneva, Illinois is the venue for nature’s beauty.
Lakefront Impressions
Chicago’s lakefront viewed from Navy Pier, where sailboats rule the water.
Post work in Corel.
Black and White Chicago
The beautiful city at night, lights ablaze.
Shadows at The Boat House
Light and shadow play at Fabyan Forest Preserve in Geneva, Illinois.
A Higher Plane
Bridget and Maisy on a higher plane than the photographer (naturally).
Springtime Supplication
Spring may be slow to emerge, but the trees are imploring the seasonal arrival.
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