Rachel's Images

It is officially spring when the geese flock to my parents’ fields! This one was getting a running start before flying away. I was happy to capture the reflection in the quick click of the shutter.

The first robin of the season is here and what a beauty it is!

I have never seen a piece of driftwood this color before! I’m grateful that Brad’s Uncle Budde called to let us know about it.

I love exploring the curves of the Ludington State Park shoreline along M-116. This particular evening, the second curve grabbed my attention.

This squirrel seemed like the perfect photo for today. Simple. Composed. Sweet.

This home has been the subject of many photographers over the years. As I visit it today, I worked to let the light through the doorway while keeping the tree limbs on the right, reaching into the shot.

I have several of these solar lights along my porch railing. I was struck how much the metal framed the light in black on this dark night.

A walk in the Ludington State Park was just what the doctor ordered today. The sunshine and Brad’s company helped calm the unease of COVID-19, even if it was just for a few hours. I chose F22 so that the sunburst, or double sunburst in this case, would appear.

The pond up at Bespop’s is one of my favorite places to visit. This evening it was full of life as the birds and peepers kept me company.

I am a very realistic person. In my photography though, I like to do things outside the box. This photo is one example of that.

The sky wasn’t as exciting as I would have liked today when I got out to shoot. I decided to turn my focus on the reflections in the Sauble River. I love the greens and blues.

Even though I see these red-winged black birds quite frequently, I am always in awe of their beauty.

The Pere Marquette River winds around the south side of our family farm. There are many spots that we regularly visit, but this area near the natural spring is one of my favorites. Today, the massive, billowy clouds reminded me of Clyde Butcher’s photography in the Everglades of Florida.

Rachel’s Day 84 We raise Shorthorn cattle on our family farm, Weldon Creek Farms. This young steer was particularly cute today as we did chores. The kids and I are staying very close to home so that we can still safely be at the farm daily to help and visit with my mom and dad.

Brad was graced with a photo of a hawk yesterday. Today, miles apart from where he made his image, a hawk flew over the heads of the kids and me during a picnic on the farm.

A simple composition can be a strong composition. I liked the framing around the sun by the branches of these trees. You don’t always have to include the entire tree in your image, your brain will complete the missing parts.

This willow tree frames our backyard view perfectly. The Ohse farm looks pretty tonight.

I love the silhouette of my daughter. Tonight, we had a little fun out in the dark with a lantern.

My kids like to give ideas for my photo of the day. Today, they suggested I take a macro shot of some air freshener beads. They reminded me of fish eggs.

The kids and I took a trip into Ludington for the sunset tonight. Although there was only a small portion of vibrant color, I like the mysterious feel.