ENJOYING THE AFTERNOON IN THE PARK TREE After having many days of

After having many days of rain in Northern Illinois

A beautiful umbel from the swamp milkweed is made up of many tiny florets and if you zoom in on them

I like photographing the landscape in black and white

these types of shots are a little tricky because your camera is limited with its dynamic range from highlights to shadows

With the colors of this July sunrise appearing just before the sun touches the horizon

ENJOYING THE AFTERNOON IN THE PARK TREE After having many days ofA small flock of american tree sparrows make Wildflower Park home for a couple of months during the winter before continuing their migration as these two spend a moment of rest upon the branches. (534 52)