http://hillart.com/galleries-france daily 0.75 2022-12-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126931036-GJ957IGSHHV07U4VSXOL/04924_Paris-Deux_Magots_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - France - Les Deux Magots Paris has many charming neighborhoods, but few can rival St. Germain des-Pres. Among the most famous cafes in the area is Les Deux Magots, where many famous writers gathered to solve the world's issues over good libations. This is a great place for people-watching. The life of this culture-rich city revolves around its neighborhood cafes and bistros, where visitors can occasionally pull off the seemingly impossible feat of passing for Parisians. I made this photograph in a steady rain, then went inside to start the party. Image # 04924. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226712321-UY00KORN1KORR47K4KMX/02772_Giverny-Rue-du-ClaudeMonet_2040_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - France - Rue de Claude Monet I photographed this simple street in the village of Giverny in 2012. It could have been in 1912 when Claude Monet was in residence. Image # 02772. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224384917-BCX8C8ALMSCILTW8Q27Z/06839_Prov_Castillon-du-Gard_8724_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - France - Pont du Gard The Pont du Gard is an ancient aqueduct bridge, built by the Romans in the 1st century AD, that crosses the Gard River in southern France near Nimes. Image # 06839. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502740969510-30PSTU9IXIVGX9ETCJJV/08222_FR-BurgBarge-ApresTout-oncanal-3847_1450px.jpg GALLERIES - France - The Apres Tout on the Canal de Bourgogne The Apres Tout delivers an over-the-top experience to six lucky guests who cruise on the Canal de Bourgogne. Wine tastings, tours of chateaus and wine cellars await. On board, guests are pampered by Caroline, the Cordon Bleu chef. See more on www.bargeaprestout.com. Magnificent memories await! Image # 08222. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1672321745606-8F0R2FDXCE5K0LITOGR7/-00-08508-Barr-butterflies-3697_827px.jpg GALLERIES - France - The Butterflies of Barr These vibrant butterflies make you smile when you first see them. There are several hundred, and they gently wave in the breeze. Image #08508. http://hillart.com/americanparks daily 0.75 2023-11-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444158118-LRA4WSTLY3AQAICN5FP0/07265_CA_DV_MesquiteDunes_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - The Dunes at Mesquite Flat The pristine sand dunes near Stovepipe Wells are constantly reshaped by the wind, and reach heights of 120 feet. These substantial sand dunes are more impressive against the backdrop of the Amargosa Range, located near the center of Death Valley National Park. Image # 07265. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452518643-K9GF8TM7UG37FUSU1DZE/05846_Mt-Moran-Morning_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - Mount Moran Morning Life is about moments. There are places you go that have little to do with destination. This is one, a stunning setting that will linger in your heart. Enjoy the sound of silence as a new day begins in the Grand Tetons. I love this bend in the Snake River, which perfectly frames Mount Moran. If you listen carefully, you might hear the bugling of an elk . . . Image # 05846. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871303808-5TZ2QJUV7QY7UQTBQ4OW/05491_NY_color_on_Hudson_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - Leaves on the Hudson Late September brings a palette of brilliant colors. This early performance was on the shore of the Hudson River. Image # 05491. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512433128-IAB807V9JCPGXWIXTDTM/06864_Yellow-HaydenVal_1500pxjpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - The Hayden Valley The Hayden Valley was formed 10,000 years ago when melting glacial ice 3,000 feet thick created a lake larger than today's Yellowstone Lake. The tree line around the perimeter marks the ancient shoreline. The valley, 9 miles long and 6 miles wide, is the year-round home for nearly a thousand bison; elk and grizzly bears also frequent the valley. Savor the sense of open space as bison graze near the tranquil Yellowstone River. Image # 06864. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494200889710-NZYWMHCT8C1YE1GZKDUG/great-smoky-mountains-national-park.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - Sunrise This is a temporary image... replace https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603684113-N4AOGBBBWA2COEYSZVZ8/01313_Summer-in-SanJuans_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - Summer in the San Juans Skier-in-recovery Wayne Hill knows that Colorado offers wonderful skiing, yet is even more enjoyable to explore in the summer. This vista of the San Juan Range of mountains awaits you as you begin your adventure on Million Dollar Road north of Telluride. These horses have no idea how lucky they are to call this setting home. Unspoiled and magnificent, between Ouray and Telluride, it is well worth the drive to be there! Image # 01313. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870685123-LO226H1UMZ29UW3NE1QW/01764_ME_OnShiningSea_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - On Shining Sea As artist Wayne Hill spotted this sailboat as it passed near Isle au Haut, Maine, and followed it until it moved into a composition that worked. The sun did the rest! He has the large-format photograph, but wishes that he had the sail as well! Image # 01764. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531578233-YQGHEPO2LEXD25H62M6R/01932_Yose-El-Cap_Summer_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - El Cap "El Cap", as El Capitan is affectionately known by lovers of Yosemite National Park in California, is the giant rock face on the north side of the valley, visible from many vantage points. It is a very challenging technical rock climb. I enhanced this view by including the tranquil Merced River. Image # 01932. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1685820716815-HZJ37SMTGASFDQAZ4N3F/08555-Kalaloch-beach-sunrise_1.9M.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - Kalaloch Sunrise This vista is delightful to watch from dawn to dusk, with changing light and changing surf. Image #08555. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687876584084-MT7PG60FLKI1YUUSSE20/AZ-1-GC-Good-nearElTovar-4420_10M.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - Grand Canyon from El Tovar Hotel No words can convey the sense of this amazing canyon! Image #08559. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444449757-E5W46OLN245PCQKQOFS0/39062_Glacier_flowers-in-rock_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Am Parks - Flowers Growing in Granite? You gotta love the will to live in these Glacier flowers - there cannot be much nutrition in that granite! Image # 39062. http://hillart.com/galleries-us daily 0.75 2023-06-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936830865-CQSWE8L167X63SBFZ6W1/07456_KY_Four-Arabians_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - A Taste of Bluegrass This image was almost titled "Four Arabians" but rather than focus on details, simply enjoy these magnificent animals. Image # 07456. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937664218-6ZO33A4Q1IBWEG9L1Q9T/05559_LA_ClevelandRocker_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - The Cleveland Rocker Are you feeling a bit stressed? Settle into this classic rocker on a lovely Louisiana plantation, and gaze out at the stately Cleveland Live Oak. The tree has been presiding over this place for more than a century, so take your time in the rocker. You will feel better. Image # 05559. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789631641-CPDDY2TWVQZMJSYHTOOF/04487_HI_Princeville-Hammock_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Princeville Stress Relief Where does time go to rest? Time goes to a place where the four winds are free to meet and play in the tree tops and dance with the harvest moon. Listen closely for the faint familiar music you hear . . . The trees are whispering their island dreams, as they look across Hanalei Bay toward Makana peak, better known as Bali Hai. Stress? What stress? Image # 04487. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395981792-R3MSK0OBUZ1EFZC6W5T0/01313_CO_Summer-in-SanJuans_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Summer in the San Juans Skier-in-recovery Wayne Hill knows that Colorado offers wonderful skiing, yet is even more enjoyable to explore in the summer. This vista of the San Juan mountains awaits you as you begin your adventure on Million Dollar Road north of Telluride. Unspoiled and magnificent, between Ouray and Telluride, it is well worth the drive to be there. I doubt that these grazing horses have any idea they are in one of the prettiest spots in America! Image # 01313. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941705680-AXHYLLUXN6Q33A5NVKM2/01967_VA_Seven-Seagulls_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - How Many Seagulls Do You See? I saw this line of pilings that attracted seagulls as well as me. I wanted to have a gull on each of the seven pilings, but they seemed to know my goal and took turns flying away. I challenge you to accurately count the number of seagulls in this image. Most of them are guarding their piling on the Assateague shore, and there may be more are awaiting your discovery. Send an e-mail to me for the answer: wayne@hillart.com. Image # 01967. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032899963-OCXTVJL0DNSMVBV4KPO9/05846_Mt-Moran-Morning_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Mount Moran Morning Enjoy the sound of silence as a new day begins in the Grand Tetons. I love this bend in the Snake River, which perfectly frames Mount Moran. If you listen carefully, you might hear the bugle of an elk . . . Large-format panoramic image # 05846. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958665120-5B45X7ZPR8UVZEWNMC6G/05480_NY_Adirondack-Chairs-617pan_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Indian Summer I found these white Adirondack chairs calling him on a warm October afternoon in Adirondack State Park, NY. After I made this large-format panoramic photograph, I yielded to temptation and relaxed a while on the shore of Blue Mountain Lake. Second chair from the left. Will you join me? Image # 05480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503064833121-VGBN8BNBIJVCC1FQY13R/08255_FL_MagicK-front_3M.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - The Magic Kingdom IS Magic! What a remarkable empire of fun has evolved - all because of a mouse! Image # 08255. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966807016-PTB9ZB54C9UI4WSURQ2V/01200_PA_Longwood-Gazebo_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - The Gazebo at Longwood Longwood Gardens is a magnificent legacy created by the DuPont family, and this pond is perhaps the most romantic spot in the vast gardens. Located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, I love to wander in this oasis of man-made nature. Large-format panoramic image # 01200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287148-SOSSZAZJRF8DG826711M/00234_Queechee_Pasture_1966_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Good Fences Make Good Neighbors Robert Frost had it right, and you will have to read his poem "Mending Wall" to understand. I had this poem on my mind when I made this photograph of a summer pasture in Queechee, Vermont, in 1966. Image # 00234. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947046931-PDV0ZD1FKUPI10WOG9A1/01824_Motif-%231-Rockport_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Motif Number One Motif Number One is the name for the maroon fishing shack on Bradley Wharf in the harbor town of Rockport, Massachusetts. This shack became a favorite subject of painters due to the location's composition and as a symbol of New England maritime work ethic. The Rockport Chamber of Commerce recognized its iconic value, preserved and painted it, removed overhead wires and signs, and has sponsored art competitions to draw visitors to the town. It has been destroyed by more than one "Nor'Easter" storm and has been rebuilt each time. Today just might be the perfect day to go lobstering on the Genny W. Image # 01836. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028885423-HXAF7ALQ4HSGVOLZ5OLN/02221_VA_Mabry_Mill_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Morning at the Mabry Mill Do you need stress relief? Slow down beside the rhodos and the old millpond at the Mabry Mill, located at milepost 181 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in southwest Virginia. This picturesque mill began operating in 1908. The National Park Service lists the Parkway as the most visited site in the National Park system. Yet this image offers a wonderful sense of calm and a healthy dose of nostalgia. I can also recommend the pancakes in the restaurant 100 yards behind my tripod... Image # 02221. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459434754586-OJKZ4N7IDHOFHVNA065T/08153_CA_PacificGrove-pink-flox_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Pink Flox and the Pacific This explosion of color in Pacific Grove was a joy to observe. Not far from Monterey, this should be on your list to visit and enjoy! Image # 08153. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1461510347542-PGEEPFTMTLEAMMLIKVTD/01679_ME_Maine-Chairs_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Maine, the Way Life Should Be Ayuh, the stories these Adirondacks could tell: with the chorus of the gulls and the books that have finally been finished. This is a place where the urge to tear up your return ticket is strong. I have returned to this point numerous times, and each visit declares it "wicked good!" Decompress from your city pace, treasure the hours watching the waves flirt with the shore and yes, promise to return. Image # 01679. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1632230448244-X8XI04N77EOR96HTRR7F/08475-MultnomahFalls_3M.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Multnomah Falls The tallest waterfall in Oregon, very close to Portland, is a refreshing place to visit and linger. Image #08475. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1632713494937-L23RNNCM8WQLQVP84EKW/image-asset.jpeg GALLERIES - U.S. - Mt. Rainier Enjoy this image of Mt. Rainier - Glacier National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042127706-Q83NIN3XVGCAZEIMNJHY/01632_DE_Maple_Brook_Farm_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - Maple Brook Farm I photographed this patriotic Delaware farmscape in 1995, near the town of Centreville. It seems even more powerful since 9/11. The farmer told me it takes six men to hang the huge flag each July 1st. Image # 01632. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1632712561110-YAX4EI9969T5U8MCS9RY/image-asset.jpeg GALLERIES - U.S. - A Mill in WV Enjoy this image of a mill https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1686142132597-GAOKTKJT6HMSBEO1PWM5/new-08272_MonVal-Cupcakes%2BMittens-1710_1M.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - The Cupcakes The distant formations have names, but the two “bumps” in the foreground did not. So I named them the Cupcakes. Image #08272. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1600702776154-OE6AA53P2KYEKML39JDE/08462_AZ_Holbrook-Wigwam_4M.jpg GALLERIES - U.S. - The Wigwam The most unique lodging on historic Route 66 is The Wigwam, located in Holbrook, Arizona. Staying in one is part spartan and part nostalgia. These were built of concrete in 1960, when this Chevy was one year old. Image #08462. http://hillart.com/galleries-capital-region daily 0.75 2021-06-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623449049-4CGQM2Z8IX8CW0CCXLOD/01084_DC_Eng_Grdn_Dumbarton_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Capital Region - The English Garden at Dumbarton Oaks The gardens at Dumbarton Oaks are my very favorite place in Washington, D.C. They provide an oasis of calm and natural beauty in the midst of a very busy city. Designed by renowned landscape architect Beatrice Ferrand over seventy years ago, she laid out the sloping site in a series of "rooms" - this image shows a part of the English Country Garden. These formal gardens are a hidden gem in Georgetown. Whenever you want to go, I will be delighted to go with you! Image # 01084. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619077235-YW76V33UNGBCTAV9BDFC/01002_DC_Fireworks-on-Fourth_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Capital Region - By Rockets' Red Glare Fireworks are always fun to watch, and one of the best vantage points to watch the annual display over the mall is from the Virginia shore. I found this subject to be very difficult to photograph (due to the extremes of light from the firework blossoms and firework strobes), yet it showcases a patriotic view of our Nations Capital. Image # 01002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1563543574506-VI9T1I4MDHWXLL3WD10L/08406_DC-Apollo11-9810_3M.jpg GALLERIES - Capital Region - Go for the Moon! This is a fitting way to honor the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing-and-return. The life-size, 363-foot image of a Saturn rocket is projected onto the 555-foot Washington Monument. What a brilliant way to commemorate this remarkable event! Image #08405, by Weetie and Wayne Hill. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617762367-WP8SXXWIEXKAHSAX1AGG/01098_DC_NatlBldgMuseum_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - Capital Region - Monument to Classic Architecture When this remarkable building was built before 1900, it was the largest brick building in the world. It was known for its first hundred years as "the Pension Building", and now houses The National Building Museum. It is one of the most impressive interiors in America. I first saw this interior early in the evening as I arrived to photograph an Inaugural Ball. I was more impressed with this amazing atrium than with all the VIPs. Image # 01098. http://hillart.com/galleries-international daily 0.75 2023-07-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043128682-2MLHGM6W2DZZF01BKTOO/07335_AUS_Vienna-Shoenbrunn_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Palace Ornaments Everywhere you look on the Schonbrunn Palace grounds there is evidence of a grand heritage. This element sits on top of the main wing. Image #07335. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110421950-0LDJWS75CI2KKZO07YJC/07265_CZ_CeskyKrumlov7_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Castle at Cesky Krumlov The river gracefully circles the village of Cesky Krumlov, as the colors of autumn soon will match the colors in the tile roofs. Image # 07265. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115968518-K8OOZHASPL3D21GBB20Z/05983_ES_Tallinn-CityHotel_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The City Hotel This is a closeup architectural view of the Domina City Hotel in Tallinn. Image # 05983. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396897684-45SZOM892G4N7II2AOD1/06950_Cologne_cathedral_night_5506_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Cologne Cathedral The magnificent 13th century cathedral in Cologne has one of the finest Gothic interiors of any in the world. It contains remarkable medieval stained glass. The two 510-foot high west spires were only added in 1880. Image # 06950. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287875795-LOZNXRJLLDDJMCLGU3L3/07169_IT_PonzaBoatsTiedUp_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Tied Up in Ponza I love boats, especially colorful and small. One of the harbors in Ponza gave me a very good time. Image # 07169. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312631164-3P3M2YFPRVIB9FYIXJT2/07353_Budapest-cath-roof_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Mathias Geometry Dramatic lines define the roof of the St. Mathias Church near Fishermen's Bastion in Budapest. Image # 07353. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314768368-WMJN99V4ABA1JTN7RY4O/07148_old-harbor-boat_983_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Icelandic Fishing Boat The Old Harbor in Reykjavik lies between the city and the mountains. This fishing boat is smaller than most of the other working boats in the harbor, but it must know how elegant it looks while resting before its next trip. Image # 07148. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452934483-1D499FGOG71UA4MPYJEE/06876_Valetta_harbor_3443_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Fishing Boats in Valetta Valletta is the capital of Malta, an island country just south of Sicily. It is a delightful city steeped in history. The vivid colors of these fishing boats give no indication of the hard work for which they are used in harvesting fish for the many seafood restaurants on the island. Image # 06876. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636433840-L9TORDH2L2GOLQEMNSPE/07303_Kusadasi-Ephesus-1132_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Columns in Ephesus Ephesus was a large city in the Mediterranean world, and had a theater seating 25,000. Its Temple of Artemis was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Only a few dozen columns remain standing for us to imagine life there in its prime. Image # 07303. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461045135-ID04U46LR2AUSFFFKXL7/07173_Monte-Carlo-Hbr_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Harbor in Monte-Carlo There is no recession in Monte-Carlo. The harbor is filled with multi-million dollar yachts, and there are expensive shops luring visitors to enjoy their wares. It is a beautiful place, and it's easy to see why people have a special fantasy feeling about Monaco. Image # 07173. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565653075-0NY52OPXS37BPEMGU22F/07061_KrugerNP-LionCub2_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Princess of Tanda Tula In the African world of ever-present danger, learning skills and mastering independence are crucial for survival. Noble by birth and powerful by nature, lion cubs nevertheless have more to learn than most other predators: their prey is large and particularly agile when escaping their advances. For this reason, the adult lioness devotes much of her time to helping her cubs accurately bring down prey, fostering their independence in the process. This adorable lion cub was waiting for her mother to locate food. Then the cubs in the pride will be moved to the kill. Image # 07961. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309933399-A1HDO6E2GIDCSG8QO867/02598_Athens-Erectheon_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Erectheon on the Acropolis Greece is filled with symbols of its classic heritage. Trace the birth of Western civilization as you reflect on these ancient treasures. This section of the Erectheon is a temple on the Acropolis, with a section for Poseidon and a section for Athena, goddess of wisdom. These female statues are replicas to protect the originals from damage. Image # 02598. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453865842-8G8RN52SV8MNFB5T11GR/07537_Acapulco_sunrise_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Sunrise in Acapulco For decades, Acapulco has enjoyed the reputation for being a playground of movie stars, most of whom likely never saw the sunrise - unless they were headed back to their hotel after a night of parties. Image # 07537. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470621807-VB1D690H9APXOAH8YHHB/06780_Catlins-Cliffs-814_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Cliffs of Burgess The Caitlins are a breathtaking collection of cliffs and rolling meadows on the southeastern tip of New Zealand's south island. The Burgess family has farmed this magnificent area for more than one hundred years. Even though movies (Lord of the Rings) have been made right here, very few tourists visit this region, which suits Alan Burgess just fine. Image # 06935. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493822553036-WL80KX7M4VSQPMTST44C/_08177_2_NDU-WK-Lionesses-drinking-best-4823_5M.jpg GALLERIES - International - Thirsty Ladies These lionesses were hunting all night, to provide food for their cubs. As daybreak arrived, they saw this watering hole, and enjoyed well-earned drinks of water. Image # 08177.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547760926-ZLFQPN9J78DSXNUPFZZX/06381_MP-from-IncaTrail_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The View from the Inca Trail The Inca Trail is a four-day advanced adventure from Cuzco. This is the view of the Sanctuary as the trail gets closer, making the hike that much more satisfying. Balanced on a small green-carpeted ledge, Machu Picchu is regarded as the soul of the Andes - and inspires awe. Image #06381. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285399279-921FSNAB73DXB9P92XXO/04728_IT_AmalfiCoast_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Above Amalfi High above the fabled Amalfi coast, in the tiny village of Ravello, lies a collection of elegant homes and hotels. This is the view from the Il Giardino of the renowned Villa Rufolo, looking out over the southern coast below. This spot is one of my favorite vantage points in all of Italy. Image # 04728. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289588901-2KERKIHRCIHT8PVC4DW8/04682_IT_Rome-CastelloStAngelo_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Castello Sant'Angelo Rome projects a vivid sense of history in this image, with the Ponte Sant'Angelo leading to the Castello Sant'Angelo. Image # 04682. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631265725-7WO5CPO3FCN7495U7G14/07007_Arcos-delaFrontera-restaurant_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Villa de la Paradores Inside many walled Spanish buildings are delightful courtyards. Inside this hotel north of Cadiz sits the restaurant known for lovely wines and delectable desserts. Image # 07007. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455290535715-9S9Q6AZYULRJDC09HFDQ/04516_IT_Florence-PonteVecchio_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Florence Cradle and heart of the Renaissance, Florence is a proud, aristocratic city whose maze of cobbled streets and piazzas is lined with medieval towers, historic cafes, and fortress-like palazzi. Sensory overload is a real concern. I love early morning light, and this was my portrait of the Ponte Vecchio in Florence. Image # 04516. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056495830-JL0LFTHLVSYFZX1O90EC/07262_CH_Underraga-1885-cellar_9797_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Cellar at Underraga Built in 1885, this underground cellar stores the liquid treasures of Underraga, wines that stand the test of time. Image # 07262. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479332584-OAE2ZTA5D4ERYD57ZCXW/07254_AG_La-Boca-CocaCola_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Republic of la Boca When you studied geography, I'll bet you never learned about the Republic of la Boca, one of the most colorful places in Buenos Aires, Ask the artist about this one. Image #07254. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455291302188-T55VEKAA0AJOOX4IHA9B/06157_IT_Venice-GrandCanal_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Grand Canal I regard Venice as a magical destination. This is as close to the "main highway" as Venice gets, and is a classic view of the Grand Canal at dusk. Restaurants lining the canal are starting to fill and vini is starting to flow. Timeless. Be there. Image # 06157. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345034044-AORYQIXOISX23RHN768Y/08329_IT-Vernazza-from-above_3M.jpg GALLERIES - International - Vernazza from Above From high on the trail, you can see most of Vernazza. The train on the left is very close to the village, which winds up the hill past the colorful umbrellas. Image #08329 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508349648597-P2RSW6284C9T225KDTXV/08316_IT-LakeComo_4M.jpg GALLERIES - International - Villa d'Este and Lake Como This is among the most dignified and historic hotels in the lake region, beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Como. It has lovely Renaissance gardens and offers extensive hiking on its grounds. Image #08316. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113694947-2OOOH5QD8GG3B8ON2FV9/06000_UK_Castle-Combe-1500PX.jpg GALLERIES - International - The bridge at Castle Combe This is regarded as the prettiest village in England. Most of these properties are hundreds of years old, including the prominent Roman Bridge. If you choose to own this large-format panoramic image, the artist will tell you a remarkable story about how this image was made. Image # 06000. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1559992925455-WRI4V6CD4561DB3CF430/08388_Scot-Inverlochy-9410_3M.jpg GALLERIES - International - Inverlochy Castle Hotel Inverlochy Castle has its own loch in front, and is backed by Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. The grandeur of this historic hotel and fine dining only add to the beauty of its dramatic landscape. Queen Victoria said she “never saw a lovelier or more romantic spot.” Image #08388. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566829309111-TD0SF3WASTP1KDJWA8WN/2019_Lof-Reine-harbor-0003_4M.jpg GALLERIES - International - Reine and the Reinefjord The picturesque village of Reine sits at the mouth of the Reinefjord, with towering moss-covered mountains on each side. This is one of the prettiest places in the Lofoten Islands. Image #08417. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577800683852-2RZJ7XU9LGKF7EM68FAS/08549_Anguilla-view2beach-2507_3M.jpg GALLERIES - International - Belmond Cap Juluca This is a lovely resort on Anguilla. This view looks out from our suite, beyond the beach, and across the water to St. Maarten. Cap Juluca is very habit-forming! Image #08549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462333306-0MMK0GUVD0HMTHBYVCUL/04853_Keukenhof-gardens-802_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Path of Fragrant Flowers Floral composition is close to perfection in the magnificent Keukenhof Gardens. This is flower power at its very best! Image # 04853. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455045405384-56YZYIBJYRMQH590PE0B/06900_BE_Bruges-scene3_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Bridges of Bruges Little disturbs the impression that the clock stopped in Bruges centuries ago. The quaint city enjoys meandering canals crossed by stone bridges. Image # 06900. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639407973-YJNWJB02QSDI4YQVN1KJ/06778_AU_Sydney-Opera-House-1041_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Sydney Opera House The Opera House in Sydney, Australia seems poised for flight from the beautiful harbor. Sydney is Australia's oldest and largest city, and this iconic building anchors the picturesque harbor. I made this photograph shortly before the crowds assembled for the next performance. Image # 06778. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508346594633-OPGNM9VF88M29A35P88Z/08327_SW-Lugano-bench_4M.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Bench on Lake Lugano Lake Lugano is a picturesque lake, with tall hills on its shores. This town is very close to Italy and Lake Como. The bench is vacant, it is a pretty day, and you should bring a picnic lunch and enjoy this serene spot! Image #08327. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666359174104-VOXLNPAST8XAEVZM11PV/08527-Sandeman-Seixo-tasting-4381_558px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Ready for a Port Tasting Here are four great reasons for you to sit on the Sandeman terrace, and look down at the vineyards and Douro River. And taste these different ports. Image #08527. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572885576106-DYPH36MSDE93RSUYMWBY/w08435_Sofitel-bungalow-sunrise-0888_4M.jpg GALLERIES - International - The View at Dawn This spectacular view was right outside our bungalow, every morning. I never took it for granted! Image #08435. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682895470132-YQ2L728IFK36KMIPD0V5/thumbnail_7-Easter-countryside-3335_5M.jpeg GALLERIES - International - Easter on Sao Miguel Most of this island features lots of green, and lots of lava rocks. Rugged and beautiful. Image #08535. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373139386-V45XM4QCAM2ITH1VUTD1/06806_Adare-Milk-Wagon_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Adare Milk Wagon This is a beautifully a nostalgic milk wagon in Adare, Ireland. Located in County Limerick, this is regarded as one of the prettiest villages in Ireland. This image is reminiscent of life before technology took over. Family names are very important here. Image # 06806. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046110024-BT9G6UPRYWAVJVVOABGB/35343_CN_NS-Peggy%27s-Cove_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - Dawn in Peggy's Cove The bait house in Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia is a compositional anchor in the most photogenic harbor in all of Canada. While often photographed in sunshine, I prefer the mood of early morning, with its frequent fog and gentle light. Do you hear the gulls? Image # 35343. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453406522392-576AXK2PI9ZX63C1ZK8J/08072_taxis-lined-up-0408_1500px.jpg GALLERIES - International - The Lineup Chevys and Fords make up the majority of American cars in Cuba. These are taxis, waiting for you to pick one and take a ride. Image # 08072. http://hillart.com/humor-1 daily 0.75 2022-09-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808710866-NRWRXOWTLKKXK9LT9O26/01767_ME_TouristTraps_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Tourist Traps You have heard about them. Here they are, on Deer Isle, Maine. Ayuh. Image # 01767. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808710866-NRWRXOWTLKKXK9LT9O26/01767_ME_TouristTraps_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Tourist Traps You have heard about them. Here they are, on Deer Isle, Maine. Ayuh. Image # 01767. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808711237-IMBJVE4CZVGGELXPXOQL/05670_VT_Bull-Sign-Don%27t_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - What Part of DON'T? What part of DON'T don't you understand? This is the most memorable "No Trespassing" sign I have ever seen, and it is located in rural Vermont. The farmer who crafted this warning left no doubt about the boundary outsiders are asked to respect. Image # 05670. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808711080-7NZ7OCI1WSE92JN5T7NH/07208_IT_Sorrento-schoolbus_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - School Buses of Sorrento You have to love the humor in these Italian school bus names! Image # 07208. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808711321-1EEWTMB8WR4B6SBFQ1R2/07432_CH_Santiago-Wine-Prayer-sign_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Serenity Prayer: New & Improved? Many of us live our lives by the Serenity Prayer. Could this be an improvement? Image # 07432. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712115-JEYC42KTGGRZAZH8NJ3W/07483_HI_Maui_evac-sign-2846_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - What Should I Do??? Help me out here. These two signs near Lahaina, Maui give clear but contradictory instructions. Imagine how helpful they would be if you were suddenly ordered to leave due to an approaching tsunami. Image # 07483. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808711860-NM35PZKC5GG9XYFUEGYU/07516_ME_Donuts-Sign_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Great Marketing You have to admire this clever hook to influence the steering wheel of fishermen's pickup trucks on their way to their dock each morning! Image # 07516. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712209-BILOFZD88HAQ89CHNP7I/07567_NM_SantaFe-DD-Tshirt_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Designated Driver This was a humorous picture on a blanket in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I hope the horse knows his way home. Image # 07567. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712313-J6UZF27N9F4KQMBTHNC2/07604_GR_Rothenburg-sheep-6625_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Bah, Bah Purple Sheep... Bah, bah purple sheep - have you any pretzels? This whimsical group of rare purple sheep was spotted in Rothenburg, Germany. At least a dozen shops offered fresh pretzels to wash down the beer. Image # 07604. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712403-3GYRS8HNNXLX7QNJC6X8/08126_BER_OppositionLeader-0201A8_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - The Opposition Leader Bermuda is very civilized, and even has a dignified public building in Hamilton for the other party. I doubt that this room is large enough to contain America's Opposition Leaders... Image # 0201A8. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712956-HEJVKLF1R8RKWIP9PBIP/36171_PA_Dehydrated-Water_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Dehydrated Water? General store shelves of long ago had fascinating merchandise. Could canned dehydrated water be similar to canned Maine air? Image # 36171. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808713345-LPYVG050RP9C00RI0W40/39013_IR-Burren-bends-ahead_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Bends Ahead This sign greets you as you navigate the country roads in western Ireland. By the time you see this sign, you have already exercised your steering wheel! Image # 39013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808713267-QFGS11SK3VFD2ZFZVQ0S/39029_MD_Sailing-Tshirt-humor_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Rules of the Road One of the laws of life is that sailboats have right of way over power boats. An unfortunate situation for the beer-drinking power boater depicted on this t-shirt... Image # 39029. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808713976-8UN39JQXCTGI956YIB1R/39063_PA_Funny-Gym-Sign_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Solution for your Resolution After seeing this sign along the highway, I sure wanted to stop driving and start working out. Just as soon as I finish my Krispy Kreme! Image # 39063. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808714453-1Z7LH41A0IBEG2DD44V3/39066_CA_Humor_Snowy_Table_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Your Table is Ready Sometimes you have no trouble landing a reservation at a three-star restaurant, especially if you request seating on their lovely patio. Image # 39066. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458077447277-0AJSONYK8RH7MKIU4JK9/08149_Frog+onGuardFrog_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Even a Guard Frog Needs Backup OK, this was spotted in my back yard, by my waterfall. The pink guard frog was working just fine, but a live imposter appeared one day to undergo "training"... Image # 08149. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160580967-A5PFB873WNBQYFDI9ERK/08150_Bratislava-manhole-statue_1500px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Enjoy the View! Bratislava has whimsical art. This sculpture is a bronze version of what a man might look like rising from a manhole in the middle of town. Serious fun! Image # 08150. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503512302615-G96EJH8HCV6RACG0KPLX/08287_Pilot-Lounge-sign-humor_3M.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Braille Needed Here??? This is one of those unexpected signs that stop you in your tracks, to think about life and perhaps your next airplane trip... Image # 08287. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503941635476-L09RHN626OPBA7HAB76O/04926_DC_Eraser_Humor_3M.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Typewriter Eraser This whimsical sculpture was crafted in 1999 by Oldenburg and van Bruggen. Made of stainless steel and fiberglass, nearly 7 feet high, it is located in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. Sorry to say I actually used one of these (normal size) when making corrections on a manual typewriter. Image # 04926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662910631726-HIUMIJAPH70L26ZD9R67/310-08519-Zermatt-cocktails-sign_537px.jpg HUMOR & WHIMSY - Marketing Advice in Zermatt After you have seen the Matterhorn, visiting Zermatt is often about walking the town. This great advice greeted me outside a bar lounge. Maybe I should try it... Image #08519. http://hillart.com/new-gallery-5 daily 0.75 2016-03-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640393926-NNGBPDI4J1GH7PXD1ZJV/01200_PA_Longwood-Gazebo_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - The Gazebo at Longwood Longwood Gardens is a magnificent legacy created by the DuPont family, and this pond is perhaps the most romantic spot in the vast gardens. Located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, I love to wander in this oasis of man-made nature. Image # 01200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640393926-NNGBPDI4J1GH7PXD1ZJV/01200_PA_Longwood-Gazebo_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - The Gazebo at Longwood Longwood Gardens is a magnificent legacy created by the DuPont family, and this pond is perhaps the most romantic spot in the vast gardens. Located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, I love to wander in this oasis of man-made nature. Image # 01200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640394353-1BVIOQTY72DA97B9VF38/01313_CO_Summer-in-SanJuans_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Summer in the San Juans Skier-in-recovery Wayne Hill knows that Colorado offers wonderful skiing, yet is even more enjoyable to explore in the summer. This vista of the San Juan mountains awaits you as you begin your adventure on Million Dollar Road north of Telluride. Unspoiled and magnificent, between Ouray and Telluride, it is well worth the drive to be there! Image # 01313. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640394137-2ZNS6D91BM01WPWP5PFK/01528_CO_Gem-Lake_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Gem Lake This delightful lake is the reward for a two-hour hike north of Estes Park, Colorado in Rocky Mountain National Park. I sure appreciated the treat after the uphill climb to reach this spot, as it indeed is a gem! Image # 01528. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640394307-L0JACO047DUDATUK8OHF/01632_DE_Maple-Brook-Farm_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Maple Brook Farm I made this patriotic farmscape in 1995, years before 9/11/01. Located in Delaware, It seems even more powerful today. Image # 01632. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640394956-ZRRIRZNEJJXWFVBBQXY7/01658_NH_Shelburne-Birches_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - The Shelburne Birches This classic stand of birches and maples in northeastern New Hampshire is your invitation to spend time with me in New England during the fall foliage performance each October. You will learn that fine art and fine maple syrup are co-dependent... Image # 01658. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640395560-9XNNSSVSX6V9HA4FUJIU/01809_ME_JordanPond-Bubbles_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Jordan Pond Near the center of Mount Desert Island, Maine, lies this delightful pond. At one end are the twin sensual peaks called The Bubbles, while at the other sits the Jordan Pond House, known for its memorable popovers. John Rockefeller built carriage trails around this pond, which today are great for hiking and biking. Did I mention those hot popovers fifty yards away? Image # 01809. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640395106-9BX302WVK9L3LXEYSMPF/01957_CA_Yose-Inspiration-Pt_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Inspiration Point in Yosemite This is the most popular vantage point to view the remarkable valley in Yosemite National Park, in the eastern edge of California. El Capitan dominates the left, and Half Dome teases you to enter the valley and stay. This point is very well-named. Image # 01957. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640395286-UKNGNSVJ4XTX52T4CARM/02221_VA_Mabry-Mill_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Morning at the Mabry Mill Do you need stress relief? Slow down beside the rhodos and the old millpond at the Mabry Mill, located at milepost 181 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in southwest Virginia. The National Park Service lists the Parkway as the most visited site in the National Park system. Yet this image offers a wonderful sense of calm and a healthy dose of nostalgia. I can also recommend the pancakes in the restaurant 100 yards behind my tripod... Image # 02221. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640396476-PMLSIQ0MJ40S5U9B691H/04728_IT_AmalfiCoast-Tree_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - The Most Famous Tree in Italy High above the fabled Amalfi coast, in the tiny village of Ravello, lies a collection of elegant homes and hotels. This is the view from the Il Giardino of the renowned Villa Rufolo, looking out over the southern coast below. This spot is one of my favorite vantage points in all of Italy. Image # 04728. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640396081-LAU7QQ1VFFZRNJSSQ7G4/05232_AK_Denali-the-Great-One_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Denali, The Great One McKinley is the tallest mountain in North America, and is 20 miles away from its remarkable reflection in Wonder Lake. I was lucky to make this image in the summer, when "The Mountain" is rarely clear. Image # 05232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640396938-8KPYNBXEXPLII1DCKFMG/05522_CO_Fall-Maroon-Bells_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Autumn at the Maroon Bells Nestled among the majestic peaks of the Elk Mountain Range, the Maroon Bells are among the most photogenic of the hundreds of mountains in Colorado. A pair of "14'ers" make up the Bells, whose beauty is visually doubled by Maroon Lake.They really stand out in this early morning photograph Wayne Hill, amid the vivid colors of autumn. Image # 05522. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640396831-MEM2GGZZCJ8HMJIN5BQK/05643_AZ_GC-Sunset_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Grand Canyon sunset Do you remember when eight crayons were all the colors you needed? Few places on our planet deliver the myriad of colors or the sense of wonder that happens at the unspoiled North Rim of the Grand Canyon, ideally recorded in this image made just after sundown. I sure found this magnificent vista well worth the long drive and hike to be there. Image # 05643. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640397306-3YGZZI5MWEUH5MS61TZ2/05846_WY_Mt-Moran-Morning_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Morning at Mount Moran Enjoy the sound of silence as a new day begins in the Grand Tetons. I love this bend in the Snake River, which perfectly frames Mount Moran. If you listen carefully, you might hear the bugle of an elk . . . Image # 05846. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640397638-C3Z7C1KX4V36VJSXNDEE/05877_WY_Grand-Tetons_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - The Grand Tetons I love this classic view from the landing on the Snake River, where the Tetons are truly grand. The quiet of dawn enhances one's respect for these majestic mountains, among the most dramatic in America. Image # 05877. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640398688-HW9O5SBS8IQM3Y10APSP/06187_IT_Under-Tuscan-Sun_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Under the Tuscan Sun Wandering through Tuscany is close to heaven for a wine-lover. This classic field sits east of Montalcino, and captured my fancy early one morning. Ask me to tell you the story about my wet pants. Image # 06187. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640398239-KZUYHVCZ44CRZUYGNLGU/06535_AZ_Cathedral-Rock-Sedona_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Sedona Country The cinnamon rock formations surrounding Sedona, Arizona made it a popular movie set for many westerns, and was one of John Wayne's favorite locations. Cathedral Rock is near the center of this composition. Image # 06535. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640398623-Y4TJ45WPZ0CMGVQSHQX0/06874_WY_Bison-Yellowst-Lake_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Bison at Yellowstone Lake Immerse yourself in the diverse wonders of Yellowstone National Park. This was America's very first National Park, an idea that has spread worldwide. Bison roam freely all over Yellowstone, and here provide a welcome foreground to Yellowstone Lake as they wander across the "front yard" of the Lake Village Lodge. Image # 06874. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640398879-EQ37TBN72OALYKA7ILJP/07415_AR_Decero-vineyard_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Finca Decero Finca Decero likely has the most spectacular vista in all of Mendoza. The artist fell in love with the composition, as all the elements contributed to this complex panorama. After a gourmet lunch on their balcony, paired with delicious wines, the view got even better! Image # 07415. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640399280-28O82OOBVTKACI5Y13EC/07472_HI_Maui-Mama%27s-Beach_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - No Stress at Mama's Fish House I arrived on Maui after a very long flight, and was counting on the salt air, breeze in the palms and the sound of gentle surf to work Maui magic on me. It did not take long, and after a gourmet lunch at Mama's, I sure feel better. So much better that I may not go home! Image # 07472. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640399359-G4G3B6LS193C6834R11M/07613_CA_El-Capitan-fall_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - El Capitan and the Merced Life is not measured by how many breaths you take, but by how many moments take your breath away . . . El Capitan is a primary visual treat in Yosemite National Park. Here is "El Cap" in the afternoon light, with its reflection in the gentle flow of the Merced River. Visit this spot in early morning, and you will have it all to yourself. Image # 07613. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640400355-NUBE7OC5V7IMEM98PCC4/37014_WY_NightCalm_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640399899-F89ED204UO5E9AHTM6A2/36028_VT_Jenne-Farm-Fall_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - The Jenne Farm in Fall Life Magazine once called this timeless Vermont farmscape the most-photographed farm in America. Located in South Reading near Woodstock, it's easy to see why. I made this early morning photograph, just as the peak foliage of October visited his favorite farm. Image # 36028. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640400212-RASQB1U5OSHXOE97X1UL/36151_VA_Mather-Gorge_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - Mather Gorge Just below Great Falls, the Potomac River calms down in between dramatic rock formations. I made this photograph with Virginia in the foreground and Maryland in the distance. Image # 36151. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640483404-1V719RMK0E53AQBTYTNY/03937_VA_Leon-Farmscape_1500px.jpg LANDSCAPES - The Leon Barns Along the road between northern Virginia and Charlottesville, these nostalgic barns invited me to slow down, make one of my famous U-turns, and create this image # 03937. http://hillart.com/food-1 daily 0.75 2016-02-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801060831-F7EDL9CJK2NIU3NR6CJY/07191_FR_StTropez-gelato_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Stay Cool in St. Tropez Few problems in our world would be nearly as serious if we all enjoyed more gelato. This spot became my favorite during a very hot afternoon in St. Tropez. Yes, every one of the gelatos is topless. Image # 07191. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801060831-F7EDL9CJK2NIU3NR6CJY/07191_FR_StTropez-gelato_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Stay Cool in St. Tropez Few problems in our world would be nearly as serious if we all enjoyed more gelato. This spot became my favorite during a very hot afternoon in St. Tropez. Yes, every one of the gelatos is topless. Image # 07191. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061110-QV804W32Y85HVFBSUZMT/07221_IT_Rome_veggies13_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Verdura A day of cooking in Rome often begins at the farm market in Campo di Fiore. Wonderful veggies! Image # 07221. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061156-Y452ABWEFW19EM4MSCXZ/07227_IT_Rome-Veggies_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Pomodori In the farm market in Campo di Fiore in Rome, there are at least 8 varieties of tomatoes, each with a chef-preferred purpose. Image # 07227. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061408-4A3FOZ8ARRVUAM1CDDKG/07231_IT_Seabourn-dessert40_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Diet? What Diet? Three thoughts: these all look good, and nobody back home is watching me right now. There is no calorie information printed on the dishes, so they must be calorie-free. Finally, who cares - I am on cruise vacation! Image # 07231. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061584-F5JTAP91K34FD8M3G2PS/07232_IT_Seabourn-dessert35_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Sweets on Seabourn This is not a trick question: which are you going to look at: these tempting treats or the idyllic waters off the Italian coast??? Image # 07232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061777-O3YXT5WFUUDJYAT1RLN4/07233_IT_Seabourn-dessert32_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Look But Don't Touch? Is this a good time to invoke the vacation exclusion on your diet? Image # 07233. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062118-S6NUDSOMKKBTJSHNMA8W/07235_IT_Rome-lunch19_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Roman Lunch When strolling through the piazzas in Rome, tempting lunch presentations reach out to you. Go ahead - pick one, pair it with a Pinot Grigio and sit while you people-watch. Image # 07235. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062295-XIIC95ZDIJ1ZNJ4FVYTF/07236_IT_Ponza_market-15_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Ponza Market This is very typical of the local markets in nearly every Mediterranean village. Image # 07236. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062368-UOW19NQXPH0TSAGZXUBH/07237_MC_Monte-Carlo-choc10_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Chocolates in Monte-Carlo Thank goodness there is a heavy glass protective front on this display, keeping those designer treats from jumping into my hand! Image # 07237. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062548-YRWDIQ0UHEW0AYR7V5QK/07238_IT_Rome-mushrooms5_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Serious Mushrooms The farmers market in Campo de' Fiori, south of Piazza Navona in Rome, sure has delicious-looking produce! Image # 07238. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062649-12D3MLTQF9FHZTA60BID/07239_IT_Rome_onions9_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Cipolla In Rome's Campo de' Fiori, wonderful produce awaits you, including these healthy onions. Image # 07239. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062782-FE8K6GVGBVHE4144JIY5/07240_FR_StTropez_display-case12_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - On Display in St. Tropez If this tempting display in St.Tropez does not have it, you probably don't need it. Image # 07240. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062840-2TF0T84KV0ST1Q1OUFKO/07241_IT_Seabourn12_saladbuffet_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Seabourn Salad This is about one-third of the offerings on a Seabourn salad buffet at lunch. Image # 07241. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062998-ZYL1OHD0H02LXM9ZRQNZ/35073_MD_Reagan_jelly-beans_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Reagan Jelly Beans President Reagan had a fondness for jelly beans. When I provided art for the Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C. during his administration, I was actually escorted into the White House to photograph these gems. No, the President was not in town at the time. Image # 35073. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801063100-0Q6AHS0ZLMRS76FYPOWH/35153_MD_Strawberries_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Serious Strawberries Try to ignore this image. Forget the luscious taste of fresh strawberries. You never heard of strawberry shortcake. Don't even think about combining these with ice cream... I knew you couldn't do it. Image # 35153 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803396827-TNC3PU5IUMV0E9FDXX7D/08056_Nice-cookies-0303A13_1500px.jpg FOOD & TEMPTATIONS - Nice cookies! Nice cookies really are nice. Very French. Slightly touristy. Taste for yourself. Image # 08056. http://hillart.com/wine-country-1 daily 0.75 2021-02-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599773285888-Z103A8Y14T3LVV0W5JLI/08459-OR-Willamette-landscape-9876_3M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Dundee Hills The Willamette Valley in Oregon is ideal for growing world-class Pinot Noir. Some of the soil is sedimentary, while other soil is volcanic (Jory). Each type of soil finds expression in the Pinots grown in it. Image # 08459. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599773285888-Z103A8Y14T3LVV0W5JLI/08459-OR-Willamette-landscape-9876_3M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Dundee Hills The Willamette Valley in Oregon is ideal for growing world-class Pinot Noir. Some of the soil is sedimentary, while other soil is volcanic (Jory). Each type of soil finds expression in the Pinots grown in it. Image # 08459. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599773425787-PPZLG41HBWIOG9Q7GS58/08460-OR-Willamette-P-Green-grounds-9919_4M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Patricia Green Cellars In Oregon’s Willamette Valley, one of the most beautiful vineyards are located at Patricia Green Cellars. Oh - the wines are wonderful! Image # 08460. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599769786381-EWQXZRQ7X4VTUICBG6RW/08457-OR-Bergstrom-vineyards-3391_4M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Bergstrom Pinot - Just Ahead! In Oregon’s fabled Willamette Valley, the soil conditions are superb for the growing of Pinot Noir. This winery produces some of the best Pinots in America, and it was a pleasure to sip and watch their grapes mature for harvest. Image #08457. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599773515437-AJD0RI3UOC243QY0CAPB/08458-NOTL-vineyard-netting-0717_5M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Icewine Coming Soon! In Canada’s Niagara-on-the-Lake, conditions are ideal for production of Icewine. Here are frozen Cabernet Franc grapes, which will be picked by hand and will end up as cherished Icewine. A true treat! Image # 08458. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599772742372-GHX4X22ZFR2XO69FXAVM/08461-CAN-Icewine-stash-0754_4M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Sweet Treats Ahead! Here is a sample selection of the Icewines produced in Canada’s Niagara-on-the-Lake. Difficult to produce, expensive, and worth it! Image # 08461. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434342748-HX5HVFZ6GN2E21MTZ2RX/08227_FR-Burg-Romanee-Conti-vineyard-6633_1450px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Liquid Gold Nearby Not far from Beaune, the hallowed ground of Roman-Conti vineyards are surrounded by a subtle stone wall. Their burgundy is one of the most expensive wines in the world. No, I did not get to taste... Image # 08227. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434384032-Q7S4CHH0JGXL7V4UJ5P9/08229_Burg-Romanee-Conti-vineyards-horse-6636_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Plowing by Horse The vines of Domaine Romanee-Conti are pampered, to produce the absolute finest Burgundy in the world. This handsome horse had no idea how special the vines are that it is passing. It's a job. Image #08229. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434368516-UBER40BCIRN1W3L1SJS5/08228_Burg-Romanee-Conti-vineyards-horse-6639_1350px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Call Me Handsome This amazing work horse plows the rows between the vines in Domaine Romanee-Conti. The finest wine in the world deserves a distinctive horse working to create the next vintage of liquid gold. Image # 08228. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1575406795345-MR5YJ8TY1JWZ4CR9Y3VT/08456_2019_Napa-welcome-3345_4M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Welcome to Napa! Robert Mondavi was a wine evangelist, working tirelessly to brand the wines of Napa as deserving of world-class status. This humble sign greets visitors driving north toward Napa wineries, leaving no doubt as to where you are. Image #08456. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660245055-4XL0ET563ZY1M4RK5QFJ/06709_FR_Ch-PhelanSegur_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Chateau Phelan Segur This renowned winery is located west of Bordeaux in the left bank area near St. Estephe. Image # 06909. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434422134-SG6EQPAPV8STEI3AXVM4/08285_FR-Burgundy-Beaune-JosephDrouhin-cellars-tasting-6712_3M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Private Tasting in the Joseph Drouhin Cellars These cellars are impressive for their size and for their age. Known for exceptional Burgundy wines, the firm began more than 130 years ago, and is still in the center of Beaune, very close of the Hospices. Image # 08285. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434408376-ZD28RWDITBCNW9J1DA4Y/08232_Burg-Beaune-JDrouhin-cellars-6698_1400px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Cellars of Joseph Drouhin These cellars are impressive for their size and for their age. Known for exceptional Burgundy wines, the firm began more than 130 years ago, and is still in the center of Beaune, very close of the Hospices. Image # 08232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660245725-X8HO2I2LX6CZ6AAYIE3F/06710_FR_Ch-Palmer_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Chateau Palmer Chateau Palmer has an impressive chateau anchoring their left-bank Bordeaux vineyards, which produce highly respected wines. Image # 06710. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660246170-EEK16ZUR3JYF3WGXSF0K/06715_FR_St-Emilion-shop_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Morning in St. Emilion These historic cobblestone streets will soon fill with the traffic of locals and visitors. I felt safe window shopping for first growth wines as long as the shops were still closed. Image # 06913. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660246893-5DSB293G2AF5Q6WDC9IQ/06719_FR_Ch-Margaux-front_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Chateau Margaux This is the imposing Chateau Margaux, one of the most respected "first growth" wineries in the world. Located in the Medoc region along the the River Gironde. Ch. Margaux creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06719. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660246688-B3YLNTWHLTSX4VKFPCE4/06721_FR_Ch-Margaux-doors_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Doors of Margaux Here are the nostalgic doors at Chateau Margaux, one of the most respected "first growth" wineries in the world. Behind these doors lie the barrel rooms and cellars of coveted wine. Located in the Medoc region along the "left bank" of the River Gironde. Ch. Margaux creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06721. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660247165-3JG5T542NG6I3TCCW7EB/06722_FR_Ch-Lafitte-Rothschild_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Chateau Lafitte-Rothschild This is the imposing Chateau Lafitte-Rothschild estate, one of the most respectedBordeaux "first growth" wineries on Planet Wine. Located in the Pauillac region in the Medoc, close to the "left bank" of the River Gironde. Ch. Lafitte-Rothschild creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06722. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660247462-I00XSE84LD3196NFM9U0/06723_FR_Ch-Mouton-Rothschild_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Barrel Room at Mouton-Rothschild Here is the barrel room imposing Chateau Mouton-Rothschild, one of the most respected Bordeaux "first growth" wineries on Planet Wine. Located in the Pauillac region in the Medoc, close to the River Gironde in southwestern France. Ch. Lafitte-Rothschild creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. This is merely one of the barrel rooms, near their amazing cellars. Image # 06723. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660247711-ZNLI0F3BXF687GI76YAS/06724_FR_Ch-Pichon-Longueville_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Chateau Pichon-Longueville This chateau really looks old! Located on the left bank, it produces excellent cabernets, and slips under the radar dominated by the first-growths. Image # 06724. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660248190-NVXZXUZ30IK7UQ676X3S/06725_FR_Ch-Petrus-grapes_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Lucky Grapes of Petrus Here are ripe Merlot grapes at Chateau Petrus in Pomerol ("right bank"). This was one week before the crush in Bordeaux, and they sure look ready. Probably worth a Euro apiece! Image # 06725. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660248288-XGC2W343RPNZADSXLQHM/06726_FR_Ch-ChevalBlanc-grapes_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Grapes of Ausone These are ripe Merlot grapes at Chateau Ausone in St. Emilion (Bordeaux, "right bank"). This was one week before the crush, and they sure look ready. What a regal future lies in store for these fortunate grapes! Image # 06726. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660248849-QQFS860X7OMBAI2JN56L/06727_CA_Napa-Mondavi_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Memorial to Mondavi Here is the Robert Mondavi Winery, one of the best known wineries in Napa Valley, California. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, its storied history makes it worthy of your visit when trying to conquer Napa. He was a powerful force in guiding the emergence of California wines. While it is no longer in the Mondavi family, their marketing message is poignant: "Some wines reflect the character of their makers. Some reflect the size of their dreams. His name is on the bottle. His story is in it." Image # 06727. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660248773-CKTMT2VE0SR2TC9L4M0S/06728_CA_Napa-OpusOne_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Opus One This is the entrance to the legendary Opus One Winery, one of the most respected wineries in America. It was a labor of love created over 30 years ago by Robert Mondavi and Baron Rothschild, to show that wines from Napa can rival the great wines of Bordeaux. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, it is unique in design and in winemaking philosophy. A remarkable legacy to two great wine minds. Image # 06728. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660249743-DLOKC4WSVNRZ30SEZAIS/06729_CA_Napa-OpusOne_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Opus One Abstract The Opus One Winery was a labor of love created over 30 years ago by Robert Mondavi and Baron Rothschild, to show that wines from Napa can rival the great wines of Bordeaux. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, it is unique in design and in winemaking philosophy. A remarkable legacy to two great wine minds. This shows the visual effect of the berm created to surround the pioneering plan for the winery. Image # 06729. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660250023-GLDDLPKWHDBNN3XMJSUS/06730_CA_SilverOak-vineyard_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - From Green to Silver This is the beautiful vineyard supporting the Silver Oak Winery in Napa Valley, California. Located in Oakville, it is worthy of your visit when trying to conquer Napa. There is another Silver Oak winery in Sonoma's Alexander Valley, north of Healdsburg. Image # 06730. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660251293-SD5YV0B1VZ030Q5JPD0P/06731_CA_ToKalon-vineyards_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - To Kalon to Mount Veeder All wine starts as farming of grapes. Tannin tigers believe this is where the best fruit lives. This is the legendary To Kalon vineyard primarily owned by the Robert Mondavi Winery and Schrader Cellars in Napa Valley, California. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, it is the birthplace of 100-point wines. It is simply one of the finest Cabernet sites in the New World. This view looks west through the vineyard toward Mount Veeder. Image # 06731. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660251580-B943UJ98XCTSH4VOSGH0/06733_CA_Rubicon-doors_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Doors of Rubicon This is the historic Niebaum Coppola Rubicon Winery, one of the most respected wineries in Napa Valley, California. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, it is worthy of your visit when doing Napa. Image # 06733. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660252556-39Q0PV2P78OVOQ5JJ369/06735_CA_JosephPhelps_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Vineyards at Joseph Phelps In the northeast corner of Napa Valley, off the Silverado Trail, Joseph Phelps winery has grown and produced stellar wines for more than 35 years. One of Napa Valley's benchmark Cabernet producers, founder Joe Phelps inspired the creation of Insignia and Backus, two of their critically acclaimed stars. Their Insignia cuvee was launched in 1974 and has been a pacesetter ever since. Image # 06735. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660252533-PDGJ2ESDQVLIHPK439TD/06736_CA_DomaineChandon_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Domaine Chandon Sitting on the south end of the wineries in the Napa valley, Domaine Chandon offers a wonderful tour of their sparkling production process. Advice from the artist: tasting four sparklers before lunch will really take the stress out of the rest of your day. Image # 06736. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660253132-DGI4HX713BBQF2NJHEGU/06737_CA_Ferrari-Carano_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Terrace at Ferrari Carano Here are the beautiful vineyards at Ferrari Carano, one of the most "European" of the wineries in California. The facility is located on Dry Creek Road in Sonoma, and is worthy of your visit when doing wine country. Founder Don Carano gave his wife an unlimited budget to create their impressive winery, and he said she exceeded it. Image # 06737. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660253144-09U79VVAOXXNJP9TXGW1/06738_CA_Ferrari-Carano_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Chateau Ferrari Carano Here is Ferrari Carano, one of the most "European" of the wineries in California. The facility is located on Dry Creek Road in Sonoma, and their gardens are a delightful bonus to your visit. Image # 06738. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660245714-PWKTHYTGQB33RPC2LXEU/04543_IT_Montepulciano-vinyrd_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Vineyards in Montalcino Montalcino is one of the classic renaissance hill towns in southwestern Tuscany that is little changed since the 16th century. Famous for its DOCG Brunello wine, it sits 2,000 feet above sea level and offers lovely vistas over faded terra-cotta roof tiles to vineyards yeilding the sangiovese grapes, among the most distinguished reds produced in Italy. Its panoramic position is surrounded by the 15th century defensive works; the town has preserved many architectural jewels and artistic treasures, amid the beauty of the surrounding vineyards. This vineyard is north of Castello Banfi. Ask me about the fascinating Banfi story... Image #004543. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660254275-29CRCPGAI3R2FOMA3IK3/06739_CA_Jordan-courtyard_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Terrace at Jordan This is the beautiful Jordan Winery, one of the most elegant of the wineries in California. Jordan wines focus on the details that yield balance and elegance. The estate is located north of Healdsburg in Sonoma County, and winemaker Rob Davis has been at the helm in the cellar since Jordan's first vintage in 1976. Image # 06739. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660254300-FHCG5EAL6XGYQBLGC6EO/06740_CA_Jordan-front_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Jordan Winery Here is the beautiful Jordan Winery, one of the most elegant of the wineries in California. Jordan wines focus on the details that yield balance and elegance. The estate is located north of Healdsburg in Sonoma County, and is worthy of your visit (by appointment) when trying to conquer wine country. Image # 06740. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660255037-EIYFFXNC6WHDPYJFLGNN/06742_CA_Arista-vineyard_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Vineyards at Arista On the north side of Sonoma's Russian River sits the symmetrical vineyards of Arista. Image # 06742. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660255156-XOTMMJJX40XH0KAMFIG7/06743_CA_IronHorse-vineyard_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Vineyards at Iron Horse Hidden away from the crowds near the Russian River in Sonoma, California, Iron Horse Vineyards quietly makes excellent wines. Image # 06743. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660255988-D9DOQHQS69NL92CBLLSY/06744_VA_Barboursville_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Barboursville Winery This is the vineyard and winery at Barboursville. Located between Orange and Charlottesville in central Virginia, it is among the most beautiful of Virginia wineries. It also has some of the best wines in the state. Check out their Octagon meritage as you dine in their excellent Palladio restaurant. They also feature lovely cabins should you wish to create a romantic weekend... Image # 06744. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660255998-HLR1GESC6I5X2EU3WY77/06745_VA_Hillsborough_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Hillsborough Vista Positioned above the traffic in Loudoun County, VA, the Hillsborough Winery offers estate wine and an excellent view. Image # 06745. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660256873-F3488C37G24A1YL4GBFR/06746_CA_FrenchLaundry_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The French Laundry One of the most respected restaurants in America lives within a modest house in Yountville, a storied part of Napa Valley in northern California. Here is the epitome of food-wine pairing. Chef Thomas Keller has lifted its performance to legendary levels, as documented in the book, The Soul of a Chef. The artist wanted to photograph each of the dozen courses, but settled for a photograph of the modest sign in front. Image # 06746. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660256905-Z7ICBDVO5DJ2DV2SB9IT/06747_CA_Dry-Creek-Barn_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Dry Creek Barn This old barn near the Russian River is happily surrounded by Zinfandel vines. The wine country in western Sonoma is gorgeous, and the roads in the Dry Creek Valley are worthy of your visit. Image # 06747. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660257928-BA5WWW6E2DI23F6EWMUW/06801_NZ_SailingRippon_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Sailing Past Rippon Here are the vineyards of the renowned Rippon vineyards, located on the western shore of Lake Wanaka north of Queenstown, New Zealand. It is easy to see why Rippon is often described as the most beautiful winery in the world. This land has been in the Mills family for four generations. Robert Parker rates Rippon in the top five in NZ. Soon after making this photograph, the artist felt obliged to put one bottle of Rippon Pinot Noir out of its misery. Let's toast to sailing! Image # 06801. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660257320-P0PEFAEDQR094REXPVCR/06923_NZ_Rippon_53M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Rippon Winery by Lake Wanaka Here are the renowned Rippon vineyards, located on the shore of Lake Wanaka north of Queenstown, New Zealand. It is easy to see why Rippon is often described as the most beautiful winery in the world. Parker rates Rippon in the top five in NZ. Soon after making this photograph, the artist felt obliged to put one bottle of Rippon Pinot Noir out of its misery. Image # 06923. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660257550-3W5WOC7DPJUCSF3UECJO/06924_NZ_Craggy-Range_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Vineyards of Craggy Range On the east side of the north island of New Zealand, in Napier, sits the dramatic Craggy Range winery. The name is clearly taken from the towering terrain which presides over the vineyard. Their winemakers believe that finesse and care are equal ingredients to the grapes themselves. The winery makes award-winning meritages, which the artist dutifully tasted so that he could properly make this photograph. Image # 06924. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660257939-37QX5PLZ6PI07HOJVBZ4/06925_NZ_Craggy-Range-Terroir_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Terroir at Craggy Range Terroir is regarded as one of the top restaurants in New Zealand. It is located within the Craggy Range winery, in Napier on the east side of the north island. If you choose to be marooned in a far away place, this would do... Image # 06925. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660258156-0VXYLIXT06G73N7XMZ7F/06926_NZ_Marlborough-CloudyBay_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Vineyards at Cloudy Bay The Marlborough wine region on the South Island helped to put New Zealand on the world's wine map. Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc was the early catalyst in drawing attention to this maturing wine area. Now, there are dozens of highly respected wineries on both islands, just waiting for your discovery. Cloudy Bay was very helpful to the artist, with soft sunlight in the foreground and clouds adding drama to the distant Richmond Ranges. Image # 06926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660258492-FJYMU8KDHS0GXG6MR49C/06940_CA_Napa-Balloons_3M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Balloons Over Napa Dawn arrives in Napa Valley, and soon after the sky is punctuated by colorful hot air balloons. The artist created this panorama from his balloon as he drifted peacefully south from Yountville toward the park near of the city of Napa. Champagne ahead! Image # 06940. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660258671-J88TSQ7PYFR3FR7J9KLI/06941_CA_OpusOne-barrel-rm_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Contented Barrels at Opus One If you had to be locked in a room, this would be an excellent choice. In the unique Opus One winery in Napa Valley, the barrel room holds the liquid gold awaiting bottling. Now, if you would please go away and leave the artist to ... meditate with a empty glass in his hand... Image # 06941. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660259625-2VBVODJY22JP0X0YEB4B/06966_SW_Lavaux-Terraces1_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Riesling Ahead! These Swiss vineyards are UNESCO World Heritage vineyards, laden with white grapes that hug the steep Lavaux Terraces leading down to Lake Geneva. Image # 06966. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660259114-A8U7VSI7GCN46UA2QG1I/06988_GER_Ruedesheim_vineyards15_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Castle and Vineyards The Rhine Gorge in northern Germany has dozens of impressive castles, most surrounded by Riesling vineyards. Image # 06988. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660259592-89JBKL8DX4GL5P7M6VYO/06989_GER_Ruedesheim_vineyards12_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Terraces at Ruedesheim Imagine the work to create these stone terraces on the steep banks of the Rhine river in Germany, and then the challenge of managing the vineyards on them. Image # 06989. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660260050-I6YICP12O4RS5BQTNKIN/06990_GER_Ruedesheim_vineyards6_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Working the Vines The next time you enjoy a Riesling, think about the many hours of labor to prune and groom the vines long before harvest. This steep slope is on the bank of the Rhine river near Ruedesheim in northern Germany Image # 06990. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660260159-NUXUHMJP16AMEOJWWXG8/06991_GER_Ruedesheim-vineyards17_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Patterns of the Vines Here in ingenious use of rugged terrain near Ruedesheim in northern Germany. Vineyards take advantage of excellent drainage as they approach the harvest. Image # 06991. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660260993-F6IYEIDNFCRG2CS7US23/07136_FR_Versailles-28-Bacchus_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Bacchus Bacchus was the Roman god of wine. Also known as Dionysus, he became a symbol of the renowned French wine industry. Here he presides over a reflecting pool, oblivious to the cares of visitors to Versailles. Is it wine o'clock somewhere? Image # 07136. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660260948-0XN3GSUFC52794TWTGW9/07154_CA_Napa_Cade_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Cade Winery The winery at Cade is impressive. On the walk to the cellars, you can see the Manzanita tree that is part of their logo. Image # 07154. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660261154-VVVXCQEMTXY7GWTT4ACF/07155_CA_Napa_DiamondCreek_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Diamond Creek Few wineries anywhere are as beautiful as Diamond Creek, located in the northwest corner of Napa Valley. Four distinct vineyards allow the vines to receive unique sun and drainage. The artist needed to sample each of the four cabs to see if there was a significant difference. He is now undertaking a second opinion to be sure... Image # 07155. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660261245-IULF817EU7BDX70ALOJ6/07157_CA_Napa_FarNiente_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Barrel Cave at Far Niente Deep within the hillside, above the vineyards but beneath the elegant tasting room, sits the Far Niente barrel "room". One of several areas for barrels, this one tunnel appears to stretch all the way across California. Image # 07157. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660261972-AIM0CTGQJUNHO3SV13ED/07158_CA_Napa_Quintessa-2959_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Pond at Quintessa Situated on the west side of the Silverado Trail, the Quintessa estate has a surprisingly large area devoted to vineyards, with a pond punctuating the center. Want to join the artist in the boat, with a baguette, some cheese, and a delicious Quintessa?? Just imagine the troubles of the world we could solve... Image # 07158. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660261982-AHYTTAZ6FRNTBWUGRLNE/07159_CA_Napa_Quintessa_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Vineyards of Quintessa The vineyards at Quintessa rise gracefully up from the pond in all directions. This idyllic setting is not visible from their contemporary winery on the west side of the Silverado Trail. Image # 07159. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660262611-6QG5XG0HEI3Q2MI44SK2/07160_CA_Napa_Quintessa-gate_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Secret Gate Symphony for the Senses...What a perfect thought as you pass beneath the gate leading across the bridge to a private picnic place. Hidden on the Quintessa estate in Napa, this gate is a delightful find for the artist. Image # 07160. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660262565-3S4JZK4XVG9WVRNE9304/07164_CA_Napa_Pride-vineyard_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Vineyards of Pride The dramatic slopes on which Pride has planted their vines make for fascinating images. The high altitude and excellent drainage make for excellent wines. This winery actually straddles Napa and Sonoma counties, which makes a nightmare for their accountants but great conversation for us. Image # 07164. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660262766-48M3GYWNKQBE339C619Q/07165_CA_Napa_Hall-BoardRm_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Private Tasting Room at Hall The Hall Winery offers one of the most amazing underground experiences of any in California. Located high above L'Auberge du Soleil on the eastern hills above Napa, the long hallway leads to this imposing conference room where private library tastings take place. The spectacular Swarovski chandelier presides over the long bottom-lit marble table. Image # 07165. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660262819-0O4DZ9275J89C3R5FOYW/07166_CA_Napa_Hall-cellar_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Hall at Hall The long barrel cellar leading to the Hall library tasting room takes a while to walk. The cellar walls are lined with hundreds of Austrian bricks from the Hapsburg era, with numerous insets for original art. Image # 07166. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660263804-7TAWU4GPK665DRINOMC9/07167_CA_SchramsbergFrog_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - A Toast to Winos Everywhere! This frog has class. Balancing on one leg in the Schramsburg pond, wearing a tux, and toasting to you and me - what could be more fanciful? If this stately statue ever needs a break, I volunteer to "stand in". Sorry. Image # 07167. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660264313-HF8NL8MUB5OVWPH1ANWH/07262_CH_Underraga-1885-cellar_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Vina Underraga Vina Underraga is one of the oldest and most prestigious wineries in Chile and indeed in South America. Founded in 1885, here is their library cellar, which was built before electric lights were available. Image # 07262. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660264421-SC386A2GDZXCLHZ5SZ1X/07263_CH_Casillero-del-Diablo-cellar_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Help from the Devil The Concha Y Toro winery is one of the oldest in Chile, sourcing grapes from the Maipo, Aconcagua and Colchagua Valleys near Santiago. Their wine Casillero del Diablo has a fascinating story - email the artist for it. Image # 07263. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660264935-M48S5MOGIEDRJ3HJMXP5/07264_FR_Bordeaux_WineShop_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Bordeaux Wine Shop Many elements of the Bordeaux wine world are important. The artist discovered L'Intendant Grands Vins de Bordeaux, an amazing wine store in the city of Bordeaux. He was able to escape with a photograph instead of their wines that involved beaucoup euros! Image # 07264. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265098-FBAPEQHEX04Y44KQEQK9/07338_CA_Napa-WineCountrySign_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Thanks for the Warning This is a dignified warning to drivers that several Wino Crossings are ahead... Image # 07338. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265429-J4QSOU2TZ91LFTIVPN6Z/07415_AR_Decero612-best_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Finca Decero Finca Decero likely has the most spectacular vista in all of Mendoza. The artist fell in love with the composition, as all the elements contributed to this complex panorama. After a gourmet lunch on their balcony, paired with delicious wines, the view got even better! Image # 07415. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265434-BXSYXUY0ENYMOZXHT07Q/07425_VCobos-winery_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Vina Cobos Vina Cobos is a special winery in Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza. Created by American Paul Hobbs with two partners, Vina Cobos has a uniquely contemporary winery with snow-capped mountains not far beyond the vineyards. Their wines are highly regarded and among the best in Mendoza. Image # 07425. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265898-J5T38LXJELK7HSH6DMU6/07426_AR_BelBaq-view-9057_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Belasco de Baquedano Driving into the Belasco winery in Mendoza, you are filled with anticipation. Leaving the property, this is the impressive view that greets you from their front door. Image # 0742 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265854-50JC4Q4OCOLNCCNCD0OL/07427_AR__Salenstein-barrels_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Perfect Place for a Piano The circular barrel room at Salentein winery in Mendoza has an elegant grand piano! Can you imagine sipping exquisite Malbec as you sit with the barrels and listen to a classical pianist filling the air with beautiful music? Image # 07427. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660266403-MTZU297V2X5WPAT7IUCV/07428_AR_Casarena-winery-1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Welcome to Casarena Bodega Casarena in Mendoza produces excellent wines. They also have a suburb restaurant that serves wine-paired Asian fusion lunches produced by Chef Mun. This is a must-do place for any visitors to Lujan de Cuyo in Mendoza. Image # 07428. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660266396-YXKD7P4W94RR4OEN3XPA/07429_AZ_CatenaZap-vines-9015_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The View from Catena Zapata Ten days before harvest, these vines are nearly ready to be harvested. They have no idea that the view from Mendoza's Catena Zapata is of the snow-capped Andes and unique in the world. Image # 07429. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660266832-Z6FO9RT07DKM4RXUNRJ5/07430_CatenaZapataBarrels_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Barrels at Catena Zapata The barrel room underneath the Mayan winery at Catena Zapata is impressive. It is also very dry (Mendoza is a virtual desert), so twice each day staff members take hoses and wet down the barrels and tile floors, to increase the humidity which will keep the barrel staves from drying out. Image # 07430. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660266934-3PQEWW3J19NQQUUKEPM3/07431_AZ_ClosdeChacras-1231_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Clos de Chacras The 90-year old Clos de Chacras winery looks even prettier in the gentle rain that saturates it unique colors. Located outside Mendoza, the wines are excellent and so is their gourmet lunch. Image # 07431. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660267777-1F4Z7AF5OFUU5YC9LLA1/07432_Wine-Prayer-sign_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - An Alternative Serenity Prayer Many of us, including me, live our lives by the Serenity Prayer. Could this sign, spotted in Santiago, Chile be an improvement? Image # 07432. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660268221-NHHRDGDC0UTQAMPYJKR4/07470_CA_Napa-Vinecliff_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Vineyards at Vine Cliff Vine Cliff is a picturesque boutique property on the east side of the Silverado Trail. The caves are fascinating and - oh yes, I almost forgot - their Cabernet is excellent. Image # 07470. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660268903-2BFY916UL36MU0AJZYL2/07514_VA_Dog%26OysterWinery-5380_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Did You Say Big? You know about big bottles, which are magnums and up. You probably know about "big wine" which refers to the tannic Cabernets that usually claim Napa as home. May I introduce you to a very large corkscrew? This one and its identical twin are each 40 feet tall, and they greet/lure visitors to the Dog and Oyster Winery in Irvington, VA. It is owned by the wonderful Hope and Glory Inn, one of America's top B & B's. If you really need to know the story behind this big boy, go to the winery and stay at the Hope and Glory and learn - or ask me. Image # 07514. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660268900-HV4FBG3MRTZ5YL42R3Z3/08001_Pride-vineyard-rows_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Rows of Pride Pride Mountain Vineyards was previously named "Summit Ranch". The twisting drive from Napa or Sonoma rewards us with a stunning view from the top. Pride is actually planted in both counties, with the border going right through the center of their property. Their caves are almost as impressive as their wines. I love the geometry of their vineyard that seems to head for heaven. Image # 08001. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660269757-28GZ8MJ1L0SO10XVROXR/08002_KenzoEstate-wines_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Kenzo Estate The wines of Kenzo Estate are the delightful result of land, soil and expert blending. Kenzo Tsujimoto purchased 3,800 acres on Mt. George, high above the city of Napa. The Bordeaux varietals are the result of expert blending by Heidi Barrett, yielding wines of intensity, finesse and focus. Image # 08002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660269756-1SSD5XYZINI0TEVMUZ21/08003_Pride-veraison_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Veraison Veraison is a viticulture term meaning "the onset of ripening". This happens when there is a change of color of the grape berries. in mid to late summer, this is the signal to watch very closely for the right time to harvest. Enough winespeak. Italians say: Un pranzo senza vino e come una bella donna senza amore. That is: A dinner without wine is like a beautiful woman without love. Ciao! Image # 08003. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660270140-P063I040HTW6AQM0V9QC/08004_PaulHobbs-relax_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Relax at Paul Hobbs Winery Paul Hobbs has created a global trail of success. This facility in Sebastopol, California is exquisitely designed to showcase the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon that evolves as a result of his legendary attention to detail in the crafting of great wines. Image # 08004. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660270204-IX1QK1K5S6M285W5LCVI/08006_Paloma-view_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The View from Paloma The view from Paloma Winery is complex: in the extreme foreground there is the ballet of a dozen hummingbirds. In the background there are the rhythmic rows of the vineyard and then the fog blanketing the Napa Valley below. Yes, their Merlot is legendary. Image # 08006. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660271561-WFZVRHGZ4X7SA72K9JVV/08007_Black-Stallion_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Black Stallion Located on the grounds of a historic equestrian center, Black Stallion Estate Winery is a respected winery in the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley. Saddle up and visit this gem on the Silverado Trail. Image # 08007 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660271355-TLEXB5FUE4HL8YNG9XNA/39005_CA_Sonoma-Asti-Rd-vineyard3_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Sonoma Along Asti Road Did you hear what Henny Youngman said about wine? "I read about the evils of drinking, so I gave up reading." In December, drive along Asti Road in Sonoma north of Healdsburg CA, and you can feel the sense of anticipation among the dormant vines. Soon these winescapes will come alive with mustard then grapes then wine. Image # 39005. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455728514244-GEHXGDIADBH8ML4N6FJR/08142_RdV-Cellar-8239_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Cellars of RdV One of the very top wineries in Virginia is RdV Vineyards in Delaplane. They produce Bordeaux style reds that are deserving of the high acclaim they have received. Image # 08142. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455728514171-PB1PNTVRGLIUF764V8IC/08143_Ugly-sign-Afton_1500px.jpg WINE COUNTRY - It's All Beautiful! You may not have been to Afton Mountain Vineyards west of Charlottesville, VA. I fell in love with their sign, which I find to be true: Grapes Don't Grow in Ugly Places. Image # 01843. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503942728198-KPQN8081Z6Y2ZNMSZ7AW/07570_UR_Juanico-winery_9564_3M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Juanico Winery Juanico Winery is the largest winery in Uruguay, and is also one of the best. The wine operations were begun in 1830 by Don Francisco Juanico. Located near Montevideo, they are known for producing exquisite reserve Tannat wines. Image # 07570. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503942745972-5R7E1I60F65V2ZB8QZTC/07571_UR_Juanico-winery-door_3M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Door to Juanico Juanico Winery is the largest winery in Uruguay, and is also one of the best. The wine operations were begun in 1830 by Don Francisco Juanico. Here is an old door to their underground reserve cellars. Located near Montevideo, they are known for producing exquisite reserve Tannat wines. Image # 07571. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796842793-VPTJLTUORAXXGGKJ8Z69/08342_CA_Napa-Palmaz-tech-7621_3.5M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Palmaz Technology Palmaz Vineyards in Napa is an extraordinary place to visit. A remarkable story of Dr. Palmaz inventing the heart stent and marrying a family with mining skills - led to the funding and construction of an amazing gravity-fed facility that is primarily underground. Remarkable data is projected onto their walls, leading eventually to wonderful cabernets! Image # 08341. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796858311-94PZ6RHPQ4TJ0KMSP375/08341_CA_Napa-Palmaz-caves-7613_4.33M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Palmaz Caves Palmaz Vineyards in Napa is an extraordinary place to visit. A remarkable story of Dr. Palmaz inventing the heart stent and marrying a family with mining skills - led to the funding and construction of an amazing gravity-fed facility that is primarily underground. Extensive caves with wonderful cabernets! Image # 08342. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796871476-M02EV2U99O3JOC78H0CX/08343_CA_Napa-O%27Shaughnessy-7688_4.2M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - O'Shaughnessy Cellars The O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery sits at 1,800 feet on Howell Mountain above Napa valley. An impressive facility in a beautiful location. They produce Bordeaux varietals and distinctive Cabernets. Image # 08343. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796881075-NIKNT3HSV7HD17FFEX5G/08344_CA_Calistoga-Water-Truck-7699_3.9M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Need water? This larger-than-life sculpture sits near Calistoga, at the north end of Napa Valley. Just plain fun! Image # 08344. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796887523-0DBERTK1PJHPATLKOX7K/08345_CA_Oakville-Turnbull-7661_3.8M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Turnbull Turnbull Wine Cellars in Oakville, Napa valley, are highly respected for producing estate Cabernets. Image # 08345. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796896238-G76M66TITE46PRL8SML0/08346_CA_Oakville-Hall-Rabbit-7656_4M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - The Wine Rabbit Hall Wines is owned by avid art collectors. Their amazing rabbit floats above the vineyards adjacent to Route 29 in St. Helena. Pure fun! Image # 08346. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796903096-33P5TOL6EXAQH1DTW9EN/08347_WA_PepperBridge-7886_4.3M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Pepper Bridge Winery Pepper Bridge Winery has excelled for over twenty years at producing top wines in Walla Walla, Washington. This view is from their entrance looking back toward some of the vines. Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08347. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796910337-TEPHP1CR0Z4JAK9OKPUW/08348_WA_PepperBridge-tasting-7893_4.5M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Pepper Bridge Tasting Pepper Bridge Winery has excelled for over twenty years at producing top wines in Walla Walla, Washington. This is our reserve tasting, surrounded by their wines. What’s not to love? Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08348. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796917714-J09RB0LGHP5S4RQNZOE8/08349_WA_WallaWallaVintners-vineyard-7952_3.3M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Walla Walla Vintners This is one of the prettiest wineries in Walla Walla, Washington. Oh - their wines were delightful as well! Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08349. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796925894-H6IQ8JUA8QUTNPGLHL4P/08350_WA_LongShadows-6240_4.6M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Long Shadows Vintners This is the Chihuly art-infused tasting room at Long Shadows. The winery is a unique symphony of seven ultra-premium wines inspired by international winemakers from the top wine regions of the world. Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08350. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1528117182412-3X2G5967L0J2F3CN2LZF/08351_WA_WoodwardCanyon-6267_4.6M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Woodward Canyon Established in 1981, Woodward Canyon is one of the oldest and most respected wineries in Walla Walla, Washington. A library tasting in their wine cellar is a beautiful experience. Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08351. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796945636-55OIQIEB80WNC66BIIDG/08352_WA-WoodwardCanyon-legs-6272_4M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Got legs? During a library tasting in the wine cellar at Woodward Canyon, I noticed my glass wanting more attention - so I stopped swirling and admired its legs. What would you do? Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08352. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1612808796585-VK4R4OV19LPOTE7QVL16/AllisonInn-wineglasses-3419_3M.jpg WINE COUNTRY - Waiting for Action at the Allison Inn The fabled Allison Inn is perfectly located in the heart of the Willamette Valley in Oregon. Three feet away from your private living room are these glasses…. Image # 03419. http://hillart.com/hot-air-ballooning-1 daily 0.75 2016-02-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778569-VPFGT54BGLXI8I1BSY7L/05743_CO_Snowmass_Balloons_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Snowmass Balloons On an early summer morning, colorful balloons fill the sky, lifting off from a field near Snowmass Village in Colorado. Today would be a great day for you to go aloft with me. Image # 05743. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778569-VPFGT54BGLXI8I1BSY7L/05743_CO_Snowmass_Balloons_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Snowmass Balloons On an early summer morning, colorful balloons fill the sky, lifting off from a field near Snowmass Village in Colorado. Today would be a great day for you to go aloft with me. Image # 05743. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778106-2FVLCRAS7BG24TGRJ2CQ/06940_CA_Napa_Balloons_4845_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Balloons Over Napa Dawn arrives in Napa Valley, and soon after the sky is punctuated by colorful hot air balloons. The artist created this panorama from his balloon as he drifted peacefully south from Yountville toward the park near of the city of Napa. Champagne ahead! Image # 06940. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778330-OPPIUB2KIBBMBN29NVN2/07161_CA_Napa_Ballooning_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Rising Over Napa Which way should I look? Up above is this fascinating rotary patchwork abstract of yellows and blues. Yet down below, our balloon floats above the storied vineyards of Napa Valley. Image # 07161. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778559-K84OL80IXSKQ6HNGDCLE/07162_CA_Napa_20_Ballooning_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - California Horse Shadows The elongated shadows of ordinary horses become fascinating when lit by the sun at dawn. Image # 07162. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778690-XK9B6H93JLQMP0JF2L6T/07163_CA_Napa_Ballooning-3028_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Have a Great Flight! What a wonderful way to start any day! This balloon is directly over the Silverado Trail in Napa Valley, and the lucky passengers wish their flight would last for many hours. Image # 07163. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778805-V5P8RL4R5O516A7ZYM8X/35892_MD_Balloon-Top-Inflated_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Balloon Abstract I love hot air ballooning. I climbed inside this balloon just before it was launched, to record the vivid colors back-lit by the sunrise. Up, up and away! Image # 35892. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804024203-T9V1RIJEBOYDGIJE5OTI/35596_MD_Balloon_Launch_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Hare and Hound This was the launch site for another Hare and Hound race, on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Image # 35596. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804024753-WF5JLTIJNHWB7SUXMZC8/36482_VA_Inside-Balloon_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Inflation You've heard about inflation all your life. Here is what it actually looks like. Image # 36482. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804026058-CCOXLIQWMYVYTSK9CRAZ/36573_VA_HotAirBalloons_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Liftoff in Reston It is a great day to launch our balloons from Lake Fairfax Park in Reston, VA. Please join me! # 36573. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804026642-1MB8EQXQVK6L75Z9NX34/39045_VA_Hot-Air-Ballooning_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Catch the Hare One of the fun races in hot air ballooning is the Hare & Hound Race. The lead balloon has just launched - now it is up to the hounds to give chase. This was a race that began near Baltimore harbor, and ended for the artist on a yacht in the middle of the Chesapeake... You'll just have to ask me... Image # 39045. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804250526-3GTLO3E4B97PN1QKC7LV/36480_VA_Balloon_Launch_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Into the Blue This launch took place early one October morning in Millwood, Virginia. Image # 36480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804261545-HDG2BRK3RBYWIO5JA0IY/36568_Balloon_Aloft_over_Reston_1500px.jpg HOT AIR Ballooning - Up, Up & Away! The launch of this colorful balloon was the last hot air ballooning event from Lake Fairfax in Reston, VA. The artist enjoyed dozens of flights in this balloon. Image # 36568. http://hillart.com/patriotism-1 daily 0.75 2019-07-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1563544126626-JUC2TU3CYS2JZ1MRO7LH/08406_DC-Apollo11-9810_3M.jpg PATRIOTISM - Go for the Moon! This is a fitting way to honor the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing-and-return. The life-size, 363-foot image of a Saturn rocket is projected onto the 555-foot Washington Monument. What a brilliant way to commemorate this remarkable event! Image #08405, by Weetie and Wayne Hill. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1563544126626-JUC2TU3CYS2JZ1MRO7LH/08406_DC-Apollo11-9810_3M.jpg PATRIOTISM - Go for the Moon! This is a fitting way to honor the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing-and-return. The life-size, 363-foot image of a Saturn rocket is projected onto the 555-foot Washington Monument. What a brilliant way to commemorate this remarkable event! Image #08405, by Weetie and Wayne Hill. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817083474-WW351ONI98ZMRQVRM3C1/01189_VA_IwoJimaSunrise_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - The Marine Memorial If you want a jump-start of American patriotism, there may be no better place to be than at Iwo Jima statue before sunrise. Image # 01189-R. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1461586879206-DS3H0EBAVVKXP9MGQFMP/04858_DC_Inaugural_Flags_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Inaugural Flags This is a dramatic view of the huge American flags that hang on the west front of the U. S. Capitol one day every four years, as the perfect backdrop for the Presidential Inaugural ceremony. Ask me to tell you the story behind this photograph... Image # 04858. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817084587-L9KCJ8HTI650OS00L0EW/08012_VT_PatrioticFence_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Patriotic Fence Soon after the unthinkable events of 9/11, a couple painted this flag on their fence as a silent statement of their love for America. More than fifteen years later, it still speaks: may God bless America! Image #08012. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817083730-O7VUD10BENYASRT8G4HB/07179_DC_VietnamMem_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Honor and Remember It is easy to get caught up in the activities and preparations around Christmas. The wreaths placed on each panel at the Vietnam Memorial are silent reminders of the service and sacrifice many thousands of service men and women made on our behalf. This image was made at dawn on Christmas Eve. Image # 07179. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817085763-E9DFDZ34PSNBCSOUCRTL/38121_DC_Vietnam-Mem_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Remember Vietnam Vietnam. It is a powerful name relating to a place, and to poignant memories for many who served in this war. I created this image to honor those who served (as I did during this turbulent time). Image # 38121. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817083932-E81EW724M9YVKK90C3UT/03697_VA_Arl_Amphitheater_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - The Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetary Few places in metro Washington, DC are as impressive as the Amphitheater in Arlington National Cemetery during the Easter sunrise service. You will sense a dignified patriotism that supports the phrase, "In God We Trust". Image # 03697. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817083986-BNWX8GG7PYHK0LGWIFHH/07971_VA_ArlCem-9263_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Freedom is Not Free These miniature American flags are carefully placed in front of every one of the many thousands of tombstones, to remind us of the true meaning of Memorial Day. Image # 07971. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817084254-3PGJS34UIMKE3G0N9SK8/08013_VT_Pomfret-patriotic-barn_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Patriotic Barn As you drive along the scenic backroads north of Woodstock, Vermont, you might just come across this picturesque farms cape. I love the American flag, and immediately stopped to make this photograph. Image # 08013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817084708-TPKEK2EBJ3H35O3E2V2R/08014_VT_Goin-Fishin-patriotic-pond_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Patriotic Adirondacks This patriotic pond greeted me as I was driving on a back road south of Woodstock. What a great expression of love for America, in a whimsical way. And - look outside - today might just be a perfect day for you to go fishin'! Image # 08014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817085290-9MXIGGMRVJPUXY4J6YM5/36272_DC_Flag+over+Capitol_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Long May It Wave! I was inspired by the classic look of this crisp American flag flying above the east front of the U.S. Capitol. Image # 36272. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817084831-8CLMY4O2XF3E11J3N06Y/08015_VT_Wdstck-Barn-Flag-1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Vermonters Love America North of Woodstock, Vermont, the Golden Cow Barn is a pristine backdrop for this beautiful flag. Image # 08015. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1544449176323-N79LFQ6UKWNS2N6DZI9A/08371_NH_American-Flag-Sanbornton-8986_1500px.jpg PATRIOTISM - Eloquence In rural New Hampshire, after the snow stopped, I found this strong statement of belief in how great America is and has been. Image #08371. http://hillart.com/bencheschairs-1 daily 0.75 2016-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736049349-UT5M5NYSRF77VS0YNEUE/01177_DC_Morning-on-Mall_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Morning on the Mall You can have the Mall to yourself to enjoy if you go very early. This is my favorite time to be in the city, before Starbucks arouses the power people. Walk or jog around the monuments and museums, with the Capitol at one end and the Washington Monument at the other - you will be reminded that this indeed is a special place. Image # 01177. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736049349-UT5M5NYSRF77VS0YNEUE/01177_DC_Morning-on-Mall_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Morning on the Mall You can have the Mall to yourself to enjoy if you go very early. This is my favorite time to be in the city, before Starbucks arouses the power people. Walk or jog around the monuments and museums, with the Capitol at one end and the Washington Monument at the other - you will be reminded that this indeed is a special place. Image # 01177. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050098-VUOD9NI4QL13I1C3HVBC/01679_ME_Bailey-Island-Chairs_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Maine, the Way Life Should Be Ayuh, the stories these Adirondacks could tell: with the chorus of the gulls and the books that have finally been finished. I have returned to this point numerous times, and each visit declares it "wicked good!". Decompress from your city pace, treasure the hours watching the waves flirt with the shore and yes, promise to return. Image # 01679. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050037-A36J0ERJP3B5NMHTC3M6/02422_ME_CanoePt-Chairs_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Inn at Canoe Point Just west of Bar Harbor, Maine, these Adirondacks are positioned to invite you to supervise nautical traffic heading into Frenchman's Bay. This shoreline is part of the lovely grounds of the Inn at Canoe Point. Linger and unwind. Image # 02422. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050400-LR9JR4R3VNLBG5VYHALM/02428_ME_Newagen-Chairs_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Adirondacks at the Newagen The Newagen Inn has a swimming pool, which becomes more inviting as the temperature rises. These Adirondacks are always luring the visitor who has an unfinished book to enjoy. Image # 02428. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050688-AGGOXD52NWE4MTMNDQYV/02430_ME_Southport-Chairs_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Southport Chairs The quiet coves of Southport are memorable at high tide. Three couples can supervise the goings-on from these chairs on the lawn of the Newagen Inn. Image # 02430. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050901-AZQUMKUY9TUXU460SAJQ/02549_ME_Chairs-Claremont_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Claremont Adirondacks Sit a while in these Adirondacks on the front lawn of the Claremont Hotel in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Looking out across the harbor to the mouth of Somes Sound, they offer a tranquil vantage point to supervise the Hinckley sailboats exercising nearby. Somebody's got to do it. Image # 02549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736051707-00MFQTH62JAQA8TJP1LV/02552_ME_Rocker-Claremont_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Wicker Rocker Relax in this wicker rocker on the front porch of the Claremont Hotel in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Looking out across the harbor to the mouth of Somes Sound, guests have been enjoying this view on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island for a hundred years. Office? What office? Image # 02552. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736051144-ROA9HBOUAI77ZT862YAQ/02660_GR_Santorini-courtyard_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Courtyard in Santorini Walk along the narrow sidewalks on Santorini, then step into an intimate courtyard. Enjoy the table for two with someone special. Image # 02660. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736051475-O1QNPJISVOIYNRNM4QSB/02663_GR_Oia-chairs-pool-ocean_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Two Chairs by the Oia Pool Relax in the early morning light by the pool in Oia on the Greek island of Santorini. Look out across the caldera to the yachts that come to visit. You are already here, and this will be another wonderful day. Image # 02663. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736051865-EXWFT1VWBIQ474AUINZT/03883_MA_MV-EdgartnChairs_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Rockers in Edgartown Here are four reasons to slow down, grab your Kindle and a cold drink, and contemplate life. The porch on the Harbor View Hotel is a lovely spot on Martha's Vineyard. Image # 03883. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736053040-931BFK2HDJNNGFOF5L4K/03926_PA_WChstr-Faunbrook-chairs_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Chairs at Faunbrook Faunbrook is an elegant manor house B&B in West Chester, PA. This tranquil oasis offers memories of Victorian times, as this large home was built around 1860. Find a Chardonnay and sit a while - watch your stress disappear. Time away should be time remembered. Image # 03926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736053290-A9P1U41TE9KAMOTDT6MZ/04425_SC_Charleston-TwoMtgSt_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Rockers at Two Meeting Street In historic Charleston, South Carolina, Two Meeting Street presides over numerous classic remnants of gracious Southern living. Ask mel to tell you the fascinating story of this memorable B&B. Image # 04425. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736054077-QB4D361NHR54XE0A2SA3/04487_HI_Princeville-Hammock_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Princeville Stress Relief Where does time go to rest? Time goes to a place where the four winds are free to meet and play in the tree tops and dance with the harvest moon. Listen closely for the faint familiar music you hear . . . The trees are whispering their island dreams, as they look across Hanalei Bay toward Makana peak, better known as Bali Hai. Stress? What stress? Image # 04487. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736053788-8TJB0XR9QDTKPTQSSWE6/04646_MA_NorthShoreBench_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - North Shore Bench Be miles away from your daily routine. Not far from Marblehead, Massachusetts lives this bench, just beckoning you to come a sit a spell. Give it a try. Image # 04646. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736054534-BKPW5X1WTEAQS9FMKTVD/05480_NY_Adirondack_Chairs_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Indian Summer These white Adirondack chairs were calling me on a warm October afternoon in Adirondack State Park, NY. After I made this large-format panoramic photograph, I yielded to temptation and relaxed a while on the shore of Blue Mountain Lake. Second chair from the left. Will you join me? Image # 05480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736054888-3FOK3MUZPTPQJ8IZE6Y9/05559_LA_ClevelandRocker_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Cleveland Rocker Are you feeling a bit stressed? Settle into this classic rocker on a lovely Louisiana plantation, and gaze out at the stately Cleveland Live Oak. You will feel better. Image # 05559. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736054805-IMG1KZULLBZNP0L4BQT1/05573_LA_Cleveland-Rockers_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Two Cleveland Rockers The ideal way to contemplate the magnificent Cleveland Live Oak is to sit in one of these classic rockers, with a partner, and think about all this tree has seen in the past 200 years. This might just help you relax... Shall I save you a seat? Image # 05573. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736055773-HD7HFRLAW0PG2LXOO0SM/06750_AG_LaBoca-colors_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - La Boca Colors In the old port of Buenos Aires, the quaint neighborhood of La Boca boasts the most colorful houses in the Americas. This is also the place where the tango was born, and its pulse infuses the city with passion. Argentina has a fascinating fabric of life, intertwining the history, the food, the economy and the nightlife in this European-feeling city. Image # 06750. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736056262-M04SW9PPIPAYY78RIJFM/06751_AG_BlueBench-in-LaBoca_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Blue Bench in La Boca In the old port of Buenos Aires, the quaint neighborhood of La Boca boasts the most colorful houses in the Americas. This is also the place where the tango was born. Imagine the stories this bench could tell... Image # 06751. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736057519-9ZN9L4FOPZUIK9MNLMGI/06821_IT_Positano-LeSirenuse-terrace_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Terrace at Le Sirenuse The best dreams begin after your eyes open. Positano is the jewel on the Amalfi coast. The steep village is poised on the shore of the Bay of Salerno, and is a postcard destination. The pool of Le Sirenuse is a lovely oasis of elegance and discretion, with lemon trees and flowers in bloom. From the terrace, you can work on your book or your tan, or watch the dramatic view below. Or wonder why you should ever leave. Life is very good! Image # 06821. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736057414-ZHTC0RQP415THN56B4DJ/06836_NY_Adirond_GreatCamp-deck_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Saranac Sunday Romance can be found at a setting like this. Along the shores of Upper Saranac Lake, in the Adirondack State Park near Lake Placid, several of the remaining Great Camps maintain an important presence. This one features an amazing deck, just inviting you to unplug and linger. Time is one of life's most precious commodities - spend it wisely and create a memory. Image # 06836. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736057980-EDZAVQDFCBH06S6ROGVR/06917_MD_Oxford_Chairs1602_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Chairs at Oxford Bring a cool drink and station yourself in one of these inviting Adirondacks. Then supervise nautical traffic on the Tred Avon River as it opens into the Chesapeake Bay. Leave your smart phone behind. Image # 06917. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736059013-CPC4LNUMNSU8TLK6YQ4H/07120_FR_Giverny-Bench_0879_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Monet's Bench This bench invites you to sit, contemplate, and imagine that you were here in Monet's gardens in Giverny in 1910. Little seems to have changed from then, except perhaps a fresh coat of paint. Image # 07120. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736058538-D8RXXMD85N7OKZ0AZHRS/07147_CRBN_Barbados-Crane14_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Ready for the Day Ever wonder what stories beach chairs could tell? Image # 07147. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736059219-SG7UKXFRMLK11IW8H1YF/07209_IT_Ponza_table_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Table for Two After strolling the streets on the island of Ponza, let's sit and have a light lunch. Image # 07209. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736059918-TQDXZ6I6D8XN0O08KJ4F/07471_MD-Oxford-chairs-2004_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Oxford Lookouts It is your turn to take a shift on the watch. Grab a cool one, have a seat and watch the parade of sails. Image # 07471. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736059983-5SWXZQ20Q6HLZIUSHE8O/07504_EN_Lords-of-Manor-Cottswolds_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Lords of the Manor This large estate was turned into an upscale inn, known as Lords of the Manor in Upper Slaughter, in the Cottswolds. It was delightful, and would be spectacular for a wedding or large family reunion. Note the steep pitch of the roofs, to bear the weight of the stone tiles. Uncommon destinations create unforgettable memories. Image # 07504. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736060304-A8MIID5PUVD48AZBM4WP/07603_GR_Rothenburg-plaza_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Coffee on the Square This Cafe faces the central marketplace in Germany's old Rothenburg. It is a great spot to people-watch. Oh, and the coffee and pastries are excellent as well. Image # 07603. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736060600-OJN01SZZCU527GXOQEUO/07984_SC_Dunkeld-bench-9398_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Bench in Dunkeld It is very tempting to sit on this bench in Dunkeld, with the cathedral behind you and the river in front - and listen to the rushing water accompanied only by the rhodo in bloom. Tranquil indeed! Image # 07984. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736061848-BYO2HUWHJD7QYKASBFZF/08014_VT_Goin-Fishin-patriotic-pond_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Patriotic Adirondacks This patriotic pond greeted me as I was driving on a back road south of Woodstock. What a great expression of love for America, in a whimsical way. And - look outside - today might just be a perfect day for you to go fishin'! Image # 08014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736063269-GEIK9JO6OLGNYWK9UGEI/36907_VA_Oatlands_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Adirondacks at Oatlands Oatlands is a lovely plantation south of Leesburg in Loudoun County, VA. Built in 1803 by wealthy George Carter, it was a thriving wheat plantation until the time of the Civil War. It is now listed on the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Image # 36907. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736063470-71C7I8BDRXKHN4IIA6IS/37002_DC_DO-table%26chairs_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - Table for Two Dumbarton Oaks is my favorite place in the Nation's Capital. I have lingered at at this table a dozen times, enjoyed the Italian water gardens just beyond, and soaks up the timeless classical character of this oasis with every visit. You should do the same. Image # 37002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736063588-QNXGLMK8NDPUBLYL0GQI/38109_PR_Dorado-Beach-Hammock_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Hammock at Dorado What a temptation to commandeer this hammock . . .for the day! Image # 38109. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736063874-9TCSQS9RL5L0GW88JC7I/38110_Dorado_Beach_1500px.jpg BENCHES & Chairs - The Beach at Dorado On the beautiful north shore of Puerto Rico, I found this deserted beach, just calling for use. Pick your spot, bring a good book and a cool drink. Forget about email. Image # 38110. http://hillart.com/waterscapes daily 0.75 2022-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645849859-A5O0C0SVLF3XFH80KA6G/01679_ME_Maine-Chairs_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Maine, the Way Life Should Be Ayuh, the stories these Adirondacks could tell: with the chorus of the gulls and the books that have finally been finished. This is a place where the urge to tear up your return ticket is strong. I have returned to this point numerous times, and each visit declares it "wicked good!" Decompress from your city pace, treasure the hours watching the waves flirt with the shore and yes, promise to return. Image # 01679. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645849859-A5O0C0SVLF3XFH80KA6G/01679_ME_Maine-Chairs_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Maine, the Way Life Should Be Ayuh, the stories these Adirondacks could tell: with the chorus of the gulls and the books that have finally been finished. This is a place where the urge to tear up your return ticket is strong. I have returned to this point numerous times, and each visit declares it "wicked good!" Decompress from your city pace, treasure the hours watching the waves flirt with the shore and yes, promise to return. Image # 01679. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577824184312-9NJJ6EYB10KFFFX987KG/08547_oceanscape-fromAnguilla2StMaarten-2588_4M.jpg WATERSCAPES - The Colors of Water The gradations of color in the waters off Cap Juluca in Anguilla were mesmerizing, along with the rhythmic arrival of gentle surf. Image # 08547 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645849566-F10JRGGOA4Q60ADK6RJG/02283_VA_GF_GF-Potomac_115px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Great Falls of the Potomac This large-format panoramic image portrays the power of the Potomac River as it descends through Great Falls at dawn. Many people consider these Great Falls to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here, the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls as it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577824212148-1D6JZTUQ0OFBVAU1HX0R/08548_oceanscape-Anguilla-2beach-lounges-2525_4M.jpg WATERSCAPES - Lazy Day in Paradise These personal lounge chairs on Anguilla give you every opportunity to do nearly nothing. Read, gaze across the water to St. Maarten, and enjoy a cool adult tropical beverage. Image # 08548 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850096-WUFK1RDD7Y1RGAEA4NCL/02331_VA_CrimDell-atWm%26Mary_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Crim Dell at William & Mary This large-format-panoramic image shows the most romantic setting on the campus of The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Ask any graduate significance of the Crim Dell and the bridge. Image # 02331. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850025-X319T7DSC5B6UFR2YRQJ/03865_CT_MysticSunrise_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Morning in Mystic Mystic Seaport in Connecticut is known as the Williamsburg of whaling. The warm glow of sunrise transmits a sense of history, an invitation to linger for the day. Image # 03865. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850312-DIUJIWV55OMDD307LX7P/06876_ML_Valetta_harbor_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Fishing Boats in Valletta Valletta is the capital of Malta, an island country just south of Sicily. It is a delightful city steeped in history. The vivid colors of these fishing boats give no indication of the hard work for which they are used in harvesting fish for the many seafood restaurants on the island. Image # 06876. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850356-2DAZM4X3Z26CDH9C8BYM/07141_Grenadines_Wndstr_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Under Sail Any day that has the mainsail filled, with blue skies and gentle breezes, has got to be a great day. Image # 07141. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850529-6LHIQ1MNYB2ZYYOAXER2/07143_Barbados-columns_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Columns at the Crane The columns separating the pool from the ocean sure seem important. They live at the Crane Resort in Barbados, and their reflection seems even more interesting than they are. Image # 07143. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850539-0L7OAAAXPQP2UY63DI61/07145_Barbados-balcony_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Morning in Barbados Start your day with a cup of coffee, a bowl of fruit, and gaze into forever. May the ocean breeze sweeten your day and follow you home. Image # 07145. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850701-COVTNB2URMTO6KVCUKYT/07146_Barbados-beach_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Morning Walk on the Beach The beach is a universal symbol of relaxation and quality time. Everyone has positive feelings when they think of days at the beach. Walk the beach at the Crane Resort in Barbados, where turquoise waters caress the soft, sandy beach. If you head out early, you have it all to yourself. Image # 07146. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850886-YUKJUU247XVUML1M1D5M/07148_ICE_boat-harbor_983_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Icelandic Fishing Boat The Old Harbor in Reykjavik lies between the city and the mountains. This fishing boat is smaller than most of the other working boats in the harbor, but it must know how elegant it looks while resting before its next trip. Image # 07148. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850988-TIOML1VS0UVUFKS85IKE/07210_IT_Ponza-reflections_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Reflections of Ponza Just like flames in a fireplace, the subtle reflections in water are hypnotic for me. This is the village of Ponza, off the coast of Italy, reflected in the waters of the harbor. Image # 07210. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851130-5WPFTZ6T0QNS846RPZNM/07228_IT_Sicily_reflection_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Reflection of Sicily Even without a sip of wine, the artist often sees fascinating reflections in the water. Image # 07228. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851208-ZF2SUBWGUAS7UGLHCTY5/07387_Turks_Ganse-pool7_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Welcome to the Gansevoort The Gansevoort Resort on the Turks & Caicos is a relaxing place to unwind and do very little. This is the view from the open air lobby across the palm-lined pool toward the beach and the ocean. Image # 07387. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851404-YTMVZZJ7YY16KI4ASXCH/35001_CR_Heading_Home_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Heading Home This image shares the thrill of being under sail on the Papillon off the coast of Martinique - far, far away from voice mail. Ask me to tell you the story of what happened ten seconds after I made this photograph... Image # 35001. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851365-06S1Z9XRZLMQ6CABEVS9/35092_MD_AtlanticSunrise_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Atlantic Sunrise Welcome to the Atlantic Serenity Program. Walk the beach at sunrise, and you have it all to yourself. Along with shore birds, the gentle sounds of surf and an occasional gull calling for attention. Repeat as needed. Image # 35092. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851525-JMEWE0Q1OBZJ0BMYW2VS/35158_MD_Catching_Waves_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Catching Waves Two boys are trying to catch the ocean in their buckets. Their boundless imagination prevents them from knowing their buckets may not be big enough to capture the Atlantic. Looks like a long shot: should we tell them? Image # 35158. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851595-AQXGKWZUUKG5479QV4SW/35224_CR_Papillon_Martinique_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - The Papillon Papillon is French for butterfly, a fitting name for this nimble ketch. I spent a delightful week photographing two sailing yachts off the coast of Fort de France in Martinique. This sure beats staying in the office. Image # 35224. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851759-WCT01YALZ5XQAG0GPPO8/35280_Sanderling_Sandpipers_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Sanderling Sandpipers These playful little birds are very agile as they stay just beyond the water flowing in and out along the Sanderling beach on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Image # 35280. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851969-59MNINSF0S283F38DD0R/35953_CA_Lone_Cypress_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - The Lone Cypress Monterey, California is a stunning place to drive - by car or with a golf club. Some trees have character, and this is surely one. The Lone Cypress is the signature guardian for the Monterey coast, along 17-Mile Drive, and deserves to be honored for its remarkable ability to grow out of a rock formation. Image # 35953. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852088-TA7FUWE4SM6DX2VGSFZL/36242_Bermuda-beach_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Bermuda Beach Bermuda's dozens of beaches are tinted a pleasing light pink, the serendipitous blending of finely crushed white coral and scarlet shells. Covering a mere 22 square miles, tiny Bermuda encourages visitors to wander about its manicured island. Rumors about pink beaches in Bermuda are true. You should be here right now. Image # 36242. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852420-WWAQHVCC60UPALJTAE7T/36283_BR_Bermuda_Beach_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Steps on the Beach I was walking on this Bermuda beach, near the Nine Beaches resort, when I saw these apparently fresh tracks in the pink sand, yet there was no one in sight. Questions unanswered... Image # 36283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852371-3MIC72T9F0U4A7924CAL/36358_CR_Beach_Barbados_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Ready for a Ride Wanna go for a fast ride? Slide this mini cat across this Barbados beach into the water. Best that you wait until there is some wind, then catch air and hang on. Image # 36358. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852519-S9U4MFJ28C4ZF0TDXUW1/36442_ME_Bernard-Marsh-WesternMtn_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - The Bernard Marsh This delightful view of Western Mountain is located on Mount Desert Island, Maine, between Southwest Harbor and Seal Cove. I spent my childhood summers on this island, and passed this scene on my way to Carroll's Drug Store soda fountain for a mandatory chocolate ice cream soda. Ayuh! Image # 36442. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852903-Z7MF2STQ147V9KD57DDS/36617_CO_Granby-Lake_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Lupine by Grand Lake On the southwestern edge of Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand Lake invites you to visit: turn off your cell phone, grab a canoe, or walk along the shore. I invite you to unplug from your fast pace with this peaceful image. # 36617. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853079-JT8Z8VUW82YQ5OH7ER17/36664_VA_GF_Follow-the-Leader_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Procession to the Pond One of the mixed blessings of having a pond is the winged residents that arrive and often stay. Watch where you walk. Image # 36664. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853427-5VW6TKQIQ6F0XGC3BPFD/36992_NC_Hatteras_Light_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - The Hatteras Light This classic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras has warned mariners to stay off the shoals of North Carolina. Years after this image was made, the light was been moved back from the eroding shore several hundred yards. Image # 36973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853289-9AXE2CNRIT3ZCAEFQM5C/37014_WY_NightCalm_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - Night Calm The power of the Grand Tetons is evident in this memorable image made from the shores of Jackson Lake, one hour after sunset. I love the stunning scenery of Grand Teton National Park, and this image removes all distraction from the strength of these iconic peaks. Image # 37014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853488-Y2TRGGKKOR8A311EUJU6/37208_NJ_CapeMay-lifeboat_3M.jpg WATERSCAPES - The Lifeboat Take a walk along the beach at dawn anywhere in the world and you will feel refreshed. If you do this in Cape May, NJ you will appreciate knowing the life boat is waiting if needed. Image # 37208. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853739-YQWA5BJ870WVJ57CV5ZZ/38101_NC_Dawn-in-Duck_4M.jpg WATERSCAPES - Dawn in Duck Got stress? Forget e-mail. Grab your flip flops and that lo-cal almond latte. Walk the beach with the birds at dawn. Dr. Hill advises that you repeat daily until you feel better! Image # 38101. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853725-0LDA3YAW807LINO7D95F/38109_PR_Dorado-hammock_3M.jpg WATERSCAPES - Hammock at Dorado Beach On the beautiful north shore of Puerto Rico, I found this hammock just calling for use near the deserted beach. Bring a good e-book, towel and a cool drink and gently swing the day away. Leave your watch and your e-mail behind. Image # 38109. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645854235-EBDYM05NGW6NPVIG7QY1/38110_Dorado_Beach_1500px.jpg WATERSCAPES - The Beach at Dorado On the beautiful north shore of Puerto Rico, Wayne found this deserted beach, just calling for use. Pick your spot, bring a good book and a cool drink. Forget about email. Image # 38110. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1518471693336-ZS61RDRR7U41TWM1EVZQ/08339_MontegoBay-Sunset-5498_4.7M.jpg WATERSCAPES - Sunset over Montego Bay The Caribbean delivers spectacular sunrises and sunsets. This one had character, and the solo fisherman added interest. Image # 08339. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1646148159497-PAI4CL6XYFJAUO9X1KV8/08497_MahoBay-palm-trees_3M.jpg WATERSCAPES - Morning at Maho Bay This image was made on St. John in the Virgin Islands. The colors played a gentle symphony that told me today will be wonderful. The best journeys are measured in memories, not miles. Image #08497. http://hillart.com/lighthouses-1 daily 0.75 2016-02-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815265994-V3APXXP5D62AXS3PYNWB/01693_ME_NubbleLight_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Nubble Light This lighthouse is one of the most accessible on the Atlantic coast, sitting close to Route 1 in York, Maine. It is particularly fun to see around the holidays, when it is decorated with lights. Image #01693. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815265994-V3APXXP5D62AXS3PYNWB/01693_ME_NubbleLight_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Nubble Light This lighthouse is one of the most accessible on the Atlantic coast, sitting close to Route 1 in York, Maine. It is particularly fun to see around the holidays, when it is decorated with lights. Image #01693. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815266149-MSKJZBB1ZQ9SAZPBP8NI/01702_ME_Pemaquid-Sunrise_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Pemaquid Sunrise The silhouette of this iconic Maine lighthouse will change with the oncoming light. The light has done its duty overnight, and will now have to deal with visitors who drive to the end of the road to see this gem. Now, if the nearby restaurant would open a bit early, the artist is ready for a large serving of wicked blueberries, marinated in maple syrup and embedded in fluffy pancakes... Image # 01702. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815266677-AEY1SJPEI83WZ3N9EWU8/01707_ME_Portland-Head-Lt_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Portland Head Light This lighthouse has been a visual symbol of the Maine coast for many years, located on the rocky Maine coast just south of Portland. I made this photograph as soon as the locked gates opened for the day. Image # 01707. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815266601-SABYK2K8DBTI0CLKKUJA/01709_ME_Pemaquid_Dawn_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Dawn at Pemaquid The striated rocks lead our eyes diagonally upward to the light. This lighthouse is the reward for a long drive to the end of the peninsula. OK, there is also a fine restaurant nearby... Image # 01709. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815267400-R8MHZEEKKJAV02OT336O/01905_ME_Bass_Harbor_Light_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Bass Harbor Light This lighthouse is among the most photogenic in Maine. With the rugged coast often shrouded in fog, it offers historic navigational aid to passing sailboats. Located outside Bass Harbor and within Acadia National Park, it is heavily courted by artists and tourists, as well as nostalgic windjammers cruising offshore. Image # 01905. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815267219-VHZU5R6CSC1HMC9JKGX6/02538_ME_MarshallPoint-Light_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Dawn at Marshall Point This Maine lighthouse sits just north of the entrance to Port Clyde, and is visible as you take the ferry out to Monhegan. It has one of the most unique approach ramps of any light in America. Image # 02538. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815267655-PLDFYZ8BU6N1A5H2YUFJ/03865_CT_MysticSunrise_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Morning in Mystic The Maritime Museum in Mystic, Connecticut is regarded as "the Williamsburg of whaling", and is a delightful place to visit. The ancient whaling ships enjoy a dignified retirement on the Mystic River. This image conveys the calm you will enjoy at sunrise, long before the tourists arrive for the day. Image # 03865. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815268376-96OT8NV4T1Z01G3QZEMV/04588_ME_PemaquidPtLight_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Light at Pemaquid Point The light at Pemaquid is unique, in part because it is surrounded by exquisite striated rock that seems to point up to the light from the shore. This place is also unique because of the exquisite blueberry pancakes made at the restaurant just behind the light. That has nothing to do with the art, but a lot to do with the artist... Image # 04588. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815268542-IEO7WS778MP4OKKXVLE1/04603_ME_Marshall_Pt_Light_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - On Marshall Point What a memorable view the lightkeeper has from his front porch, looking out at the Marshall Point Light at sunrise, just north of Port Clyde, Maine. Somebody has to do it. Image # 04603. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815269203-KIS1WBJ1IB7K7ZZDNXF4/06249_OR_Yaquina-Light_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Yaquina Head Light This lighthouse works just fine, surrounded by seals much of the time, without caring that its neighbor cousin at Heceta Head gets all the attention. Image # 06249. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815269963-WFTLICZL11ASGNQW7GYC/06257_CN_Peggy%27sCoveLight_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Peggy's Cove Light The soft light of a foggy morning help to isolate this icon from the buzz of activity around Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia. Image # 06257. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815270005-4TJV2WGE281TRAXYBGOX/06835_CR_Montenegro-fjord-island_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Montenegro Island Along the Dalmatian coast, approaching Montenegro, sits this tiny island with an over-sized church. On days of worship, many boats arrive and tie up to allow locals to attend church. Unique. Image # 06835. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815270250-L372LCZRRP8M67EFM7W2/07188_FR_Corsica-lighthouse_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Corsica Lighthouse This unmanned lighthouse sits on a fortified cliff outside the entrance to the Bonifacio harbor in Corsica. Image # 07188. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815270494-RQU4JJ8ATRQ1S8DSUHY9/08125_NS_PeggysCove-Light-0051_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Peggy's Cove Light By using a very low camera angle, I was able to eliminate the hundreds of tourists who were also there to enjoy the lighthouse. Image # 08125. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815271922-31BDHUAMPYSTN6DZF2FR/08126_NS_PeggysCove-Light-0044_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Light and the Rocks The shoreline around Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, is very rugged. These rocks are the reason the lighthouse was erected, to warn nearby fishermen to stay well off-shore. Image # 08126. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815271402-R9AP221PG18HKMC9C8WX/08127_ME_Portland-Head-Lt-0169_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Sunrise at the Portland Head Light I have enjoyed the Light from the shore many times, but this was my first viewing of the lighthouse from the water. Elegant. Image # 08127. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815271704-RUFBOJMXOERP1BX9CCXT/35062_CN_Peggy%27sCoveLt_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Peggy's Cove Light in Fog Think about it - lighthouses were not built for sunny days. This fog and windy storm are why this light is here. I had a rope around my waist when making this photograph, as the rocks were very slippery ("wicked slippery" as the lobstermen say). Image # 35062. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815272456-LX9TU0UQCU08QMQJ631Z/35149_CN_NS_PeggysCoveLight_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Fog at the Cove Most photographs of lighthouses feature a blue sky and a sunny setting. Yet the reason for a lighthouse is to guide mariners in stormy and foggy weather. Legendary shipwrecks occurred near this area, one of which prompted the name "Peggy" to be given to the village and to the light (the current one built in 1914). Listen - can you hear the fog horn? Image # 35149. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815272752-5A1ND01SMLPXOESG4ZHY/36455_OR_HecetaHead-Coast_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - Oregon Coastline at Heceta Head The rugged coast of the Pacific northwest near Heceta Head is picturesque. It is easy to imagine the difficult times the engineers and builders had more than 120 years ago to transport building materials to this remote Oregon location. Image # 36455. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815273635-24E9ZXGLK89UK5WOOJDR/36992_NC_Hatteras_Light_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Hatteras Light This classic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras has warned mariners to stay off the shoals of North Carolina for a long time. Over one million bricks were used to build it in 1870. Years after this image was made, the light has been moved back from the eroding shore several hundred yards. Image # 36973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815275877-PIW3DJCXLQ6OH5B1E4YC/37028_OR_HecedaHeadLight_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Heceta Head Light The Heceta Head Light is the most recognized lighthouse on the Pacific coast. Built in 1892, it is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Light Keeper's Quarters are still open as a B&B, and it is widely known as the most romantic B&B on the Pacific coast. Unforgettable seven-course breakfasts! Image # 37028. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815275245-NET4SQM9OI1DE816DTAN/37206_ME_Marshall-Point-Light_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Marshall Point Light at Dawn This Maine lighthouse sits just north of the entrance to Port Clyde, and is visible as you take the ferry out to Monhegan. It has one of the most unique approach ramps of any light in Maine. Image # 37206. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815276025-Y9HCBGVVDUL69PP5ROCA/37828_MD_Thomas-Point-Light_1500px.jpg LIGHTHOUSES - The Thomas Point Light This classic hexagonal Chesapeake lighthouse sits on the western side of the Bay. Image # 37828. http://hillart.com/flowers-gardens-1 daily 0.75 2019-12-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577824753664-LGIQS0HADBAQ3D612C2X/08550_Anguilla-rose-2652_7M.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - The Architecture of a Rose Yes, roses are connected to romance. But my main fascination with a rose is the remarkable pattern of the blossom. Image # 08550. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577824753664-LGIQS0HADBAQ3D612C2X/08550_Anguilla-rose-2652_7M.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - The Architecture of a Rose Yes, roses are connected to romance. But my main fascination with a rose is the remarkable pattern of the blossom. Image # 08550. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744744111-FJY9VZXDZ76NAHBNKQMJ/07032_FR_Giverny_Lily+Pond-18_0560_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Lupine and Lilies Here's a recipe for stress relief. Visit Giverny and go to Monet's water garden. Stroll the perimeter path, cross the bridge, and sit on the bench near the lupine. Inhale. Now, do you feel better? Image # 07032. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160900656-YR33BMOYNSI2H0EH2OZN/06845_Keukenhof-gardens-686_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Tranquility Keukenhof Gardens is the perfect place to slow down, inhale, and allow the serenity of nature to invite us off our treadmill. This is an oasis for the eyes that could inspire composers and poets. Image # 06845. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744746201-9KRIM2SVWQA2Q7X45HRC/07125_FR_Giv-Trad-Est-Flower-Gard-90_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - The cycle of Life New rose buds are continually opening in Monet's garden in Giverny. They will join and eventually replace the mature blossoms, with serene beauty at each phase of the cycle. Image # 07125. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744743368-B5X2HJ9ONWLA5FYWTLN7/07111_FR_Giv-Trad-Rue-CM-2312_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Black Pansies in Giverny Black pansies anchor this lovely flower box in Giverny, with elegant lace as the backdrop. Image # 07111. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160778310-QPXIUJ4T0Y81W3OKQYE6/04853_Keukenhof-gardens-802_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Path of Fragrant Flowers Floral composition is close to perfection in the Keukenhof Gardens near Amsterdam. This is "flower power" at its very best. Image # 4853. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744743606-RLZS8UPP5B5XV76EIURE/07113_FR_GivTrad-Rue-du-CM_1931_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Flower Box in Giverny As you walk along the narrow streets in Giverny, France, flower boxes will offer delightful color underneath most windows. Image # 07113. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744744398-6VCRJ953F553IJ23VRQ2/07119_FR_Giverny_Roses_1059_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Roses of Giverny Claude Monet loved roses, and there are thousands planted (and thriving) in his estate garden in Giverny. Image # 07119. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744745308-J8B7T1BEK9H7Q546OL25/07120_FR_Giverny-Bench_0879_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Monet's Bench This bench invites you to sit, contemplate life, and imagine that you were here in Monet's gardens in Giverny in 1910. Little seems to have changed from then, except perhaps a fresh coat of paint. Image # 07120. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744745248-ZTAYBMBA06K8GBAD2G59/07121_FR_Giverny-Gardens-34_0879_1500.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - A Fragrant Path Numerous gravel paths create access to Monet's gardens in Giverny. The sights are breathtaking, as is the aroma of thousands of blossoms calling for your attention. Image # 07121. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744746062-1TSWVZHMVA0R53UNP2M1/07122_FR_Giverny-Monet-Home_0312_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Monet's Estate Home Monet's home is much larger than I imagined before I arrived in his gardens. He loved the aroma of roses, and planted many near the bedroom windows, so the fragrance of the gardens would enhance restful sleep. Image # 07122. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744745779-9WUTBGX7OV0X6SNY5BVA/07124_FR_Giv-Trad_Floral-Closeups-24_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Pink Poppy I love the closeup "architecture" of flowers. This pink poppy called to me in the soft light of early morning in Giverny. Image # 07124. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744746306-9CC4K7KJ5MK1J25Y5XRK/07126_FR_Giv-Trad-Est-Flowers-105_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Monet's Garden As the sunlight of a new morning gradually arrives in the gardens, thousands of blossoms come to life. Image # 07126. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744746459-PGMX2I30SN2XWWYB0HZS/07127_FR_Giv-Imprsn-116-1727_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Impressionist Lily In the lily pond that Monet created in Giverny, each blossom is revered and deserves the artist's attention. Here I used a gentle impressionist treatment to honor the lily's delicacy and heritage. Image # 07127. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744747823-BH5JXY9IEKREC1B83JJ6/07128_FR_Giv-Trad_Est-Flowers-17-0479_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Campanula One of the most interesting flowers planted around the border of Monet's lily pond is this playful Campanula. Image # 07128. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744747323-1Q9VP7OSYDQSL3HKTBEB/07129_FR_Giv-LilyPond-76_0841_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Lavender Lupine I love lupine, often found in wilderness areas. Here it presides over the shoreline of Monet's lily pond. Image # 07129. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744748048-VKSD8H8PZDJSGN72DHI1/07130_FR_Giv-LilyPond-41_0931_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Duet These lovely lilies were in full blossom in Monet's garden, leading the way for others to imitate. Image # 07130. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744749137-XU4SY0JYNP34WD9R7H55/07131_FR_Giverny-LilyPond-31_0593_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Lazy Afternoon Claude Monet designed and built this pond and planted water lilies - all to create subjects for his painting. He loved reflections of light, and had a barge with a heavy wooden easel - so he could float among the lilies and paint as the light changed reflections. Image # 07131. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744748965-BEELVA2KZHW84U9IKDCS/07137_FR_2V_Versailles-19_2738_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - The Gardens of Versailles It is hard to imagine the size of the gardens of Versailles. Even when walking through them, the scale is overwhelming yet beautiful. This is one of the side gardens. Image # 07137. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744750421-T4ZEL403U7MQYYK3EH0E/07243_FR_Giv_Flying+Col_Imprsn70_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Columbine in Flight The elegant Columbine is the state flower of Colorado. It also enjoys a sheltered life in Monet's garden in Giverny, France. In honor of Monet's impressionist influence, here is one taking flight near the lily pond. Image # 07243. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744750411-9J6RYPNQHE7G1G3ZRLK9/07244_FR_Giv_Imprsn-23_0662_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Impressions of Giverny Monet's impressionist influence inspired this impressionist treatment of a day lily. Image # 07244. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744752235-2TZ3IFXP3DH2AT5UM64V/07245_FR_Giv_Imprsn-0678_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Campanula & Canterbury Bells The textures and colors of the flowers bordering Monet's lily pond offer wonderful subjects for impressionist treatment. Image # 07245. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744752126-YBMSOUOGNOK2OPYUN9AH/07246_FR_Giverny_Imprsn-0624_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Monet's Magic Combine the field of flowers with the spirit of Monet still strong in his Giverny garden, and voila! Image # 07246. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744752680-SR5U7O5OX8NJPFC7M73O/08122_FR_GV_Columbine-85_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Columbine in Giverny Here is the delicate orchid-like Columbine, before I added an impressionist treatment to allow it to take flight. Image # 08122. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744753415-A4MDPTIUEWE1UNY8263W/08123_FR_Giv-Trad-Field-6-0909_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Poppies The poppies in the foreground call you as you walk by this Giverny field, then the exquisite textures invite you to linger. Image # 7115. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744753259-B05XPLYB2C7HVTCZ3JV2/08124_FR_Giv-Trad-Flowers_0262_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Poppy in Giverny This poppy has no idea how lucky it is to live in Monet's garden. Image # 08124. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459435332077-RLLUX989T2OTXAQI2G9O/08153_CA_PacificGrove-pink-flox_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Pink Flox and the Pacific This explosion of color in Pacific Grove was a joy to observe. Not far from Monterey, this should be on your list to visit and enjoy! Image # 08153. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744753824-IKYYRV5HXRUIHBBVVU4M/35195_DC_Arboretum-Azaleas_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Chorus of Azaleas The soloist in a choir at the National Cathedral gardens in Washington, D.C. Image # 35195. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744753825-GHYOT87YICHJ9MRH2314/35199_DC_Arboretum-Azalea_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Pretty in Pink Azaleas are often enjoyed from a distance as a stand of shrubs. Get in close, and appreciate the delicate individual blossoms. Image # 35199. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744754110-GIVDOOGWC9MC2C06X6IO/35621_DC_ArboretumAzalea-Lav_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Lavender Azalea The delicacy of this azalea blossom is enhanced by back lighting. Found in the National Arboretum in Washington, D.C. Image # 35621. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744754175-YJ1V5MAMW5EE0Z0LWWII/35898_MD_Yellow-Rose_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Yellow Rose While this was not photographed in Texas, it is one gorgeous yellow rose, and it's easy to see the inspiration for the song. Image # 35898. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744754245-NQXSYZDDD1IXNQ2NX355/36587_OR_Wildflowers_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Oregon Wildflowers The artist was on his stomach in a field, courting this gorgeous flower. What is it called? Image # 36587. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744754961-Y2RJ1MX7TI7Q7W1NY88J/36935_CO_RoseCrown-%26-Stream_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Rose Crown & Stream How can this little flower grow out of granite? Image # 36935. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744755147-YG9KO47Y089XWGTCEIWN/37025_MT_Glacier-flowers_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Short Season Wildflowers in Glacier National Park, Montana have to sprint to reach full bloom during the short growing season. I am always rewarded in August with this vibrant color. Image # 37025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744755673-8L5808ELDKFEJG0RW7N6/37187_CO_Columbine-Ouray_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Colorado Columbine The columbine is the Colorado State Flower. Resembling an orchid, this gem was photographed in a field of wildflowers in Yankee Boy Basin in Ouray, Colorado. Image # 37187. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744756407-1XQV5GGHQ4LDTV1ET2Y7/39028_MD_Tulips_Raindrops_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Tulips in the Rain Flowers are not only to be enjoyed in the sun. This image was made during a rain storm, with an umbrella protecting the camera. Image # 39028. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457983334563-UQAQF7MFOGIT2ITZHTSW/01200_PA_Longwood-Gazebo_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Gardens with Gazebo Longwood Gardens is a magnificent legacy created by the DuPont family, and this pond is perhaps the most romantic spot in the vast gardens. Located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, I love to wander in this oasis of man-made nature. Large-format panoramic image # 01200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160814586-MTFU5GHY6D3TA0RI4UEI/06839_Keukenhof-flowers-751_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Symphony of Spring Literally millions of tulips fill the Keukenhof Gardens each spring in the world's largest flower show. This chorus of colors lends a painterly quality to these magnificent gardens. Image # 06839. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160845239-G2FZROH5UJBNADLF44MU/06841_Keukenhof-flowers-961_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Up Close and Personal Tulips are beautiful from "normal viewing distance", and can be even more impressive the closer you come to looking at the delicate patterns and soft colors. Image # 06841. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160879754-YZ6HZSY2ZYML46CHUI7R/06843_Keukenhof-gardens-683_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Vibrant Colors of Spring Walk for more than half a mile in Keukenhof, and for every step of that journey breathtaking tulips will follow you and lead you. Image # 06843. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160914854-MFHUWHVN43T99C9WGLOI/06846_Keukenhof-gardens-690_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Reflection In reality and in reflection, these Keukenhof tulips are a wonderful antidote to stress. Image # 06846. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160926572-39L411ZPLSPH6TIAJR82/06847_Keukenhof-gardens-692_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - It Doesn't Get Any Better Keukenhof Gardens has earned its well-deserved reputation as the finest flower show in the world. Image # 06847. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458162033717-T7XND7PKT96OT7NY84H8/06854_Keukenhof-gardens-884_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Tulip Territory Keukenhof Gardens presents this profusion of colors with millions of tulips - truly a feast for the eyes. Add the heavenly aroma of spring in bloom - and linger to celebrate what's right with our world. Image # 06854. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459435204676-4TYGPM9LDHKIWS5TOLIO/08155_CA_PacificGrove-pink-flox_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Pink Flox by the Pacific This field of flowers in Pacific Grove stopped me from driving by. What a tranquil spot to walk, to sit, to be. Image # 08155. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459782593451-NM5R3N8WO71ON2SD2S3D/08021_CN_ButchartGardens_1500px.jpg FLOWERS & Gardens - Butchart Gardens On Vancouver Island, north of Victoria, Butchart Gardens is one of the most beautiful gardens in the world. This gem was created by Jenny Butchart from an old quarry, and the lush flowers show their appreciation for the moist Pacific air. Beautiful by nature. Image # 08021. http://hillart.com/waterfalls daily 0.75 2016-03-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643000399-YB35I888WWQIK82SRAFR/01567_CO_RockCreek_Waterfall_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - The Waterfall at Rock Creek Tumbling down the red rocks of Colorado, the waters of Rock Creek help your cares evaporate as you watch and listen. Image # 01567. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643000399-YB35I888WWQIK82SRAFR/01567_CO_RockCreek_Waterfall_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - The Waterfall at Rock Creek Tumbling down the red rocks of Colorado, the waters of Rock Creek help your cares evaporate as you watch and listen. Image # 01567. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455642999892-FT8C0WAVGNN9333TY8XI/02084_AZ_SaddleFalls-inGC_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Saddle Falls Exquisite Saddle Falls is reached by rafting the Colorado River down the Grand Canyon to Milepost 47, then hiking up into Saddle Canyon, then seeing one gorgeous waterfall! Image # 02084. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643000501-0XN6WUEGXOAWY779VFUJ/02283_VA_GreatFalls_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Great Falls of the Potomac This large-format panoramic image conveys the power of the Potomac River as it descends through Great Falls at dawn. Many people consider these Great Falls to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here, the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls before it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643001139-MT7DULFV3C2PLTM9DGDH/04794_WV_GladeCreek-GristMill_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - The Mill at Glade Creek The grist mill at Glade Creek in West Virginia is a fascinating relic from long ago. This is a re-creation of an old mill that ground grain on the creek, long before the area became protected as Babcock State Park. Image # 04794. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643002220-OHTBW00G464WPP69YX53/05496_NY_+Falling_Water_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Falling Water This complex waterfall is located at the end of a hike in New York's Adirondack State Park. This picturesque waterway meanders through thick forest and rugged terrain. Yet I could not get Frank Lloyd Wright's magnificent Pennsylvania home out of my mind. Listen - do you hear it? Image # 05496. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643001962-YHX8KX7Y59TPLW7EVG19/06577_AZ_MooneyParadise-5224_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Paradise in Havasu Adjacent to Grand Canyon National Park is the fabled Havasu canyon. It includes Havasu Falls and Mooney Falls (above). Mooney Falls is nearly 200 feet high, higher than Niagara Falls, and is a jewel in the land of the Havasupai. Notice the unique travertine formations on the cinnamon-colored walls. The rugged trail to reach Mooney descends a 200' cliff - very hard to reach, but well worth it. Image # 06577. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643002501-Y3VXDDQ9PAQJY2G0ST0C/06581_AZ_HavasuFalls_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Turquoise & Travertine Experience the stunning oasis that is Havasu Canyon. Very few waterfalls release turquoise water. Fewer still are surrounded by cinnamon-colored walls. Havasu Falls is a treasure in the Grand Canyon ecosystem. Notice the unique travertine terraces in the foreground and the formations on the walls. This Shangri-La might be the most photogenic waterfall in the world. I invite you to linger, and join me in 4' of water over a very slippery bottom. Or at least visit this image on my site often - you deserve to escape a little every day. Image # 06581. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643002829-WSP6HEIOGVMK1CBL6JM1/06585_AZ_HavasuFalls-5199_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Southwest Shangri-La The artist traveled 5 hours by jeep, then took a helicopter, then a pack horse, then hiked a bit to reach this spot - all before lunch! The falls at Havasu feature turquoise waterfalls surrounded by cinnamon-colored walls. 100' high Havasu Falls is a beautiful oasis in the Grand Canyon ecosystem. Notice the unique travertine formations on the walls and linger. Havasu is indeed a destination special unto itself. It is a magical place that is hard to get to - yet much harder to leave. Image # 06585. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643003276-HBNHYVP2JF87F56PR1C7/07476_HI_Maui-GWailea-waterfall_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Waterfall in Wailea What a treat for the senses: the steady sounds of multiple waterfalls, coupled with the radiant color of Bougainvillea. Image # 07476. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643003712-1ACM5PFGNFT6VEI5Z7GC/07484_HI_Maui_waterfall_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Kauai Waterfall This gentle waterfall feeds into Keoniloa Bay, surrounded by beautiful flowers. In my next life, I may want to be a waterfall. Image # 07484. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643003821-KAZC88IO2UPMQ0PHH7LC/07967_ICE_Gullfoss-waterfalls_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Guilfoss Waterfalls These two waterfalls traverse the Gullfoss Gorge in Iceland's main national park. Hard layers of basalt laval form the edges of both waterfalls, formed soon after the mid-Ice Age. Image #07967. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643004725-AIYBL8Q8NTTBNR1Q8NVO/36286_BR_Paradise-Gardens_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Paradise Gardens Outside Freeport in the Bahamas, the lovely Paradise Gardens awaits. Take a day off from water sports and sunbathing, and experience Bahamanian paradise. Image # 36286. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643004858-PTZ7ATJYFATTA988WYQK/39008_IR_Killarney-TorcFalls_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Torc Falls The renowned Torc Falls are near Killarney in southern Ireland. Magical, lush and inviting. Image # 39008. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643006404-DIG5U5938WQT4HG24DU0/39018_CA_Yosemite_Falls_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Yosemite Falls Yosemite Falls are dramatic any time of year, even in winter as this image shows. Located on the north side of the valley, these several falls are among the most popular short hikes within Yosemite National Park. Image # 39018. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643006059-83AVNOSVUBTQ4A04ZB56/39019_CA_Yose-BridalVeilFalls_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Bridalveil Falls This dramatic waterfall greets visitors from Inspiration Point, and through much of the valley floor of Yosemite National Park. Notice the rainbow-in-training half way down the thundering waterfall. Image # 39019. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457725926752-24VE83QCOG9T4DPC7OMS/02094_Elves-Chasm-Falls_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Elves' Chasm Falls These elegant falls provide the "tonic of wildness" that Thoreau so eloquently described - remoteness, lack of human influence, and incredible beauty that exudes a sense of calm. Moderation is over-rated. It's not what you pack to get here - it's the memories you take home. This photogenic waterfall is well over 100 feet high, carrying Royal Arch Creek into a pool about five feet deep. To photograph it, simply raft the Colorado River for eight days into the Grand Canyon, then hike south from the river two hours on a trail to the falls (with a heavy camera pack and large tripod). Then return to the river and travel for another five days to reach civilization. It might be easier to order this soothing image from me. Request image # 02094. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457983920538-4WWDN1G6V3SDNOQNB9XK/05670_CO_PineyCreek_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Piney Creek If you drive north from Vail, Colorado toward Piney Lake, you will eventually travel along this photogenic creek. I know that it sounds just as refreshing as it looks! Image # 05670. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458073129018-LUN2SWI7QYMW6CL44E5M/05481_NY_FallingWater6x17_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Falling Water This high waterfall in the Adirondack State Park in New York is one of the most mesmerizing I have ever seen (and listened to). It required a vertical orientation on my large-format panoramic camera to record it. Wish I could give you the gentle sound as well! Image # 05481. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458073516351-51I8T2WKJ0WI2L3ORWMJ/05486_NY_SaranacStream-fall_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Saranac Stream As the leaves descend in late September in New York's Adirondack State Park, the air has the fragrance of fall. This stream sounds larger than it really is, and feeds into Lower Saranac Lake. Image # 05486. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458220997894-3JS9QW2EIAD9C3DLLFTD/36589_HI_Akala-Falls_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Akaka Falls On the big island of Hawaii, Akaka Falls State Park has two gorgeous waterfalls on one short hike. The pleasant 0.4-mile uphill hike will take you through a lush rainforest filled with wild orchids, bamboo groves and draping ferns. You'll first see 100-foot Kahuna Falls, and then the towering Akaka Falls which plummets 442-feet into a stream-eroded gorge. Image # 36589. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458221127418-W0WWYYWYR3CNT15U6KIR/06478_HI_Maui-Hana-waterfall_1500px.jpg WATERFALLS - Hana Waterfall Few drives in the world are more beautiful than Maui's legendary Road to Hana, and there are many waterfalls that invite your visit. I found this photogenic waterfall at the end of a hike along a cliff at Puohokamoa, and features brilliant Royal Poinciana flowers on the hillside. This is a classic example of enjoying the journey more than the destination. Image # 06478. http://hillart.com/abstracts-impressionist-1 daily 0.75 2017-10-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503344111405-X152SFXCINWQDYTWO6P3/38113_ChamberedNautilus-cropped_3M.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - The Red Chamber One of the most remarkable shapes in nature is the inside of the chambered nautilus. This elegant creature lives in deep water in the western Pacific, and adds a chamber each year to accommodate its growing body. I doubt that the nautilus has ever heard of the golden spiral by Fibonacci. Image # 38113. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503344111405-X152SFXCINWQDYTWO6P3/38113_ChamberedNautilus-cropped_3M.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - The Red Chamber One of the most remarkable shapes in nature is the inside of the chambered nautilus. This elegant creature lives in deep water in the western Pacific, and adds a chamber each year to accommodate its growing body. I doubt that the nautilus has ever heard of the golden spiral by Fibonacci. Image # 38113. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117745-7120W89EP9YRI4NPNICE/02650_GR_Mykonos-stairs_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Stairs in Mykonos The Greek island of Mykonos is a great place to be, and your eyes will take in a feast of details. I was wandering the labyrinth of narrow streets on this picturesque island, looking for "art", and fell in love with this stairway. Image # 02650. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117512-BD4C2TWH4IBXXY0NMSP3/07141_CRBN_Grenadines-Wndstr-5532_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Under Sail Any day that has the mainsail filled, with blue skies and gentle breezes, has got to be a great day. Image # 07141. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117828-INPKOYPJ1DD45GQZB6FM/07228_IT_Sicily-water-reflection_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Reflection of Sicily Even without a sip of wine, the artist often sees fascinating reflections in the water. Image # 07228. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459178745119-PHJYTS54NXQAMNNGLWRY/36350_DC_NGA-Geometry_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - NGA Geometry Here is an abstract image of the Washington Monument trapped between the two buildings of the National Gallery of Art. Image # 36350. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117935-EQ3C41J5W2E1EGPNQBK3/07242_FR_Giv_Imprsn-1688_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Impressions of Bamboo Next to the lily pond in Monet's garden in Giverny, a large stand of bamboo trees await an impressionist touch. There was no snow on the ground! Image # 07242. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729118416-S63WC10Z81AYYO4M3T4S/07243_FR_Giv_Flying+Columbine-1301_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Columbine in Flight The elegant Columbine is the state flower of Colorado. It also enjoys a sheltered life in Monet's garden in Giverny, France. In honor of Monet's impressionist influence, here is one taking flight near the lily pond. Image # 07243. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729118570-V9QIZSQPQ0N9Y07R5QUV/07244_FR_Giv_Imprsn-0662_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Impressions of Giverny Monet's influence inspired this impressionist treatment of a day lily. Image # 07244. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119047-OSNGAW0AIZXBSKUJ9FZ5/07245_FR_Giv_Imprsn-0678_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Campanula & Canterbury Bells The textures and colors of the flowers bordering Monet's lily pond offer wonderful subjects for impressionist treatment. Image # 07245. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119116-9WVLGYVDMRLULFLRT065/07246_FR_Giverny-Imprsn-0624_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Monet's Magic Combine the field of flowers with the spirit of Monet still strong in his Giverny garden, and voila! Image # 07246. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503344096687-A0SY3O71NGK3G464SY9P/08277_Burg-Abbaye-Fibonacci-stairs_3M.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - The Abbey Stairs In the magnificent Abbay-de-la-Busseire in Burgundy, this staircase caught my eye. Fibonacci would have been proud. Image # 08277. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119416-9PM9CJ0GLFLGX88CEPRX/07259_AG_BuenosA_AlvearPal-stairs_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Palace Stairs The Alvear Palace is an exquisite hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. While the hotel has excellent elevators, the artist fell in love with the elegant spiral stairs. Image # 07259. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119414-S1963E3GGAQICDCYI9S1/35892_Balloon-Top-Inflated_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Ready to Launch I love hot air ballooning. I climbed inside this balloon, just before it was launched, to record the vivid colors back-lit by the sunrise. Up, up and away! Image # 35892. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119286-CQ5VOPY9IKW58JBXXYQ0/35678_Chambered-Nautilus4_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - The Chambered Nautilus One of the most remarkable shapes in nature is the inside of the chambered nautilus. This elegant creature lives in deep water in the western Pacific, and adds a chamber each year to accommodate its growing body. I doubt that the nautilus has ever heard of the golden spiral by Fibonacci. Image # 35678. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117053-T7R9EZPTCKNG495EN7N4/02617_GR_Mykonos-Abstract_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Mykonos Geometry On the fascinating Greek Island of Mykonos, there are many geometric details, like this stucco abstract that caught the artist's eye. Image # 02617. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119959-77YECPMKCIB2WZQY50QQ/36080_Stowe-Snow-Abstract_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Stowe Snow What should you do while you are waiting in a line to ride the chairlift to the top of the mountain in Stowe, Vermont? I loved the abstract drift that was shoulder-high several feet away. I forgot his place in line, and made this photograph while on skis. Image # 36080. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119975-RU435LTL66KMKWKDJPVQ/36548_BR_Bermuda_Stairs_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Bermuda Stairs Bermuda has lots of architectural details that attract an artist's eye. Image # 36548. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729120608-217SCOB6PJ2N1TCNPIAA/36549_BR_Bermuda-Abstract_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Bermuda Blocks Bermuda has lots of architectural details that attract an artist's eye. Image # 36549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729120571-U271FJSPBQBIY1WNHHQ2/37021_DC_UnionStation-Ceiling_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Ceiling of Union Station One of the most interesting ceilings in Washington is in the restored grand reception area of Union Station. It is "under-looked" by most travelers rushing by with their luggage who never look up to appreciate this abstract pattern. I invite you to enjoy this image # 37021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729120713-YJQ4PMG802CRJUL17AQE/37200_Chambered-Nautilus2_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Chambered Nautilus One of the most remarkable shapes in nature is the inside of the chambered nautilus. This elegant creature lives in deep water in the western Pacific, and adds a chamber each year to accommodate its growing body. I doubt that the nautilus has ever heard of the golden spiral by Fibonacci. Image # 37200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729120764-U2RIH0RWJKN2U90FLKJD/38106_HI_Abstract-Plant_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Hawaii Fern Stalks The ferns in Hawaii are impressive, and most people enjoy the leaves. Artist Wayne Hill was drawn to the colorful stalks. Image # 38106. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457982762863-E7ZKUC9CI2V6GIJJRJTU/37176_Epcot_Dome_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - EPCOT Dome What can you do while you wait in line at EPCOT? Why, admire the dome as abstract art, of course! Image # 37176. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457982872595-2WRU9JQ4Y587J451X2IT/36436_Epcot_Dome_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - EPCOT Closeup Look very very close at the dome, and this is what you can see. Image # 36436. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457982938305-AGQRO8QYNHYBI6AC084A/08144_Epcot_dome_0573_1500pxjpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - EPCOT in Shades of Gray Here is the dome on a cloudy day - still provocative. Image # 08144. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458335411024-FZ9FLWNNF1X1DCQP7I2F/36849_DC_Air%26Space-Sculpture_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Air & Space Sculpture In front of the Air & Space Museum sits this very contemporary abstract sculpture. It is elegant and provocative, and hardly appreciated. Image # 36849. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729118103-TPWMMTWF8X4JBCY04FFT/07229_IT_Seabourn-glasses_1500px.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Highballs to Go Before a glass can be half full or half empty, it begins totally empty... Image # 07229. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503429641657-SMPVQ9SVGAM51DNSF4KU/08245a_Croatia-Opatija-KrkIsland-lamp_3M.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Croatian Lamp In the town of Opatija, on Krk Island in Croatia, I saw this lamp lit by the sun in the early morning. Image #08245. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503944243768-VRXCSK3OODD78L5FXTVU/02973_VA_Dulles-Abstract_3M.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - Dulles Abstract This is NOT a column, helping to hold up the large and heavy concrete roof of the main terminal. This is the most elegant concealment for a drain pipe, allowing five acres of water or melting snow to leave the roof of the terminal. I believe that the architect Eero Saarinen was a genius! Image # 02973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508350737553-A1FSMZL2SWSUNKY12VXE/z08326_IT-Villa-d%27Este-chairs_3M.jpg ABSTRACTS & Impressionist - I Will Sit in the Blue One... At the Villa d'Este, their large swimming pool is actually a floating pool, with the heated pool behind the chairs and the lake in front. Image #08326. http://hillart.com/classic-cars-1 daily 0.75 2021-01-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610387875874-Q5UO81I4NQTPCCIWUAA2/Duesenberg-1930-40890-side-1-red%26blk_3M.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1930 Duesenberg Coupe This burgundy and black beauty looks like it is in motion even when parked. Image # 08472. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610387875874-Q5UO81I4NQTPCCIWUAA2/Duesenberg-1930-40890-side-1-red%26blk_3M.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1930 Duesenberg Coupe This burgundy and black beauty looks like it is in motion even when parked. Image # 08472. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607013776803-XZ9VR94NK0G5DIFI9S2Z/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1935 Auburn Boattail Speedster Early morning at an Indiana Concours - Auburns are ready to star! Image #40236. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738726737-T7QRWRJIB68HE7I6P4Q9/41878_Auburn-1931-front-red_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1931 Auburn Speedster The 1931 Auburn Boat-tail speedster is a work of art. Released in the middle of the Depression, it conveyed the feeling of speed even when parked. Serious lighting on the front of this gem. Image # 41878. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607019436319-PI8IJJAIYJGGWR030YF1/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - Cord 1929 L29 Cabriolet, commissioned by Frank Lloyd Wright Wright had this fun car painted Taliesin Orange, and it was one of the first front-wheel drive cars. Image #41882 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610387704139-OEK9UCGTWH1G07KQH0NB/Cord-1930-L29-40664-side-1-burgundy_3M.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1930 Cord L29 This model was one of the most elegant Cords ever produced, inside and out. Image # 08471. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610388352647-OIDMGU7CS7B8MURRLYL6/Chevrolet-1956-BelAir-40552-3%3A4view-blue_3M.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1969 Chevrolet BelAir Popular singer Dinah Shore sang “See the USA in your Chevrolet” many, many times on television and radio. This 2-door sedan was clean in design and well-priced. Image # 08469. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738724095-QEJTTX69W7OHXOFJ0NKV/08117_Buick-1959-Cuba_135M.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1959 Buick Angled Headlights This gorgeous 1959 Buick was the epitome of style, both front and back. Photographed in Cuba. Image # 08117. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738724292-8Y0QXXMA33CHDYP5OAJB/39014_T-Bird-blizzard2009_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - Thunderbird in Hiding Many people have snow stories, and this is mine. I parked my fun T-Bird in the driveway. I know I did. Just can't find it... Maybe I'll just have to wait for spring. Image # 39014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457124720550-BIVIT0TWSHJGGRD7MF70/40185_Auburn12-1932-Speedster-boat-tail_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - Bodacious Boat-tail The 1932 Auburn Boat-tail Speedster was a work of art, inspired by Auburn's success on racing circuits. The car's speed, luxury and reasonable price sealed the deal for many buyers. If you are ever wondering what to give artist Wayne Hill for his birthday... Image # 40185. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607030796002-WQABFINATOOQ9Z5D16LZ/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1931 Auburn Boattail Speedster It was hip to have a gold and black speedster! Image #40169. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738724852-1B6E84HL36M557SHM0XN/40212_Auburn851-1935-Spdstr-frontgrille_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1935 Auburn Speedster Fiery redhead seeks high-performance relationship... The 1935 Auburn Boat-tail Speedster was a work of art, featuring a new front end and pontoon fenders. Released at the end of the Depression, it never enjoyed the commercial success its design deserved. Image # 40212. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738725068-0YL2MLYLBFY5I8J260SC/40294_Auburn851-1935-headlight_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1935 Auburn 851 There are design similarities between the Cord and the Auburn. Both were gems made in the same factory. Image # 40294. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738725041-6BC6E0BFFO30E9640A3B/40902_Dues31-front-grille_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1931 Duesenberg Model J If you're going to make a statement, don't mumble. 1931 Duesenberg Model J Clear Vision. Image # 40902. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607533777158-Q7GQQ9LIGGD1D80JY756/40912_Duesenberg-1931-ModJ-Rollstn_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1931 Duesenberg Model J Rollston Formal Sedan Duesenberg was and still is regarded by many car experts as America's finest automobile. The 1931 Duesenberg Model J Rollston Formal Sedan was a work of art, costing around $20,000 during the Great Depression. Less than 500 were built, each to buyer specifications. Image # 40912. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738725461-A0IJO61TCKZW0Z6OH6Z6/41231_Jag1958-MK150-leaper_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1958 Jaguar MK150 The hood ornament looks like a Jaguar, and is affectionately known as "the leaper". During this era, owners would say that if it did not leak oil, it was not really a Jag. Image # 41231. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607018047248-5TWHNH0HY1S15P3J1ES4/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1934ca Auburn Phaeton This elegant car had just completed an ACD rally with other Auburns, Cords and Duesenburgs. Image #41880. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738725891-PMU3NMZIICSLPDDN6DMG/41876_Cad_1936_Fltwd_Hdlight_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1936 Cadillac Fleetwood The 1936 Cadillac featured high-end design in the period of recovery after the Depression. "Fleetwood" was a name that connected prospects with high society, and that model name has lasted to this day. Image # 41876. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738726317-66CHYJK6DK1AGUTURNZ3/41877_Buick-1959-Electra225-Hdlight_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1959 Buick Electra 225 This 1959 Buick represents the high style of fins, both front and back. A wonderful one-year-only design. Image # 41877. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738724332-2CNQT87SPN8WYYUY43N2/08115_Buick1959-Cuba-0598_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1959 Buick Tail Fin This gorgeous 1959 Buick was the epitome of style, both front and back. Photographed in Cuba. Image # 08115. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738726906-1EU2COTGZBPF4LOV32BT/41881_TBird-1956-rear_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1956 Thunderbird This 1956 T-Bird featured the "continental" style spare tire cover - very stylish and highly impractical. Image # 41881. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738727128-0KXJ526UWTROJRCHPG77/41883_Chevy-1959-Impala-taillight_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1959 Chevrolet Impala Platinum blonde seeks fast company. The 1959 Chevy Impala tear-drop tali light was unique, and anchored the classic fin above it. # 41883. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738727688-Q1AATSEB7Y5BOW77BOML/41889_Cadillac-1941-60Special-Fltwd-15_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1941 Cadillac Fleetwood The 1941 Cadillac Series 60 Special featured high-end design in the period of recovery after the Depression. "Fleetwood" was a name that connected prospects with high society, and that model name has lasted to this day. Image # 41889. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738727665-KUGY45KBH6OYC2W5WBR2/081163_Buick1959-Cuba-0594_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1959 Buick Front Grille This gorgeous 1959 Buick was the epitome of style, both front and back. Photographed in Cuba. Image # 08116. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607017715898-V85FNQ4E7OEMOOUZ67XO/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1928 Bugatti Grand Sport Bugattis were normally in front of the others in a race. The only way a driver would see the front of this racer was if it were parked! Image #41881 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607017899625-9YYIFMQLH5OQJPFJ93C7/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1935 Auburn 851 Boattail Speedster This hot car looks like it is moving even when parked. Image #40230. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738726268-Y6L99J9KDDXVGBBST0K8/41232_Jag1958-MK150-leaper_1500px.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1958 Jaguar MK150 This roadster is one of the all-time top Jags, winning many competitions. It sure won my heart. Image # 41232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607030028758-R5IUKWQZ76DES5PL19PD/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1932 Buick Runabout This pristine Buick is rarin’ to go - ideally with the top down. Image #40365. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607030184537-57I5CEWSDDNDSDOQUCK0/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1958 Corvette Convertible This was one of the classic years for the Corvette - a sweet car. Image #41883. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607532702988-GZIAHV2H20G7I9QWFU9K/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V The angled headlights were the rage in 1960! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607531100931-0LDX2DVF3QLUVNJMF33F/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1959 Buick Electra 225, white. This Buick sported classic angled headlights. Image # 40421. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607533135960-7JG25ASSPR8M6GEJEPW9/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1930 duPont This short-lived brand featured unique headlights. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607533483364-N3X738ZTK553MN9NLZSV/image-asset.jpeg CLASSIC CARS - 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham This unique car featured a stainless steel roof and 4 doors that opened to the center (“suicide doors”). Image # 40440. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610387367164-FTX6O72QTMITMBX26O2H/Cadillac-1946-605Fleetwood-Woody-40452-3%3A4view-1-black_3M.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1946 605 Cadillac Fleetwood I’ll bet you did not know that Cadillac produced “woodies”. “Woodies” were very popular in the late 1940s and early 1950s. It is rare to see a Cadillac dressed up with wood paneling! Image # 08468. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610387550739-KMEJGAACUF3ZTCWHPRNJ/Cord-1930-L29-40663-rear-1-red_4M.jpg CLASSIC CARS - 1930 Cord L29 Many cars featured a spare tire positioned behind the trunk - Cord and Duesenberg were known to create a matching luggage trunk for their discriminating owners. Image # 08470. http://hillart.com/doors-windows-1 daily 0.75 2016-02-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743661635-8PQPV0RJMSRXPCRBGOGD/01457_CO_Fairplay_Cabin_wheel_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Fairplay Cabin I found this cabin in Fairplay, Colorado, and wondered what stories from decades ago could be told by the wheel and the window... Image # 01457. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743661635-8PQPV0RJMSRXPCRBGOGD/01457_CO_Fairplay_Cabin_wheel_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Fairplay Cabin I found this cabin in Fairplay, Colorado, and wondered what stories from decades ago could be told by the wheel and the window... Image # 01457. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743662426-KA07OOOF6BNC1JMZWK0Y/01973_VA_Waterford-Cabin-Door_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Door in Waterford This door has a history, along with the cabin surrounding it. It is located in Waterford, Virginia. Image # 01973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743662361-2AVXDM1IA3612S5JVQCD/02715_IT_Portofino-Windows_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Windows of Portofino Tromp L'oeil is a strong visual part of Portofino, Italy. Much of what you see here is expertly painted to fool the eye. The flowers are real. The lower shutters are real. The underwear is real. The rest is two-dimensional paint. Image # 02715. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743663577-ZOD3GEOSORCO3QBA7P3Q/06902_BE_Bruges-door-21_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Door in Bruges This was my favorite door in Bruges, Belgium. Image # 06902. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743663408-0WT835J3QNDUMOOAGTKE/06918_Guat_Antigua-door_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Door in Antigua The door called to me as I was exploring Antigua in Guatemala. Image # 06918. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743663958-WR9OS6FK5C4QJXX083Z0/006919_Guat_Antigua-door-4525_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Church Doors in Antigua These attractive doors in Antigua, Guatemala, open only from the inside - which is unusual for a church. Image # 06919. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743664224-HLAJB4P2PETECHPYU6E8/06920_Guat_Antigua-door-4578_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Wooden Door in Antigua This door has an interesting design in the wood, and enjoys elaborate painting above it. Image # 06920. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743664710-SARJQBD6BEBQJ7VPHNS4/07172_FR_Corsica-door-66_3372_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Door in Corsica How old is this door in Corsica? Corsica is a fascinating island and a part of France. Image # 07172. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743664499-NXZZ1BQRPW4E2ZP58340/07213_IT_Lipari_windows_3469_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Windows of Lipari There is lots of geometry in this photograph, made on an island off the coast of Italy! Image # 07213. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743664880-K506ZFSE263PWA72O94V/07255_AG_La-Boca-windows_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Windows of La Boca This image combines the classic lamp post with one classic window, while the other window and the wall are contemporary. La Boca is one of the most interesting and colorful neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. Image # 07255. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743665250-I76HHIMU3HPKIROI7TIA/07571_UR_Juanico-winery-door_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - The Door at Juanico This is the door to the Juanico Winery in Uruguay, maker of powerful Tannat-based wines. Image # 07571. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743666157-2AP3IC1UO39XXVKSTYIY/08094_CU_Havana-door-0532_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Door in Havana This historic door must have secrets inside, but you and I will never know. Image # 08094. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743665736-8ZX4EUDCYPGZO9BP88DD/36312_IRE_Irish-window_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Window in Ireland Any window graced with Irish lace is a joy to behold! Image # 36312. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743666439-Y3U07WZO13K7B0QE7JJZ/36462_IR_Irish-blue-door-8506_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Irish Blue Door This door in Killarney was the most intensely blue door I had ever seen. Many older doors in Ireland have the brass knob in the center. Image # 36462. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743666743-OO3O0Z5DL5NNWI8MC7VD/39016_SW_Murren-Window_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Window in Murren On my way up the hill in Murren, Switzerland, I passed by this cheerful window. I would have lingered on the bench but a large plate of rosti was just ahead... Image # 39016. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743667892-KU29C4RNMFJPQWA6UHOB/39033_BR_Bermuda-Window_1500px.jpg WINDOWS & DOORS - Shuttered Window in Bermuda Bermuda has lots of architectural details that attract an artist's eye. Image # 39033. http://hillart.com/alsace-eze-nice-1 daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1672321745606-8F0R2FDXCE5K0LITOGR7/-00-08508-Barr-butterflies-3697_827px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - The Butterflies of Barr These vibrant butterflies make you smile when you first see them. There are several hundred, and they gently wave in the breeze. Image #08508. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478497758-HNYAV5WGOPWNWIXB34XG/06977_Hotel-Des-Arts-5283_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Windows in Petite France Classic and colorful, these windows grace a hotel in the Petite France section of Strasbourg. Image # 06977. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478497909-FYRIIM0KHEG6D99OJ6EX/06978_Hotel-La_Diligence5309_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Hotel La Diligence The distinctive facade of this hotel adds charm to Petite France in Strasbourg, France. Image # 06978. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478498192-8OYFL2H7NBKG2NKGIWA0/08049_Eze_Chev-d%27Or-window_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Window in Chevre d'Or This is the window in the foyer of the hotel Chevre d'Or in Eze. Image # 0303-H26. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478498217-OV8SNYJS0P1N7W7FDSE3/08050_Eze-rose-0303H10_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - The Rose of Eze In the beautiful gardens of the Chevre d'Or hotel in Eze, this rose captured the artist's heart. Image # 08050. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478498616-VJISDJBV35U6DK5734YJ/08051_Eze_wine-shop-0303H5_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Eze Wine Shop This wine shop in Eze has an inviting look from the sidewalk. Let's check it out. Image # 0303-H5. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478499081-UIVVD4NRRCVQUAO9UMRH/08052_Eze_Doorway-0303G35_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Eze Doorway This is one of several dozen doorways for merchants in Eze. A delightful hiltop villege to visit. Image #0303-G35. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478499387-3B34PG850SWUDYIE6LKH/08053_Eze-door-and-wall-0303G34_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Door in Eze No street number, no longer visibility through the windows, no indication of age. Nice door in Eze! Image # 0303-G34. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478499797-LM7ORNEKBSPHHGCJI6CK/08054_Eze-window-art-0303G30_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Window Art Go ahead - look at this twice. A clever and skillful window treatment in Eze. Image # 0303-G30. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478500215-GVAOZQJVQ5XH8FR65JPP/08055_Eze-window-0303G26_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Eze Window The window treatments around the Chevre d'Or hotel in Eze are simple yet elegant. This faces a hidden interior courtyard. Image # 0303-G26. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478500052-C4O12FLO7ZJ8H29KA5G7/08056_Nice-cookies-0303A13_15600pxs.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Nice Cookies! Nice cookies really are nice. Very French. Slightly touristy. Taste for yourself. Image # 0303-A13. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478500423-63I30XHYI1W9XXZQ622H/06975_Strasbg_PetFr_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Petite France Petite France is the most picturesque and romantic quarter of Strasbourg, France. The half-timbered houses along the canal provide a timeless backdrop to sidewalk cafes. Linger with a crisp Riesling and your stress will float downstream. Image # 06975. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452478500391-2Q6Y6C8XP1V0IG6MOYIM/06976_Strasbourg-5316_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Serenity in Strasbourg Its a beautiful day in Strasbourg, France. So grab a table in this outdoor cafe in Petite France, and stay a long time. Mills and tanneries used to occupy this waterfront, which now is populated by geraniums and connoisseurs of fine Alsatian wines. Image # 06976. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455284118944-XVRKX6NWF8S18PFCL7MF/image-asset.jpeg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Le Chevre d'Or On the French coast east of Nice sits the tiny village of Eze. Presiding1,300 feet above the cobalt-blue Mediterranean, it is easy to forget that this restored medieval town was designed for military defense, not tourist dollars. Eze's stepped, serpentine alleyways and flower-decked cobbled passageways are home to artisans and antiques dealers. I climbed the steep hill to reach the Chateau Chevre d'Or, one of the finest hotels in all of France. It was so worth the climb. Image # 03031. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503515182427-HZ27RUXM6KK5MEB9E8VN/08288_FR_Nice-boat-3-03F34_3M.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Nice Boat in Nice The seaside city of Nice has some very nice pleasure and work boats, many with their home city's name proudly displayed. Image # 08288. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503515324171-HIJWLLL84SKN3SN6JM8Y/08289_FR_Nice-boat-3-03F33_3M.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Nice has a very nice Harbor Nice has a great collection of antique and modern boats, most proudly displaying their home port on their bow. Image # 08289. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503515434545-0EVTYQ5W50VGHM2TAU6Q/08290_FR_Nice-boat-3-03F25_3M.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Nice Boat in Nice The seaside city of Nice has some very nice pleasure and work boats, many with their home city's name proudly displayed. Image # 08290. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503517521894-2ZPEUQN315AR161OZDQQ/08291_FR_Nice-CoteD%27Azur_3M.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Welcome to the French Riviera Coe D'Azur literally translates to the azure blue coast, but it is really considered the epicenter of the French Riviera. This sign in Nice boldly displayed classic colors of the Med. Image # 08291. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662467168459-9B1T6TC6TF1MSJ1HECA7/08509-Colmar-evening-3M.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Evening in Colmar When you are ready for dinner, the swans will lead you to a table beside the canal. Colmar is a great village to walk and enjoy its history. Image # 08509. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662472944506-8IYT7OZSNWG8Y3TDX9OC/08517-Lift-1-atStLouisArzviller-3701_2M.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - The Amazing Lift The Saint Louis Arzviller Lift replaced 17 canal locks, and raises or lowers a boat 150 feet in 4 minutes. Image #08517. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662472964809-K8HN5FLI2MXQE4S54D2C/08518-Strasburg-flowers-A692_3M.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice - Strasburg Flowers The core of the old section of Strasburg is punctuated with lovely flowers. Image #08518. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Alsace, Eze & Nice http://hillart.com/about daily 0.75 2021-01-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457918665289-HEVZLL8WSWDE505A6ETR/image-asset.png About Wayne Hill Working in Yosemite National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457962245853-5PR25FI927188CDRA0NQ/image-asset.jpeg About Wayne Hill Working near the North Rim, Grand Canyon National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451962298175-QEFESG57F4332YG349ZR/image-asset.jpeg About Wayne Hill Working on the Road to Hana https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457961980433-UNZRXOMI2SU4FMNJ3PXM/image-asset.jpeg About Wayne Hill Working in Antelope Canyon http://hillart.com/awards-recognition daily 0.75 2019-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963136606-3C1KX29XSYLQU7LERIQH/W_Tetons_Out_Standing_300pxw%281%29.jpg Awards & Recognition http://hillart.com/adirondack-state-park daily 0.75 2016-01-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871303808-5TZ2QJUV7QY7UQTBQ4OW/05491_NY_color_on_Hudson_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Leaves on the Hudson Late September brings a palette of brilliant colors. This early performance was on the shore of the Hudson River. Image # 05491. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871303740-QD7ROPCAL80Y2VIND1TZ/05492_NY_BlueMtnDawn_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Blue Mountain Dawn Blue Mountain Lake lies in the southwestern area of the vast Adirondacks State Park in New York. Artist Wayne Hill paddled his canoe to this island in the pre-dawn fog to be ready when the sun burned through. Image # 05492. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871304662-N933C4YPJLP9V16QW0AW/05496_NY_+Falling_Water_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Falling Water This complex waterfall is located at the end of a hike in New York's Adirondack State Park. This picturesque waterway meanders through thick forest and rugged terrain. Yet artist Wayne Hill could not get Frank Lloyd Wright's magnificent Pennsylvania home out of his mind. Listen - do you hear it? Image # 05496. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871304753-F0Z9WPCS3D1YPJO9Q1QV/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Blue Mountain Misty Isle This tiny island sits in Blue Mountain Lake in the southwestern region of New York's huge Adirondack State Park. Artist Wayne Hill had seen it the day before and returned by canoe in dense fog, before the sun burned through to awaken Blue Mountain Lake. Image # 05611.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871304946-V7YTESDW0UADZKX0VYJR/05647_NY_Maples-and-Birches_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Maples and Birches Near the banks of the Hudson River in the southern Adirondack State Park in New York, the maples and birches compete for attention. Artist Wayne Hill will take them both, especially at the peak of fall foliage. Image # 05647. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871305241-N7ODBN22O4GKIBVNLSH1/06836_NY_Adirond_GreatCamp-deck_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Saranac Sunday Along the shores of Upper Saranac Lake, in the Adirondack State Park near Lake Placid, several of the remaining Great Camps maintain an important presence. This one features an amazing deck, just inviting you to unplug and linger. Time is one of life's most precious commodities - spend it wisely. Image # 06836. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871305151-XA8MUSRRBJU0UHLMN7H0/06837_NY_Adirond_ElkLakeDawn_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Elk Lake Dawn Along the shores of New York's Elk Lake, near North Hudson, a 12,000-acre private forest preserve is nestled in the heart of the High Peaks. This was described by the National Geographic as "the jewel of the Adirondacks". Enjoy the solitude of this tranquil wilderness resort. Image # 06837. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871305343-PZ2SPVJ6CHR377IC5JPM/05480_NY_Adirondack_Chairs_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Indian Summer Artist Wayne Hill found these white Adirondack chairs calling him on a warm October afternoon in Adirondack State Park, NY. After he made this panoramic photograph, he yielded to temptation and relaxed a while on the shore of Blue Mountain Lake. Second chair from the left. Image # 05480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871305423-PLZBZSWJ4XHOK2WHBCRE/05485_NY_Saranac_Lake_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Saranac Lake Artist Wayne Hill loves the sweet light of dawn, and waded out into the shallow waters of Lake Saranac to compose this panorama. One of the many visual treats in Adirondack State Park, NY. Image # 05485.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451871306010-ZVCEAZ4BYYD5XJH7SHUB/05486_NY_SaranacStream-fall_1500px.jpg Adirondack State Park - Saranac Stream As the leaves descend in late September in New York's Adirondack State Park, the air has the fragrance of fall. This stream sounds larger than it really is, and feeds into Lower Saranac Lake. 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The sun did the rest! He has the large-format photograph, but wishes that he had the sail as well! Image # 01764. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870685633-0NDKQ6U4EO63TZPR5503/01796_ME_SandPatterns_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - It's the Sand, Man The tides in Maine are significant. At Acadia's Sand Beach, as the tide recedes it leaves behind abstract art, momentarily visited by water. This just makes you want to stop and admire - or please walk around these patterns. Image # 01796.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870685925-0HN7A6W54TU07OHL4I4D/01799_ME_Acadia-OtterCliffs_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Sunrise at Otter Cliffs The rocks and profile of Otter Cliffs have become an icon for Acadia National Park and for Maine in general. Located along the "loop road" within Acadia, it is heavily courted by artists and tourists. Be there at dawn and it is all yours. Image # 01799. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870686797-JS9ZT8PU9NGW1KWR3D5N/01809_ME_Acadia-JordanPond_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Jordan Pond and the Bubbles Near the center of Mount Desert Island, Maine, lies this delightful pond in Acadia National Park. At one end are the twin sensual peaks called The Bubbles, while at the other sits the Jordan Pond House, known for its memorable popovers. John Rockefeller built carriage trails around this pond, which today are great for hiking and biking. Did Artist Wayne Hill mention those hot popovers fifty yards away? I wonder where he went... Image # 01809. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870686819-WS693O2MTKF1E47MGCJ4/01905_ME_Bass_Harbor_Light_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Bass Harbor Light Artist Wayne Hill knows why this lighthouse is among the most photogenic in Maine. With the rugged coast often shrouded in fog, it offers historic navigational aid to passing sailboats. Located outside Bass Harbor and within Acadia National Park, it is heavily courted by artists and tourists, as well as nostalgic windjammers cruising offshore. Image # 01905. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870687308-ZN4URA7UO7A4FHUQZLEX/05521_ME_Acadia-MapleBouquet_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Maple Bouquet Maples in New England wait all year to perform in October. This tree called to artist Wayne Hill as he was looking for art in Acadia National Park, Maine. Image # 05521. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870687299-SD2NHVAAW2YZ64A4MHAI/35024_ME_Acadia-ferns_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Acadia Ferns The ferns near the carriage trails in Acadia National Park are gentle in summer and become spectacular in October. Image # 35024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870688004-095SKAAOJO0V1B6TRFFZ/36301_ME_SealHarborPond_5M.jpg Acadia National Park - Seal Harbor Pond This pond is one of artist Wayne Hill's long time favorites. On the edge of Acadia National Park, it sits back from Seal Harbor, Maine, bordering the former Rockefeller mansion (that had 44 bedrooms and 22 bathrooms). A great place to sit and meditate. Image # 36301. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870688039-EZMABXR4HQHGD8M027VF/36442_ME_Acadia-BernardMarsh-WesternMtn_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Bernard Marsh This delightful view of Western Mountain is located on Mount Desert Island, Maine, between Southwest Harbor and Seal Cove. Wayne Hill spent his childhood summers on this island, and passed this scene on his way to Carroll's Drug Store soda fountain for a mandatory chocolate ice cream soda. Ayuh! This scene can mark the highlight of another perfect day in Maine. Image # 36442. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870688904-L19HV0DKQUIBRRMH6RVE/36898_ME_Acadia-OtterPoint_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - October Arrives The strong colors of these birches and maples are powerful in the morning sun along the trail leading to Otter Cliffs. Image # 36898. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870688904-KJRMU96QABRI1YYWPBCZ/36990_ME_Acadia-OtterCliffs_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Fall at Otter Cliffs Many of the trees in Acadia are pines, much more important than lowly sumac - until October when the sumac colors turn red and orange. Take an early morning hike along the Otter Cliffs trail and imprint this view. It will soon pass. Image # 36990. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870689349-5RVU14IF6MTHJEIL21ZE/37057_ME_BassHarborLt_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Bass Harbor Morning Photographs of light houses often look great in sunshine - yet they were created to guide ships in weather conditions of poor or no visibility. Image # 37057. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870689510-KZSZF0N4EXL9WER86RT7/38111_ME_Acadia-JapaneseMaple_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - October Leaf The crisp air of Acadia in October transforms simple leaves into elegant colored formations. Add a bit of dew at dawn, and we have a striking photograph! Image # 38111. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870690409-U9I0K5739TDRVRWAUB2S/39071_ME_BassHarborLight_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - The Light at Bass Harbor At low tide, it is possible to walk to the east side of this iconic light - just be very careful on the slippery rocks, and do not stay too long as the tide may be coming in. Image # 39071. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870690610-OR9PPJBSJKOBV5UXN1RM/39072_ME_Acadia-SieurdeMont_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Fall at Sieur de Monts Spring The foliage near Acadia's Sieur de Monts Spring is wonderful in early October. You can even smell the aroma of fall colors. Image # 39072. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870690839-R00L2DE0LL51DSRP5MKB/39073_ME_Acadia-profile_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Profile of Acadia You have to leave Mount Desert Island in order to see the profile of Acadia National Park. This view from across Frenchman's Bay is impressive, calling you to soon return. Image # 39073. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870696908-2BAKDYULM3RW4Y8VMQOX/39074_ME_SealHarborPond_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Tranquility at Seal Harbor Pond The pond at Seal Harbor is on the edge of Acadia, and usually is calm - wish you had your canoe handy? Image # 39074. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870696949-4E0M46NOJUW108IMQ86G/39082_ME_RockefellerGate_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - The Rockefeller Gate Most of the land that we enjoy as Acadia National Park was donated by John D. Rockefeller, Jr. - along with 45 miles of "carriage roads" so he could enjoy touring the interior of Mount Desert Island without competing with automobiles. Here is one of the two gate lodges he built at entry points to the roads; this one is near the Jordan Pond House in Northeast Harbor. Image # 39082. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451870697219-4BR8Z62WTE9OXMSGANW8/39084_ME_AcadiaFern-birch_1500px.jpg Acadia National Park - Fern and Birch This is a fine contrast in textures - between the gentle fern fronds and the peeling bark of the birch. Acadia is splendid from a distance and indeed from up close as well. Image # 39084. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527854205660-CGCP2LL2KNX407CC0CMT/08355_ME_Acadia-JordanPond-7746_4M.jpg Acadia National Park - Jordan Pond in Early Spring I thought about walking across the stones to get closer to The Bubbles, but realized how chilly the water is in early March. 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Image #07254. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479332528-Z60EPJD1PFJ48WQL3FDH/07255_AG_La-Boca-windows_1500px.jpg Argentina - Windows in La Boca This image combines the classic lamp post with one classic window, while the other window and the wall are contemporary. La Boca is one of the most interesting and colorful neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. Image # 07255. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479332975-PFOKM47KTJYCT4MNTL5R/07256_AG_La-Boca-dancers_1500px.jpg Argentina - Tango Dancers The tango was born in Buenos Aires, on the waterfront at La Boca. The lore has its origin as a way for the male stevedores to pass their time between arrivals of sailing ships to unload. It was not initially a romantic dance. Enter ladies and all that changed. Image # 07256. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479332738-BU1FVEHDPJRI67FFBH5W/07257_AG_La-Boca-CocaCola_1500px.jpg Argentina - Coca Cola in La Boca As many millions of Coca Cola bottles as we have all seen around the world, this one is truly unique. It is in the colorful La Boca neighborhood in Buenos Aires. Image # 07257. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479332963-74IXOLTOD7K373EEJZ2X/07259_AG_BuenosAires_AlvearPal-stairs_1500px.jpg Argentina - Alvear Palace Spiral Stairs The Alvear Palace is an exquisite hotel in Buenos Aires. While the hotel has excellent elevators, the artist fell in love with the elegant spiral stairs. Image # 07259. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333154-3GJR6RPZEO5TBQBYLOSF/07261_AG_Lago-Roca_2326_1500px.jpg Argentina - The Shore of Lago Roca This is Lago Roca, the southernmost lake in all of the Americas. The bottom of the mighty Andes range is in the distance. Image # 07261. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333077-7Z00KAK92SCYFCLI516K/07411_AR_BelascoBaq612best_1500px.jpg Argentina - Belasco Vista What a view from the upper deck of Belasco de Baquedano in Mendoza! Their malbec vineyards are located at the base of the Andes in Lujan de Cuyo. Many award-winning wines began their life in these vineyards. Image # 07411. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333150-55BGNQ1U3EYSGKC5OLC6/07415_AR_Decero612-best_1500px.jpg Argentina - Finca Decero Finca Decero likely has the most spectacular vista in all of Mendoza. The artist fell in love with the composition, as all the elements contributed to this complex panorama. After a gourmet lunch on their balcony, paired with delicious wines, the view got even better! Image # 07415. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333204-UETAD0KHL2M8I2RRROE9/07425_AR_VCobos-winery_1500px.jpg Argentina - Vina Cobos Vina Cobos is a special place, in Lujan de Cuyo in Mendoza. Created by American Paul Hobbs with two partners, Vina Cobos has a uniquely contemporary winery with snow-capped mountains not far beyond the vineyards. Their wines are highly regarded and among the best in Mendoza. Image # 07425. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333298-P2AXY5Z5ULR21T6Q7GTK/07426_AR_BelBaq-view_1500px.jpg Argentina - Belasco de Baquedano Driving into the Belasco winery, you are filled with anticipation. Leaving the property, this is the impressive view that greets you from their front door. Image # 07426. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333288-0BR15EH0G6SZVDQL6G4B/07427_AR__Salenstein-barrels_1500px.jpg Argentina - Perfect Place for a Piano The circular barrel room at Salentein winery in Mendoza has an elegant grand piano! Can you imagine sipping exquisite malbec as you sit amid the barrels and listen to a classical pianist filling the air with beautiful music? Image # 07427. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333394-2KCT1PMCSAVZRVR9U4YD/07428_AR_Casarena-winery_1500px.jpg Argentina - Welcome to Casarena Bodega Casarena in Mendoza produces excellent wines. They also have a superb restaurant that serves wine-paired Asian fusion lunches produced by Chef Mun. This is a must-do place for any visitors to Lujan de Cuyo in Mendoza. Image # 07428. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333404-GS0U9PDIDXAPB5R1RCVZ/07429_AZ_CatenaZap-vines_1500px.jpg Argentina - Catena Zapata Ten days before harvest, these vines are nearly ready to be harvested. They have no idea that the view from Catena Zapata is of the snow-capped Andes and unique in the world. Image # 07429. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333474-5V9PKKTRR42V9UDPHAW9/07430_AR_CatenaZapata-barrels_1500px.jpg Argentina - Barrels at Catena Zapata The barrel room underneath the winery at Catena Zapata is impressive. It is also very dry, so twice each day staff members take a hose and wet down the barrels and tile floors, to increase the humidity which will keep the barrel staves from drying out. Image # 07430. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333623-P5IUA0G1IYVQDW8B8YNP/07431_AZ_ClosdeChacras_1500px.jpg Argentina - Clos de Chacras The 90-year old Clos de Chacras winery looked even prettier in the gentle rain that saturated its colors. Located outside Mendoza, the wines are excellent and so is their gourmet lunch. Image # 07431. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333636-IS50FS6T21TETNATUGQY/06750_AG_LaBoca-colors_1500px.jpg Argentina - La Boca Colors In the old port of Buenos Aires, the quaint neighborhood of La Boca boasts the most colorful houses in the Americas. This is also the place where the tango was born, and its pulse infuses the city with passion. Argentina has a fascinating fabric of life, intertwining the history, the food, the economy and the nightlife in this European-feeling city. Image # 06750. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333781-L6KL6D93RPC4UJCGTLJZ/06751_AG_BlueBench-in-LaBoca_1500px.jpg Argentina - Blue Bench in La Boca In the old port of Buenos Aires, the quaint neighborhood of La Boca boasts the most colorful houses in the Americas. This is also the place where the tango was born. Imagine the stories this bench could tell... Image # 06751. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452479333750-UWFTFBBSGTXKEQV5BO5Y/06752_AG_+LagoRoca-9621_1500px.jpg Argentina - Lago Roca Artist Wayne Hill made this photograph of the southernmost lake in all of the Americas. Not too far from the southernmost city, Ushuia, this beautiful Patagonian lake is bordered by the bottom of the Andes mountain range in Argentina. Image # 06752. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503940385951-IYQ8IQTZIJLPDO4IBQLZ/02308_ARG_Ushuia-from-water_3M.jpg Argentina - Welcome to Ushuaia Near the bottom of Argentina, Ushuaia is the departure point for excursions to Antartica. It boasts the southernmost airport in the Americas. Image # 02308. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Argentina http://hillart.com/colorado-1 daily 0.75 2016-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395981792-R3MSK0OBUZ1EFZC6W5T0/01313_CO_Summer-in-SanJuans_1500px.jpg Colorado - Summer in the San Juans Skier-in-recovery Wayne Hill knows that Colorado offers wonderful skiing, yet is even more enjoyable to explore in the summer. This vista of the San Juan mountains awaits you as you begin your adventure on Million Dollar Road north of Telluride. Unspoiled and magnificent, between Ouray and Telluride, it is well worth the drive to be there. I doubt that these grazing horses have any idea they are in one of the prettiest spots in America! Image # 01313. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395990835-3AIILO2ZDOZXNB69SAPM/05512_CO_Crystal_Mill_1500px.jpg Colorado - The Crystal Mill Imagine the hardships of the Colorado silver mining days as you enjoy this mill that was in its heyday 100 years ago. A rugged four-hour 4-wheel drive trip over a deteriorated dirt road led me to this spot. It cost me a flat tire, but was worth the trip. Image # 05512. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395989532-ZM4UB9AKF1F05KJJDAK0/01579_CO_Flat-Irons-Sweet-Pea_1500px.jpg Colorado - Flowers and Flatirons The Flatirons are the signature peaks that define the western border of Boulder, Colorado. They are a popular destination for day hikers. These delicate Sweet Pea flowers provide color and counterpoint to the strength of the neighboring mountains. Image # 01579. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395988969-L58AMCJDQNJQJD7YP1Y4/05511_CO_Fireweed%26Spruce_1500px.jpg Colorado - Fireweed and Spruce Fireweed is one of the first flowering plants to return after a forest fire. It also happens to be very pretty to look at! Image # 05511. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395982077-U7BWPSU8XTIDFZ7LFYIA/01567_CO_RockCreek_Waterfall_1500px.jpg Colorado - Rock Creek Waterfall Tumbling down the red rocks of Colorado, the waters of Rock Creek help your cares evaporate as you watch and listen. Image # 01567. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395991435-KFTW19O40V0GM8VSVKN0/05522_CO_Fall-Maroon-Bells_1500px.jpg Colorado - Fall at the Bells Nestled among the majestic peaks of the Elk Mountain Range, the Maroon Bells are among the most photogenic of the hundreds of mountains in Colorado. A pair of "14'ers" make up the Bells, whose beauty is visually doubled by Maroon Lake.They really stand out in this early morning photograph, amid the vivid colors of autumn. Image # 05522. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395993684-5B1YBSMAYB69PF05YQDF/05534_CO_MaroonBellsSpring_1500px.jpg Colorado - Spring Arrives at the Bells There is something glorious about the arrival of spring. New green foliage and the first wave of courageous flowers greet visitors to the Maroon Bells near Aspen, Colorado. Image # 05534. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395993093-OZQ0Q267ZYE4V9OVEWUX/05543_CO_IndependencePass_1500px.jpg Colorado - Independence Pass at Dawn High above Aspen, Colorado, Independence Pass presides near the Continental Divide. I Hill courted this high-altitude pond for several visits, and made this 4x5 large format image shortly before sunrise. Image # 05544. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395993891-EQ4U4H44Z44DQVWGNAEG/05550_CO_AspenForest_1500px.jpg Colorado - Aspen Forest This magnificent stand of aspen trees lives not far from the Maroon Bells, near Aspen Colorado. This was made with a large-format 6x17 panoramic Linhof camera. Stress? What stress? Image # 05550. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395996575-3T5BMV647CEJ4BQO4J2B/05597_CO_Ashcroft-BeaverLodge_1500px.jpg Colorado - Ashcroft Beaver Pond Tranquility is alive and well in this image of the Ashcroft valley near Aspen, Colorado. Sit on a log near this pond, and contemplate the engineering skills of a beaver. Image # 05597. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395994467-PTQVHZJ1CH5MLLK9R6UH/05602_CO_Champagne+Morn_1500px.jpg Colorado - Champagne Morning Experience the exhilaration of your first run on fresh powder! Join me high above Aspen, Colorado, savor the sweet light of the sun's first rays on this delicate snow cover - and leave your laptop far behind. Image # 05602. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395996808-57AJNWIKAJEM1SW537GP/05616_CO_Snowy-Woods_1500px.jpg Colorado - Snowy Woods I was skiing in Snowmass, Colorado, and stopped to savor the delicacy of this scene. This may be the only image in this gallery that has a sound track: when I was composing this photograph, I was listening to the Manhattan Transfer singing their lush rendition of "Snowfall". Try it for yourself. Image # 05616. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396002129-AOQMJ9GNE07QG3HV47R3/05670_CO_PineyCreek_1500px.jpg Colorado - Piney Creek If you drive north from Vail, Colorado toward Piney Lake, you will eventually travel along this photogenic creek. I know that it sounds just as refreshing as it looks. Image # 05670. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502909778205-MT70TMJXTXQR5G06OVZH/08235_CO_Garden-oftheGods_3M.jpg Colorado - Garden of the Gods For more than 100 years, the state of Colorado has protected this unique place as a park. It incorporates red rock formations, has trails for exploring, and is very close to Pike's Peak to the west. Image # 08235. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453395999933-W2D31HURZAHAU1Z2E0XO/05673_CO_PikesPeak_1500px.jpg Colorado - Pikes Peak Pikes Peak is perhaps the most famous of the 52 Colorado mountains taller than 14,000 feet. It is the only one with a road to the summit. Yet it is not inherently photogenic. I framed the Peak between striking sandstone formations near the Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. Image # 05673. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396004453-5JUEU3DSWB83ZT6WE52H/05689_CO_Maroon_Morning_1500px.jpg Colorado - Maroon Morning The Maroon Bells are one of the most beautiful attractions near Aspen, Colorado. Imagine sitting on the shore of Maroon Lake just after dawn, in total quiet with a mirror reflection of the mountains - this large-format image will do just that for you! A perfect destination is often measured by how far it takes you from ordinary. Image # 05689. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396006799-F1W8J9H2Y3KN4MBN05T1/05743_CO_Snowmass_Balloons_1500px.jpg Colorado - Snowmass Balloons On an early summer morning, colorful balloons fill the sky, lifting off from a field near Snowmass Village in Colorado. Today would be a great day for you to go aloft me! Image # 05743. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396006613-F94V3BDUZG46EGX964AQ/36617_CO_Granby_Lake_1500px.jpg Colorado - Lupine by Granby Lake On the southwestern edge of Rocky Mountain National Park, Granby Lake calls you to visit: turn off your cell phone, grab a canoe, or walk along the shore. I invite you to unplug from your fast pace with this image. # 36617. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396008351-UPLSALVR588MYNAD41SQ/36935_CO_RoseCrown-Stream_1500px.jpg Colorado - Rose Crown and Stream How can any flower grow in granite? Never mind an explanation - simply enjoy this delicate combination of blossoms and waterfall. Image # 36935. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396009078-4U6AC7761591M4GB8CM2/36954_CO_AspenSkiers_1500px.jpg Colorado - Diamond Hunters There are few places more rewarding for serious skiers than Colorado. Serious skiers believe there are more diamonds here than in South Africa. OK, the men think that - the ladies can find many shopping in downtown Aspen. Here a chair ascends Aspen Mountain, carrying athletic skiers up to the top, so they can search for fresh powder or test their knees on double-diamond bumps. Image # 36954. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396010764-4BO7OPOCDHV705088JW2/37035_CO_Aspen-%26-Lupine_1500px.jpg Colorado - Aspen and Lupine Hiking the back country in Colorado reveals unending beauty and texture in the landscape. Seasonal lupine compete for attention with the perennial aspen. Both are winners. Image # 37035. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396012220-4Y8STHQ4QTAHBJP7CPG8/37183_CO_Aspens_1500px.jpg Colorado - Aspens What a privilege it is to linger in a grove of aspens after sunset, and study the gentle detail of the trees as they rest from the day. Sweet light is magical for aspens. This grove was found in the Flat Tops mesa high above Glenwood Springs. Image # 37183. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396014634-62CW4S8JWO9H8TMRZU6Y/37187_CO_Columbine-Ouray_1500px.jpg Colorado - Columbine in Ouray The columbine is the Colorado State Flower. Resembling an orchid, this gem was photographed in a field of wildflowers in Yankee Boy Basin in Ouray, Colorado. Image # 37187. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396015178-8ZB5YZZ7LIMVKLNUVV9J/037208_CO_LoneAspen-inTetons_1500px.jpg Colorado - Lone Aspen This lone aspen calls out for companions, but it knows that eventually the spruce will win out on this side of the hill. Image # 37208. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396017664-26PR0KK7F6H2WOOR7R5V/37215_CO_LonePine-snow_1500px.jpg Colorado - Spruce and Shadow I loved to ski, and occasionally my burning thighs would beg for rest. While I was stopped, this infant spruce in the angular light of early morning caught my eye. I was meant to stop here. Image # 37215. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458921360215-XS0VVJUMQYUC836NGJE4/37184_CO_Aspen-forest_1500px.jpg Colorado - Aspen Forest I had no idea how long I had to look to locate a lush forest filled with aspen trees. This one works for me, and is near Crested Butte. Image # 37184. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502891789559-U5MISUIVCD0812YTP6V6/05731_CO-PikesPeak-frmGofGods_2M.jpg Colorado - Pikes Peak from Garden of the Gods These are two significant attractions near Colorado Springs. Pike's Peak is the only 14,000' mountain in America that you can drive to the top, while the Garden has fascinating sandstone formations around which you can walk. Image # 05731. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Colorado http://hillart.com/france-landing daily 0.75 2017-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452480696848-VIM1718IRQIL38K4363H/image-asset.jpeg France LANDING Provence & Chateauneuf du Pape https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456846470877-U7ZFWG4WRLGT8QNSOE2A/image-asset.jpeg France LANDING Alsace, Eze & Nice https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456847670607-94N7BPIPLBGNDOQ6URKQ/07122_Giverny-Monet-Home_0312_1500px.jpg France LANDING Giverny & Coast https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456848120156-13J7GD5JGX8MXJHVLEO3/image-asset.jpeg France LANDING Paris & Versailles https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456846929013-3EKMVYJO91PKWF7VV390/wayne%40hillart.com France LANDING Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne http://hillart.com/american-parks-1 daily 0.75 2017-05-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452995294106-LPGWHNHV2HMUEJ3RAIE1/image-asset.jpeg American Parks Olympic National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452995201904-S2NH3S0MFR1T1CTF96Z5/image-asset.jpeg American Parks Grand Canyon National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452995352608-BUYA4BZU17E962HQQJXR/image-asset.jpeg American Parks Yellowstone National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494261372947-JXSKJOKO854O9Y4DEWR3/image-asset.jpeg American Parks Grand Tetons National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456410905568-1CZSEKXT2E6TS9L3ZXO8/image-asset.jpeg American Parks Glacier National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494201363678-9YZT7V14RSJZZIU3JY8B/image-asset.jpeg American Parks Yosemite National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456420842890-NKMJMGCH9OR5WAE80293/image-asset.jpeg American Parks Other Parks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451958858342-WEKDQTTPIATIJLIIS753/image-asset.jpeg American Parks Adirondack State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451959430755-CV2D1CQ2CB8F6TMQLZ85/07265_CA_DV_MesquiteDunes_1500px.jpg American Parks Death Valley National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451958760347-3AG81FFA18UVP28O20XU/wayne%40hillart.com American Parks Acadia National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494261400940-OONBXF5DD7JCV008DF05/great-smoky-mountains-national-park.jpg American Parks Great Smoky Mountains National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456420417318-8JXMINTI3JKQ7I2JEWW9/05664_Yose_MariposaRedwoods_1500px.jpg American Parks http://hillart.com/california daily 0.75 2017-08-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459434754586-OJKZ4N7IDHOFHVNA065T/08153_CA_PacificGrove-pink-flox_1500px.jpg California - Pink Flox and the Pacific This explosion of color in Pacific Grove was a joy to observe. Not far from Monterey, this should be on your list to visit and enjoy! Image # 08153. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327571-GRWNMLCGINX05V2F1QIQ/07624_GoldenGate-BakerB_1500px.jpg California - Daddy, Let's Catch a Wave What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon on Baker Beach - teaching your son about incoming waves and the dance to avoid them. Although any 6-year old boy would not avoid them... Image # 07624. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327076-JMUR53HCEZ34IACXA0QN/01910_CA_PalaceFineArts_1500px.jpg California - Palace of Fine Arts One of the classic relics of the San Francisco World Exposition a century ago is the Palace of Fine Arts. Image # 01910. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327257-NWVBATB2F86JHJUNKNVI/01964_CA_SF-fromCoitTwr_1500px.jpg California - View from the Coit Tower An unusual view of San Francisco, from Coit Tower, looking west toward the Golden Gate Bridge. On the left is the famous winding Lombard Street, in the center of the Marina district. The Bay and incomparable Golden Gate are to the right. Image # 01964. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327227-I164DY8YBM2IC2N4VFLV/02163_CA_Fog-City-Diner-SF_1500px.jpg California - No Crybabies San Francisco has wonderful restaurants. The Fog City Diner is hardly in that category, but is always popular and affordable. Located near the Embarcadero, it has fueled the artist several times. Notice the clock. Image # 02163. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327423-QLZ7RU2AUHVINB5JAKZF/07336_CA_LombardSt-4_1500px.jpg California - Looking up Lombard Look up legendary Lombard Street as the cars snake along amid lush flower beds. Drivers must watch the road, so the passengers are the only ones to view the scene. Drivers later will have bragging rights. Image # 07336. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327396-Y6XG32FESWL5OO27VNZH/07337_CA_FishrmnsWharf_1500px.jpg California - Workhorses Clean fishing boats have a romantic look when they are resting. This picturesque group of working boats supplies Alioto's and other seafood restaurants along the "Wharf" in San Francisco. Image # 07337. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327471-8WYFULA99TBS0X40SK9H/07622_GoldenGate-Marin_1500px.jpg California - Spectacular View From the Marin Headlands on the north side of the bay, there is a dramatic view of the Golden Gate Bridge framing the city of San Francisco. Listen - can you hear Tony Bennett? Image # 07622. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327509-S0CCNA2A61226PK7JR64/07623_GoldenGate-BakerBeach_1500px.jpg California - Baker Beach Just below the Presidio is a delightful view of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands. The surf along Baker Beach is often active, and I left with wet shoes to prove it. Image # 07623. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327629-PB24UTS24Y9IKBG0V3VO/07625_GoldenGate-BakerB_1500px.jpg California - Baker and the Bridge Baker Beach is the perfect foreground for the Golden Gate Bridge. Add gentle waves and sunshine, and enjoy! Image # 07625. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327647-WK0X092CLAS5HLC60XPQ/35953_CA_Lone_Cypress_1500px.jpg California - The Lone Cypress Monterey, California is a stunning place to drive - by car or with a golf club. Some trees have character, and this is surely one. The Lone Cypress is the signature guardian for the Monterey coast, along 17-Mile Drive, and deserves to be honored for its remarkable ability to grow out of a rock formation. Image # 35953. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327819-OWKDEGE69DJCDZVPITDK/36476_Redwood-new-growth_1500px.jpg California - Muir Woods Muir Woods is a wonderful preserve just north of Sausalito, California. The artist loves the quiet of the redwood floor, and especially the counterpoint between delicate vegetation and the immense strength of the redwoods. Image # 36476. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327907-EIFMJBZD6LTMMJP7POET/036491_SF-Cable-Car_1500px.jpg California - Cable Car Two icons of San Francisco are visually combined in this image # 36491. Alcatraz in the distance, and a classic cable car in the foreground. All we need to add is sourdough and seafood, paired with fine California wine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169327910-NJEPIHTJIS31QKVPKCRD/36492_CA_SF_Lombard_St_1500px.jpg California - Lombard Street Lombard Street is legendary, and you must drive down it when you are doing the tourist checklist in San Francisco. There are cable cars behind you, Coit Tower on the horizon ahead, but for now - watch the road! Image #036492. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169328051-MABBE24RY3H4031Y4672/36842_CA_GoldenGateBr_1500px.jpg California - The Golden Gate This classic bridge frames Tony Bennett's "city by the bay" as it emerges from frequent fog. Image # 36842. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169328405-4VJSVADJ50HX4WKF0S36/36994_CA_SF-Fishermans_Wharf_1500px.jpg California - Fisherman's Wharf One of the delicious stops on a tourist's first visit to San Francisco is Fishermen's Wharf. Inhale and smell the aromas. Listen and you can hear the gulls and seals greeting you. Then - give in and devour a memorable meal. Image # 36994. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169328425-HVNEEOZ1B143J9YCP1A2/37030_CA_SF-CableCar_1500px.jpg California - Turning the Cable Car At the end of each line, cable cars are manually rotated to begin their next run. Talk about the good old days! These spectators have likely come down the hill from Ghiradelli's to watch this fascinating process. Image # 37030. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169329292-H4QIECSH981L693L3QPO/38108_Mono_Lake_Grasses_1500px.jpg California - Grasses at Mono Lake Mono Lake is an amazing place. Most artist focus on the formations in the lake. I also love the sensual grasses that line its shore. Image # 38108. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169328806-AQ925QTQWB4CPTFDUTLG/39001_CA_Pt-Lobos-Weston-beach_1500px.jpg California - Weston Beach on Point Lobos Ansel Adams and Edward Weston lived and worked very close to Point Lobos, in Carmel CA. Many of Weston's sensual abstracts were created here. Image # 39001. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169329158-W9JUGTCGOYKLAFXRRUFZ/39002_CA_Pt-Lobos-flowers_1500px.jpg California - Flowers on Point Lobos The preserve at Point Lobos has been a favorite escape for me for many years. Sometimes sunny, often kissed with fog, it is a place where gentle hikes are beckoning, and the details in view are always changing. Image # 39002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169329496-4U8GGG6O7J5IS45PY6A2/39003_CA-Fern%26Redwood-1348_1500px.jpg California - Ferns and Redwoods Walking the trails in Muir Woods, north of Sausalito CA, tiny ferns flirt with the base of giant redwoods. The delicate fronds in counterpoint with immense strength are fascinating. Image # 39003. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169329899-HW5X314I9OLZR3PMUSC8/39004_CA_Rhodo_%26_Redwood_1500px.jpg California - Rhodos and Redwoods I love both rhododendron and redwoods. When I found them together in northern California, I was a very happy camper! Image # 39004. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169330142-OZHHQ405D7VJUTQX3011/39020_CA_SantaBarbara_Mission_1500px.jpg California - The Mission at Santa Barbara California was an important destination for early Spanish explorers who established missions around the state. This one in Santa Barbara is among the most impressive. Image # 39020. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169330113-97CSZ6OY46OVOU51WQM4/39021_CA_SantaBarbaraHarbor_1500px.jpg California - Santa Barbara Harbor Santa Barbara is a treasure with layers of distinction. This view from the harbor looks back on the town and the hills to the east. Not visible in this view are the elegant homes and quaint shops. You will have to visit to see them. Image # 39021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169330675-1OVRKQYHQRFYB89SNC23/39022_CA_Mono_Lake_1500px.jpg California - Mono Lake East of Yosemite, on the eastern border of California, sits the truly unique Mono Lake. Fascinating formations rise out of the salt water. Image # 39022. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169330791-MPAYEN5YA0FMVPGM6NOQ/39023_CA_Malibu_Getty_Mus_1500px.jpg California - The Getty Museum The Getty Museum in Malibu is an oasis of calm not far from the frenzy of the city. Come and linger. Image # 39023. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169333784-R6WWTCR9SSX6K81GGRSM/39024_CA_Malibu_Getty_Mus_1500px.jpg California - The Timeless Getty Classical architecture helps to create a timeless feeling as you wander through the impressive Getty Museum in Malibu. Image # 39024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453169334121-WD2YF90B8L92QYXR1KN6/39106_CA_Pebble-Beach-flowers_1500px.jpg California - Flowers on Pebble Beach Pebble Beach, near Monterey CA, is a beautiful place to walk and wander. For golfers, the legendary courses have been a mecca, and for car afficiandos the annual Concours d'Elegance is a magnet. The sea air along 17-Mile Drive is sufficient to provide a restorative walk. See for yourself. Image # 39106. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456934245054-ZT3Y6MNRZR0XBODHIQV7/07335_SF_PaintedLadies_1500px.jpg California - The Painted Ladies These Victorian gems (known as the Painted Ladies) are classic San Francisco, especially when juxtaposed in front of the commercial skyline anchored by the iconic Transamerica building. Image # 07335. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459434946523-OPGIJL9FSY2WWIWI9UQ8/08154_CA_PacificGrove-painter_1500px.jpg California - Plein Air This artist had a vibrant subject, and I should have waited to see how his painting looked when completed. Pacific Grove, near Monterey - be there when the pink flox are performing. Image # 08154. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503348087870-X7A6IQ6OQK6638JE6PQT/08279_CA_Tahoe-fromMt-Rose_3M.jpg California - Lake Tahoe From Mount Rose above the eastern shore, the northern mountains that surround the lake are visible. Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America. Image # 08279. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503348098947-5O2KV5DMUSHWVWL3ADKR/08280_CA_Tahoe-Sunset_3M.jpg California - Sunset over Tahoe Lake Tahoe is blessed with many sunsets and sunrises, each of which is accentuated by the water reflecting the changing colors. Image # 08280. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503348111524-PK72B648FX41STGYK8OM/08281_CA_Tahoe-EmeraldBay_3M.jpg California - Emerald Bay On Lake Tahoe's southwestern shore, Emerald Bay punctuates the shoreline, and is a great place to hike or sit and contemplate life. Image #08281. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503348126893-JGYOA4MZXVTGFSZ2F83C/08282_CA_Tahoe-EmeraldBay_3M.jpg California - Dawn Greets Emerald Bay As the sun rises in the eastern sky, the distinctive shapes of Emerald Bay come into recognition. Emerald Bay is thankfully protected from development by being part of a California state park. Image # 08282. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1627911454393-MT3U1ISGIMEMFMCN5X20/08471-SandHarbor_3M.jpg California - Dawn in Sand Harbor As a new day arrives at Lake Tahoe, this gentle lakescape predicts that today will be another wonderful day! Image #08471. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg California http://hillart.com/arizona-2 daily 0.75 2016-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1600702776154-OE6AA53P2KYEKML39JDE/08462_AZ_Holbrook-Wigwam_4M.jpg Arizona - The Wigwam The most unique lodging on historic Route 66 is The Wigwam, located in Holbrook, Arizona. Staying in one is part spartan and part nostalgia. These were built of concrete in 1960, when this Chevy was one year old. Image #08462. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1600704495639-1UTKWLPPQP3L670XS5I8/08274rev_AZ_JohnFordPt_3M.jpg Arizona - John Ford Point Movie director John Ford made dozens of movies in Monument Valley, many of which were starring John Wayne. Ford often stood on a prominent point to direct the action in his movies. In John Ford’s honor, this point on the left was named for him. Image # 08274. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503326269244-A5E0MCO1Y2J02HSMIRXZ/08273_AZ_MonVal-Artists-Point_3M.jpg Arizona - The View from Artist's Point Both this foreground and the iconic background project the essence of classic Monument Valley. Image # 08273. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503330064680-UYW8N5A6CLIEBK9XXWTN/08275_AZ_HorseshoeBend_3M.jpg Arizona - Horseshoe Bend Not far from Page, the Colorado River makes a dramatic turn, and this unique view has been correctly named. Image # 08275. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430782-TNAUNJUMQAAJ30PDE8LV/06766_AZ-TearDropArch7_1500px.jpg Arizona - Tear Drop Arch This remarkable landscape is located deep within Monument Valley, Arizona. Tear Drop Arch sits high above the valley floor, and is worth the rugged trip to reach it. Image # 06766. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963429652-NE16Y2PZ1CTEYA5VSTK1/06545_AZ_LowerAntelope_1500px.jpg Arizona - Lower Antelope Nature can sure create compelling abstracts! This is one in northeastern Arizona, in a slot canyon called Lower Antelope. Formed by the force of flash floods sculpting the sandstone, this view shows some of the layers of these burnt sienna-colored walls. When you are surrounded by these mystical formations, you are aware of the power of water to carve rock over time. Image # 06545. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963429771-NUFN6B45I71DD1K9HRW1/06548_AZ_SensationalSlot-5081_1500px.jpg Arizona - Sensational Slot There are remarkable underground rock formations in northeastern Arizona, in a slot canyon called Lower Antelope. Formed by the force of flash floods sculpting the sandstone, this view shows some of the layers of these burnt sienna-colored walls. When you are surrounded by these mystical formations, you are aware of the power of water to carve rock over time. Image # 06548. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430167-LGJ5B51JXP1YBHXH5SQX/06549_AZ_Light-End-Tunnel-5080_1500px.jpg Arizona - Light at the End of the Tunnel There are remarkable underground rock formations in northeastern Arizona, in a slot canyon called Lower Antelope. Formed by the force of flash floods sculpting the sandstone, this view shows some of the layers of these burnt sienna-colored walls. When you are surrounded by these mystical formations, you are aware of the power of water to carve rock over time. Image # 06549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430346-Y11Q1WHHYK0QWZL2NO40/06554_AZ_Layers-of-Time-5099_1500px.jpg Arizona - Layers of Time There are remarkable underground rock formations in the northeastern Arizona, in a slot canyon called Lower Antelope. Formed by the force of flash floods sculpting the sandstone over a million years, this view shows some of the layers of Indian Red-colored walls. This incredible natural marvel is decorated with intricate twists and turns. Image # 06554. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430327-QSKCM7IPZG82B20HE388/06566_AZ_Keyhole-5106_1500px.jpg Arizona - Keyhole in Antelope There are remarkable underground sandstone rock formations in northeastern Arizona, in a slot canyon called Lower Antelope. Formed by the force of flash floods sculpting the sandstone over a million years, this view shows the opening called "the keyhole". Artist Wayne HIll spent two days underground recording these remarkable abstracts. Image # 06566. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430395-TBIZ80G36M1FUJVTGZVN/06568_AZ_Power-of-Water5101_1500px.jpg Arizona - The Power of Water What a "wow!" setting! There are remarkable underground rock formations in northeastern Arizona, in a slot canyon called Lower Antelope. These treasures were shaped over thousands of years, formed by the force of flash floods sculpting the sandstone. The corkscrew process continues with each significant rainstorm. Image # 06568. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430425-Q08O73Z949GBZAD2FUY2/06570_AZ_SculpSandstone5185_1500px.jpg Arizona - Sculpture in Sandstone This is enchantingly beautiful "earth-art". There are remarkable underground rock formations in northeastern Arizona, in a slot canyon called Lower Antelope. Formed by the force of flash floods sculpting the sandstone over a million years, this view shows some of the layers of magnificent mahogany-colored walls. Image # 06570. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430525-IH4ENRN0DIBNY53UYBD5/06756_AZ-SandSprings-Totem4_1500px.jpg Arizona - Sand Springs and Totem Pole "When white men discovered this country, Indians were running it. No taxes. No debt. Women did most of the work. Men hunted and fished all the time! White men were dumb enough to think they could improve a system like that." - Mark Twain Deep in Monument Valley, artist Wayne Hill combined the sand, sagebrush and totem poles just before sunrise to make this photograph of the dramatic textures of this special place. Image # 06765. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503510152920-KLA51UXOT30S4R18PYWU/08286_AZ_Sedona-Cathedral-Rock-0345-3M.jpg Arizona - Cathedral Rock The most photogenic rock formation in the Sedona, Arizona region is Cathedral Rock. I composed this photograph to incorporate Oak Creek flowing past it. There are plenty of people who come here for vacation . . . and never leave. Image #08286. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430569-5Q2TQXN8XG0M0HYH5GEB/06759_AZ_CoalMineCanyon2_1500px.jpg Arizona - Coal Mine Canyon This surreal landscape is located southeast of Tuba City, Arizona. Coal Mine Canyon looks like the bottom of the ocean, which it likely was a long time ago. These striated rock formations are called "hoodoos". Image # 06759. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430639-QBYD1EMH7RG7RD49IPXE/06763_AZ_MysteryValley_1500px.jpg Arizona - Mystery Valley A lot of time went into the landscaping of this area...say about 30 million years. This remarkable landscape is located deep within Monument Valley, Arizona. Much of the region in the Navajo Nation looks like this, influenced by water over a very long time. Image # 06763. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430693-1K6QEWHMMO846GSMJ71B/06764-AZ_MonVal-N-Window_1500px.jpg Arizona - North Window to the Monuments "When white men discovered this country, Indians were running it. No taxes. No debt. Women were doing most of the work. Men hunted and fished all the time! White men were dumb enough to think they could improve on a system like that." - Mark Twain Imagine that you are a movie producer, scouting locations for the classic western setting. You and John Wayne would likely end up here. This remarkable landscape is located deep within Monument Valley, Arizona. This is every bit of America the Beautiful. Image # 06764. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430782-CJAAQR7H3PK27X1AF5UC/06769_AZ_Ear-of-Wind6_1500px.jpg Arizona - Ear of the Wind Sheepherder Effie Yazi coaxes her sheep down the hill beneath the Ear of the Wind, in Monument Valley, Arizona. The "ear" is the name given by the Navajo to this unusual sandstone formation. Who needs technology? Image # 06769. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430867-OPOGLM8AGRPP3LPI8S0W/06782_AZ_Morning-atMittens1_1500px.jpg Arizona - Morning at the Mittens This remarkable landscape is located deep within Monument Valley, Arizona. Wait a few more minutes and you may see John Wayne riding up the road. Image # 06782. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963430943-PDL12HIIRW8RH6J3EAT7/07926_AZ_HackberryGenStore3578_1500px.jpg Arizona - The Hackberry General Store One of the most fascinating stops on The Mother Road is this whimsical Arizona store that totally honors the heritage of Route 66. Do you like my car? Image # 07926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963431081-IKE08NH42AAO4HHAXI1U/07927_AZ_LongLiveRt66-Hackberry3579_1500px.jpg Arizona - Long Live Route 66! This classic Corvette came along during the hey-day of Route 66. Actually, today looks like a great day to take a drive! Image # 07927. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963431103-YZB36OVNDJ2URDOORFAZ/07929_AZ_Standin-Corner-3733_1500px.jpg Arizona - Standin' on the Corner In 1972, the Eagles came out with their first hit single "Take It Easy" which suggests that "standin' on the corner in Winslow, Arizona, such a fine sight to see." That single song put the town on the national map of consciousness. Image # 07929. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963431226-1R4FHS517E1C45HW7Q5U/07998_AZ_Reserved4Corvettes-3580_1500px.jpg Arizona - Reserved for 'Vettes There are hundreds of memorabilia inside the Hackberry Store, just waiting for you... Please don't touch my car. Image # 07998. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963431337-5A00J21KYST1GCRW4EVJ/39043_AZ_El-Tovar-atGC_1500px.jpg Arizona - The El Tovar The classic stone hotel on the south rim of the Grand Canyon is the El Tovar. It opened its doors in 1905 and is the only hotel inside Grand Canyon National Park. The stories held within the walls will stay there. Image # 39043. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963431403-SK124VSS6MN9WFK2UUZO/05725_AZ_ConcreteTeepees_1500px.jpg Arizona - Concrete Teepees For more than 60 years, the Wigwam Motel has offered lodging to travelers along historic Route 66 in Holbrook, AZ. The units each have two beds, a bathroom and a tiny TV. They feel larger inside than they appear from the street. # 05725. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451963431429-ITRUZ8E65R8Y2M2YUPDY/06535_AZ_Sedona-CathedralRk_1500px.jpg Arizona - Sedona Country The cinnamon rock formations surrounding Sedona, Arizona made it a popular movie set for many westerns, and was one of John Wayne's favorite locations. Cathedral Rock is near the center of this composition. Many trails are waiting for you in this region - try several - then you may realize it's not the hike that takes your breath away. Image # 06535. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503326287196-HPXUCJ8MKPMT7NUARPJC/08272_AZ_MonVal-Cupcakes%2BMittens_3M.jpg Arizona - The Cupcakes and the Mittens The distant formations are well known as The Mittens. I could not find any Navajo guide to tell me the name of the foreground objects, so I named them The Cupcakes. Deal with it. Image # 08272. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1620131098481-UF5VPRTYJK9S2CNDRQO3/08467-AZ-moonrise-5994_420px.jpg Arizona - Moonrise over Boynton Canyon The spectacular red rocks form the view from the Enchantment Resort. The moon rising added a memorable bonus. Image #08467. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1620131111761-930UUBES56MNGWVVJMA7/08468-AZ-Ench-red-rocks-9955_567px.jpg Arizona - Red Rocks in Boynton Canyon Geology is on display in these magnificent rocks, facing onto the grounds of Enchantment Resort. Image #08468. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1620131123597-9M86NOLL3W7S7GJQCFWW/08469-AZ-Sedona-Mariposa-lot-1443_518px.jpg Arizona - Sedona from Mariposa These memorable rock formations are the backdrop for the village of Sedona, as viewed from the parking lot at Mariposa. Image #08469. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687879402426-JY2QO2CP6MKIFDP2TILS/AZ-2-MV-Eye-ofthe-Sun-1551_3M.jpg Arizona - The Eye of the Sun In Monument Valley, this unique hole can look very different, depending on the angle of the sun. Image #08565. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687879420119-IXOI9S1X48228JOO54GL/AZ-2-MV-stagecoach-atGouldings-1570_3M.jpg Arizona - Gouldings Stagecoach This beautiful stagecoach sits prominently on the hill where Gouldings is in Monument Valley, and looks like it is ready to ride! Image #08566. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687879438914-56FZWKLZ8GBGPDMFRVN5/AZ-2-MV-sunrise-TotemPole-%26YeiBiChei-1514_3M.jpg Arizona - Sunrise in the Valley In Monument Valley, the sun will soon greet the Totem Pole and the Yei Bi Chai formation. Image # 08567. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687879452178-TVG2YGMUBIZSZ1PULINS/AZ-2-MV-Totem-Pole-1529_3M.jpg Arizona - The Totem Pole In Monument Valley, shifting sands lead your eye to appreciate the Totem Pole, bathed by early morning light. Image #08568. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687879463693-7BGKWVTMX5ZKIGXK2XLH/AZ-2-MV-Totem-Pole-andSandDunes-1527_3M.jpg Arizona - Yei Bi Chei and the Total Pole The ripples in the sand lead your eye to these classic formations in Monument Valley, bathed by early morning light. Image #08569. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687879472868-TT08Z2KL20ULNPYFQXZN/AZ-3-CC-Antelope-House-5007_4M.jpg Arizona - Antelope House Among the notable formations in Canyon de Chelly, this Antelope House sits at the base of a steep cliff wall. Image #08570. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687879483035-M4RYEVIKD3GKFTPECE0Q/AZ-3-CC-elephant-4958_6M.jpg Arizona - The Elephant In Canyon de Chelly, this formation is known as the Elephant. Image #08571. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687879489485-5ATL3FQ7SO3NE03XFKCS/AZ-3-CC-from-above-4900_3M.jpg Arizona - The Canyon from Above Canyon de Chelly is deceptive. It begins with a gently vally, and winds progressively into areas with steep cliffs. Image #08572. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687879499089-ID00N8PE46CY0WXKU3W5/AZ-3-CC-White+House%26pictographs-1649_10M.jpg Arizona - White House Ruin The best-known feature in Canyon de Chelly is the White House Ruin. It is multi-level and sits beneath a high cliff wall. Image #08573. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687888667947-8I2TNS8WFVAN5DCHCJTM/AZ-3-CC-White-House-1648_3M.jpg Arizona - White House Ruin Canyon de Chelly’s best-known feature is the White House Ruin, a multi-level complex situated under a high cliff wall. Image #08574. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Arizona http://hillart.com/monuments-memorials daily 0.75 2016-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1563543574506-VI9T1I4MDHWXLL3WD10L/08406_DC-Apollo11-9810_3M.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Go for the Moon! This is a fitting way to honor the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing-and-return. The life-size, 363-foot image of a Saturn rocket is projected onto the 555-foot Washington Monument. What a brilliant way to commemorate this remarkable event! Image #08405, by Weetie and Wayne Hill. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045987019-VERBDBU2N5CHXCG2GZOO/05753_VA_SkylineDC_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Skyline of Monuments In this image by artist Wayne Hill, you can appreciate the alignment of the Capitol, Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial. Enjoy this view as the calm of evening visits our Nation's Capital. Image # 05753. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045988666-52RMDI5SEVUGTRQMBNFN/36271_DC_AboveJeffMem_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Above the Jefferson Artist Wayne Hill realized that few people get to see the Jefferson Memorial from above. It is a rare visual treat! Image # 36271. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045987034-F5TIW6UASA1RPZ47KCRJ/06205_DC_WWar-II-Mem_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - The World War II Memorial One of the newest memorials in Washington, DC is the World War II Memorial, beautifully situated between the Reflecting Pool and the Washington Monument. Honoring the Atlantic and Pacific theaters of that war, as well as each of the fifty states, it is a powerful tribute to the profound struggle that engaged the United States on two fronts for five years. Image # 06205. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045986812-X1HASG696745E22NHRAM/05748_VA-EveningTopTown_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Evening from Top of the Town The skyline of our Nation's Capital is spectacular from this vantage point high above the Iwo Jima memorial in Virginia. Artist Wayne Hill returned to this spot numerous times to record just the right light to match the importance of this powerful perspective. Image # 05748. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045987193-V472A1XO9I6P1I9MZJWW/07179_DC_VietnamMem_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Honor and Remember it is easy to get caught up in the activities and preparations around Christmas. The wreaths placed on each panel at the Vietnam Memorial are silent reminders of the service and sacrifice many thousands of service men and women made on our behalf. This image was made at dawn on Christmas Eve. Image # 07179. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045987227-O97JGG2JVU1NLY9OZVEB/07180_DC_VietnamMem_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Dawn at the Vietnam Memorial A visit to the Vietnam Memorial has impact at any time. Try coming at dawn on Christmas Eve, to be joined only by the arriving sunrise and dozens of wreaths placed in honor of the fallen. This setting is particularly powerful without any other people here. Image # 07180. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045987378-2R3JKA2P7MI3Q1W76RKQ/07969_VA_ArlCem-9271_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Arlington National Cemetery The Cemetery stretches over more than 600 acres of rolling tribute to our fallen military heroes. Image # 07969. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045987382-70J81819QO88RKZ8GXBG/07970_VA_ArlCem-9255_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Pause and Reflect The calm that surrounds these fields of the fallen stands in marked contrast to the violence that most of those encountered to defend our precious freedom. Image # 07970. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045987523-EWVIBFIYTSYW2V5AFOUO/07971_VA_ArlCem-9263_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Freedom is Not Free These miniature American flags are carefully placed in front of every one of the many thousands of tombstones, to remind us of the true meaning of Memorial Day. Image # 07971. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045987536-GYF1SANAIPHR46TNE1H6/07972_VA_ArlCem-9281_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Memorial Day at Arlington Any visit to Arlington National Cemetery invites dignity and respect. In May of 2014, the cemetery celebrated 150 years of honoring fallen military soldiers, sailors and later airmen. Image # 07972. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045988265-FT3KTMDHH4EUSYH9L42P/35323_DC_JeffColumns_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - 26 Columns The Jefferson Memorial is surrounded by 26 Ionic columns symbolizing the 26 states in the Union at the end of Jefferson's term as President. Artist Wayne Hill portrays the character and strength of this leader as symbolized by this classical monument. Image # 35323. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045987766-4WHF1QPI4IC0NEAJL52U/35324_DC_JeffColumn_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Jefferson Column Jefferson as president projected both strength and classic elegance in his style as leader. These qualities also apply to each of the Ionic columns surrounding the Jefferson Memorial. Image # 35324. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045988489-VVXWN4MLXM95G747U8G0/036716_VA_Merchant-MarineMem_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Merchant Marine Memorial This elegant sculpture anchors Lady Bird Johnson park on the bank of the Potomac River, honoring the often-overlooked members of the Merchant Marines. Image # 36716. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045988844-OZKD97XYSQCZBANQCSZN/36966_DC_ChBlossomDawn_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Cherry Blossom Dawn This is one of the most-loved (and most-photographed) places in the Nation's Capital, captured in peak bloom by artist Wayne Hill. The main reason this image is so good is that six feet away, Willard Scott was supervising Wayne, before his Today Show weather feature that morning. Image # 36966. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045988987-EAB7YSQFJE6QJ6KSWMKG/37050_DC_JeffersonStatue_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Mr. Jefferson This image projects the power and classic orientation of our third president, the author of the Declaration of Independence. Artist Wayne Hill made this photograph at 2:30 am to avoid other visitors. Image # 37050. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045989364-DBKSWSZA13JQ6X4O1U1Z/37066_DC_TheLincolnStatue_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Abraham Lincoln There are few statues that project more dignity and power than this one. Image # 37066. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045989329-I0554J6LNACY2AJ3GIWE/37217_DC_JeffMem-Sunrise_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Jefferson Sunrise Few places in Washington offer more beauty, more tranquility, or a more timeless perspective than the Tidal Basin at dawn. Even though the cherry blossoms were the main reason for artist Wayne Hill to visit this morning, he loved the serenity and importance of this place as the sun prepared to rise behind the Jefferson Memorial. Image # 37217. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045989920-JC07DRDRLTO52TIL74BI/38121_DC_Vietnam-Mem_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Remember Vietnam Vietnam. It is a powerful name relating to a place, and to poignant memories for many who served in this war. Artist Wayne Hill created this image to honor those who served (as he did during this time). Image # 38121. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045989906-1ILMZG6JGZ50MQAHYMXU/01025_DC_JeffMem_Aerial_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Above the Cherry Blossoms The Jefferson Memorial anchors the Tidal Basin, and both are beautiful from above. The artist created this image from a helicopter well after the cherry blossoms and crowds had departed. Image # 01025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045992319-L89PTX82G2RNT9U218HE/01032_DC_AboveLincolnMem_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Above the Lincoln The perfect alignment of the Lincoln Memorial, Reflecting Pool, Washington Monument, Mall and the Capitol are evident from this image the artist made from a helicopter. Image # 01032. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045992249-NECUYJ2ABH6DYMEDZG98/01074_VA_Pentagon_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Freedom is Not Free Artist Wayne Hill made this striking photograph from a helicopter five years before 9/11/01, not knowing how powerful it would be today. It is fitting to locate one of the world's most powerful buildings in view of the beautiful skyline of our nation's capitol. When the Pentagon was built, it was the largest building in the world, and remains a symbol of the gift of freedom provided by our magnificent men and women serving in the Armed Forces. Image # 01074. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045993178-P89Q8XIOTYIWYZPBCWMZ/01157_DC_LincolnStatue_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Mr. Lincoln This statue of Abraham Lincoln is one of the most impressive of any in Washington, DC. His presence is felt by every visitor after climbing the steps. Each of us is torn between standing in awe at this statue, or turning the opposite direction to the powerful view across the Reflecting Pool to the Washington Monument and on to the Capitol. Image # 01157. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045992771-94264B1KLKVTV4B4RE7C/01189_VA_IwoJimaSunrise_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Sunrise at Iwo Jima Perhaps the most impressive military memorial in the Capital Region is this sculpture depicting the heroic raising of our flag during a battle on Iwo Jima more than 75 years ago. Artist Wayne Hill loves the quiet of dawn, just before sunrise, when the power of this sculptural statement is enormous. Image # 01189. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045993056-PWA6R625FV3CQAK9FSIM/01189R_IwoJimaSunrise-red_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Marine Memorial If you want a jump-start of American patriotism, there may be no better place to be than Iwo Jima before sunrise. Image # 1189-R. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045993644-YYY3HUW8G4J3LOI9IME3/02182_DC_BlossomsBasin_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Blossoms at the Basin This is one of the most-loved (and most-photographed) places in the Nation's Capital, captured in peak bloom by artist Wayne Hill. The main reason this image is so good is that six feet away, Willard Scott was supervising Wayne, before his Today Show weather feature that morning. Image #002182. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045993779-C3VB6RCQ8MRUD9DKSLV7/02347_DC_FDR-FiresideChat_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Fireside Chat President Franklin Roosevelt mastered the medium of radio, in his weekly fireside chats with millions of Americans who relied on him and his New Deal government to restore financial stability and progress during the Great Depression. This stirring sculpture is one small part of the impressive FDR Memorial in Washington, D.C. Image # 02347. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045994263-EO20PBLAO3PDPO610L1M/03697_VA_Arl_Amphitheater_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Arlington Amphitheater Few places in metro Washington, DC are as impressive as the Amphitheater in Arlington National Cemetery during the Easter sunrise service. You will sense a dignified patriotism that supports the phrase, "In God We Trust". Image # 03697. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1452045993975-X3NVTMAKLARVRMYKPL2G/05415_DC_DawnsEarlyLight_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Dawn's Early Light This is an elegant perspective to view the Washington Monument and Capitol. It took nine visits before sunrise before artist Wayne Hill was able to record the quiet power of this special place. Image # 05415. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458330358964-8ZK9SESNN43SD4D5B3S3/06226_DC_KoreanWar-Mem_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - Korean War Veterans Memorial This complex memorial is filled with strong symbolism and is very thought-provoking. There are 19 stainless steel statues advancing across a field. Behind it is a complex mural wall of many personnel who supported the foot soldiers. Image # 06226. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458920181958-RQAO4YUGZAJJ2WWSOMQO/36350_DC_NGA-Geometry_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials - NGA Geometry Here is an almost-abstract view of the tip of the Washington Monument trapped between the two buildings of the National Gallery of Art. Image # 36350. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Monuments & Memorials http://hillart.com/maine daily 0.75 2017-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1461510347542-PGEEPFTMTLEAMMLIKVTD/01679_ME_Maine-Chairs_1500px.jpg Maine - Maine, the Way Life Should Be Ayuh, the stories these Adirondacks could tell: with the chorus of the gulls and the books that have finally been finished. This is a place where the urge to tear up your return ticket is strong. I have returned to this point numerous times, and each visit declares it "wicked good!" Decompress from your city pace, treasure the hours watching the waves flirt with the shore and yes, promise to return. Image # 01679. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633555253963-5OOFU295XXPVBY3BIHAO/08481-Monhegan-sunset-7040_3M.jpg Maine - Sunset on Monhegan Island Sit on the porch of the Island Inn, and watch the gentle sunset develop. Then say to yourself, “life is very good!” Image #08481. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1568726342544-A2P4T7Q5YOQFZJDUGCZL/08425_Maine-EagleLakescape_3M.jpg Maine - Dawn at Eagle Lake Listen to the quiet. Watch the gentle breeze patterns on the surface of the lake. Imagine what will soon happen to the leaf colors. Linger. Image #08425. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335433280-G8OE336PRLY26M8ZMVDM/01673_ME_ArtistsCoveredBridge_1500px.jpg Maine - Artists Covered Bridge Early one morning, I found this beautiful blend of fall foliage, a nostalgic covered bridge and a meandering stream in eastern Maine. Few covered bridges in New England have attracted more artists, hence its name. Image # 01673. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335433697-4G3OL88ZD7ZTABHCM9YY/01707_ME_Portland-Head_Lt_1500px.jpg Maine - The Portland Head Light This lighthouse has been a visual symbol of the Maine coast for many years, located on the rocky Maine coast just south of Portland. I made this photograph as soon as the locked gates opened for the day. Image # 01707. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335434383-GIVM518PD33J2B0BFOHA/01764_ME_On-Shining-Sea_1500px.jpg Maine - On Shining Sea I spotted this sailboat as it passed near Isle au Haut, Maine, and followed it until it moved into a composition that worked. The sun did the rest! I have this large-format panoramic photograph, but wish that I had the sail as well! Image # 01764. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335434304-2S3UMJ2QA2JMD71BQHNU/01792_ME_Bernard-CoffeeTime_1500px.jpg Maine - Coffee Time This image symbolizes the hard-work Yankee ethic of a Maine lobsterman. Well before sunrise, he is aboard his boat, and will head out to harvest his traps, before the sun burns off the frost on the dock that made reaching his boats very treacherous. Image # 01792. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335434582-T64XQ54LVV4CW278U781/01799_ME_Otter-Cliffs_1500px.jpg Maine - Sunrise at Otter Cliffs The rocks and profile of Otter Cliffs have become an icon for Acadia National Park and for Maine in general. Located along the "loop road" within Acadia, it is heavily courted by artists and tourists. When the sun rises, it lights up the landscape and enlightens the way we view the world. Be here at dawn and it is all yours. Image # 01799. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335434757-ZFJDITU2MKB9EMEMCBKM/01809_ME_Jordan-Pond_1500px.jpg Maine - Jordan Pond & The Bubbles Near the center of Mount Desert Island, Maine, lies this delightful pond in Acadia National Park. At one end are the twin sensual peaks called The Bubbles, while at the other sits the Jordan Pond House, known for its memorable popovers. John Rockefeller built carriage trails around this pond, which today are great for hiking and biking. Did I mention those hot popovers fifty yards away? Image # 01809. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335434917-N9VDC4U3VXY6PBK7FXIP/01819_ME_Somesville-Pond_1500px.jpg Maine - The Somesville Footbridge As you pass gently through the charming village of Somesville, near the center of Mount Desert Island, Maine, you will see one of the most elegant bridges in the world. It's not very big, but it sure is photogenic. Linger and enjoy. Image # 01819. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335435336-37BX1MU4SAM98MYOX583/02422_ME_CanoePt-Chairs_1500px.jpg Maine - The Inn at Canoe Point Just west of Bar Harbor, these Adirondacks are positioned to invite you to supervise nautical traffic heading into Frenchman's Bay. This shoreline is part of the lovely grounds of the Inn at Canoe Point. Linger and unwind. Image # 02422. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335435713-FVDJI2NDCS1VMJTNL5G0/02428_ME_Newagen-Chairs_1500px.jpg Maine - The Newagen Pool The Newagen Inn has a swimming pool, which becomes more inviting as the temperature rises. These Adirondacks are always luring the visitor who has an unfinished book to enjoy. Image # 02428. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335436039-ECSFC5VQBD8F056DA777/02430_ME_Southport-Chairs_1500px.jpg Maine - Southport Chairs The quiet coves of Southport are memorable at high tide. Three couples can supervise the goings-on from these chairs on the lawn of the Newagen Inn. Image # 02430. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335436712-T5EUQMFQIED0HB9MHZJ6/02470_ME_Victory-Chimes_1500px.jpg Maine - The Victory Chimes This is the largest of the Maine windjammers, beginning a beautiful new day in Bucks Harbor, Maine. I rowed ashore well before dawn to make this photograph of her. She was built over 100 years ago to haul lumber in the Chesapeake Bay. The Victory Chimes is awaiting the sea breezes of a new day, taking lucky passengers away from e-mail, traffic and alarm clocks. Add a relaxing blend of nostalgia, salty air and lobsters - you might just need this! Image # 02470. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335436197-00S9Q5MD8W93WRGDAPYV/02538_ME_MarshallPoint-Light_1500px.jpg Maine - Dawn at Marshall Point This Maine lighthouse sits just north of the entrance to Port Clyde, and is visible as you take the ferry out to Monhegan. It has one of the most unique approach ramps of any light in Maine. Image # 02538. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335438024-G2ZWYVXJGWJ4GY6GITVQ/02549_ME_Chairs-Claremont_1500px.jpg Maine - The Claremont Adirondacks Sit a while in these Adirondacks on the front lawn of the Claremont Hotel in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Looking out across the harbor to the mouth of Somes Sound, they offer a tranquil vantage point to supervise the Hinckley sailboats exercising nearby. Somebody's got to do it - shall I save you a seat? Image # 02549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335438541-FQVJD5KCZXJV1UAQYQOI/02552_ME_Rocker-Claremont_1500px.jpg Maine - Rocker at the Claremont Relax in this wicker rocker on the front porch of the Claremont Hotel in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Looking out across the harbor to the mouth of Somes Sound, guests have been enjoying this view on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island for a hundred years. Office? What office? Image # 02552. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335438159-MGOOYE5U422BSSK3W9RV/02560_ME_Bass-Harbor-Marina_1500.jpg Maine - Bass Harbor Marina Today looks like a great day to be on a boat, either power or sail. The crisp morning light at Bass Harbor is inviting you... Image # 02560. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335438280-S4PQCQVHSVR4N38RGWWU/02859_ME_Marilyn-LouiseBW_1500px.jpg Maine - The Marilyn Louise I worked two summers aboard this classic lobstah boat, seen here in dense fog at anchor in Seal Cove, Maine. Ask me for the story behind this image. Ayuh. Image # 02859. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335439950-VKP14LADE8SKQ5A8H733/04588_ME_PemaquidPtLight_1500px.jpg Maine - Pemaquid Point Light The light at Pemaquid, Maine is unique, in part because it is surrounded by exquisite striated rock that seems to point up to the light from the shore. This place is also unique because of the exquisite blueberry pancakes made at the restaurant just behind the light. That has nothing to do with the art, but a lot to do with the artist... Image # 04588. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335439792-1XSR7BG8HYIJPFMH757N/04603_ME_Marshall_Pt_Light_1500px.jpg Maine - On Marshall Point What a memorable view the lightkeeper has from his front porch, looking out at the Marshall Point Light at sunrise, just north of Port Clyde, Maine. Somebody has to do it. #04603. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335440510-CYML89I1J261W1XKABSG/04607_ME_PortClyde-MarshallPtLt_1500px.jpg Maine - Port Clyde Buoys Each lobsterman has his unique color combination of lobster buoys, which float on the surface to identify the traps lying on the bottom. Port Clyde is known as a connector for the ferry to Monhegan Island offshore, but is also home to working lobstermen. Image # 04607. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335440387-CCAYF2TC4DFSKIY1020H/08030_ME_Portland-Head_Lt-_1500px.jpg Maine - Dawn Visits the Portland Head I had enjoyed the Portland Head Light many times from the land, and this was my first chance to see it from the water. Image # 08030. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335440796-XEN630KJ900BJPI7EC0H/08031_ME_Portland-lobster-boat_1500px.jpg Maine - Heading Out to Work This South Portland lobsterman is moving out to work his traps with first light, as he likely has a second job later in the day. Image # 08031. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335440968-R465VKZ1FQRODETUJ77O/08032_ME_Portland-sunrise_1500px.jpg Maine - Portland Sunrise Even before the sun's first rays awaken Portland, lobster boats are heading out to work. Image # 08032. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335441079-IKP73XWNEU0I55CC05LN/08033_ME_Portland-HeadLight_1500px.jpg Maine - Sunset Over the Portland Head Light A gentle calm settles over the coast at the end of the day. The Light must always be on duty, and is a visual anchor to this image # 08033. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335441897-GP6H89IDC6WHQCFLSQM8/35025_ME_Bernard-Buoys_1500px.jpg Maine - Lobsters Ahead! This working lobstermen's dock in Bernard is ready for another day. The oval shaped wooden traps are gradually being replaced by rectangular synthetic traps. Each lobsterman has a unique paint color for his buoys. Can you taste them already? Image # 35025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335441601-J8PSZMEKFBV8B728RND1/35247_ME_Stonington-lowtide_1500px.jpg Maine - Low Tide in Stonington The tides in Down East are very significant, affecting not only the location of docks and anchors, but the appearance of the shoreline that can change by more than 100 linear feet every six hours. Image # 35247. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335442144-8C93IYBUOIC0GY86CJLN/35262_ME_Stonington-Low-Tide_1500px.jpg Maine - Dawn in Stonington Early one morning, I was roaming the shores around Stonington, Maine. I was attracted to this view of a dory begging for fresh paint and the aging buoys waiting for reuse. Image # 35262. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335442698-R2SEY1H0AQBJ5BK2T0G9/36442_ME_Bernard-WesternMtn_1500px.jpg Maine - The Bass Harbor Marsh Do you seek an unforgettable place? This delightful view of Western Mountain is located on Mount Desert Island, Maine, between Southwest Harbor and Seal Cove. I spent my childhood summers on this island, and passed this scene on my way to Carroll's Drug Store soda fountain for a weekly chocolate ice cream soda. Ayuh! Image # 36442. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335442852-MUSC6ACNYHXIEA8USLEN/36668_ME_Blue-Hill-Woodpile_1500px.jpg Maine - Blue Hill Woodpile In Blue Hill, not far from Deer Isle, woodpiles are gradually replenished in the summer and fall, to be relied upon in the winter. Image # 36668. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335445569-0BIZ5JE3TDDW1LCHUZIU/36990_ME_Acadia-OtterCliffs_1500px.jpg Maine - Fall at Otter Cliffs Many of the trees in Acadia are pines, much more important than lowly sumac - until October when the sumac colors turn red and orange. Take an early morning hike along the Otter Cliffs trail and imprint this view. It will soon pass. Image # 36990. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335443553-SH4MLQ7UL8VC112TQJYO/37053_ME_Deer-Isle-dock_1500px.jpg Maine - Deer Isle Lobstah Dock Deer Isle is a major source of those delectable lobsters exported to the rest of the United States. The oval shaped wooden traps are gradually being replaced by rectangular synthetic traps. Each lobsterman has a unique paint color for his buoys. Now, where is my melted butter and utensils? Image # 37053. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335444242-FAXXX1VQZYC5T0MHTQCG/37055_ME_Dunham%27s-Haven_1500px.jpg Maine - Dunham's Haven Each time I visit Deer Isle, Maine, I have to say hi to this forgotten cottage, and thank Dunham for building in such a spectacular location. Image # 37055. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335444980-SN357TPOEZWFUDTIG9F2/37057_ME_BassHarborLight_1500px.jpg Maine - Morning at Bass Harbor Photographs of light houses often look great in sunshine - yet they were created to guide ships in weather conditions of poor or no visibility. This icon looks great in any light. Image # 37057. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335445628-XT3R0L2LTNF48W9YLQ6O/39047_ME_BernardDock_1500px.jpg Maine - The Lobster Boat Early in the season, lobster boats are proudly displaying a fresh coat of paint. Little in this scene helps you understand how consistently physical and difficult the life of a lobsterman really is. Image # 39047. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335446512-A2F9AU4BQCBUFR3DWKIK/39071_ME_BassHarborLight_1500px.jpg Maine - The Light at Bass Harbor At low tide, it is possible to walk to the east side of this iconic light - just be very careful on the slippery rocks, and do not stay too long as the tide will be coming in. Image # 39071. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335447517-S0CT5Y6P220UUPHZBU2Z/39072_ME_Acadia-SieurdeMont_1500px.jpg Maine - Fall Visits Sieur de Monts Spring The foliage near Acadia's Sieur de Monts Spring is wonderful in early October. The ferns and ground cover are outperforming the birch trees. You can even smell the aroma of fall colors. Image # 39072. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335447703-YHOON2FGF5MRTDBXAZFB/39073_ME_Acadia-profile_1500px.jpg Maine - Profile of Acadia You have to leave Mount Desert Island in order to see the profile of Acadia National Park. This view from across Frenchman's Bay is impressive, calling you to soon return. Image # 39073. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335448120-02DUX3JOXMCSB97FRN7Z/39074_ME_SealHarborPond_1500px.jpg Maine - Tranquility The pond at Seal Harbor is on the edge of Acadia, and usually is calm. The Rockefeller estate used to be situated up the gentle hill to the right - wish you had your canoe handy? Image # 39074. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335448212-WRI8C720ZQHNJU8H8DA9/39075_ME_DeerIsle-shore_1500px.jpg Maine - Deer Isle Shore Enjoy the simplicity of this image: mussel shells on the shore, one lobster boat at anchor, and a windjammer sailing out in the channel. Even though there is no lobster in sight, this is Down East at its basic best! Image # 39075. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335448515-Q0V53N1JDUUSZD0B1I03/39076_ME_Stonington-shack_1500px.jpg Maine - Stonington Shack Lobstering is a hard life - for the lobstermen and for their traps, buoys and boats. Oh, the stories these could tell about the weather they have lived through, the beautiful days on and under the water, and their hope now for a dignified retirement. Image # 39076. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335448912-5X78M0PQYSDFQKOY9V51/39077_ME_FlowerBoats-Moorings_1500px.jpg Maine - Flower Boats You know about flower pots and window boxes, and now you know what flower boats are. These gems were showing off in Southwest Harbor, near the Moorings restaurant. Image # 39077. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335449242-TTUGMCRU0ZIAF8SH6XUH/39078_ME_Lobstering-DavidSmith1968_1500px.jpg Maine - Young Lobsterman Many lobstermen learn the art while working on their father's boats. Young David Smith started on his own in a modest boat, and was persistent in his learning to eventually own an impressive seafood business, "exporting" lobsters and other morsels from Mount Desert Island to the mainland and restaurants in distant cities. Image # 39078. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335449531-UN2RE9717I66ZWP2YK4N/39079_ME_Bernard-lobstering_1500px.jpg Maine - Ready to Go Every lobsterman has his own color combination for his buoys, so the honor system will prevail when many others are trying to harvest in the same waters. The trap on the right has just been retired, showing the wear and tear taken in the line of duty. Now, nearly all traps are made of steel core, coated with polymer so they last longer. There is also a compartment for ballast blocks on the bottom of each trap, to keep them in the water. Image # 39079. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335450369-NUTW10KQMDH7VYG47H2R/39080_ME_Monhegan-dockhouse_1500px.jpg Maine - Welcome to Monhegan! Monhegan is a small, rocky island ten miles east of Port Clyde and scarcely a square mile in area. It is accessible only by boat and there are no cars or paved roads on the island. Since long before the explorer John Smith visited it in 1614, it was known to native Americans as a prime fishing area, and today its economy is still ruled by those who make their living from the sea, fishing and lobstering. The year-round population has seldom exceeded 65 hardy people. More recently, it was h one to artist Jamie Wyeth. This humble sign greets visitors as they arrive at the dock from the mainland. Image # 39080. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335450054-S3IK812ZH7W3KD8AICEH/39081_ME_Dunhams-Lobstering_1500px.jpg Maine - Dunham's Place This scene is classic Down East Maine! Dunham's Haven sits next to an entry into open water off Deer Isle. Just waiting for an artist to come along... Image # 39081. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335450776-AQXQLADRO2S6ZSH6JU8E/39082_ME_Rockefeller-Gate_1500px.jpg Maine - The Rockefeller Gate Most of the land that we enjoy as Acadia National Park was donated by John D. Rockefeller, Jr. - along with 45 miles of "carriage roads" so he could enjoy touring the interior of Mount Desert Island without competing with automobiles. Here is one of the two gate lodges he built at entry points to the roads; this one is near the Jordan Pond House in Northeast Harbor. Image # 39082. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454335451172-GC22CSMVZG1IV5F7404I/39083_ME_NEHbr-FancyFree_1500px.jpg Maine - Fancy Free Many docks in upscale harbors have fascinating dinghies that enable their owners to reach their yachts. This one is in tony Northeast Harbor. Image # 39083. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454344149297-FMBK928SR3VMF4C4Q0VV/image-asset.jpeg Maine - The Nubble Light This lighthouse is one of the most accessible on the Atlantic coast, sitting close to Route 1 in York, Maine. It is particularly fun to see around the Christmas holidays, when it is well decorated with lights. Image # 01693. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454344198493-WPX4259MPBALHY610GIU/image-asset.jpeg Maine - The Bass Harbor Light This little lighthouse is among the most photogenic in Maine. With the rugged coast often shrouded in fog, it offers historic navigational aid to passing sailboats. Located outside Bass Harbor and within Acadia National Park, it is heavily courted by artists and tourists, as well as nostalgic windjammers cruising offshore. Image # 01905. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454344223232-DDG716KJILX0G3F4LOO8/image-asset.jpeg Maine - Dawn on Mount Cadillac The summit of Mount Cadillac is the first place in the United States to view a new sunrise. It is well worth the early awakening and the drive to the summit to experience this moment. The artist has done it dozens of times, and this morning I recorded this view looking toward the sleeping town of Bar Harbor and the Porcupine Islands lying just off shore. Enough tripod time - it must be time to head to Testa's for a lobster omelette or a stack of blueberry pancakes! Image # 01857. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454344247857-C1W8GZLQ5E84J7RK8NQ5/image-asset.jpeg Maine - Tourist Traps This used to be just a funny sign. Yet these old, retired wooden traps are being bought up for souvenir furniture. Reminds me of the story: a tourist asked a lobsterman: "can I take this road back to the city?" He replied "might as well - you've taken everything else." Image # 01767. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454344270014-O51YPBCZUDZ9HSSF3ZW5/image-asset.jpeg Maine - Sea Smoke over Southwest Harbor Many people have not heard of Southwest Harbor, Maine. Far more know the name Hinckley, one of the premier builders of sailboats in the world. They moor their completed boats awaiting sea trials and delivery in Southwest Harbor. I sailed on them when I worked one summer as a deck hand, cannot afford one, but I can sure dream about them before the sun burns off the morning fog... Just another classic crisp morning in Maine. Image # 01752. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503934171721-NTI0FLGXQKGPIWZNJRZG/01895_ME_Bernard-Baithouse_3M.jpg Maine - Bass Harbor Bait House In the working Bass Harbor, not far from the famed Bass Harbor Light, lobstering rules. A vital part of it is supplying bait for the bait balls that lobstermen place inside their traps. I cannot recall a more difficult photograph for me to make with my tedious 4x45 view camera than this one, only because the aroma - no, the SMELL - of the bait containers was so intense. I almost decided to come back when I had a head cold and could not smell, but pressed on and made this photograph. Enough whining from the artist - enjoy! Image # 01895. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503934561640-8P8JINZMENTKXF329BQH/01896_ME_Low-Tide-Seal-Harbor_3M.jpg Maine - Low Tide near Seal Harbor The significant tides in Maine create great variety in the shorelines. Here, a schooner passes by the trickle coming from Seal Harbor pond at low tide. Image #01896. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503934613079-OPNZL67CWSRPKBCPWN7R/04607_ME_PortClyde-MarshallPtLt_3M.jpg Maine - Port Clyde The Marshall Point Light guards the entrance into the Port Clyde Harbor. This is the place you visit when you want to take the ferry out to Monhegan Island. While you are waiting for the ferry, why not enjoy a lobster? Image # 04607. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527854471428-JZ70FE0WXM1FMHIB99NP/08356_ME_Bernard-lobstering-7768_3.74M.jpg Maine - What Color are Your Buoys? One of my favorite places to experience real lobstering is at Thurston’s, in Bernard. I did not arrive in a pickup, so I was clearly regarded as a tourist. Image # 08336. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527854495987-KQ1O9TRXPXVO1QLCDMOT/08357_ME_Bernard-S-curve-7754_4M.jpg Maine - Serenity in Bernard My mother’s favorite place in all of Acadia was this spot. Several times, she had her easel set up to paint this scene and was oblivious to passing cars heading into Southwest Harbor. She had exquisite taste. Image # 08357. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527854510962-PUJR9CUSP3PV50H52RD7/08358_ME_Bunkers-Harbor-7831_4M.jpg Maine - Bunker's Harbor This is clearly a haven for real fishermen, who work their traps in search of lobsters. A beautiful out-of-the-way place! Image # 08358. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527854521696-27DEZIODE4SU09IDKO04/08359_ME_FrenchmanBay-seascape-6099_3.3M.jpg Maine - Frenchman's Bay Standing here, north of Mount Desert Island and looking back toward it - time does not matter. Headlines do not matter. Life is beautiful and timeless and good. Make today a great one! Image # 08359. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1533040976537-70GOPK5TFRGV5GYNS6NE/08363_ME-BassHrbr-Thurston%27s-buoys-8479_4M.jpg Maine - LOBSTAH coming soon! One of the treats at Thurston’s lobster pound is to see the tools of the trade - the colorful buoys, hundreds of traps, and yes - the aroma. The other treat is to sit in their harbor-side restaurant and enjoy the fruits of the sea - one of the top-rated lobster restaurants in Maine. Ayuh! Image # 08363. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1533646265259-XEJ5MO1FG9GBUWGSSW95/08364_ME_BassHarborMarsh_3M.jpg Maine - Morning at Bass Harbor Marsh Acadia National Park is the only one in New England, and sure deserves your visit. Of all the beauty in Acadia, this spot was my artist mother’s very favorite place to paint. It is not in the Park, but close to Southwest Harbor. Visit this spot, inhale, and absorb its tranquility. Image # 08364. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633555051528-RVDGZ7L2VVGS5HTWGLXV/08476-Boothbay-sunset-6963-3M.jpg Maine - Boothbay Sunset This spectacular sunset found me while I was enjoying dinner. For some reason, I lost interest in my plate… Image #08476. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633555128000-US1SW9K9V1L6MGPTFWUS/08477-Boothbay-harbor-1924_3M.jpg Maine - Boothbay Harbor Lots of boats, and shops on the far side reachable by an historic footbridge. Image #08477. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633555227398-IQL0CFG7JLT3HHCC1N9U/08478-Pemaquid-reflection-0423_3M.jpg Maine - Pemaquid Point Light This lighthouse is surrounded on the Atlantic side by striated rock, difficult to walk on but wonderful for photographs. Image #08478. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633555236336-MSF046INEYJBGOGHHL0D/08479-Monhegan-village-7043_3M.jpg Maine - Monhegan Island From the top of the hill near the lighthouse, much of Monhegan village is evident, anchored by the renowned Island Inn. Image #08479. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633555244109-NXJ8J68Z90S6BBVLKBT8/08480-Monhegan-harbor-1956_3M.jpg Maine - Monhegan Sunset Sit on the porch of the Island Inn, and watch the gentle sunset develop. Then say to yourself, “life is very good!” Image #08480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633555260508-MZ90GZHCHJX06Q5TUN7P/08482-New-Harbor-0427_3M.jpg Maine - New Harbor These hard-working lobster boats are enjoying a day of rest. Image #08482. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Maine http://hillart.com/glacier-np daily 0.75 2019-08-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444449757-E5W46OLN245PCQKQOFS0/39062_Glacier_flowers-in-rock_1500px.jpg Glacier National Park - Flowers Growing in Granite? You gotta love the will to live in these Glacier flowers - there cannot be much nutrition in that granite! Image # 39062. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444449613-N0Q4WYG2WVUPD9TTNTF6/37025_Glacier-flowers_1500px.jpg Glacier National Park - Short Season Wildflowers in Glacier National Park, Montana have to sprint to reach full bloom during the short growing season. I can count on the visual reward of this vibrant color in August. Enjoy! Image # 37025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444449657-K0HFVUXHJ6N8OLV9982O/06875_Glacier_LakeMcDonaldFall_1500px.jpg Glacier National Park - Fall Visits Lake McDonald Glacier National Park, in northern Montana, is known as the land of grizzlies. Aspen and spruce combine in late September to produce a gentle base for the rugged mountains in Glacier. They know the visitors are leaving and major snow is coming. Part of Going to the Sun Road is already closed. Image # 06875. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444449230-IG1R6Q2CT8OMBOZAXRDG/06756_Glacier_StMarysLk_1500px.jpg Glacier National Park - St. Mary's Lake Tiny Wild Goose Island sits in the center of St. Mary's Lake near the eastern border of Glacier National Park in northern Montana. I made this photograph near Going To The Sun Road and it shows the dramatic progression of terrain from spruce forests to the towering range of mountains cradling the remaining glaciers. Image # 06756. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444649133-4ZSB1B8J8ECBJH0LA0JI/39060_Glacier_LkMcDonald-dawn_1500px.jpg Glacier National Park - Dawn on Lake McDonald You know it will be a great day when you awaken near the western shore of Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park, and this is what greets you. Breakfast can wait. Image # 39060. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444453859-2J5FVGL1ZWAJD9AH1SI4/39064_Glacier-LkSherburne_1500px.jpg Glacier National Park - Lake Sherburne This luscious lake photograph was made by my grandfather, Roy Whitman, in 1948. It is Lake Sherburne, in the eastern Many Glacier region of Glacier National Park. Image # 39064. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444649523-BSQZQDSDIW2WMHF9TW88/39061_Glacier_trail-bear-grass_1500px.jpg Glacier National Park - Trail to the Lake This trail in Glacier National Park leads to a lake. Along this gentle hike, I noted the bear grass on the right. About a minute later, I noticed a large female grizzly bear coming toward me on the same trail. For some reason, I lost interest in seeing the lake. Image # 39061. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1689168245496-NGSMJUHY38DV15E9LYLM/08574_GlacierNP_AvalancheCreek_7668_3M.jpg Glacier National Park - Avalanche Creek The rugged terrain in Glacier is evident here, as this creek works its way down the hill, past boulders and trees. The sound is soothing! Image # 08574. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Glacier National Park http://hillart.com/grand-canyon-np-2 daily 0.75 2017-08-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687876584084-MT7PG60FLKI1YUUSSE20/AZ-1-GC-Good-nearElTovar-4420_10M.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Grand Canyon from El Tovar Hotel No words can convey the sense of this amazing canyon! Image #08559. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687876675517-PQ16H316KKK1TFZM4RD9/AZ-1-GC-MatherPoint-sunrise-1417_9M.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Sunrise from Mather Point The rising sun supervises the flow of the Colorado River below it, as enjoyed from Mather Point. Image #08564. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687876602522-DL7A22V1THZ0SLX182YM/AZ-1-GC-Good-nearElTovar-4428_6M.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - The Grand from Mather Point. Remarkable layers of time. Image #08560. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687876654097-RUVESDIUYELDHWSJ4PZ0/AZ-1-GC-MatherPoint-4660_6M.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Layers of Time The sense of geology here is impressive to enjoy. Image #08563. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687876637486-8ZNOWL9OWWYVFFRCSPRT/AZ-1-GC-MatherPoint-4658_3M.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - The View from Mather Point Here is a fine view of the Canyon, including the Colorado River, as seen from Mather Point. Image #08562. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450301436-94H8GN4GMH73NYM7PU7A/02015_Matcat-Canyon_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - "Trail" to Matkat "Matkat" is the nickname for Matkatimiba, a delightful side canyon reached by hiking south from the Colorado River, near Mile 148 in the Grand Canyon National Park. This was the trail, and it got much more narrow. This was a magnificent and challenging hike with a 40-pound camera pack and a tripod. Yet this is another reason to venture way below the rim. Image # 02015. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450396016-V7EL5OIH29BL07ZGLL1A/02020_Matcat-Canyon_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Matkat at MM-179 One of the more rugged hikes off the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon is the hike into Matkatamiba Canyon, nicknamed "Matkat". Matkat is a small, very narrow winding slot canyon, which can channel a lot of fast water after a rain. You can see the power of water in the sculpted sandstone ribbons in the canyon walls. The features and falls in the Grand are designated by mile markers, starting upstream at the eastern entrance to the descent. Matcat is at MM179. Image # 02020. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450023393-IBTVECUPOOBAIYTASGF7/02037_Havasu-Creek_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Havasu Creek Could this be where worries melt away? Yes, the water really is this color, and even more turquoise farther upstream. This spot was reached by a hike south off the Colorado River deep in the Grand Canyon. If I had hiked another 3 hours, I could have reached Havasu Falls. Image # 02037. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450023543-ESG0AKP42WBIJ57O1SYP/02054_Dawn-Mile-50_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Dawn at Mile 50 Rafting the entire Grand Canyon is an experience that will linger in your mind for a lifetime. I had the privilege of rafting all 240 rapids, camping along the way. One morning early in the trip, I came out of my tent and made this photograph of first light dancing down the canyon walls. It's gonna be a great day! Image # 02054. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450023816-YWXRTI4IH4QON46JUP46/02094_Elves-Chasm-Falls_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Elves Chasm Falls These elegant falls provide the "tonic of wildness" that Thoreau so eloquently described - remoteness, lack of human influence, and incredible beauty that exudes a sense of calm. Moderation is over-rated. It's not what you pack to get here - it's the memories you take home. This photogenic waterfall is well over 100 feet high, carrying Royal Arch Creek into a pool about five feet deep. To photograph it, simply raft the Colorado River for eight days into the Grand Canyon, then hike south from the river two hours on a trail to the falls (with a heavy camera pack and large tripod). Then return to the river and travel for another five days to reach civilization. It might be easier to order this soothing image from me. Request image # 02094. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450023818-E2QLUM51FMG2YKW0ZK0Y/02099_Mile20-NorthCanyon_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Morning in Marble Morning in Marble Canyon, with the colors of the canyon walls dancing across the Colorado River - this place could be paradise on steroids. Heading down the river into Grand Canyon National Park. This view was made near Mile 20. All around the Grand, you will find the intersection of grandeur and adventure. Image # 02003. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450023987-A9PRQTISNERDXMZ3MB9M/05643_GC-Sunset-3x2ratio_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - North Rim Sunset This is one of the many magnificent vistas you will enjoy when you visit the North Rim. While you are at this remote bit of paradise, be sure to taste the sweet light of dawn and dusk. This is a place where you realize the English language can be woefully inadequate. Image # 05643. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450023943-X7J4TJ6KGJU2BAX71PQK/05643_GC-Sunset-617ratio_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Grand Canyon Sunset Panorama Just another setting sun in paradise! Just after I made this large-format panoramic photograph, I packed up my gear and headed back to the North Rim lodge. I hear a Park ranger begin his evening talk with the words "welcome to the 1950's". The North Rim is every bit as spectacular as the South Rim, yet with only 10% of the people (like the South Rim was in the 1950's). Out here, you may never make it back home the same. Image # 05643pan. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450024191-ZU4OXKW05LLGTZJAVJDQ/06575_AZ_MooneyFalls-5228_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Mooney Falls Mooney Falls sits below Havasu Falls, and is the tallest waterfall in the Grand Canyon region. It is beautiful, but reached after a rugged descent down the face of a cliff. Image # 06575. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450024175-WODE1LXUTSGN4LUZJLSY/06577_AZ_MooneyParadise-5224_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Paradise in Havasu Adjacent to Grand Canyon National Park is the fabled Havasu canyon. It includes Havasu Falls and Mooney Falls (above). Mooney Falls is nearly 200 feet high, higher than Niagara Falls, and is a jewel in the land of the Havasupai. Notice the unique travertine formations on the cinnamon-colored walls. The trail to reach Mooney descends a 200' cliff - very hard to reach, but well worth it. Image # 06577. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450024307-2XYZ8148Q7U2BWQMUZEY/06579_AZ_NavajoFalls-5219_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Navajo Falls Adjacent to Grand Canyon National Park, on the trail down to Havasu Falls, Navajo Falls seeks attention as the forgotten sister. I waded out in chest deep water to create this composition. Recently, a major flood significantly changed the look of these falls. Image # 06579. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450024737-XX4ID2H4AXO627CTLVO0/06581_Havasu-Falls_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Turquoise & Travertine When you dream of travel, do you picture something like this? Where by the second day you feel like you've been there all your life? Here your dream world and the real world can share a moment. Experience the stunning oasis that is Havasu Canyon. Very few waterfalls release turquoise water. Fewer still are surrounded by cinnamon-colored walls. Havasu Falls is a treasure in the Grand Canyon ecosystem. Notice the unique travertine terraces in the foreground and the formations on the walls. I invite you to linger, without having to stand in shoulder-deep water to make this photograph. Image # 06581. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450024561-EFJWL5DW45UJ5WV9SE8R/06584_AZ_HavasuFalls-5202_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Gem of the Grand Canyon How can you reach Havasu? I traveled five hours by jeep, then took a helicopter, then a pack horse to reach this spot - all before lunch! The falls at Havasu feature turquoise waterfalls surrounded by cinnamon-colored walls. 100' high Havasu Falls is a beautiful oasis in the Grand Canyon ecosystem. Notice the unique travertine formations on the walls and linger. Havasu is indeed a destination special unto itself. Image # 06584. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450024728-ZJJSH6UD5Y7Z85O1U65K/06585_AZ_HavasuFalls-5199_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Southwest Shangri-La The falls at Havasu feature turquoise waterfalls surrounded by cinnamon-colored walls. 100' high Havasu Falls is a beautiful oasis in the Grand Canyon ecosystem. Notice the unique travertine formations on the walls and linger. Havasu is indeed a destination special unto itself. This magical place is hard to get to - yet much harder to leave. Image # 06585. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454450024914-5A5VX6ROMCT2E2ADBZ31/36948_GC-Sunset_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - Sunrise at the South Rim Few places can evoke the sense of awe that you will feel when you first actually view Arizona's Grand Canyon. Yes, the South Rim is crowded - and the solution may be taking any trail below the rim 50 yards a half hour before sunrise, sit down and listen to the sound of silence. Supervise the sun's rays as they gently move across the spectacular landscape. You can't speed up time - but this is a place where you can slow it way down. I promise this will be a wonderful day for you! Image #36948. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1687876617644-DS8FWT70YM4WQJAR9RMX/AZ-1-GC-MatherPoint-4652_3M.jpg Grand Canyon National Park - The Grand and the Colorado River The River is visible only 8% of the rims, and is prominent here from Mather Point. Image #08561. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Grand Canyon National Park http://hillart.com/grand-tetons-np-1 daily 0.75 2016-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452518643-K9GF8TM7UG37FUSU1DZE/05846_Mt-Moran-Morning_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Mount Moran Morning Life is about moments. There are places you go that have little to do with destination. This is one, a stunning setting that will linger in your heart. Enjoy the sound of silence as a new day begins in the Grand Tetons. I love this bend in the Snake River, which perfectly frames Mount Moran. If you listen carefully, you might hear the bugling of an elk . . . Image # 05846. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452519080-EFZECWUM6OZUYT97RKAK/05877_Grand-Tetons_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - The Grand Tetons Sculpted by glaciers that wiped away the foothills, these Grand Tetons deliver breathtaking beauty. I love this classic view from the landing on the Snake River, where the Grand Tetons truly are grand. The quiet of dawn enhances one's respect for these soaring 7,000 foot mountains, among the most dramatic in America. Travel down the trail from here: trails without markers lead to bliss without boundaries. Image # 05877. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452519480-KZM9FL05XLDO7HZI19F6/05880_Grand-Tetons_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - View from the Landing The Grand Teton range features saw-toothed snowy peaks that rise dramatically from the valley floor. I love the view from this landing just off the Snake River, where the Tetons truly are grand. This channel is influenced by industrious beavers, creating habitat for itself and for many other species. The quiet of dawn enhances our respect for these majestic mountains, among the most breathtaking in America. Location. Location. Location. It's not often that heart and place come together. Image # 05880. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452519874-AR6ZXYQP72DGFQAPFU51/05911_Don%27t-Fence-Me-In_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Don't Fence Me In The words of the playful western song was ringing in my mind as I was looking for a foreground to the majestic Grand Tetons. Can you hear the lyrics? Image # 05911. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452519980-1MVQOWOLBRE4BAIBKXI7/06855_WY_Schwab-Lndg-8837_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Approaching the Landing Grand Teton National Park is the crown jewel of the Rockies. The gentle colors of fall soften the view of the Grand Tetons in this relaxing image. # 06855. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452520364-CODVUZLX0TXGQWJ1SBSH/06856_Tetons-SchwabLndg8848_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - The Grand View Sink into paradise in Grand Teton National Park. As the days of September transform greens into golds, this perfect view of the Grand Tetons invites you to linger and realize what a wonderful natural world we have to appreciate. Image # 06856. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452520426-24L9NBBK7HS8S323DDYM/06857_Magpie-on-gate_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Magpie on the Gate This Black-billed Magpie acts rather important in guarding the gate on the Mormon farm. The spectacular backdrop behind this gate is Grand Teton National Park. What a view! Image # 06857. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452520917-4QORAY8JNLP9V79WIR1O/06858_Tetons-Outhouse-8958_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - The Grand Outhouse If this "one-holer" were mine, I would reverse its orientation, so that I could contemplate the Grand Teton National Park. And enlarge it for room enough for a tripod... Image # 06858. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452520841-W3F15E3MBMWZ63K281MI/06859_Tetons-Mormon-Barn-8960_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - The Mormon Barn The Grand Teton National Park gives many residents that "room with a view." This iconic barn is a nostalgic symbol of the rugged life the early Mormon settlers had, trying to make a living in this beautiful place. Image # 06859. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452521137-67VQICVO9MMJBD8AWWOX/06860_Jackson-Lake-8901_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Silhouette on Jackson Lake As the late afternoon sun descends behind Mount Moran, the waters of Jackson Lake become calm. This radiant back light is just one of the many moods of Grand Teton National Park. Image # 06860. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452521545-HOBP8QPU0KXJPLAUP7HH/06861_Tetons-Split-Rail-Fence-8985_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Split Rail Paradise This split rail fence in Grand Teton National Park is far more decorative than functional. While it will not restrict wildlife, it sure attracts artists. Image # 06861. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452521534-VDD325IMEJPYZWC3MD48/06863_Tetons-Bison-8990_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Bison and Mount Moran In and near Grand Teton National Park, several herds of bison graze on the ranches just east of the Grand Tetons. As large as the bison are, they are dwarfed by Mount Moran in the hazy distance. Image # 06863. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452522141-0JF4FPJUEVIJL3PS6JD3/36945_Oxbow-Bend-%26-Mt-Moran_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Oxbow Bend in October This is a classic view of the Snake River, as it wanders south through Grand Teton National Park. Mount Moran is on the right in this peaceful image, made in the fleeting color before dawn. Not only are the fall colors performing, but so are the elk which I often hear courting in early morning. Wish you could be in the foreground? Image # 36945. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452522253-T6VHFEC65B23O6D0L90D/36959_Sunrise-over-Snake_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Sunrise on the Snake Enjoy the sound of silence as a new day begins in the Grand Teton National Park. Bathed in pink light at sunrise, Mount Moran presides over this Wyoming dawn, even though it is technically not one of the four Grand Tetons. Image # 36959. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452522832-GA6VUPSZ6GG6FIRRS0V9/37008_String-Lake_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - String Lake and Grand Teton Within Grand Teton National Park, the Grand Tetons preside over two lakes created by their snow runoff. Jenny Lake is well known, and just to its north sits String Lake with this majestic perspective on Grand Teton. Image # 37008. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452522791-VKJVYMIT9Y5Y131UI02D/37014_Night-Calm-Tetons_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Night Calm The power of the Grand Tetons is evident in this memorable image made from the shores of Jackson Lake, one hour after sunset. I love the stunning scenery of Grand Teton National Park, and this image removes all distraction from the strength of these iconic peaks. Image # 37014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452523330-CG3QN0GLD60T3VJPKN90/37065_Hay-Loaves-Tetons1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - Teton Hay Loaves I was hungry when he found this field northwest of Jackson, Wyoming, so he thought these baled haystacks look very much like whole-grain bread loaves, with the world-class Grand Tetons in the background. Now, which way to the Bunnery for a treat? Image # 37065. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454452523454-985UYA841TKGOQFJB5E4/37216_Old-Patriarch-Tetons_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park - The Old Patriarch Just below the Grand Tetons, this ancient pine reigns over the surrounding mesa. Native Americans revered this tree, which is one of the oldest in the west. I feel it is perfectly named, and it sure has a magnificent place to call home. Image # 37216. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Grand Tetons National Park http://hillart.com/newwindows-doors daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743661635-8PQPV0RJMSRXPCRBGOGD/01457_CO_Fairplay_Cabin_wheel_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Fairplay Cabin I found this cabin in Fairplay, Colorado, and wondered what stories from decades ago could be told by the wheel and the window... Image # 01457. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743662426-KA07OOOF6BNC1JMZWK0Y/01973_VA_Waterford-Cabin-Door_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Door in Waterford This door has a history, along with the cabin surrounding it. It is located in Waterford, Virginia. Image # 01973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743662361-2AVXDM1IA3612S5JVQCD/02715_IT_Portofino-Windows_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Windows of Portofino Tromp L'oeil is a strong visual part of Portofino, Italy. Much of what you see here is expertly painted to fool the eye. The flowers are real. The lower shutters are real. The underwear is real. The rest is two-dimensional paint. Image # 02715. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743663577-ZOD3GEOSORCO3QBA7P3Q/06902_BE_Bruges-door-21_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Door in Bruges This was my favorite door in Bruges, Belgium. Image # 06902. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743663408-0WT835J3QNDUMOOAGTKE/06918_Guat_Antigua-door_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Door in Antigua The door called to me as I was exploring Antigua in Guatemala. Image # 06918. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743663958-WR9OS6FK5C4QJXX083Z0/006919_Guat_Antigua-door-4525_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Church Doors in Antigua These attractive doors in Antigua, Guatemala, open only from the inside - which is unusual for a church. Image # 06919. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743664224-HLAJB4P2PETECHPYU6E8/06920_Guat_Antigua-door-4578_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Wooden Door in Antigua This door has an interesting design in the wood, and enjoys elaborate painting above it. Image # 06920. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743664710-SARJQBD6BEBQJ7VPHNS4/07172_FR_Corsica-door-66_3372_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Door in Corsica How old is this door in Corsica? Corsica is a fascinating island and a part of France. Image # 07172. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743664499-NXZZ1BQRPW4E2ZP58340/07213_IT_Lipari_windows_3469_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Windows of Lipari There is lots of geometry in this photograph, made on an island off the coast of Italy! Image # 07213. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743664880-K506ZFSE263PWA72O94V/07255_AG_La-Boca-windows_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Windows of La Boca This image combines the classic lamp post with one classic window, while the other window and the wall are contemporary. La Boca is one of the most interesting and colorful neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. Image # 07255. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743665250-I76HHIMU3HPKIROI7TIA/07571_UR_Juanico-winery-door_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - The Door at Juanico This is the door to the Juanico Winery in Uruguay, maker of powerful Tannat-based wines. Image # 07571. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743666157-2AP3IC1UO39XXVKSTYIY/08094_CU_Havana-door-0532_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Door in Havana This historic door must have secrets inside, but you and I will never know. Image # 08094. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743665736-8ZX4EUDCYPGZO9BP88DD/36312_IRE_Irish-window_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Window in Ireland Any window graced with Irish lace is a joy to behold! Image # 36312. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743666439-Y3U07WZO13K7B0QE7JJZ/36462_IR_Irish-blue-door-8506_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Irish Blue Door This door in Killarney was the most intensely blue door I had ever seen. Many older doors in Ireland have the brass knob in the center. Image # 36462. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743666743-OO3O0Z5DL5NNWI8MC7VD/39016_SW_Murren-Window_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Window in Murren On my way up the hill in Murren, Switzerland, I passed by this cheerful window. I would have lingered on the bench but a large plate of rosti was just ahead... Image # 39016. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455743667892-KU29C4RNMFJPQWA6UHOB/39033_BR_Bermuda-Window_1500px.jpg Windows & Doors - Shuttered Window in Bermuda Bermuda has lots of architectural details that attract an artist's eye. Image # 39033. http://hillart.com/newcubabelgium daily 0.75 2016-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405481157-I9OBS183NMGE6J4RP033/08072_taxis-lined-up-0408_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Lineup Chevys and Fords make up the majority of American cars in Cuba. These are taxis, waiting for you to pick one and take a ride. Image # 08072. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552068409484-T7IBP88YVGACOCL3WNAR/08-Santiago-Bacardi-bldg-9053_4M.jpg Cuba - The Bacardi Home This elegant home was built by Emilio Bacardi, the principal founder of the rum empire. Built 120 years ago, it is now a museum in Santiago. Image #08384. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552068419236-K64FVC8YM80QUI39XW63/08-Santiago-blue+car-9058_5M.jpg Cuba - The Blue Chevy In Santiago, this aging lady sat patiently near the square, hoping for a good samaritan to hire her for a ride. Image #08383. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552068424498-8PGL0PAEBEBJMY41VY0D/08-Santiago-fishingboat-8690_4M.jpg Cuba - The Fishing Boat In the bay near Santiago, this tiny boat enables its owner to fish. All larger boats in Cuba have been confiscated - so none will be tempted to escape to Key West. Image #08385. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552067231287-XIKX4TJPU0HJSJ98YVLS/12-Havana-Hotel-Nacional-DR-9199_4M.jpg Cuba - Dining at the Hotel Nacional This is the main dining room of the legendary Hotel Nacional. If the walls could talk, we might learn of the famous people who have dined here. Image #08382. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405481481-M4TV1ZVQTC9XUV9BDLWY/08073_Chevy1957-man-limes-9265_1500px.jpg Cuba - Here Come the Limes Nearly all the American cars from the fifties are taxis. Nearly all goods delivered to restaurants and bars are brought by creative yet primitive transportation. Limes are absolutely essential for Cuban cocktails. Image # 08073. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405481546-HB7W7J63W86FBYX43MAO/08074_taxis-lined-up-0409_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Orange Chevy This 1951 Chevy did not leave Detroit wearing an orange color, but thanks to Cuban creativity it sure wears one now! Cuba is a unique place where cab drivers make more money than doctors, and where a meal in a restaurant can easily cost a month's state salary. Image # 08074 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405481825-881050UB5KK5JPF1SJ3I/08075_taxis-lined-up-0407_1500px.jpg Cuba - Take a T-Bird in Salmon This 1956 Thunderbird is rare in Cuba. A beauty - but harder to survive as a taxi without a back seat. Image # 08075. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1551815645374-DJ84Q1IVKTHKRVOCVBQ4/08375-CU-Havana-Blues_4M.jpg Cuba - Havana Blues I was walking the streets of Havana, looking for "art". This aged blue Chevy caught my eye, parked in front of that blue wall. Then - the man walked by, totally oblivious to me and to the fact that he was wearing blue. In this case, the "art" found me. Image # 08375. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405481896-ZM3FGHC1CCUVCJQJVBA3/08076_taxis-lined-up-0410_1500px.jpg Cuba - Please Pick the Blue Pontiac! This vintage Pontiac leads the line of American taxis hoping to lure a tourist to take a ride for tips. You should do it. Image # 08076. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405482159-NTKDU3PKJ0Z37Z9CNYS0/08077_Cars-Buick1959-0594_1500px.jpg Cuba - One Hot Buick! This gorgeous 1959 Buick was the epitome of style, both front and back. Image # 08077. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405482156-N1GDYL7FZEQP3B54QIFN/08078_ChryslerImperial57-0419_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Red Imperial What a great contrast between the restored American convertible and the pastel restored buildings in Havana! Image # 08078. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405482474-4YPP751H9EBMQDUI7A7A/08079_ChryslerImperial57-0420_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Red Imperial What a great contrast between the restored American convertible and the pastel restored buildings in Havana! Image # 08079. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405482397-RYXYNA2NQZPJEPA71QYQ/08080_Pontiac-0412_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Red Pontiac This classic Pontiac is sporting what used to be called a "continental kit" with the spare tire exposed. Very unusual. Image # 08080. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405482620-NKDNYE455DGQA9SY4GAO/08081_Ford-0415_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Purple Ford This 1958 Ford convertible sports a unique shade of purple, and is a popular taxi in Havana. Image # 08081. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405482683-73CGKPI2E41ZSW0LQ5OU/08082_Ford-0413_1500px.jpg Cuba - Spare Tire Heaven This 1958 Ford has what used to be called a "Continental Kit", as this spare tire cover was initiated by Ford's classy cousin, the Lincoln Continental. Image # 08082. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405482951-CWL4DP2BR6X0Z67PYKJ1/08084_Chevy57-0469_1500px.jpg Cuba - The '57 Chevy You can almost hear the Beach Boys when looking at this hot 1957 Chevy in Havana. Image # 08084. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405482878-JXRLM2ZPQAZX8M12MU8U/08083_ChyrslerImperial-0423_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Red Chrysler Imperial This stunning 1957 Chrysler Imperial has been lovingly restored and is now a star in Havana taxi service. Image # 08083. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405483436-BFEYFTR7KRQLJMJR4H77/08085_organic-farm-view-9190_1500px.jpg Cuba - The verdant Vinales Valley Cuba is much more than cigars and vintage cars. In the foreground is a thriving organic farm, while in the valley beyond stretches lots of lush acreage that has plantings of sugar cane, coffee and other tropical foods. Over 800 miles long, Cuba is a beautiful island, and it will face pivotal change. Image # 08085. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405483897-JL7X24ZDKKS5DJSRPUAJ/08086_duPont-Xanadu-dinner-0684-table_1500px.jpg Cuba - Elegant Dinner at Xanadu If you are lucky enough to be invited to dinner at the duPont estate called Xanadu, accept the invitation knowing it will be a very memorable evening. Image # 08086. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552067202082-QUE3U6OR5OZA20UQRWW9/10-Havana-record+table-9164_4M.jpg Cuba - Table for Two? Walking through a cobblestoned street in old Havana, I found this cool table just waiting for me to sit and enjoy a light meal. What music would I hear? Image #08380. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405483940-1VBY50HLQDR3F1XZRSB4/08087_duPont-Xanadu-0700-wine-cellar_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Wine Cellar The underground wine cellar at Xanadu was beautifully built, and stocked with excellent wines for the VIP government visitors. I have no idea how the cellar was cooled before electricity became reliably available. Image # 08087. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405485272-46BGFE964WAAPCOH35XT/08088_Hotel-Nacional-lounge1950s-0521_1500px.jpg Cuba - Celebrities at the Hotel Nacional Dozens of American celebrities are pictured on the walls of this lounge near the main bar in the Hotel Nacional. This large collage shows recognizable stars from the 1950s. A life-size bronze statue of Nat King Cole stands near this lounge. Image # 08088. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405484886-UPDVENEA7JA00E4O1OO5/08089_Hotel-Nacional-back-0512_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Hotel Nacional Opened in 1930 to cater to the international elite, the Hotel Nacional overlooks the sea from a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the years before Castro shuttered the hotel's casino in 1960, this was the premier hotel in Cuba. It hosted a who's who of 20th century American celebrities, and many have their pictures on the walls of the cocktail lounge. Image # 08089. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405486134-UEHLAY5RVTEYB2C54B9B/08090_Finca-Vigia-Hemingway-home-0585_1500px.jpg Cuba - Hemingway's Path Ernest Hemingway lived in Finca Vigia for 20 years, where he is said to have written The Old Man and the Sea. This path leads from his expansive home to his swimming pool and cabana. Let's walk and see if he is still there. Image # 08090. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405485834-2WDLBMN94ZR2U8QTHCNE/08091_Finca-Vigia-Hemingway-boat-0576_1500px.jpg Cuba - Pilar Hemingway spent lots of time on this marlin sport-fishing boat, Pilar, which is restored and on display at Finca Vigia. Image # 08091. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405486288-5TL5EGA40L3YXUAQHK01/08092_Havana-architecture-pastels-0170_1500px.jpg Cuba - Elegance in Pastels There are many lovely buildings in downtown Havana, most in need of restoration or fresh paint. This row shows the benefit of that restoration. Image # 08092. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405486405-29YDZL045GAEYVR1IT6Q/08093_Havana-architecture-pastels-0131_1500px.jpg Cuba - Faded glory Excellent use of Caribbean colors gives restored buildings a cheerful facade. Image # 08093. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405486780-7SIYAZ3143M2WOODKQ0J/08095_Havana-architecture-0122_1500px.jpg Cuba - Restored Building In an early morning walk, this handsome building stopped me in my tracks. Beautifully restored, I wonder about its history and current use. Image # 08095. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405487128-DXPZ89BV51V8UG0QL3YG/08096_Havana-square-0289_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Carriage When you want a tour of the cobblestone streets in old Havana, this may be the best way to do it, as there are many streets that are inaccessible to the flashy America-car taxis. Image # 08096. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405487160-1VH1WK9MICANHXPW7L8R/08094_Havana-architecture-door-0532_1500px.jpg Cuba - Havana Door This historic door must have secrets inside, but you and I will never know. Image # 08094. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405487251-DK1GQ2BJ280QUIS8SAHK/08097_Havana-Cafe-Habana-0126_1500px.jpg Cuba - Old Havana There is a timeless beauty in some classic scenes like this one in the old section of Havana. Image # 08097. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552067219590-IRCPCHPEQK4C3HEDXMJK/11-Havana-cars-TBird-9180_5M.jpg Cuba - The Thunderbird There are hundreds of restored American cars in Havana. This was the only T-Bird that I saw, just tempting you to hire it as your taxi. Image #08381. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405487788-CJ5R1EH09YE7WIW5MECC/08098_Havana-art-LaConversacion-0195_1500px.jpg Cuba - La Conversacion There are numerous installations of public art in Havana, much of it excellent. Here is one of my favorite sculptures that conveys the animation of conversation between good friends. Image # 08098. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405488049-KJ3VMU2RJK9VQDZUD8ES/08099_Havana-cigars-9261_1500px.jpg Cuba - Havana Cigar Shop In this Havana shop, lots of cigars are for sale, including the Montecristo, Romeo Y Julieta and Cohiba brands. Cuban cigars may well be the best known of all exports, although the sugar cane is the most lucrative for the country. Image # 08099. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405489752-CU2G84PMK2EP1NUW98GR/08100_Havana-ClubHabana-table-0084_1500px.jpg Cuba - An Elegant Dinner If you are looking for a lovely venue for dinner, right on the beach, try the Club Habana. Like most restaurants, this is owned by the government, yet it is still a classy experience. A dinner here can easily cost more than a month's state salary. Image # 08100. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405488739-3Z89L9LGOVD0P6X5TVVI/08101_Pontiac-0735_1500px.jpg Cuba - Diesel Injection??? This hot blue Pontiac is running thanks to its small Russian diesel engine! Image # 08101. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405490586-XGHZH8A5NW4UB8ZQHT0O/08103_Buick-0744_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Green Buick The restoration of the American cars of the 1950s involved cannibalizing parts, inventing paint colors, and a little magic to keep these antiques in running condition. Did you notice that this Buick Special is green? Image # 08103. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405490113-58NFK85VTFXB9XOA40HC/08104_DeSoto-1959-0230_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Blue '59 DeSoto This pretty lady is unusual, as most restored American cars are Fords and Chevys. Image # 08104. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405490884-ENJ74LCIJZ010OG27LQW/08107_Chrysler-Imperial57-0449_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Elegant Chrysler Imperial This 1957 Chrysler Imperial as endured modifications but has retained its elegance. Image # 08107. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405490510-2T01OAQH6SWLUC389X4Q/08105_Chevy-1940-0287_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Green Chevy This 1940 Chevy travels through Havana wearing a coat of paint that Detroit never dreamed of! Image # 08105. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405490779-7KGEVCO9BJR8DOHEWMZ5/08106_Chrysler-Imperial57-0445_1500px.jpg Cuba - The Red Imperial This 1957 Chrysler Imperial is very unusual in Havana, as most of the restored American cars are Chevys and Fords. Image # 08106. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453405489009-NV9WSVPN1XFJD1BP5FU0/08102_Ford-0745_1500px.jpg Cuba - The White '52 Ford This 1952 Ford advertises its heritage with a painted ID rather than with a flashy color. Image # 08102. http://hillart.com/newbermuda-caribbean daily 0.75 2019-12-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577800683852-2RZJ7XU9LGKF7EM68FAS/08549_Anguilla-view2beach-2507_3M.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Belmond Cap Juluca This is a lovely resort on Anguilla. This view looks out from our suite, beyond the beach, and across the water to St. Maarten. Cap Juluca is very habit-forming! Image #08549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577800041433-UW9CZWFKW6RRW0J3FWK8/08551_CapJuluca-our-table-2465_3M.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Our Private Table At Cip’s in Belmond Cap Juluca, we loved having this table as ours for breakfast and dinner. Six feet from the gentle surf, and a million miles from anxiety. Image #08551. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577800068015-90PYWY8XFFJ4A08YK5XV/08548_oceanscape-Anguilla-2beach-lounges-2525_4M.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Lazy Day in Paradise Our personal lounge chairs on Anguilla gave us every reason to do nearly nothing. Read, gaze across the beach and water toward St. Maarten, and enjoy a cool adult beverage. Image #08548. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577800108399-EAW4O3F2GJY948QW8KQJ/08547_oceanscape-fromAnguilla2StMaarten-2588_4M.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - The Colors of Water The gradations of color in the water off Cap Juluca on Anguilla were mesmerizing, along with the rhythmic arrival of gentle surf. Image #08547. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455051716203-FXXMLWDUNM7RQ62C7P90/07387_Turks_Ganse-pool7_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Welcome to the Gansevoort The Gansevoort Resort on the Turks & Caicos is a relaxing place to unwind and do very little. This is the view from the open air lobby across the palm-lined pool toward the beach and the ocean. Image # 07387. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455051716666-45SXRE2FL947UB4OMNKK/07147_Barbados_Crane14_9420_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Ready for the Day Ever wonder what stories these beach chairs in Barbados could tell? Image # 07147. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455051716383-S9L6U3CNCLN8R95WV1FC/07388_Turks_Ganse-beach2_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Shades of Blue As you sit or walk along the beach on the Turks & Caicos, looking out at this endless expanse of the Caribbean WILL cause your pulse to drop. Guaranteed. Image # 07388. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455051716701-OGDLOH4ZOSKOVMUZ92PF/07391_Barbados_Crane4_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Does This Beat Staying in Your Office? What great variety awaits you at the Crane Resort in Barbados: cactus, calm pool and the ocean beyond. Image # 07391. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455051716875-W2BZNTCG6CEHQOYDU8R9/07392_Barbados_Crane15_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Walking the Beach Two great ways to start the day at the Crane Resort in Barbados: a fresh latte and a walk on the beach. Image # 07392. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455051716878-V0Y4ICJ5AI4P2DGDH0TA/07393_Barbados_Crane-Cols-14_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Reflecting Columns What a treat to relax by the pool at the Crane Resort in Barbados. In snowy February! Image # 07393. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455051717129-3ME5I9RAQ1LXV1SNTPC6/35476_CR_Martinique_Mt_Pele_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Mt. Pele on Martinique Should you ever grow tired of sunbathing in paradise, there are plenty of Caribbean adventures that await. Hike through the rain forest to Mount Pele, a dramatic reminder of Martinique's volcanic heritage. Image # 35476. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455051717092-G7ENDOGCZ5NG4SOKSTIP/36242_Bermuda-beach_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Bermuda Beach Bermuda's dozens of beaches are tinted a pleasing light pink, the serendipitous blending of finely crushed white coral and scarlet shells. Covering a mere 22 square miles, tiny Bermuda encourages visitors to wander about its manicured island. Rumors about pink beaches in Bermuda are true. You should be here right now. Image # 36242. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455051717232-V7X0C025OUR7L2WDMKZ2/36243_BR_Bermuda_Cove_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Bermuda Cove Horseshoe Bay in Bermuda is a delightful escape. There's a reason Bermuda boasts some of the world's most beautiful beaches. Locals say that it's due to the breakdown of red organisms that once grew on the underside of the coral reefs. It doesn't matter once the turquoise water is close and the pink sand flirts with your toes. Image # 36243. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455053069824-GRXLBJ59WTSTK5NAY05Z/07142_St-Lucia-1-9586-1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Approaching St. Lucia St. Lucia has a unique profile, with its dramatic Pitons. A wonderful island on which to unwind. Image # 07142. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455053115385-JAXTJ5EX54CQYMLR1E1O/36286_BR_Paradise-Gardens_1500px.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Paradise Gardens Outside Freeport in the Bahamas, the lovely Paradise Gardens awaits. Take a day off from swimming with dolphins, water sports and sunbathing, and experience Bahamanian paradise. Image # 36286. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503943895256-6QIBAXFDI1P7J88ECJOC/08296_BER_Abstract-bldg_3M.jpg Bermuda & Caribbean - Graceful Abstract Many of the lovely older buildings in Bermuda feature wonderful adornments along with their pastel colors. Image # 08296. http://hillart.com/newczech-republic daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110421950-0LDJWS75CI2KKZO07YJC/07265_CZ_CeskyKrumlov7_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - The Castle at Cesky Krumlov The river gracefully circles the village of Cesky Krumlov, as the colors of autumn soon will match the colors in the tile roofs. Image # 07265. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110421937-JGOYO3FFFIU8JUS0MYEY/07266_CZ-CeskyKrumlov8_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Reflections in the Vltava The name "Cesky Krumlov" translates to "crooked meadow", based on the twisting meander of the Vltava River. Image # 07266. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110422335-JA3MW9RJEE1S0FZVWC9A/07267_CZ-CeskyKrumlov24_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Cesky Pernik This delightful shop is known for memorable gingerbread, jams and brandy. The shop name should be changed to: Life is Good! Image # 07267. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110422429-QX4H2BC4DBQGABD7DXMC/07268_CZ-8-CeskyKrumlov29_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Pastels and Cobblestones The side streets in Cesky Krumlov seem to be locked in past centuries. Let's take a walk and see what treats we can find... Image # 07268. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110422771-IXNOJ38G4REGEBE82OD2/07269_CZ-CeskyKrumlov40_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - The Cesky Window This window, wall and lamp have a timeless quality that caused me to sit on a bench across from it and wonder what stories the window could tell... Image # 07269. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110422812-SYJ901AUCG0FGXSPO04P/07270_CZ_CeskyKrumlov41_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Clean and Inviting This shop owner has prepared the entrance to be colorful and contemporary, inviting you to open that door and explore. Image # 07270. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423024-Q2MGX6N7SYTCRABCDJUZ/07271_CZ-Prague_buildings10_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Along the Prague Canal Near the Vlatava River, a canal meanders between buildings that have taken advantage of the waterway. Grab a seat at the bistro on the lower right, sit with a cool Riesling, and contemplate life. Image # 07271. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423030-HV8S5AO72ULA9VOLMJYZ/07272_CZ-Prague_buildings18_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Rooftops of Prague Climb to the top of the St. Nicholas bell tower and you will be rewarded with a fascinating view of the center city. Image # 07272. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423226-FOKN8RAR2COVVXPXVG99/07273_CZ_Prague_bicycle_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Czech Bike This is the most popular mode of transport in Prague, and perhaps in all of Europe. I was on foot simply looking for art. Image # 07273. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423214-UCSKYMSK1WPSDM88U23Q/07274_CZ-Prague_MonasteryLibrary6_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Philosophical Ceiling This is part of the Strahov Monastery on a hill above Prague. The ceiling frescoes above the baroque bookcases are at least as impressive as the collection of books within them. Image # 07274. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423420-MZODECOS2IW4YE5HJ58T/07275_CZ_Prague_MonasteryLibrary15_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - The Monastery Library The magnificent woodwork in Prague's Strahov Monastery frames a priceless collection of literature about the Bohemian and classic worlds. More than 280,000 titles are protected in this remarkable library. Image # 07275. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423417-PS3HBB9CK8YLKFETMSN9/07276_CZ_Prague_MunicipalHall8_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Prague Municipal House In center city Prague, the Municipal House is the city's most prominent Art Nouveau building. The exterior and interior feature exquisite embellishments, including this partial view of Smetana Hall. Image # 07276. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423637-N66S7T9HDP9MWIXBCGJE/07277_CZ-Prague_river1_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Bridges over the Vltava The Vltava River bisects the center of Prague, and a variety of bridges connect various sections of this wonderful city. Image # 07277. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423646-PF03571WOH5BMTBXJPA8/07278_CZ-Prague_palace-dinner5_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - View from the Palace Aristocracy in Prague knew how to live right. This is the view from the grounds of the Lobkowicz Palace, complete with vineyards and a splendid panorama of the city. Image # 07278. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423916-STFQEHBWM052SQI1EHSF/07397_CZ_Prague_clock1_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - The Astronomical Clock Every hour there is a fascinating mechanical performance by the Prague Astronomical Clock, which for 600 years has been one of the greatest treasures of the city. Every daylight hour finds at least 600 visitors watching for the next performance. Image # 07394. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423824-LLHE2R7L62ILNQ9L0YUY/07606_CZ_Prague-Lennon-6822_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - The Lennon Wall This long wall is living art in Prague, honoring a hugely influential artist. By the people and for the people, and it changes every hour. Image # 07606. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455110423936-1LMRI860XSO74WDOFF0Z/07607_CZ_Prague-Lennon-6825_1500px.jpg Czech Republic - Love Dozens of times each day, new "art" is added to this whimsical wall in Prague. Image # 07607. http://hillart.com/newbellagio-lakes daily 0.75 2016-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508349648597-P2RSW6284C9T225KDTXV/08316_IT-LakeComo_4M.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - Villa d'Este and Lake Como This is among the most dignified and historic hotels in the lake region, beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Como. It has lovely Renaissance gardens and offers extensive hiking on its grounds. Image #08316. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508349661980-WGY0YZ1A9HB6T76M523A/08324_IT-LakeComo-shoreline_4M.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - The Shores of Lake Como Near the Villa d'Este are magnificent villas that enjoy the treasures of the lake. George Clooney's villa is two hundred yards beyond the curve. Don't even try. Image #08324. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508349681164-6HYAIUI0PKDZUI3LJ7SN/08325_IT-LakeComo-Villa-d%27Este-garden_4M.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - The Gardens of Villa d'Este Nestled behind the grand hotel are Renaissance gardens with statues and fountains. A great place to hike, to work off the amazing breakfast buffet. Image #08325. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508349693777-9XS009BNYN8N0U7LH4XY/08326_IT-Villa-d%27Este-chairs_3M.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - I Will Sit in the Blue One At the Villa d'Este, their large swimming pool is actually a floating pool, with the heated pool behind the chairs and the lake in front. Image #08326. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287515030-1BZMOMA14GCEF93E98DP/02786_IT_IsoladePesc-bicycle_1500px.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - Bicycle on Isola de Pescatori Tiny Isola de Pescatori ("island of fishermen") sits in the middle of Lake Maggiore. This bicycle was the only mode of transportation that I saw, but it would not support me with my tripod and heavy cameras. Image # 02787. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287514832-YZ4XYR5HH3PDI2Q9J0GY/02814_IT_Bellagio-lakefront_1500px.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - Bellagio and Lake Como Bellagio anchors the southeastern shore of Lake Como. Find a bench, sit here a while and practice your Italian. Image # 02814. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287515936-T2MPU2KFRW5HV12NANV2/02820_IT_Bellagio-street_1500px.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - A street in Bellagio Walk the cobblestone streets and pathways in Bellagio in early morning, and you will have this memorable village all to yourself. Image # 02820. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287515656-RUVHC13B8N6U9B3CU5UL/02822_IT_Bellagio-pergula_1500px.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - Bachus Bistro in Bellagio On one of the cobblestone streets in Bellagio, the Bacchus Bistro offers a vantage point to the town. Sit under the canopy of flowers, savor a cappuccino or Brunello, and inhale the soul of the lake country. Image # 02822. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287516085-JCD40H8ZDMR5VG8G6SDR/02824_IT_Isola-Bella-lily-pond_1500px.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - Isola Bella Isola Bella is indeed a beautiful island, sitting in Lake Maggiore. Once an elegant private estate, this garden provides a glimpse of aristocratic life in the gilded age of Italy. Image # 02824. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508349718114-7QCV1L79BJQE4ES5TFYZ/08323_IT-LakeGarda-bicycle_4M.jpg Italian Lakes & Bellagio - The Bicycle On the southern shore of Lake Garda, I found this historic bicycle just waiting to be taken for a ride. But I had enjoyed too much vino... Image # 08323. http://hillart.com/newmexico daily 0.75 2016-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453865842-8G8RN52SV8MNFB5T11GR/07537_Acapulco_sunrise_1500px.jpg Mexico - Sunrise in Acapulco For decades, Acapulco has enjoyed the reputation for being a playground of movie stars, most of whom likely never saw the sunrise - unless they were headed back to their hotel after a night of parties. Image # 07537. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453865643-JWE59YI2VT5NXBYWZRF3/07572_Manzanillo-hotel_1500px.jpg Mexico - Manzanilla Hotel Manzanilla has a nice combination of expansive beaches and good restaurants, most featuring local seafood. The Colonial Hotel is one of the oldest buildings in town. Image # 07572. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453866269-6QGG3NAA4B01JDL9K3LX/07573_Acapulco-diver_1500px.jpg Mexico - Acapulco Diver The La Quebrada Cliff Divers are a group of professional high divers, based in Acapulco. They perform daily shows for the public, diving 115 feet from the cliffs into the seas below. Image # 07573. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453866348-KGJJAEC5E4DUXILJYOEN/07574_Acapulco-divers_1500px.jpg Mexico - Cliff Divers The 1963 Elvis Presley film Fun in Acapulco popularized La Quebrada as one of the early extreme sports. During the night, they often dive while holding a torch. Here a pro dives - over two younger divers in training to be allowed to dive from the top. Image # 07574. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453866864-USZ9ECYTT1K5IHUB90PT/07575_Acapulco-diver_1500px.jpg Mexico - Climbing the Cliff If diving off the cliff was not hard enough, imagine climbing up this cliff barefoot - just so you can then dive into water that varies from 6 to 16 feet deep depending on the tides! The variation in water depth makes the timing crucial for the divers. Image # 07575. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453866507-VK6I96X2HT3OD6SD11H5/07576_PuertaVallarte-sculp_1500px.jpg Mexico - Puerto Vallarta Sculpture There is an impressive collection of statues and sculptures in Puerto Vallarta, and this one is elegant but one of the smallest. Image # 07576. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453866917-744ESDZHP54LRY8ZFZSM/07577_Mazatlan-corner_1500px.jpg Mexico - Standing on the Corner Mazatlan has miles of sun-splashed shores and a colorful waterfront promenade. This colorful building faces onto the main plaza in Mazatlan. For some reason, after a cool margarita the colors became even more vivid. Image # 07577 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453867102-13S057IS0CD900SY4MOL/07578_CaboSanLucas-Rocks_1500px.jpg Mexico - Los Arcos de Cabo San Lucas One of the visual icons of Cabo San Lucas (commonly called "Cabo') is this distinctive rock formation at the southern tip of Cabo San Lucas, which means "land's end." When the tide is low, a sandy shoal appears and leads through the arch itself, a portal to geology. Image # 07578. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453868046-VBMPS51VWOUGTLSXLXVA/39059_SanMigueldA-courtyard_1500px.jpg Mexico - Courtyard in San Miguel San Miguel de Allende is a delightful city in east central Mexico. It features narrow cobblestone streets, historic architecture and lush courtyards. Image # 39059. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453867749-VENPJJW5QDRFX87MTKVO/39085_Cabo-pelicans_1500px.jpg Mexico - Cabo Pelicans Pelicans love the Cabo San Lucas area, so much that there is a sports beach bar named after them. Image # 39085. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453868289-FNO4X14T5IJOZ0Y7YRCD/39086_Guadalajara-sculpture_1500px.jpg Mexico - Guadalajara Art This large sculpted mural faces the main plaza in Guadalajara, honoring the struggle of the common man. Image # 39086. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453868461-1HSKY9SXDEV65WJPB3QR/39087_Guadalajara-art-factory_1500px.jpg Mexico - Art Factory In nearly every tourist town in Mexico, you will see colorful items that you do not need but buy anyway. A visit to a workshop where these are painted was fascinating. Image # 39087. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453868983-GZ0AGJLPAHBT0AB5QX1G/39088_Guadalajara-artists_1500px.jpg Mexico - Artists at Work The ladies who paint the details on thousands of trinkets cannot be paid enough! I suspect they are paid very poorly, and I hope I am wrong. Image # 39088. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453869836-3OSJ9O4WDNJHT874BDOQ/39089_SanMigueldeA-window_1500px.jpg Mexico - Window in San Miguel It is interesting how several strands of flowers add interest to an old window. This was one of many like it in San Miguel de Allende. Image # 39089. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453869567-LC3VGP2LEX3RYV6EVWY6/39090_MexicoCity-flagraising_1500px.jpg Mexico - Raising the Flag The main plaza in Mexico City is known as the Zocalo. It is the historic heart of the country's capital, and can hold nearly 100,000 people for ceremonial occasions. This flag raising happens every morning. Image # 39090. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453870448-AGRSNFL9FLYIQ1QZ4WIT/39091_Guadalajara-copper-art_1500px.jpg Mexico - Copper and More Copper This display of copper pitchers and vases was an interesting part of the market in Guadalajara. Image #39091. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455453870739-6YICTDWMYXR5B7Q361QL/39092_SanMigueldeA-poster_1500px.jpg Mexico - Bull Fight in San Miguel Watching a bullfight is not everyone's idea of a pleasant afternoon, yet the costumes and fanfare accompanying the bullfight are fascinating. Bullfighters is colorful costumes perform to taunt the bull, and women in silky red dresses dance with well-trained horses. Image # 39092. http://hillart.com/newmaryland daily 0.75 2016-02-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941705680-AXHYLLUXN6Q33A5NVKM2/01967_VA_Seven-Seagulls_1500px.jpg Maryland - How Many Seagulls Do You See? I saw this line of pilings that attracted seagulls as well as me. I wanted to have a gull on each of the seven pilings, but they seemed to know my goal and took turns flying away. I challenge you to accurately count the number of seagulls in this image. Most of them are guarding their piling on the Assateague shore, and there may be more are awaiting your discovery. Send an e-mail to me for the answer: wayne@hillart.com. Image # 01967. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502904319720-3LZEZUAVPXQJ0ULZMUNM/36439_MD_Deale-deadrise_3M.jpg Maryland - Waiting for the Season This lone workboat is hibernating for the crabbing season, not far off. Few outsiders can appreciate the long hours and difficulties endured by those who harvest the rich crop of these waters to help make Maryland the leading oyster-producing state. Image # 36439. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941706399-I7H6MK1IS3FDB3ABDFBX/05308_MD_Balt-Senator-Theater_1500px.jpg Maryland - The Senator Theater As I was exploring some of the art deco gems in Baltimore, I came to this handsome and historic theater as the light was just right. But a workman was on a ladder taking down the letters honoring Johnny Unitas. I gave him $10 to replace the letters and move his ladder for five minutes - a nice outcome for both of us. Image # 05308. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941706765-5QAW33017ZQJZPREIBX1/06917_MD_Oxford_Chairs_1500px.jpg Maryland - Oxford Chairs Bring a cool drink and station yourself in one of these inviting Adirondacks. Then supervise nautical traffic on the Tred Avon River as it opens into the Chesapeake Bay. Leave your smart phone behind. Image # 06917. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941707207-P2HUQ9ICPS5M6YQRS90J/07471_MD-Oxford-chairs_1500px.jpg Maryland - Oxford Lookouts It is your turn to take a shift on the watch. Grab a cool one, have a seat and watch the parade of sails. Image # 07471. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941708193-NTWXDFGBYGERA423OIWT/35089_MD_TwoSailboatsNoAir_1500px.jpg Maryland - Light Air on the Chesapeake This was a day made for photography on the mouth of the Tred Avon River. I was fascinated to note that there was sufficient breeze to fill the sails, yet so little that there were wonderful reflections. Image # 35089. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941708747-FIJQF2D0E1KAVXB8KNKL/35092_MD_AtlanticSunrise_1500px.jpg Maryland - Atlantic Sunrise Walk the beach at sunrise and you have it all to yourself. Well, you won't really be alone. Share your walk with shore birds, the gentle sounds of surf and an occasional gull calling for attention. Image # 35092. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941709357-J97JBSHKVFDYQ9VN36SS/35098_MD_George-Island-Landing_1500px.jpg Maryland - Dawn at George Island Landing This tranquil scene is a million miles away from interstates and email and meetings. This tranquil inlet on Maryland's Eastern Shore sure looks inviting to me! Image # 35098. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941710180-T3CK5DT2FHYBOIGELG5T/35158_MD_Catching_Waves_1500px.jpg Maryland - Catching Waves Timeless. Two young boys, ready with their buckets to capture the next wave that comes close... We know the outcome, but they are learning about life. Image # 35158. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941711559-R9S86GQ2BLS7JRZJRDTF/35505_MD_Homeward-Reach_1500px.jpg Maryland - Homeward Reach After a fine day of sailing the Chesapeake, this sailor is losing light and losing wind, and returning to port in Oxford. An ordinary day sailing sure beats a good day in the office. Image # 35505. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941711993-W5LRN6X3FKLGS4QM8BBU/35506_MD_St-Michaels-Harbor_1500px.jpg Maryland - The Harbor at St. Michaels On Maryland's Eastern Shore, the small town of St. Michaels boasts historic homes and a harbor that is calm during the week and congested on summer weekends. Image # 35506. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941712528-8UV5OWP9AU3L4LY58P39/35558_MD_Choptank-Sunrise_1500px.jpg Maryland - Choptank Sunrise Skipjacks leave for their workday well before sunrise, so they can be near the oyster beds when they are allowed to begin dredging right after sunrise. This beautiful morning began as we moved into the Choptank River, propelled by the pushboat. On this very cold November morning, the cook's hot soup sure helped warm the artist. Image # 35558. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941713338-3J20TMPRZUV0J1Y3SW0H/35581_MD_Skipjack-from-bow_1500px.jpg Maryland - Working the Oyster Beds The historic Skipjack has been the Maryland watermen's workhorse for a century. Oysters are dredged and brought to the surface using ancient equipment. Most days during the winter season are restricted to sail power only. I made this photograph by climbing out onto the bow board to show the boat under sail. Image # 35581. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941714346-30YPYQAZ8C40VJGNI7QX/35693_MD_SigsbeeWheel_1500px.jpg Maryland - The Sigsbee Wheel Skipjacks are a vanishing species, now the only wooden commercial sailing fleet in America. Here is the wheel of the Sigsbee, on which I was privileged to travel numerous early mornings in the late fall as the crew searched for oysters. Image # 35693. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941715125-T4KSGFZ6TU3U1NEDWTIE/35798_MD_Balt-HarborSunrise_1500px.jpg Maryland - Baltimore Sunrise Baltimore harbor features a myriad of architectural styles, anchored by their World Trade Center and the Aquarium. Enjoy the serenity of this sunrise. Image # 35798. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941720558-LKL2L2T9UAI84NZJBBV3/05247_MD_Balt-B%26O-RR-Museum_1500px.jpg Maryland - The B&O Railroad Museum The B&O Railroad is legendary, and obviously began in Baltimore. If you are a train fan, check out this museum. It is part of the heritage of "Ballmer". Image # 05247. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941717839-C4LHYKF4SVSGWPMBV8FR/36114_MD_Tobacco-Barn-Waldorf_1500px.jpg Maryland - The Drying Barn Growing tobacco was a thriving industry in southern Maryland, now not nearly as much. Near Waldorf, many tobacco leaves were hung to dry in barns like these, built with panels that opened for air to accelerate the drying process. Looking at this barn, the sounds of the auctioneer cannot be far away. This barn near Port Tobacco reflects the deep roots southern Marylanders hold. Image # 36114. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941716893-XZT85EEZ0HHXJTANKQHP/36113_MD_ChesBayCrabbing_1500px.jpg Maryland - Crabbing the Chesapeake Watermen in the Chesapeake Bay work their crab traps from these work boats called deadrises. There is a love-hate relationship between the sailors and the watermen: sailors love to eat crabs, but their keels often foul the crab trap lines. I was able to show both sides in this image # 36113. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941718576-EPSN1DTLGKMIHCW00Y7G/36440_MD_Tilghman-Skipjack_1500px.jpg Maryland - Hibernating Skipjack on Tilghman's The season for Skipjacks begins November 1st. This aging lady awaits the fall to come back to life. Image # 36440. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941720303-6JP84B1R3P9O8CNU50U3/36685_MD_Brookside-Pond_1500px.jpg Maryland - The Pond at Brookside Brookside Gardens is one of the most beautiful settings in the Capital region, located north of Silver Spring, Maryland. Savor the vibrant greens of new spring growth. Enjoy this image as an antidote to stress. Better yet, go there and spend a long time there celebrating what is right with our frantic world. Image # 36685. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941721040-178R4YIZ3V0K3Y6DXHFR/36692_MD_Brookside-Gardens_1500px.jpg Maryland - Spring at Brookside Gardens Brookside Gardens is one of the most beautiful settings in the Capital region, located north of Silver Spring, Maryland. This oasis of clam in the midst of busy Montgomery County almost makes you proud to be a taxpayer. With acres of azaleas, several beautiful ponds, a large conservatory, the walking paths are waiting for you to explore and enjoy. Image # 36692. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941722166-5847RU1AW3CWFDLZFFN3/36777_MD_Annap_Wed-Night-Races_1500px.jpg Maryland - Wednesday Night Races During the warm months, many sailors come out to compete and just be on the water every Wednesday night. One of the many great things about living around Annapolis. Image # 36777. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941719094-8GKDLMJB8OL0PATLHNDA/36449_MD_Ches-Appreciation-Days_1500px.jpg Maryland - Chesapeake Appreciation Days In October, during Chesapeake Appreciation Days, there is a race among the beloved Skipjacks. These historic wooden sail-powered oyster boats were never built for racing. Add a dozen or more friends of the skipper, several coolers of adult liquid refreshment, and you get the idea. Maybe next year you might be invited aboard. It is a part of history and a unique experience. Image # 36449. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941722058-0NQT7Q5J94ARQ0FAYA7Y/37809_MD_Baltimore-Harbor_1500px.jpg Maryland - Sailing in the Ballmer Harbor Baltimore's inner harbor is a delightful place to be on a sunny afternoon, whether on shore or aboard a small sailboat. Did you know that you announce to the world that you are a native of Baltimore if you simply say "Ballmer"? Image # 37809. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941722595-FH4CDUD3785WMVD65IOH/37828_MD_Thomas-Point-Light_1500px.jpg Maryland - The Thomas Point Shoal Light The Thomas Point Shoal Light Station is a historic lighthouse on the eastern edge of the Chesapeake Bay. Located at the mouth of the South River, it is the most recognized lighthouse in Maryland. More than 100 years old, it is equipped with a foghorn as well as the light. Image # 37828. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454941815948-UG2L1M0KF9U66ZG4AR3L/image-asset.jpeg Maryland - Garden Produce This is one of the many inviting displays in Baltimore's Lexington Market. Much of what you will see is as fresh as yesterday's harvest - while part of what you will see has not changed in fifty years. Are you hungry yet? Image # 05292. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457983209574-C1GY7DWEVKHWPOLYMILK/35978_MD_Loving-Old-Barn-Waldorf_1500px.jpg Maryland - Loving the Old Barn What happens to the barn when the kids move away to the city? What happens when growing tobacco is no longer the primary cash crop? Indeed, what happens to the farm? There are poignant stories these southern Maryland "senior" barns can tell... Tobacco crops were part of the landscape since Leonard Calvert and his band of settlers landed from the Ark and the Dove more than 400 years ago. Image # 35978. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502899720353-D3VT4OLB0OPWWNPLLT0H/35097_MD_Deadrise-at-dock-in1972_3M.jpg Maryland - Deadrise at the Dock Well before dawn on Tilghman Island, this deadrise awaits the arrival of the waterman who will take her out for crabbing. Image # 35097. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502903894168-CLG1PT6LFUKIEOUJ629X/35495_MD_Tilghman-skipjack-in1980_3M.jpg Maryland - Sleeping in Summer On Tilghman Island, some of the skipjack fleet rests after working during the winter oystering season. These two are chaperoned by a deadrise in the foreground, also hibernating. Image # 35495. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502904361136-DXHZALH11I6BOWETPJ99/38119_MD_TheSilverSpring_3M.jpg Maryland - This is The Silver Spring You have heard the city name silver spring for many years - did you know that there is actually a spring there? Go find it, then reward yourself with a fine meal at Mrs. K's Tollhouse. Image # 38119. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502905080543-OCHP1UQCYPSU3GZA0WXG/39114_MD_Setting-a-Trot-Line_3M.jpg Maryland - Baiting the Trot Line Most crabbers use crab pots to harvest their catch. Old-timers and part-timers still rely on baited lines that lie in the water, holding knotted bait to which crabs attach themselves. It takes perseverance and humble fingers to keep a trot line in good order. A seasoned waterman knows just when to pull it gently in. Image # 39114. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502905609680-TOC7VYVPB5BR5J868RJ9/39115_MD_Waterman-landing_3M.jpg Maryland - Waterman Landing Working watermen need a dock for their boats, and also need an area to store their traps - which rarely smell good after being in the sun. A place far away from other people is perfect! Image # 39115. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Maryland http://hillart.com/newvermont daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287148-SOSSZAZJRF8DG826711M/00234_Queechee_Pasture_1966_1500px.jpg Vermont - Good Fences Make Good Neighbors Robert Frost had it right, and you will have to read his poem "Mending Wall" to understand. I had this poem on my mind when I made this photograph of a summer pasture in Queechee, Vermont, in 1966. Image # 00234. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287097-ULRUQIK5LD3TRIDD69A1/01861_Wdstk-CountryRoad_1500px.jpg Vermont - South Woodstock South of Woodstock, Vermont, there are several large and pristine "gentleman farms" that quietly projects a touch of class. Wouldn't you like to have this be your driveway? Image # 01861. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287506-CPD58DMTX17A45089HSH/01862_VT_SWoodstock-stone-wall_1500px.jpg Vermont - Woodstock Wall Vermont has to have the most beautiful and most plentiful stone walls. Many years ago, they were built simply to use the large stones removed from the fields so working the fields would be easier. Later, the art form of the stone wall evolved. Image # 01862. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287543-JGPOPITG7IGRE6PCT5XC/01868_Sugar_Shack_1500px.jpg Vermont - Maple Syrup for Sale In late September, the maple leaves are just staring to turn. The wood is piled up for the long sugaring process that will not commence until the sap starts to run in the late winter. But I am inclined to stand at this door to be first in line... Image # 01868. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287831-EB7YRVQDUUKSWUW39XV5/01870_VT_Pomfret_Barns_1500px.jpg Vermont - Pomfret Barns One of Vermont's most classic farmscapes is this cluster of these barns in Pomfret, north of Woodstock. As long as maple syrup isn't far away, this is as good as it gets. Image # 01870. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287790-3VXQASXJFJBI6BXRFNCZ/01875_Jenne-Farm-summer_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Jenne Farm in Summer Life Magazine once called this timeless Vermont farmscape the most-photographed farm in America. Located in South Reading near Woodstock, it's easy to see why. I made this is early morning photograph in June, knowing that other tripods will join me in the fall. There is a coffee can nailed to the tree on the left, inviting visiting tripod-owners to contribute to their electric bill. I always donate. Image # 01875. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968288190-PQ8VOXF9R6ZNN57K1RRY/01879_VT_WWdstck-LincolnBridge_1500px.jpg Vermont - West Woodstock-Lincoln Bridge This historic bridge was completed in 1865, and crosses the Ottauquechee River west of the Woodstock village. Image # 01879. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968288190-QUI2WTY2943EVVZAE2OL/01887_VT_Sonata_in_Ice_1500px.jpg Vermont - Sonata in Ice This elegant arrangement of frozen cattails is just barely in Vermont. Actually, I was standing on the frozen Connecticut River near the Vermont shore to make this photograph lit by the afterglow of the setting sun. Image # 01887. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968288922-7BSN2HP4OWC2TFF6HV0U/05670_Bull-Sign-NO_1500px.jpg Vermont - What Part of DON'T Don't You Understand? What part of DON'T don't you understand? This is the most memorable "No Trespassing" sign I have ever seen, and it is located in rural Vermont. The farmer who crafted this warning left no doubt about the boundary outsiders are asked to respect. Image # 05670. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968288806-6S00OU7OKXVXNGULERVN/08012_PatrioticFence-9606_1500px.jpg Vermont - Patriotic Fence Soon after the horrific events of 9/11, a couple painted this flag on their fence in White River Junction, as a silent statement of their love for America. Fifteen years later, it still speaks: may God bless America! Image #08012. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289058-3SDQ97SRSGL1YBLPCWCT/08013_Pomfret-patriotic-barn_1500px.jpg Vermont - Patriotic Barn As you drive along the scenic backroads north of Woodstock, Vermont, you might just come across this picturesque farmscape. I love the American flag, and immediately stopped to make this photograph. Image # 08013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289348-MVICI9ARWA11BHBUWZGX/08014_Goin-Fishin-patriotic-pond_1500px.jpg Vermont - Goin' Fishin' This patriotic pond called to me as I was driving on a back road south of Woodstock. What a great expression of love for America, in a whimsical way. And - look outside - today might just be a perfect day for you to go fishin'! Image # 08014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289248-RN05IWJJZ5K55PE2BPFC/08015_Wdstck-Barn-Flag-9874_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Golden Cow Barn North of Woodstock, I saw this barn over 170 years old - yet lovingly preserved. The flag made me stop and appreciate the strength of patriotism in rural America. Image # 08015. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289430-952OWUAU246DOJQ6AGDY/08018_WindsorCovBridge-sign_1500px.jpg Vermont - The cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge Now 150 years old, this covered bridge is in daily use by those wanting to cross the Connecticut River. But please walk your horses. Image # 08018. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289481-2JALXCEF3Q3Y02BRZYQP/35059_Lincoln-CovBridge_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Lincoln Bridge As the vivid colors of October soften into memories, this bridge over the White River west of Woodstock, Vermont remains. It is still in daily use. Ask the nearby restaurant about its fascinating history. Image # 35059. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968290031-ED2M2WU9A4EE0P2AY2DD/35068_Fall_Color_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Maples Win There is an annual competition between the maples, oaks and birches for the most vivid colors in the fall. Maples will always prevail. Image # 35068. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289790-KIMP7RX7V5QKM40Y9PBM/35070_Dairy_farm_barns_1500px.jpg Vermont - Barn on the Connecticut This classic dairy farm has no idea how photogenic it is, sitting on the western shore of the Connecticut River. It has been lovingly preserved with an outstanding paint job. Image # 35070. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968290072-Q9DOBX5PD0NKT1260I8W/35701_VT_Sugar-Shack_12M.jpg Vermont - Sugar Shack Who does not love maple syrup? When the sugar maple sap starts to run in early spring in Vermont, nostalgic buildings like this one near Woodstock spring to life for 24/7 activity. The sap is collected from maple trees, then boiled to yield various grades of syrup and candy. I would be willing to hang around and test the quality of each gallon produced... Image # 35701. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968290620-IH8MK2EPY5UB4GJ3BQY9/36028_Jenne_Farm_Fall_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Jenne Farm in Fall Life Magazine once called this timeless Vermont farmscape the most-photographed farm in America. Located in South Reading near Woodstock, it's easy to see why. I made this early morning photograph in early October, and my tripod holes have been there for many Octobers. Image # 36028. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457982700453-FQT2PG49AMBCL2TJDRN7/36080_Stowe-Snow-Abstract_1500px.jpg Vermont - Stowe Snow What should you do while you are waiting in a line to ride the chairlift to the top of the mountain in Stowe, Vermont? I loved the abstract drift that was shoulder-high several feet away. I forgot his place in line, and made this photograph while on skis. Image # 36080. http://hillart.com/newscotland daily 0.75 2019-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1559992925455-WRI4V6CD4561DB3CF430/08388_Scot-Inverlochy-9410_3M.jpg Scotland - Inverlochy Castle Hotel Inverlochy Castle has its own loch in front, and is backed by Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. The grandeur of this historic hotel and fine dining only add to the beauty of its dramatic landscape. Queen Victoria said she “never saw a lovelier or more romantic spot.” Image #08388. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559045008-2BO7GUSZDRHKBSP1USM3/07974_Tobermory-dreamy-boat-9610_1500px.jpg Scotland - The Floating Boat I loved the elegant simplicity of this lonely boat, floating on the still waters of Tobermory harbor. Who does she belong to? When will someone come to enjoy her? Is she the dinghy for a lovely large sailboat out in the channel? Questions, but no answers. Image # 07974. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559045061-MC9WHMSPFBD1CTIN675W/07973_Tobermory-pastel-row-9589_1500px.jpg Scotland - Will Anchor for Chocolate This is the long row of pastel buildings on the Tobermory harbor on the Ilse of Mull. What a compliment to the chocolate maker that the skipper of the sailboat came right over at high tide to restock his chocolates! Image 07973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559045414-KU1YTG0P5CBPKWQ6FP0O/07975_Tobermory-boats-9603_1500px.jpg Scotland - The Fishing Group These colorful boats are working fishing boats, and have to watch the tides to avoid being stranded when the tide recedes. The Cafe Fish in the background always has the catch of the day! Image # 07975. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1559993219679-XOKV612AVVNTO5JOY4MK/08390_Scot-Glamis-9224_4M.jpg Scotland - Historic Glamis Castle Glamis Castle connects Britain's royalty through 10 centuries, from Macbeth to the late Queen Mother, mother of Queen Elizabeth. This was the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth. Image #08390. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559045566-95YQN2W4236JVK8CALXY/07976_Tobermory-anchor-9545_1500px.jpg Scotland - Tobermory Anchors Tobermory has been an active harbor for hundreds of years. The Isle of Mull has relied on ships for its livelihood long before tourists took the ferry over to then take pictures and leave. Linger and think about the changes in our world since these relics were in active use. Image # 07976. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559045684-7EL51IVMBGADE0R80EB3/07977_Tobermory-panorama-9563_1500px.jpg Scotland - Tobermory Panorama The harbor in Tobermory is bordered by these beautifully colored homes. It makes this Scottish isle very special. Image # 07977. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559045859-GC283XF5ZAZ5V1HNWYH0/07979_Stirling-Castle-7512_1500px.jpg Scotland - Stirling Castle The beautifully restored Stirling Castle was the childhood home of Mary, Queen of Scots. It is one of the finest Renaissance Palaces in the United Kingdom. Its magnificent strategic position on a steep-sided crag made it the grandest prize in the Scots Wars of Independence in the 13th century. Image # 07979. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1559993247465-C7UPK0ERZ6Y0NX7PBS30/08391_Scot-Selkirk-gatehouse-9181_4M.jpg Scotland - The Gatehouse On a country road in Selkirkshire sits this imposing gatehouse. Far up the drive beyond sits a castle that visitors will not see. And the sheep aren’t talking. Just enjoy the gatehouse! Image #08391. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559046056-RLB2KD1IWLRCUPH9B9TK/07980_Edinburgh-Castle-9295_1500px.jpg Scotland - The Castle on the Hill From this vantage point, you can see one third of the Edinburgh castle complex. Then the Royal Mile descends gently down the hill to the left, ending at the Palace. Fascinating evidence of a rugged history for this capital city. Image # 07980. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1559993189848-WGXYWG77L6OOES6UC0P0/08389_Scot-Leslie-patio-9396_4M.jpg Scotland - The Patio at Leslie Castle What a lovely spot to sit and inhale the history of this ancient castle. Blooming flowers in the spring sure help! Image #08389. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559046128-JU9M7TYO9OTO0W55MRWU/07981_Edinburgh-Castle-9333_1500px.jpg Scotland - Edinburgh Castle This large castle complex dominates the skyline of Edinburgh, and has been very well restored/preserved. This castle is the symbolic heart of Scotland. Image # 07981. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559045861-OI620CY4OCBI3TDFYXXO/07978_Tobermory-navy%2B3colors-9618_1500px.jpg Scotland - Tobermory Trio The perfect combination of high tide and calm winds allow this colorful setting to perform. This is the harbor of Tobermory, on the Scottish Ilse of Mull. Image # 07978. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559046391-T82U5ZL4N5M3VB4VEWI4/07982_Edinburgh-Castle-9385_1500px.jpg Scotland - The Princes Fountains These fountains are prominent in the Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh. They are ornate and interesting in any light, whether the water is flowing or not. Image # 07982. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559046421-QYEM8QUFHS6CGOCOGNNX/07984_Dunkeld-bench-9398_1500px.jpg Scotland - The Bench in Dunkeld It is very tempting to sit on this bench in Dunkeld, with the cathedral behind you and the river in front - and listen to the rushing water accompanied only by the rhodo in bloom. Tranquil indeed! Image # 07984. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559046594-1T7VX7HS6IYD64IQZO0Y/07985_Eilean-Donan-Castle-9471_1500px.jpg Scotland - Eileen Donan Castle This is one of the most romantic castles in Scotland. Eilean Donan Castle guards the confluence of three lochs, and is connected to the mainland by the stone-arched bridge. It was originally built in AD1200 for Alexander II as a defense against the Vikings, and has appeared in many Hollywood movies. Image # 07985. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559046733-4RRJOJOBNU5JRQC0YZJV/07986_Skye-Portree-9538_1500px.jpg Scotland - Portree Harbor Portree is the main village on the Ilse of Skye, and its harbor changes appearance with every high and low tide. Skye has an earned reputation for rugged beauty and a variety of fascinating things to do. Image # 07986. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559046851-CACJWWXA72E4J246UANF/07987_Stirling-Castle-bagpiper-9722_1500px.jpg Scotland - The Stirling Bagpiper What's wrong with this picture? Here is a very traditional door near the Stirling Castle, and a handsome bagpiper in full traditional attire, who is preparing to create a selfie in the absence of any tourists who want to be photographed with him. The times - they are a'changing! Image # 07987. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455559047177-T7OBGHXCMJ8I2BGJU9C2/08114_Mull-open-road-rocks-7295_1500px.jpg Scotland - Rocks in the Highlands Scotland is known for rugged beauty. I stopped to admire this lake scene and found these elaborate rock formations. Here are more questions than answers. Image # 08114. http://hillart.com/new-off-the-beaten-path daily 0.75 2016-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619077235-YW76V33UNGBCTAV9BDFC/01002_DC_Fireworks-on-Fourth_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - By Rockets' Red Glare Fireworks are always fun to watch, and one of the best vantage points to watch the annual display over the mall is from the Virginia shore. I found this subject to be very difficult to photograph (due to the extremes of light from the firework blossoms and firework strobes), yet it showcases a patriotic view of our Nations Capital. Image # 01002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619077401-WMNY5ZGJWP4ISKATZ3SX/01050_DC_Georgetown_Univ_aerial_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Georgetown University I made this photograph from a helicopter to show Georgetown University presiding over the Potomac River from the high ground above. There are often interesting activities at the historic boathouse on the shore. Image # 01050. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619077613-HKJW2RCJ5V326D8PDDHW/01051_DC_GeorgetownU-Kayaks_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Georgetown Kayaks I made this photograph from a helicopter, with Georgetown University presiding over the Potomac River from the high ground above. Some people find this very relaxing and a unique way to enjoy the Potomac. Several kayakers actively waved at the artist - not to be friendly, but to suggest he take his downdraft somewhere else! Image # 01051. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619077731-FVBDB8IQPLEXFF6BDFDE/01059_DC_Kennedy-Center-from-air_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - The Kennedy Center The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has become an icon for culture in Washington, hosting more than 2,000 performances each year. Enjoy the counterpoint of the massive building confronted by the tiny sunfish in the foreground. Image # 01059. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619078359-AY8LEPE4MH4U2VM0A8QQ/01066_DC_Potomac-Shells_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Shells on the Potomac I had the door removed from a helicopter so I could make this image of shells moving up river near Georgetown University on a summer morning. Yes, it's a job. Image # 01066. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619078725-21JXXBSW3CRSUZX89LUO/01165_DC_Einstein_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - The Original Nerd Professor Albert Einstein was indeed the original nerd. Perhaps the most popular statue in Washington, DC is this lovable likeness of the Professor. Crafted by sculptor Robert Berks using a palette technique, the professor is sitting there larger than life, and apparently spent his entire life having a bad hair day. In this portrait, I take you to visit with my favorite professor - who does not even care if you show up for class. Image # 01165. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619078520-NJ1AKW652LXNACQ253WX/01177_DC_Morning-on-Mall_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Morning on the Mall Just like gardens in Paris, you can have the Mall to yourself to enjoy if you go very early. This is my favorite time to be in the city, before Starbucks arouses the power people. Walk or jog around the monuments and museums, with the Capitol at one end and the Washington Monument at the other - you will be reminded that this indeed is a special place. Image # 01177. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619078967-9GIZ2B2SUKX6936SWRJE/02283_VA_GreatFalls_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Great Falls of the Potomac This panoramic image conveys the power of the Potomac River as it descends through Great Falls at dawn. Virginia is on your left and Maryland is on your right. Many people consider Great Falls National Park to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls before it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge enroute to the city of Washington. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619079427-YRWZQGMHLAZDP8GLMCPH/02295_DC_Georgetown-Shells_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Racing Shells This looks like a very close race, and it looks a lot easier than it really is. These shells are skimming over the Potomac near Georgetown as lazy artist Wayne Hill observed from the Key Bridge. Image # 02295. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619079452-LVLY0E4E3LC3F0CGGWD7/02341_DC_CandO_Canal_Fletchers_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - The C&O Canal at Fletchers The C&O Canal is a holdover from 175 years ago, when barge freighters drawn by mules carried cargo from the Potomac all the way to the Ohio River. Now we enjoy it for recreation. Walk or jog along the towpath, or rent a boat or canoe and travel in the slow lane on the canal. It's waiting for you. Image # 02341. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619079519-83J3PA1CA0FXOVM3MXGN/05412_VA_PotomacShells_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Early Morning Workout If you happen upon the Virginia shore of the Potomac River before sunrise, you will often see shells practicing for crew races. I know they are sleek and graceful from a distance, although they extract serious effort if you are in one! Image # 05412. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619079663-N6I2SG3B97ID4D3V5SC6/35341_Cycling-near-Tidal-Basin_1500px52M.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Cycling Around the Tidal Basin Valentine's Day creates interesting options for couples. These two chose to circumnavigate the Tidal Basin on their bikes soon after a snowfall. I made this photograph while I was still in grad school, and it was chosen by Hallmark for a greeting card. I've never seen the card, but their royalty check to me did clear the bank. Image # 35341. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619080615-312LON0I8K23TENQ8AWA/36276_VA_Marine-Marathon_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - The Marine Corps Marathon One of the most respected races in America is the Marine Corps Marathon. Here is the winner crossing the finish line on the top of the hill at Iwo Jima. in amazing time. To runners approaching the end of a grueling race, that final hill is a mountain. Image # 36276. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619080225-W47U37ZO0J5CYAPASTDM/36331_DC_Ducks-ReflectingPool_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Reflections of Lincoln This reflection is nearly an abstract, and caught the artist's eye early one morning, as he walked around the Reflecting Pool. He was testing a telephoto lens, which compressed the elements into a compelling composition. Image # 36331. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619081186-C6BHPRA83W618UZD9FLO/36518_DC_Frisbees-on-Mall_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Your Tax Dollars at Work Up, up and away! This was a one-hour summer attempt by U.S. Senate staffers to earn a place in the Guinness Book for the most Frisbees in the air at one place at one time. This took place on a field where the American Indian Museum now sits, and It was successful: your tax dollars work hard! Image # 36518. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619081063-UXPDEAYOOM8RGK6IMT5D/36630_DC_Lafayette-%26-White_House_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Lafayette Salutes The Revolutionary War hero Marquis de Lafayette presides over his square, and seems to be wishing each occupant of the White House the best of luck in moving our great country forward. Image # 36630. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619081839-2KIYG5R64JIYBAVFBW23/36671_DC_C%26O-townhouses_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Along the Canal There are wonderful town homes (in the true sense of the word) along the C&O Canal in Georgetown, with excellent restaurants nearby. Take a stroll and imagine what this area must have looked like when the canal was actually in operation 150 years ago. Image # 36671. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619082092-Q6WNBGSYL2T4ZHM4QJU0/36700_VA_Marine-Bugle-Corps_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Marine Bugle Corps Few gatherings of people are more impressive than Marines in dress uniforms. These musicians were playing near the finish line for the Marine Marathon. The weekly "parades" that the Marines perform at Iwo Jima and at the Navy Yard are memorable. The Marines indeed are the few and the proud. Image # 36700. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619082383-XEM2NKYZNCFDSHYESAKV/36704_DC_Eagle-on-Federal-Reserve_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Proud and Strong This may well be the most imposing eagle in the Nation's Capital, surveying Constitution Avenue from atop the Federal Reserve headquarters. Artist Wayne Hill believes this is the only eagle free from protective wires on other buildings that are used to deter pigeons. Image # 36704. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619083084-FGS0YFFCRJ7BPI2BBUZA/36979_DC_Fireworks-over-Monuments_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Fireworks on the Fourth Spectacular, patriotic, memorable. Enough said. Image # 36979. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619083130-47K9FZGNKY9A8KOLLSY4/37063_DC_Metro-Center_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Metro Center The pulse of the Metro system in Washington, DC is the two-level Metro Center. It is tolerated by many commuters and loved by many visitors, and after millions of passenger miles still retains a clean, contemporary look. Image # 37063. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457371205274-JU5SKUYB0FX186RRYVPG/36513_DC_Skiing-to-Lincoln_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Skiing to the Lincoln This is a whimsical example of the spontaneous fun you can have in Washington, D.C. When the snow arrives, leave your car in your driveway, make the best of the weather by strapping on your boards - and making lemonade. Image # 36513. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503941175670-HCJDP9QM6DWIEP2ZXEQ5/04926_DC_Eraser_Humor_3M.jpg new Off the Beaten Path - Typewriter Eraser This whimsical sculpture was crafted in 1999 by Oldenburg and van Bruggen. Made of stainless steel and fiberglass, nearly 7 feet high, it is located in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. Sorry to say I actually used one of these (normal size) when making corrections on a manual typewriter. Image # 04926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg new Off the Beaten Path http://hillart.com/newmassachusetts daily 0.75 2021-08-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947046931-PDV0ZD1FKUPI10WOG9A1/01824_Motif-%231-Rockport_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Motif Number One Motif Number One is the name for the maroon fishing shack on Bradley Wharf in the harbor town of Rockport, Massachusetts. This shack became a favorite subject of painters due to the location's composition and as a symbol of New England maritime work ethic. The Rockport Chamber of Commerce recognized its iconic value, preserved and painted it, removed overhead wires and signs, and has sponsored art competitions to draw visitors to the town. It has been destroyed by more than one "Nor'Easter" storm and has been rebuilt each time. Today just might be the perfect day to go lobstering on the Genny W. Image # 01836. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1562006897722-CV33DGKC6G4ECVCK7CJ3/08392_Nantucket_harbor-9775_4M.jpg Massachusetts - Nantucket Harbor This may be the prettiest of more than five harbors on Nantucket. Most sailboats are anchored off-shore, and this one features cute shops to explore. Image #08392. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1562006910243-4WO3B7BBL75CXJKJBK1J/08393_Nantucket_red-punt-9723_4M.jpg Massachusetts - The Red Dory The actual name on the stern of this little guy is “SunkenShip”, which I found to be a little premature and too important a name for this cute baby rowboat. It has been the subject in a dozen paintings in galleries around the Nantucket harbor. Image #09723. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1544448571142-LLQ65O9K8W3DAN2UO1IG/08369_Boston-AcornSt-onBeaconHill-8062_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Private Way Very few streets in America are still made of cobblestones. Acorn Street in Boston is one, and is a gem. Image # 08369. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1562006920274-76CXBA51IX6FG2Z95HAL/08394_Nantucket_shops-9744_4M.jpg Massachusetts - The Love Shack You may have heard the song by this title, but I’ll bet you have never actually seen the Love Shack. It is small and cute - exactly what you would expect to find on Nantucket. Image #08394. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1562006930978-YQ9T1SGNQPORL3MP4H51/08395_Nantucket-hydrangeas-9697_4M.jpg Massachusetts - Hydrangeas in Nantucket The moist air, along with the near-ideal temperature give these perfect blossoms every chance to star in a town that has lots of flowers. Look but don’t touch. Image #08395. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947046966-OVIU89U1NQNMAMAP0DVG/01827_Rockport-Motif%231_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Motif #1 This iconic building, a former bait house, has been the subject of more paintings and photographs than any other building on the New England coast that is not a lighthouse. It anchors the harbor in Rockport, Massachusetts and is an old friend to countless artists. This icon became so important for town commerce that when a hurricane blew down the original building, it was promptly rebuilt and reigns today. Image # 01827. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947047793-FV21GSLO01N7HI04MNDG/01886_Frost-on-grass-1965_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - First Frost October tiptoes in to take over the landscape in Massachusetts from September. Maple leaves often demand attention and usually deserve it. Image # 01886. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947047467-UOTE14KISNAFAVIEQIKC/03859_MV-MenemshaHbr_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - The Sherry Lynn In Menemsha harbor on Martha's Vineyard, lobster boats are loaded with traps to be rotated on their route. One more cup of Joe and the Sherry Lynn will be guided on another day of Lobster hunting. Image # 03859. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947047815-79MLFL8BY5M8IZC5UFI6/03873_MV-MenemshaHbr_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Morning in Menemsha This sleepy harbor on Martha's Vineyard will wait out the foggy start to another day of lobstering. Image # 03873. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947048028-MEE1QN8MRCC9CWYU3C0U/03883_MV-EdgartonChairs_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Edgartown Chairs Here are four reasons to slow down, grab your Kindle and a cold drink, and contemplate life. The porch on the Harbor View Hotel is a lovely spot on Martha's Vineyard. Image # 03883. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947048236-TUSXIHO1HOAFXAS0VMSI/04646_NorthShoreBench_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - North Shore Bench This bench lives not far from Marblehead, Massachusetts, just beckoning you to come a sit a spell. Give it a try. Image # 04646. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947049104-HJC18RVIMPYSR5YX0XT7/07434_MA_Boston-AcornSt_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Acorn Street Acorn Street in Boston is a treasure. The lower section of it features these classic iron ornamental stair dividers. Image # 07434. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947049067-UIFH5HYPJV38RTQ38E07/07435_Boston-Swans_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Boston Public Garden In Boston's Public Garden, these historic Swan Boats have delighted visitors for more than 130 years. Unique in the world, they are a memorable part of the Boston experience. Image # 07435. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947049292-9Y1UO51DAS7EJI85TLWD/07551_MarthasV-lobsters-1998-06G_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Ford's Lobsters When you are on Martha's Vineyard and are hungry for lobsters, there's a good chance that Ford's will be in your very near future. Image # 07551. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947049507-YUABGL4GU05HUHO77MGA/08029_MA_Boston-skyline_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - The Boston Skyline We are used to seeing Boston from behind the wheel, or on foot. I had not seen the city from the nearby harbor - impressive! Image # 08029. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947049545-WTS6U8CMO0DZU3C3QGJZ/35531_Motif%231-Rockport_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Low Tide in Rockport Here is the gentle light of dawn in Rockport, Massachusetts, with low tide as well. A tranquil start to another day for the working lobstermen who call this picturesque port their home. The burgundy Motif #1 presides over the harbor and all is well. I love this place. Image # 35531. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947049940-EBYA5AGEH464BYJ3CHFS/35561_Walden-Pond-Fall_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Walden Pond Renowned writer Henry David Thoreau built a small cabin near this pond in eastern Massachusetts, and recorded his thoughts and experiences over the course of two years in residence. He surely enjoyed the performance of the maples in October. Image # 35561. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454947052127-4Z0COXCNHQ83J19YKWKK/38118_Stone-Wall-667-246_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Wellesley Wall Robert Frost often wrote about stone walls, which are practical and attractive in New England. This one west of Boston, between Wellesley and Sherborn, attracted my eye. Image # 38118. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1544448699643-O35CXSQWZM5I3V5YSGIQ/08370_Boston-AcornSt-onBeaconHill-8057_1500px.jpg Massachusetts - Are There Still Acorns? Long ago in the horse-drawn transportation era, towering oak trees delivered shade (and acorns) to the cobblestone street and stately homes along it. This is still a delightful walk in Boston. Image # 08370. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Massachusetts http://hillart.com/newnew-york daily 0.75 2016-03-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958665120-5B45X7ZPR8UVZEWNMC6G/05480_NY_Adirondack-Chairs-617pan_1500px.jpg New York - Indian Summer I found these white Adirondack chairs calling him on a warm October afternoon in Adirondack State Park, NY. After I made this large-format panoramic photograph, I yielded to temptation and relaxed a while on the shore of Blue Mountain Lake. Second chair from the left. Will you join me? Image # 05480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958665131-WBGOJEHTJI7VHPPRAS7Y/05485_NY_Saranac-Lake-617pan_1500px.jpg New York - Saranac Lake I love the sweet light of dawn, and waded out into the shallow waters of Lake Saranac to compose this large-format panorama. One of the many visual treats in Adirondack State Park, NY. Image # 05485. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958665491-NKO38SKB0OJ8VJFK2XD6/05492_NY_BlueMtnDawn_1500px.jpg New York - Blue Mountain Dawn Blue Mountain Lake lies in the southwestern area of the vast Adirondacks State Park in New York. I spotted possibilities late one afternoon, and realized it would be splendid in early morning light. What I didn't know was the likelihood of heavy fog before sunrise. That explained the smile on the face of the man who said, "sure - use the canoe as early as you like." I paddled to this island in the pre-dawn fog to be ready when the sun burned through. Image # 05492. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958666004-KRNF7OBQT9OGDOQETTJ7/05496_NY_+Falling_Water_1500px.jpg New York - Falling Water This complex waterfall is located at the end of a hike in New York's Adirondack State Park. This picturesque waterway meanders through thick forest and rugged terrain. Yet I could not get Frank Lloyd Wright's magnificent Pennsylvania home out of my mind. Listen - do you hear it? Image # 05496. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958666203-RTM01EA1Y9Q1JK3PMW2V/05647_NY_Maples-and-Birches_1500px.jpg New York - Maples and Birches Near the banks of the Hudson River in the southern Adirondack State Park in New York, the maples and birches compete for attention. I will take them both, especially at the peak of fall foliage. Large-format panoramic image # 05647. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958666219-HB5WCGABXF4DX9NSTCTH/06042_NYC_FlatironBldg5048_1500px.jpg New York - Flatiron and Flowers The flowers at the base of the Flatiron Building in New York City offer a gentle counterpoint to the classic architecture of this gem. Image # 06042. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958666432-4EO18SUD0OW5KPUDSBF6/06043_NYC_Flatiron_Bldg_5028_1500px.jpg New York - The Flatiron Building This closeup of the upper floors of the Flatiron Building in New York City isolates its classic lines from the rest of the city. Image # 06043. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958666328-IUIQ4D0N2EV24HDLTQPU/06044_NYC_BrooklynBr_5062_1500px.jpg New York - The Brooklyn Bridge Here is the famous Brooklyn Bridge with the Manhattan Bridge and the skyline of Manhattan in the background. Completed in 1883, it spans the East River and connects Brooklyn with Manhattan. Image # 06044. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958666521-HKJOR6035215Y5QELOQH/06045_NYC_ManhattanBr_5059_1500px.jpg New York - Brooklyn Park The foreground features the delightful Brooklyn Park looking out to the Manhattan Bridge and New York City beyond. The Brooklyn Bridge is just to the right of this panorama. Wait until the couple moves on from the bench by the water - and take their place... Image # 06045. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958666571-CXVCUXV2Z2SAWQSDP2RA/06046_NYC_ManhattanBr_5056_1500px.jpg New York - The Manhattan Bridge The Manhattan Bridge spans the East River and connects Brooklyn with New York City. Within this image are many treats for an architect's eye. Image # 6046. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454958666762-3298BPFUXSBQWG1MIXF3/06837_NY_Adirond_ElkLakeDawn_1500px.jpg New York - Dawn at Elk Lake Along the shores of New York's Elk Lake, near North Hudson, a 12,000-acre private forest preserve is nestled in the heart of the High Peaks. This was described by the National Geographic as "the jewel of the Adirondacks". Enjoy the solitude of this tranquil wilderness resort. Image # 06837. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960733058-VASKEWN8V7DZYFRQ27YZ/07405_NY_StockExchange_1500px.jpg New York - The New York Stock Exchange The NYSE was created in 1817 by the pioneers of Wall Street in New York City. Member companies now number over 500 and come from 46 countries around the world. This historic building houses the vital stock exchange that is now electronic yet continues to symbolize American capitalism around the world. Image # 07405. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503935013601-DRAHYNYNJ7VJLEIDWO4Y/08287_NY_NYStockExchange-1201D6_3M.jpg New York - Colorful View of the NYSE Most of the time, the dignified front of the New York Stock Exchange is rather gray. On July 4th, it was colorfully patriotic. Image # 08287. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg New York http://hillart.com/newiceland daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314768368-WMJN99V4ABA1JTN7RY4O/07148_old-harbor-boat_983_1500px.jpg Iceland - Icelandic Fishing Boat The Old Harbor in Reykjavik lies between the city and the mountains. This fishing boat is smaller than most of the other working boats in the harbor, but it must know how elegant it looks while resting before its next trip. Image # 07148. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314768475-T7BSWPOV3UPDYUWEWD0P/07149_Lava-Waterfall_1500px.jpg Iceland - Lava Waterfalls At Iceland's impressive Lava Waterfalls, the strong flow of water seems to seep out of the broad lava formations. Image # 07149. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314768961-FM2LK44C36XYQCC51ZB0/07150_Rooftops-of-Reykjavik_1500px.jpg Iceland - Rooftops of Reykavik The view of the city and the nearby mountains is spectacular from the top of the Hallgrimskirkja Cathedral. Image # 07150. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314769239-FYGNLSUBQ4DY7J1PEKYF/07151_Hallgrimskirkja_church_1500px.jpg Iceland - Hallgrimskirkja The Hallgrimskirkja Cathedral is a spectacular architectural landmark inside and out. An imposing statue of Nordic explorer Leif Ericson guards the front of the courtyard. From the observation deck near the top, you can enjoy a 360 view of Reykjavik below. Image # 07151. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314769500-GXPGSUYTELFKYYOA8X5B/07152_Geyser-spout_1500px.jpg Iceland - Geothermal Beauty There are numerous geyser spouts all over Iceland, visual symbols of a very hot core underneath the surface. The irregular eruptions take patience to photograph, as this one lasted only two seconds. Image # 07152. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314769684-7BLVQEGCZTOSWCILFM93/07964_Glacier-snowscape_1500px.jpg Iceland - Glacier Snowscape If this is spring in Iceland, imagine how cold winter must look. Greenland is actually icier than Iceland, but this glacier field will do for now. Image # 07964. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314769998-EAOS42FEAJHHMHIG9RW9/07965_Hilton-Stairwell_1500px.jpg Iceland - Spiral Staircase The Hilton in Reykjavik has a very contemporary staircase. I first enjoyed it as "art", then after a fine bottle of wine, I saw it as a major challenge to climb up to my room. Image # 07965. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314770291-XTIZ3EUVFIMFU0CFZ774/07966_Geiser-pipes_1500px.jpg Iceland - Geothermal Pipes A little-known but impressive fact about Iceland: nearly all buildings are heated by the hot water generated from thermal features and piped across many miles to reach their destination. Image # 07966. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314770525-1DS3AP2HTZLXMWDY2AM6/07967_Gullfoss-waterfalls_1500px.jpg Iceland - Gullfoss Waterfalls These two waterfalls traverse the Gullfoss Gorge in Iceland's main national park. Hard layers of basalt laval form the edges of both waterfalls, formed soon after the mid-Ice Age. Image #07967. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455314770692-AX0C4JXTZ5N8ONGAG7MF/07968_sculpture_242_1500px.jpg Iceland - The Sun Voyager This wonderful sculpture sits near the main harbor of Reykjavik, and indeed beckons the sun to linger. Image # 07968. http://hillart.com/newmalta daily 0.75 2016-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452934483-1D499FGOG71UA4MPYJEE/06876_Valetta_harbor_3443_1500px.jpg Malta - Fishing Boats in Valetta Valletta is the capital of Malta, an island country just south of Sicily. It is a delightful city steeped in history. The vivid colors of these fishing boats give no indication of the hard work for which they are used in harvesting fish for the many seafood restaurants on the island. Image # 06876. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452933935-XAGONUGS987UURY33CUW/07171_Valetta-Lonardo-Boat_1500px.jpg Malta - You Named Your Boat What? If you don't gotta lotta Euros, paint your little boat vivid colors and give it an amazing name... Image # 07171. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452934632-WMMGT7U6PK5WXTSK0OAY/07181_Malta-Gozo_3398_1500px.jpg Malta - Rugged Gozo Gozo is a small island that is a part of the nation of Malta. The northern coast is rugged and dramatic. Image # 07181. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452934850-KDHHYCF4YRMSB6CIRWEC/07182_Malta-Gozo_happy-flag_1500px.jpg Malta - Formula for Long Life This wonderful flag greeted the artist in Victoria, on the island of Gozo in Malta. Great international advice! Image # 07182. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452934885-CWKM5RW3LWIWALQSIG47/07183_Malta-Gozo_street19_1500px.jpg Malta - Ready for the Festival Villages in the Med take their festivals seriously. Here is the main street in Mgarr on the island of Gozo, nation of Malta. Image # 07183. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452935193-A0Y6KFEN1VYIP44XKJ3H/07194_Malta-Valetta_harbor_1500px.jpg Malta - The Harbor in Valletta Each island has its "fishing boat personality". Here is the fishing harbor in Valletta, on the island of Malta. Image # 07194. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452935170-AYKTCFCR3QZ5MVJMD9I4/07195_Malta-Valetta_building_1500px.jpg Malta - Valletta Architecture Near the entrance to the harbor in Valletta is this group of classic buildings. Occupied successively by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, Arabs, French and British, Malta has been of strategic importance throughout history. Image # 07195. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452935517-24KDON1IE22UHBYB6P8G/07196_Malta-Valetta_arch_1500px.jpg Malta - Arches in Valletta In the old section of Valletta, time stands still. Malta's rich heritage is reflected in its architecture. Image # 07196. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452935477-59Q79Z05FRCW6O44F9EY/07197_Malta-Valetta_rooftops_1500px.jpg Malta - Rooftops of Valletta Most of the time, we are on a street or sidewalk looking up at buildings. To look down on rooftops gives a fascinating perspective. Image # 07197. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452935659-3THH160G2O15FWYP7V0K/07198_Malta-Valetta_old%26new_1500px.jpg Malta - Waterfront in Valletta Amazing contrasts in this view of the harbor in Valletta! Behind the mega-yacht are the medieval walls of the old city. In front are local families practicing for gondola races later in the week. Image # 07198. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452935774-9UPDPL21YABGVNEGEUVQ/07199_Malta-Valetta_dusk_1500px.jpg Malta - Evening in Valletta The Valletta harbor glows at dusk approaches. The work of the day is done, now it is time to relax and watch the gentle waves reflecting the lights on the water. Image # 07199. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452935891-85N942Z773EVMBYPCERF/07200_Malta-Valetta_street_1500px.jpg Malta - A Street in Valletta This is one of the loveliest streets in Valletta, with stately residences above lovely shops and tempting restaurants. Image # 07200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455452935915-4X2ODNON9YKBWR7XIA87/07201_Malta-Valetta_walled-city_1500px.jpg Malta - The Walls of Valletta As you enter the harbor of Valletta, the first impression is the massive walls built centuries ago to defend the city from the succession of invading naval forces. Image # 07201. http://hillart.com/newlandscapes daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640393926-NNGBPDI4J1GH7PXD1ZJV/01200_PA_Longwood-Gazebo_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - The Gazebo at Longwood Longwood Gardens is a magnificent legacy created by the DuPont family, and this pond is perhaps the most romantic spot in the vast gardens. Located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, I love to wander in this oasis of man-made nature. Image # 01200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640394353-1BVIOQTY72DA97B9VF38/01313_CO_Summer-in-SanJuans_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Summer in the San Juans Skier-in-recovery Wayne Hill knows that Colorado offers wonderful skiing, yet is even more enjoyable to explore in the summer. This vista of the San Juan mountains awaits you as you begin your adventure on Million Dollar Road north of Telluride. Unspoiled and magnificent, between Ouray and Telluride, it is well worth the drive to be there! Image # 01313. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640394137-2ZNS6D91BM01WPWP5PFK/01528_CO_Gem-Lake_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Gem Lake This delightful lake is the reward for a two-hour hike north of Estes Park, Colorado in Rocky Mountain National Park. I sure appreciated the treat after the uphill climb to reach this spot, as it indeed is a gem! Image # 01528. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640394307-L0JACO047DUDATUK8OHF/01632_DE_Maple-Brook-Farm_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Maple Brook Farm I made this patriotic farmscape in 1995, years before 9/11/01. Located in Delaware, It seems even more powerful today. Image # 01632. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640394956-ZRRIRZNEJJXWFVBBQXY7/01658_NH_Shelburne-Birches_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - The Shelburne Birches This classic stand of birches and maples in northeastern New Hampshire is your invitation to spend time with me in New England during the fall foliage performance each October. You will learn that fine art and fine maple syrup are co-dependent... Image # 01658. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640395560-9XNNSSVSX6V9HA4FUJIU/01809_ME_JordanPond-Bubbles_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Jordan Pond Near the center of Mount Desert Island, Maine, lies this delightful pond. At one end are the twin sensual peaks called The Bubbles, while at the other sits the Jordan Pond House, known for its memorable popovers. John Rockefeller built carriage trails around this pond, which today are great for hiking and biking. Did I mention those hot popovers fifty yards away? Image # 01809. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640395106-9BX302WVK9L3LXEYSMPF/01957_CA_Yose-Inspiration-Pt_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Inspiration Point in Yosemite This is the most popular vantage point to view the remarkable valley in Yosemite National Park, in the eastern edge of California. El Capitan dominates the left, and Half Dome teases you to enter the valley and stay. This point is very well-named. Image # 01957. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640395286-UKNGNSVJ4XTX52T4CARM/02221_VA_Mabry-Mill_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Morning at the Mabry Mill Do you need stress relief? Slow down beside the rhodos and the old millpond at the Mabry Mill, located at milepost 181 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in southwest Virginia. The National Park Service lists the Parkway as the most visited site in the National Park system. Yet this image offers a wonderful sense of calm and a healthy dose of nostalgia. I can also recommend the pancakes in the restaurant 100 yards behind my tripod... Image # 02221. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640396476-PMLSIQ0MJ40S5U9B691H/04728_IT_AmalfiCoast-Tree_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - The Most Famous Tree in Italy High above the fabled Amalfi coast, in the tiny village of Ravello, lies a collection of elegant homes and hotels. This is the view from the Il Giardino of the renowned Villa Rufolo, looking out over the southern coast below. This spot is one of my favorite vantage points in all of Italy. Image # 04728. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640396081-LAU7QQ1VFFZRNJSSQ7G4/05232_AK_Denali-the-Great-One_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Denali, The Great One McKinley is the tallest mountain in North America, and is 20 miles away from its remarkable reflection in Wonder Lake. I was lucky to make this image in the summer, when "The Mountain" is rarely clear. Image # 05232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640396938-8KPYNBXEXPLII1DCKFMG/05522_CO_Fall-Maroon-Bells_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Autumn at the Maroon Bells Nestled among the majestic peaks of the Elk Mountain Range, the Maroon Bells are among the most photogenic of the hundreds of mountains in Colorado. A pair of "14'ers" make up the Bells, whose beauty is visually doubled by Maroon Lake.They really stand out in this early morning photograph Wayne Hill, amid the vivid colors of autumn. Image # 05522. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640396831-MEM2GGZZCJ8HMJIN5BQK/05643_AZ_GC-Sunset_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Grand Canyon sunset Do you remember when eight crayons were all the colors you needed? Few places on our planet deliver the myriad of colors or the sense of wonder that happens at the unspoiled North Rim of the Grand Canyon, ideally recorded in this image made just after sundown. I sure found this magnificent vista well worth the long drive and hike to be there. Image # 05643. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640397306-3YGZZI5MWEUH5MS61TZ2/05846_WY_Mt-Moran-Morning_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Morning at Mount Moran Enjoy the sound of silence as a new day begins in the Grand Tetons. I love this bend in the Snake River, which perfectly frames Mount Moran. If you listen carefully, you might hear the bugle of an elk . . . Image # 05846. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640397638-C3Z7C1KX4V36VJSXNDEE/05877_WY_Grand-Tetons_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - The Grand Tetons I love this classic view from the landing on the Snake River, where the Tetons are truly grand. The quiet of dawn enhances one's respect for these majestic mountains, among the most dramatic in America. Image # 05877. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640398688-HW9O5SBS8IQM3Y10APSP/06187_IT_Under-Tuscan-Sun_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Under the Tuscan Sun Wandering through Tuscany is close to heaven for a wine-lover. This classic field sits east of Montalcino, and captured my fancy early one morning. Ask me to tell you the story about my wet pants. Image # 06187. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640398239-KZUYHVCZ44CRZUYGNLGU/06535_AZ_Cathedral-Rock-Sedona_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Sedona Country The cinnamon rock formations surrounding Sedona, Arizona made it a popular movie set for many westerns, and was one of John Wayne's favorite locations. Cathedral Rock is near the center of this composition. Image # 06535. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640398623-Y4TJ45WPZ0CMGVQSHQX0/06874_WY_Bison-Yellowst-Lake_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Bison at Yellowstone Lake Immerse yourself in the diverse wonders of Yellowstone National Park. This was America's very first National Park, an idea that has spread worldwide. Bison roam freely all over Yellowstone, and here provide a welcome foreground to Yellowstone Lake as they wander across the "front yard" of the Lake Village Lodge. Image # 06874. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640398879-EQ37TBN72OALYKA7ILJP/07415_AR_Decero-vineyard_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Finca Decero Finca Decero likely has the most spectacular vista in all of Mendoza. The artist fell in love with the composition, as all the elements contributed to this complex panorama. After a gourmet lunch on their balcony, paired with delicious wines, the view got even better! Image # 07415. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640399280-28O82OOBVTKACI5Y13EC/07472_HI_Maui-Mama%27s-Beach_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - No Stress at Mama's Fish House I arrived on Maui after a very long flight, and was counting on the salt air, breeze in the palms and the sound of gentle surf to work Maui magic on me. It did not take long, and after a gourmet lunch at Mama's, I sure feel better. So much better that I may not go home! Image # 07472. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640399359-G4G3B6LS193C6834R11M/07613_CA_El-Capitan-fall_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - El Capitan and the Merced Life is not measured by how many breaths you take, but by how many moments take your breath away . . . El Capitan is a primary visual treat in Yosemite National Park. Here is "El Cap" in the afternoon light, with its reflection in the gentle flow of the Merced River. Visit this spot in early morning, and you will have it all to yourself. Image # 07613. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640400355-NUBE7OC5V7IMEM98PCC4/37014_WY_NightCalm_1500px.jpg Land Scapes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640399899-F89ED204UO5E9AHTM6A2/36028_VT_Jenne-Farm-Fall_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - The Jenne Farm in Fall Life Magazine once called this timeless Vermont farmscape the most-photographed farm in America. Located in South Reading near Woodstock, it's easy to see why. I made this early morning photograph, just as the peak foliage of October visited his favorite farm. Image # 36028. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640400212-RASQB1U5OSHXOE97X1UL/36151_VA_Mather-Gorge_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - Mather Gorge Just below Great Falls, the Potomac River calms down in between dramatic rock formations. I made this photograph with Virginia in the foreground and Maryland in the distance. Image # 36151. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455640483404-1V719RMK0E53AQBTYTNY/03937_VA_Leon-Farmscape_1500px.jpg Land Scapes - The Leon Barns Along the road between northern Virginia and Charlottesville, these nostalgic barns invited me to slow down, make one of my famous U-turns, and create this image # 03937. http://hillart.com/newwaterfalls daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643000399-YB35I888WWQIK82SRAFR/01567_CO_RockCreek_Waterfall_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - The Waterfall at Rock Creek Tumbling down the red rocks of Colorado, the waters of Rock Creek help your cares evaporate as you watch and listen. Image # 01567. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455642999892-FT8C0WAVGNN9333TY8XI/02084_AZ_SaddleFalls-inGC_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Saddle Falls Exquisite Saddle Falls is reached by rafting the Colorado River down the Grand Canyon to Milepost 47, then hiking up into Saddle Canyon, then seeing one gorgeous waterfall! Image # 02084. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643000501-0XN6WUEGXOAWY779VFUJ/02283_VA_GreatFalls_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Great Falls of the Potomac This large-format panoramic image conveys the power of the Potomac River as it descends through Great Falls at dawn. Many people consider these Great Falls to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here, the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls before it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643001139-MT7DULFV3C2PLTM9DGDH/04794_WV_GladeCreek-GristMill_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - The Mill at Glade Creek The grist mill at Glade Creek in West Virginia is a fascinating relic from long ago. This is a re-creation of an old mill that ground grain on the creek, long before the area became protected as Babcock State Park. Image # 04794. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643002220-OHTBW00G464WPP69YX53/05496_NY_+Falling_Water_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Falling Water This complex waterfall is located at the end of a hike in New York's Adirondack State Park. This picturesque waterway meanders through thick forest and rugged terrain. Yet I could not get Frank Lloyd Wright's magnificent Pennsylvania home out of my mind. Listen - do you hear it? Image # 05496. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643001962-YHX8KX7Y59TPLW7EVG19/06577_AZ_MooneyParadise-5224_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Paradise in Havasu Adjacent to Grand Canyon National Park is the fabled Havasu canyon. It includes Havasu Falls and Mooney Falls (above). Mooney Falls is nearly 200 feet high, higher than Niagara Falls, and is a jewel in the land of the Havasupai. Notice the unique travertine formations on the cinnamon-colored walls. The rugged trail to reach Mooney descends a 200' cliff - very hard to reach, but well worth it. Image # 06577. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643002501-Y3VXDDQ9PAQJY2G0ST0C/06581_AZ_HavasuFalls_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Turquoise & Travertine Experience the stunning oasis that is Havasu Canyon. Very few waterfalls release turquoise water. Fewer still are surrounded by cinnamon-colored walls. Havasu Falls is a treasure in the Grand Canyon ecosystem. Notice the unique travertine terraces in the foreground and the formations on the walls. This Shangri-La might be the most photogenic waterfall in the world. I invite you to linger, and join me in 4' of water over a very slippery bottom. Or at least visit this image on my site often - you deserve to escape a little every day. Image # 06581. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643002829-WSP6HEIOGVMK1CBL6JM1/06585_AZ_HavasuFalls-5199_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Southwest Shangri-La The artist traveled 5 hours by jeep, then took a helicopter, then a pack horse, then hiked a bit to reach this spot - all before lunch! The falls at Havasu feature turquoise waterfalls surrounded by cinnamon-colored walls. 100' high Havasu Falls is a beautiful oasis in the Grand Canyon ecosystem. Notice the unique travertine formations on the walls and linger. Havasu is indeed a destination special unto itself. It is a magical place that is hard to get to - yet much harder to leave. Image # 06585. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643003276-HBNHYVP2JF87F56PR1C7/07476_HI_Maui-GWailea-waterfall_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Waterfall in Wailea What a treat for the senses: the steady sounds of multiple waterfalls, coupled with the radiant color of Bougainvillea. Image # 07476. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643003712-1ACM5PFGNFT6VEI5Z7GC/07484_HI_Maui_waterfall_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Kauai Waterfall This gentle waterfall feeds into Keoniloa Bay, surrounded by beautiful flowers. In my next life, I may want to be a waterfall. Image # 07484. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643003821-KAZC88IO2UPMQ0PHH7LC/07967_ICE_Gullfoss-waterfalls_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Guilfoss Waterfalls These two waterfalls traverse the Gullfoss Gorge in Iceland's main national park. Hard layers of basalt laval form the edges of both waterfalls, formed soon after the mid-Ice Age. Image #07967. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643004725-AIYBL8Q8NTTBNR1Q8NVO/36286_BR_Paradise-Gardens_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Paradise Gardens Outside Freeport in the Bahamas, the lovely Paradise Gardens awaits. Take a day off from water sports and sunbathing, and experience Bahamanian paradise. Image # 36286. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643004858-PTZ7ATJYFATTA988WYQK/39008_IR_Killarney-TorcFalls_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Torc Falls The renowned Torc Falls are near Killarney in southern Ireland. Magical, lush and inviting. Image # 39008. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643006404-DIG5U5938WQT4HG24DU0/39018_CA_Yosemite_Falls_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Yosemite Falls Yosemite Falls are dramatic any time of year, even in winter as this image shows. Located on the north side of the valley, these several falls are among the most popular short hikes within Yosemite National Park. Image # 39018. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455643006059-83AVNOSVUBTQ4A04ZB56/39019_CA_Yose-BridalVeilFalls_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Bridalveil Falls This dramatic waterfall greets visitors from Inspiration Point, and through much of the valley floor of Yosemite National Park. Notice the rainbow-in-training half way down the thundering waterfall. Image # 39019. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457725926752-24VE83QCOG9T4DPC7OMS/02094_Elves-Chasm-Falls_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Elves' Chasm Falls These elegant falls provide the "tonic of wildness" that Thoreau so eloquently described - remoteness, lack of human influence, and incredible beauty that exudes a sense of calm. Moderation is over-rated. It's not what you pack to get here - it's the memories you take home. This photogenic waterfall is well over 100 feet high, carrying Royal Arch Creek into a pool about five feet deep. To photograph it, simply raft the Colorado River for eight days into the Grand Canyon, then hike south from the river two hours on a trail to the falls (with a heavy camera pack and large tripod). Then return to the river and travel for another five days to reach civilization. It might be easier to order this soothing image from me. Request image # 02094. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457983920538-4WWDN1G6V3SDNOQNB9XK/05670_CO_PineyCreek_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Piney Creek If you drive north from Vail, Colorado toward Piney Lake, you will eventually travel along this photogenic creek. I know that it sounds just as refreshing as it looks! Image # 05670. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458073129018-LUN2SWI7QYMW6CL44E5M/05481_NY_FallingWater6x17_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Falling Water This high waterfall in the Adirondack State Park in New York is one of the most mesmerizing I have ever seen (and listened to). It required a vertical orientation on my large-format panoramic camera to record it. Wish I could give you the gentle sound as well! Image # 05481. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458073516351-51I8T2WKJ0WI2L3ORWMJ/05486_NY_SaranacStream-fall_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Saranac Stream As the leaves descend in late September in New York's Adirondack State Park, the air has the fragrance of fall. This stream sounds larger than it really is, and feeds into Lower Saranac Lake. Image # 05486. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458220997894-3JS9QW2EIAD9C3DLLFTD/36589_HI_Akala-Falls_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Akaka Falls On the big island of Hawaii, Akaka Falls State Park has two gorgeous waterfalls on one short hike. The pleasant 0.4-mile uphill hike will take you through a lush rainforest filled with wild orchids, bamboo groves and draping ferns. You'll first see 100-foot Kahuna Falls, and then the towering Akaka Falls which plummets 442-feet into a stream-eroded gorge. Image # 36589. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458221127418-W0WWYYWYR3CNT15U6KIR/06478_HI_Maui-Hana-waterfall_1500px.jpg new-Waterfalls - Hana Waterfall Few drives in the world are more beautiful than Maui's legendary Road to Hana, and there are many waterfalls that invite your visit. I found this photogenic waterfall at the end of a hike along a cliff at Puohokamoa, and features brilliant Royal Poinciana flowers on the hillside. This is a classic example of enjoying the journey more than the destination. Image # 06478. http://hillart.com/flowers-gardens daily 0.75 2016-02-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577824753664-LGIQS0HADBAQ3D612C2X/08550_Anguilla-rose-2652_7M.jpg Flowers & Gardens - The Architecture of a Rose Yes, roses are connected to romance. But my main fascination with a rose is the remarkable pattern of the blossom. Image # 08550. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744744111-FJY9VZXDZ76NAHBNKQMJ/07032_FR_Giverny_Lily+Pond-18_0560_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Lupine and Lilies Here's a recipe for stress relief. Visit Giverny and go to Monet's water garden. Stroll the perimeter path, cross the bridge, and sit on the bench near the lupine. Inhale. Now, do you feel better? Image # 07032. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160900656-YR33BMOYNSI2H0EH2OZN/06845_Keukenhof-gardens-686_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Tranquility Keukenhof Gardens is the perfect place to slow down, inhale, and allow the serenity of nature to invite us off our treadmill. This is an oasis for the eyes that could inspire composers and poets. Image # 06845. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744746201-9KRIM2SVWQA2Q7X45HRC/07125_FR_Giv-Trad-Est-Flower-Gard-90_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - The cycle of Life New rose buds are continually opening in Monet's garden in Giverny. They will join and eventually replace the mature blossoms, with serene beauty at each phase of the cycle. Image # 07125. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744743368-B5X2HJ9ONWLA5FYWTLN7/07111_FR_Giv-Trad-Rue-CM-2312_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Black Pansies in Giverny Black pansies anchor this lovely flower box in Giverny, with elegant lace as the backdrop. Image # 07111. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160778310-QPXIUJ4T0Y81W3OKQYE6/04853_Keukenhof-gardens-802_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Path of Fragrant Flowers Floral composition is close to perfection in the Keukenhof Gardens near Amsterdam. This is "flower power" at its very best. Image # 4853. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744743606-RLZS8UPP5B5XV76EIURE/07113_FR_GivTrad-Rue-du-CM_1931_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Flower Box in Giverny As you walk along the narrow streets in Giverny, France, flower boxes will offer delightful color underneath most windows. Image # 07113. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744744398-6VCRJ953F553IJ23VRQ2/07119_FR_Giverny_Roses_1059_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Roses of Giverny Claude Monet loved roses, and there are thousands planted (and thriving) in his estate garden in Giverny. Image # 07119. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744745308-J8B7T1BEK9H7Q546OL25/07120_FR_Giverny-Bench_0879_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Monet's Bench This bench invites you to sit, contemplate life, and imagine that you were here in Monet's gardens in Giverny in 1910. Little seems to have changed from then, except perhaps a fresh coat of paint. Image # 07120. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744745248-ZTAYBMBA06K8GBAD2G59/07121_FR_Giverny-Gardens-34_0879_1500.jpg Flowers & Gardens - A Fragrant Path Numerous gravel paths create access to Monet's gardens in Giverny. The sights are breathtaking, as is the aroma of thousands of blossoms calling for your attention. Image # 07121. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744746062-1TSWVZHMVA0R53UNP2M1/07122_FR_Giverny-Monet-Home_0312_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Monet's Estate Home Monet's home is much larger than I imagined before I arrived in his gardens. He loved the aroma of roses, and planted many near the bedroom windows, so the fragrance of the gardens would enhance restful sleep. Image # 07122. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744745779-9WUTBGX7OV0X6SNY5BVA/07124_FR_Giv-Trad_Floral-Closeups-24_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Pink Poppy I love the closeup "architecture" of flowers. This pink poppy called to me in the soft light of early morning in Giverny. Image # 07124. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744746306-9CC4K7KJ5MK1J25Y5XRK/07126_FR_Giv-Trad-Est-Flowers-105_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Monet's Garden As the sunlight of a new morning gradually arrives in the gardens, thousands of blossoms come to life. Image # 07126. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744746459-PGMX2I30SN2XWWYB0HZS/07127_FR_Giv-Imprsn-116-1727_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Impressionist Lily In the lily pond that Monet created in Giverny, each blossom is revered and deserves the artist's attention. Here I used a gentle impressionist treatment to honor the lily's delicacy and heritage. Image # 07127. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744747823-BH5JXY9IEKREC1B83JJ6/07128_FR_Giv-Trad_Est-Flowers-17-0479_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Campanula One of the most interesting flowers planted around the border of Monet's lily pond is this playful Campanula. Image # 07128. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744747323-1Q9VP7OSYDQSL3HKTBEB/07129_FR_Giv-LilyPond-76_0841_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Lavender Lupine I love lupine, often found in wilderness areas. Here it presides over the shoreline of Monet's lily pond. Image # 07129. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744748048-VKSD8H8PZDJSGN72DHI1/07130_FR_Giv-LilyPond-41_0931_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Duet These lovely lilies were in full blossom in Monet's garden, leading the way for others to imitate. Image # 07130. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744749137-XU4SY0JYNP34WD9R7H55/07131_FR_Giverny-LilyPond-31_0593_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Lazy Afternoon Claude Monet designed and built this pond and planted water lilies - all to create subjects for his painting. He loved reflections of light, and had a barge with a heavy wooden easel - so he could float among the lilies and paint as the light changed reflections. Image # 07131. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744748965-BEELVA2KZHW84U9IKDCS/07137_FR_2V_Versailles-19_2738_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - The Gardens of Versailles It is hard to imagine the size of the gardens of Versailles. Even when walking through them, the scale is overwhelming yet beautiful. This is one of the side gardens. Image # 07137. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744750421-T4ZEL403U7MQYYK3EH0E/07243_FR_Giv_Flying+Col_Imprsn70_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Columbine in Flight The elegant Columbine is the state flower of Colorado. It also enjoys a sheltered life in Monet's garden in Giverny, France. In honor of Monet's impressionist influence, here is one taking flight near the lily pond. Image # 07243. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744750411-9J6RYPNQHE7G1G3ZRLK9/07244_FR_Giv_Imprsn-23_0662_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Impressions of Giverny Monet's impressionist influence inspired this impressionist treatment of a day lily. Image # 07244. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744752235-2TZ3IFXP3DH2AT5UM64V/07245_FR_Giv_Imprsn-0678_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Campanula & Canterbury Bells The textures and colors of the flowers bordering Monet's lily pond offer wonderful subjects for impressionist treatment. Image # 07245. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744752126-YBMSOUOGNOK2OPYUN9AH/07246_FR_Giverny_Imprsn-0624_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Monet's Magic Combine the field of flowers with the spirit of Monet still strong in his Giverny garden, and voila! Image # 07246. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744752680-SR5U7O5OX8NJPFC7M73O/08122_FR_GV_Columbine-85_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Columbine in Giverny Here is the delicate orchid-like Columbine, before I added an impressionist treatment to allow it to take flight. Image # 08122. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744753415-A4MDPTIUEWE1UNY8263W/08123_FR_Giv-Trad-Field-6-0909_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Poppies The poppies in the foreground call you as you walk by this Giverny field, then the exquisite textures invite you to linger. Image # 7115. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744753259-B05XPLYB2C7HVTCZ3JV2/08124_FR_Giv-Trad-Flowers_0262_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Poppy in Giverny This poppy has no idea how lucky it is to live in Monet's garden. Image # 08124. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459435332077-RLLUX989T2OTXAQI2G9O/08153_CA_PacificGrove-pink-flox_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Pink Flox and the Pacific This explosion of color in Pacific Grove was a joy to observe. Not far from Monterey, this should be on your list to visit and enjoy! Image # 08153. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744753824-IKYYRV5HXRUIHBBVVU4M/35195_DC_Arboretum-Azaleas_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Chorus of Azaleas The soloist in a choir at the National Cathedral gardens in Washington, D.C. Image # 35195. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744753825-GHYOT87YICHJ9MRH2314/35199_DC_Arboretum-Azalea_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Pretty in Pink Azaleas are often enjoyed from a distance as a stand of shrubs. Get in close, and appreciate the delicate individual blossoms. Image # 35199. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744754110-GIVDOOGWC9MC2C06X6IO/35621_DC_ArboretumAzalea-Lav_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Lavender Azalea The delicacy of this azalea blossom is enhanced by back lighting. Found in the National Arboretum in Washington, D.C. Image # 35621. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744754175-YJ1V5MAMW5EE0Z0LWWII/35898_MD_Yellow-Rose_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Yellow Rose While this was not photographed in Texas, it is one gorgeous yellow rose, and it's easy to see the inspiration for the song. Image # 35898. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744754245-NQXSYZDDD1IXNQ2NX355/36587_OR_Wildflowers_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Oregon Wildflowers The artist was on his stomach in a field, courting this gorgeous flower. What is it called? Image # 36587. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744754961-Y2RJ1MX7TI7Q7W1NY88J/36935_CO_RoseCrown-%26-Stream_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Rose Crown & Stream How can this little flower grow out of granite? Image # 36935. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744755147-YG9KO47Y089XWGTCEIWN/37025_MT_Glacier-flowers_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Short Season Wildflowers in Glacier National Park, Montana have to sprint to reach full bloom during the short growing season. I am always rewarded in August with this vibrant color. Image # 37025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744755673-8L5808ELDKFEJG0RW7N6/37187_CO_Columbine-Ouray_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Colorado Columbine The columbine is the Colorado State Flower. Resembling an orchid, this gem was photographed in a field of wildflowers in Yankee Boy Basin in Ouray, Colorado. Image # 37187. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455744756407-1XQV5GGHQ4LDTV1ET2Y7/39028_MD_Tulips_Raindrops_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Tulips in the Rain Flowers are not only to be enjoyed in the sun. This image was made during a rain storm, with an umbrella protecting the camera. Image # 39028. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457983334563-UQAQF7MFOGIT2ITZHTSW/01200_PA_Longwood-Gazebo_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Gardens with Gazebo Longwood Gardens is a magnificent legacy created by the DuPont family, and this pond is perhaps the most romantic spot in the vast gardens. Located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, I love to wander in this oasis of man-made nature. Large-format panoramic image # 01200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160814586-MTFU5GHY6D3TA0RI4UEI/06839_Keukenhof-flowers-751_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Symphony of Spring Literally millions of tulips fill the Keukenhof Gardens each spring in the world's largest flower show. This chorus of colors lends a painterly quality to these magnificent gardens. Image # 06839. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160845239-G2FZROH5UJBNADLF44MU/06841_Keukenhof-flowers-961_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Up Close and Personal Tulips are beautiful from "normal viewing distance", and can be even more impressive the closer you come to looking at the delicate patterns and soft colors. Image # 06841. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160879754-YZ6HZSY2ZYML46CHUI7R/06843_Keukenhof-gardens-683_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Vibrant Colors of Spring Walk for more than half a mile in Keukenhof, and for every step of that journey breathtaking tulips will follow you and lead you. Image # 06843. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160914854-MFHUWHVN43T99C9WGLOI/06846_Keukenhof-gardens-690_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Reflection In reality and in reflection, these Keukenhof tulips are a wonderful antidote to stress. Image # 06846. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160926572-39L411ZPLSPH6TIAJR82/06847_Keukenhof-gardens-692_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - It Doesn't Get Any Better Keukenhof Gardens has earned its well-deserved reputation as the finest flower show in the world. Image # 06847. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458162033717-T7XND7PKT96OT7NY84H8/06854_Keukenhof-gardens-884_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Tulip Territory Keukenhof Gardens presents this profusion of colors with millions of tulips - truly a feast for the eyes. Add the heavenly aroma of spring in bloom - and linger to celebrate what's right with our world. Image # 06854. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459435204676-4TYGPM9LDHKIWS5TOLIO/08155_CA_PacificGrove-pink-flox_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Pink Flox by the Pacific This field of flowers in Pacific Grove stopped me from driving by. What a tranquil spot to walk, to sit, to be. Image # 08155. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459782593451-NM5R3N8WO71ON2SD2S3D/08021_CN_ButchartGardens_1500px.jpg Flowers & Gardens - Butchart Gardens On Vancouver Island, north of Victoria, Butchart Gardens is one of the most beautiful gardens in the world. This gem was created by Jenny Butchart from an old quarry, and the lush flowers show their appreciation for the moist Pacific air. Beautiful by nature. Image # 08021. http://hillart.com/newbenches-chairs daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736049349-UT5M5NYSRF77VS0YNEUE/01177_DC_Morning-on-Mall_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Morning on the Mall You can have the Mall to yourself to enjoy if you go very early. This is my favorite time to be in the city, before Starbucks arouses the power people. Walk or jog around the monuments and museums, with the Capitol at one end and the Washington Monument at the other - you will be reminded that this indeed is a special place. Image # 01177. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050098-VUOD9NI4QL13I1C3HVBC/01679_ME_Bailey-Island-Chairs_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Maine, the Way Life Should Be Ayuh, the stories these Adirondacks could tell: with the chorus of the gulls and the books that have finally been finished. I have returned to this point numerous times, and each visit declares it "wicked good!". Decompress from your city pace, treasure the hours watching the waves flirt with the shore and yes, promise to return. Image # 01679. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050037-A36J0ERJP3B5NMHTC3M6/02422_ME_CanoePt-Chairs_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Inn at Canoe Point Just west of Bar Harbor, Maine, these Adirondacks are positioned to invite you to supervise nautical traffic heading into Frenchman's Bay. This shoreline is part of the lovely grounds of the Inn at Canoe Point. Linger and unwind. Image # 02422. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050400-LR9JR4R3VNLBG5VYHALM/02428_ME_Newagen-Chairs_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Adirondacks at the Newagen The Newagen Inn has a swimming pool, which becomes more inviting as the temperature rises. These Adirondacks are always luring the visitor who has an unfinished book to enjoy. Image # 02428. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050688-AGGOXD52NWE4MTMNDQYV/02430_ME_Southport-Chairs_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Southport Chairs The quiet coves of Southport are memorable at high tide. Three couples can supervise the goings-on from these chairs on the lawn of the Newagen Inn. Image # 02430. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736050901-AZQUMKUY9TUXU460SAJQ/02549_ME_Chairs-Claremont_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Claremont Adirondacks Sit a while in these Adirondacks on the front lawn of the Claremont Hotel in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Looking out across the harbor to the mouth of Somes Sound, they offer a tranquil vantage point to supervise the Hinckley sailboats exercising nearby. Somebody's got to do it. Image # 02549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736051707-00MFQTH62JAQA8TJP1LV/02552_ME_Rocker-Claremont_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Wicker Rocker Relax in this wicker rocker on the front porch of the Claremont Hotel in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Looking out across the harbor to the mouth of Somes Sound, guests have been enjoying this view on the quiet side of Mount Desert Island for a hundred years. Office? What office? Image # 02552. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736051144-ROA9HBOUAI77ZT862YAQ/02660_GR_Santorini-courtyard_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Courtyard in Santorini Walk along the narrow sidewalks on Santorini, then step into an intimate courtyard. Enjoy the table for two with someone special. Image # 02660. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736051475-O1QNPJISVOIYNRNM4QSB/02663_GR_Oia-chairs-pool-ocean_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Two Chairs by the Oia Pool Relax in the early morning light by the pool in Oia on the Greek island of Santorini. Look out across the caldera to the yachts that come to visit. You are already here, and this will be another wonderful day. Image # 02663. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736051865-EXWFT1VWBIQ474AUINZT/03883_MA_MV-EdgartnChairs_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Rockers in Edgartown Here are four reasons to slow down, grab your Kindle and a cold drink, and contemplate life. The porch on the Harbor View Hotel is a lovely spot on Martha's Vineyard. Image # 03883. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736053040-931BFK2HDJNNGFOF5L4K/03926_PA_WChstr-Faunbrook-chairs_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Chairs at Faunbrook Faunbrook is an elegant manor house B&B in West Chester, PA. This tranquil oasis offers memories of Victorian times, as this large home was built around 1860. Find a Chardonnay and sit a while - watch your stress disappear. Time away should be time remembered. Image # 03926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736053290-A9P1U41TE9KAMOTDT6MZ/04425_SC_Charleston-TwoMtgSt_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Rockers at Two Meeting Street In historic Charleston, South Carolina, Two Meeting Street presides over numerous classic remnants of gracious Southern living. Ask mel to tell you the fascinating story of this memorable B&B. Image # 04425. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736054077-QB4D361NHR54XE0A2SA3/04487_HI_Princeville-Hammock_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Princeville Stress Relief Where does time go to rest? Time goes to a place where the four winds are free to meet and play in the tree tops and dance with the harvest moon. Listen closely for the faint familiar music you hear . . . The trees are whispering their island dreams, as they look across Hanalei Bay toward Makana peak, better known as Bali Hai. Stress? What stress? Image # 04487. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736053788-8TJB0XR9QDTKPTQSSWE6/04646_MA_NorthShoreBench_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - North Shore Bench Be miles away from your daily routine. Not far from Marblehead, Massachusetts lives this bench, just beckoning you to come a sit a spell. Give it a try. Image # 04646. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736054534-BKPW5X1WTEAQS9FMKTVD/05480_NY_Adirondack_Chairs_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Indian Summer These white Adirondack chairs were calling me on a warm October afternoon in Adirondack State Park, NY. After I made this large-format panoramic photograph, I yielded to temptation and relaxed a while on the shore of Blue Mountain Lake. Second chair from the left. Will you join me? Image # 05480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736054888-3FOK3MUZPTPQJ8IZE6Y9/05559_LA_ClevelandRocker_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Cleveland Rocker Are you feeling a bit stressed? Settle into this classic rocker on a lovely Louisiana plantation, and gaze out at the stately Cleveland Live Oak. You will feel better. Image # 05559. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736054805-IMG1KZULLBZNP0L4BQT1/05573_LA_Cleveland-Rockers_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Two Cleveland Rockers The ideal way to contemplate the magnificent Cleveland Live Oak is to sit in one of these classic rockers, with a partner, and think about all this tree has seen in the past 200 years. This might just help you relax... Shall I save you a seat? Image # 05573. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736055773-HD7HFRLAW0PG2LXOO0SM/06750_AG_LaBoca-colors_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - La Boca Colors In the old port of Buenos Aires, the quaint neighborhood of La Boca boasts the most colorful houses in the Americas. This is also the place where the tango was born, and its pulse infuses the city with passion. Argentina has a fascinating fabric of life, intertwining the history, the food, the economy and the nightlife in this European-feeling city. Image # 06750. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736056262-M04SW9PPIPAYY78RIJFM/06751_AG_BlueBench-in-LaBoca_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Blue Bench in La Boca In the old port of Buenos Aires, the quaint neighborhood of La Boca boasts the most colorful houses in the Americas. This is also the place where the tango was born. Imagine the stories this bench could tell... Image # 06751. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736057519-9ZN9L4FOPZUIK9MNLMGI/06821_IT_Positano-LeSirenuse-terrace_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Terrace at Le Sirenuse The best dreams begin after your eyes open. Positano is the jewel on the Amalfi coast. The steep village is poised on the shore of the Bay of Salerno, and is a postcard destination. The pool of Le Sirenuse is a lovely oasis of elegance and discretion, with lemon trees and flowers in bloom. From the terrace, you can work on your book or your tan, or watch the dramatic view below. Or wonder why you should ever leave. Life is very good! Image # 06821. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736057414-ZHTC0RQP415THN56B4DJ/06836_NY_Adirond_GreatCamp-deck_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Saranac Sunday Romance can be found at a setting like this. Along the shores of Upper Saranac Lake, in the Adirondack State Park near Lake Placid, several of the remaining Great Camps maintain an important presence. This one features an amazing deck, just inviting you to unplug and linger. Time is one of life's most precious commodities - spend it wisely and create a memory. Image # 06836. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736057980-EDZAVQDFCBH06S6ROGVR/06917_MD_Oxford_Chairs1602_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Chairs at Oxford Bring a cool drink and station yourself in one of these inviting Adirondacks. Then supervise nautical traffic on the Tred Avon River as it opens into the Chesapeake Bay. Leave your smart phone behind. Image # 06917. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736059013-CPC4LNUMNSU8TLK6YQ4H/07120_FR_Giverny-Bench_0879_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Monet's Bench This bench invites you to sit, contemplate, and imagine that you were here in Monet's gardens in Giverny in 1910. Little seems to have changed from then, except perhaps a fresh coat of paint. Image # 07120. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736058538-D8RXXMD85N7OKZ0AZHRS/07147_CRBN_Barbados-Crane14_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Ready for the Day Ever wonder what stories beach chairs could tell? Image # 07147. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736059219-SG7UKXFRMLK11IW8H1YF/07209_IT_Ponza_table_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Table for Two After strolling the streets on the island of Ponza, let's sit and have a light lunch. Image # 07209. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736059918-TQDXZ6I6D8XN0O08KJ4F/07471_MD-Oxford-chairs-2004_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Oxford Lookouts It is your turn to take a shift on the watch. Grab a cool one, have a seat and watch the parade of sails. Image # 07471. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736059983-5SWXZQ20Q6HLZIUSHE8O/07504_EN_Lords-of-Manor-Cottswolds_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Lords of the Manor This large estate was turned into an upscale inn, known as Lords of the Manor in Upper Slaughter, in the Cottswolds. It was delightful, and would be spectacular for a wedding or large family reunion. Note the steep pitch of the roofs, to bear the weight of the stone tiles. Uncommon destinations create unforgettable memories. Image # 07504. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736060304-A8MIID5PUVD48AZBM4WP/07603_GR_Rothenburg-plaza_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Coffee on the Square This Cafe faces the central marketplace in Germany's old Rothenburg. It is a great spot to people-watch. Oh, and the coffee and pastries are excellent as well. Image # 07603. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736060600-OJN01SZZCU527GXOQEUO/07984_SC_Dunkeld-bench-9398_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Bench in Dunkeld It is very tempting to sit on this bench in Dunkeld, with the cathedral behind you and the river in front - and listen to the rushing water accompanied only by the rhodo in bloom. Tranquil indeed! Image # 07984. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736061848-BYO2HUWHJD7QYKASBFZF/08014_VT_Goin-Fishin-patriotic-pond_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Patriotic Adirondacks This patriotic pond greeted me as I was driving on a back road south of Woodstock. What a great expression of love for America, in a whimsical way. And - look outside - today might just be a perfect day for you to go fishin'! Image # 08014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736063269-GEIK9JO6OLGNYWK9UGEI/36907_VA_Oatlands_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Adirondacks at Oatlands Oatlands is a lovely plantation south of Leesburg in Loudoun County, VA. Built in 1803 by wealthy George Carter, it was a thriving wheat plantation until the time of the Civil War. It is now listed on the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Image # 36907. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736063470-71C7I8BDRXKHN4IIA6IS/37002_DC_DO-table%26chairs_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - Table for Two Dumbarton Oaks is my favorite place in the Nation's Capital. I have lingered at at this table a dozen times, enjoyed the Italian water gardens just beyond, and soaks up the timeless classical character of this oasis with every visit. You should do the same. Image # 37002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736063588-QNXGLMK8NDPUBLYL0GQI/38109_PR_Dorado-Beach-Hammock_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Hammock at Dorado What a temptation to commandeer this hammock . . .for the day! Image # 38109. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455736063874-9TCSQS9RL5L0GW88JC7I/38110_Dorado_Beach_1500px.jpg Benches & Chairs - The Beach at Dorado On the beautiful north shore of Puerto Rico, I found this deserted beach, just calling for use. Pick your spot, bring a good book and a cool drink. Forget about email. Image # 38110. http://hillart.com/newaustria daily 0.75 2016-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043128682-2MLHGM6W2DZZF01BKTOO/07335_AUS_Vienna-Shoenbrunn_1500px.jpg Austria - Palace Ornaments Everywhere you look on the Schonbrunn Palace grounds there is evidence of a grand heritage. This element sits on top of the main wing. Image #07335. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043128714-AIUKJV1YVHCOD9CUVBHF/07336_AUS_Vienna-Shoenbrunn_1500px.jpg Austria - Impressive Summer Residence Empress Maria Theresa's dreams of creating a Habsburg Versailles at Schonbrunn resulted in this magnificent baroque palace with more than 1,400 rooms. Image # 07336. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043128966-468T353WH70SOM7MHULO/07337_AUS_Vienna-Shoenbrunn_1500px.jpg Austria - The fountain Gardens The Schonbrunn gardens are among the most extensive in Europe. This image shows a small portion of the exquisite grounds. Not bad for a back yard! Image # 07337. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129221-C6P5TXTCVOO4RT3J7H1F/07338_AUS_Vienna-Shoenbrunn_1500px.jpg Austria - Opulent State Rooms Inside the Schoenbrunn, this is one of the smaller state rooms leading to the private apartments, fashioned as it looked during the residence of Emperor Franz Joseph. These ornate rooms, starting with the parquet floors, form a vivid backdrop for the displays of Persian art and Gobelin tapestries. Image # 07338. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129274-4ADTGLNCBIV4K9HAHBPL/07339_AUS_Vienna-Shoenbrunn_1500px.jpg Austria - Schonbrunn Summer Palace One of the most impressive symbols of Imperial Austria is the Schonbrunn Summer Palace. It is the crown jewel in one of Europe's grandest cities. This was home to Marie Antoinette in her young life. This imposing facade greets visitors who cross the expansive entrance courtyard. Image # 07339. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129357-7IEHEY6FHOWUKGUVR3T8/07340_AUS_Vienna-Lipizanners_1500px.jpg Austria - The Practice Court The renowned Lipizzaner horses rehearse daily, as if achieving perfection is a moving target. New skills are taught and timing with other horses is emphasized at the Spanish Riding School. Impressive! Image # 07340. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129582-QJ76M8ZLJ69SSC6Z3J4N/7341_AUS_Vienna-cathedral_1500px.jpg Austria - St. Stephen's Cathedral Opulent baroque elements somehow come together in this unmistakable sanctuary. Image # 07341. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129471-WK2A19P1IKMDYMFORJWR/07342_AUS_Vienna-statue-20_1500px.jpg Austria - Kaiser Franz Joseph I This statue symbolizes the Imperial Vienna that is displayed on buildings and statues around Vienna. Image # 07342. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129647-DDFFCCQQ2TZ5CIRA8ADQ/07344_AUS_Vienna-buildings_1500px.jpg Austria - Hofburg Detail What do you imagine is going through the minds of these historic busts of past literary greats, as they look down on visitors to Vienna and theater goers entering this famous theater? Image # 07344. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129738-9EBDWP1XCNXAXQLDEYL0/07346_AUS_Vienna-theater_1500px.jpg Austria - The Hofburg Theater The statues and busts surrounding the Hofburg Theater represent a who's who of the performing arts in classical Vienna. Image # 07346. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129782-EY6PIJKUNCSWFNKRBPPT/07347_AUS_Durnstein-from-Danube_1500px.jpg Austria - Durstein on the Danube The approach to the village of Durnstein from the Danube is impressive. This historic area was spared during WWII, and sits on a prominent curve in the river. High above the village was the hilltop castle where Richard the Lionhearted was held for ransom during the Crusades. Image # 07347. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129879-GLBPEZNYR7GAV2JBQWWH/07348_AUS_Durnstein-hotel-18_1500px.jpg Austria - Arches Lead to Arches The Schloss Hotel in Durnstein is the place to stay. Situated on a high knoll overlooking the Danube, it looks like the places you see in travel magazines. I walked into the yellow arch and saw a Mercedes 300SL Gull Wing on the right - and lost interest in the hotel itself. Image # 07348. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129973-P4JNSH7E4SEKF2QYY9LM/07349_AUS_Durnstein-7_1500px.jpg Austria - An Inviting Courtyard This looks like a lovely place to stay and/or dine while in Durnstein. Image # 07349. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043129992-X6IRYNARCWM0I4ZZERA7/07350_AUS_Durnstein-window_1500px.jpg Austria - Durstein Window The simplicity of this windowed corner caused me to linger and admire it. Image # 07350. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043130157-IMWVW3AB258UG33FY6HQ/07351_AUS_WachauVal-5_1500px.jpg Austria - Cathedral on the Danube This small village in the Wachau Valley does not seem large enough to support this impressive cathedral. A nice juxtaposition between the classic cathedral and the vineyards on the steep hillsides behind it. Image # 07351. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455043130161-UIJP4RYNIX2QX6I49ISS/07352_AUS_WachauVal-4_1500px.jpg Austria - Primitive but Powerful Imagine the years of labor invested in this fortress beside the Danube. The castle guarded the river approach into the Wachau Valley and has been well preserved. Image # 07352. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Austria http://hillart.com/newfood-temptations daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801060831-F7EDL9CJK2NIU3NR6CJY/07191_FR_StTropez-gelato_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Stay Cool in St. Tropez Few problems in our world would be nearly as serious if we all enjoyed more gelato. This spot became my favorite during a very hot afternoon in St. Tropez. Yes, every one of the gelatos is topless. Image # 07191. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061110-QV804W32Y85HVFBSUZMT/07221_IT_Rome_veggies13_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Verdura A day of cooking in Rome often begins at the farm market in Campo di Fiore. Wonderful veggies! Image # 07221. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061156-Y452ABWEFW19EM4MSCXZ/07227_IT_Rome-Veggies_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Pomodori In the farm market in Campo di Fiore in Rome, there are at least 8 varieties of tomatoes, each with a chef-preferred purpose. Image # 07227. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061408-4A3FOZ8ARRVUAM1CDDKG/07231_IT_Seabourn-dessert40_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Diet? What Diet? Three thoughts: these all look good, and nobody back home is watching me right now. There is no calorie information printed on the dishes, so they must be calorie-free. Finally, who cares - I am on cruise vacation! Image # 07231. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061584-F5JTAP91K34FD8M3G2PS/07232_IT_Seabourn-dessert35_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Sweets on Seabourn This is not a trick question: which are you going to look at: these tempting treats or the idyllic waters off the Italian coast??? Image # 07232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801061777-O3YXT5WFUUDJYAT1RLN4/07233_IT_Seabourn-dessert32_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Look But Don't Touch? Is this a good time to invoke the vacation exclusion on your diet? Image # 07233. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062118-S6NUDSOMKKBTJSHNMA8W/07235_IT_Rome-lunch19_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Roman Lunch When strolling through the piazzas in Rome, tempting lunch presentations reach out to you. Go ahead - pick one, pair it with a Pinot Grigio and sit while you people-watch. Image # 07235. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062295-XIIC95ZDIJ1ZNJ4FVYTF/07236_IT_Ponza_market-15_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Ponza Market This is very typical of the local markets in nearly every Mediterranean village. Image # 07236. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062368-UOW19NQXPH0TSAGZXUBH/07237_MC_Monte-Carlo-choc10_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Chocolates in Monte-Carlo Thank goodness there is a heavy glass protective front on this display, keeping those designer treats from jumping into my hand! Image # 07237. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062548-YRWDIQ0UHEW0AYR7V5QK/07238_IT_Rome-mushrooms5_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Serious Mushrooms The farmers market in Campo de' Fiori, south of Piazza Navona in Rome, sure has delicious-looking produce! Image # 07238. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062649-12D3MLTQF9FHZTA60BID/07239_IT_Rome_onions9_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Cipolla In Rome's Campo de' Fiori, wonderful produce awaits you, including these healthy onions. Image # 07239. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062782-FE8K6GVGBVHE4144JIY5/07240_FR_StTropez_display-case12_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - On Display in St. Tropez If this tempting display in St.Tropez does not have it, you probably don't need it. Image # 07240. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062840-2TF0T84KV0ST1Q1OUFKO/07241_IT_Seabourn12_saladbuffet_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Seabourn Salad This is about one-third of the offerings on a Seabourn salad buffet at lunch. Image # 07241. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801062998-ZYL1OHD0H02LXM9ZRQNZ/35073_MD_Reagan_jelly-beans_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Reagan Jelly Beans President Reagan had a fondness for jelly beans. When I provided art for the Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C. during his administration, I was actually escorted into the White House to photograph these gems. No, the President was not in town at the time. Image # 35073. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455801063100-0Q6AHS0ZLMRS76FYPOWH/35153_MD_Strawberries_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Serious Strawberries Try to ignore this image. Forget the luscious taste of fresh strawberries. You never heard of strawberry shortcake. Don't even think about combining these with ice cream... I knew you couldn't do it. Image # 35153 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803396827-TNC3PU5IUMV0E9FDXX7D/08056_Nice-cookies-0303A13_1500px.jpg Food & Temptations - Nice cookies! Nice cookies really are nice. Very French. Slightly touristy. Taste for yourself. Image # 08056. http://hillart.com/newireland daily 0.75 2023-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373139386-V45XM4QCAM2ITH1VUTD1/06806_Adare-Milk-Wagon_1500px.jpg Ireland - Adare Milk Wagon This is a beautifully a nostalgic milk wagon in Adare, Ireland. Located in County Limerick, this is regarded as one of the prettiest villages in Ireland. This image is reminiscent of life before technology took over. Family names are very important here. Image # 06806. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373139255-MJSPW674ENHEI4O39R3Y/06807_Bunratty-Folk-Village-street_1500px.jpg Ireland - Bunratty Folk Village Here is the main street in Bunratty Folk Village, an historic folk park near Shannon, Ireland. It offers a wonderful view of life before technology took over. Image # 06807. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373139820-5P4SSJG6JOFF10BYBSMA/06916_Valencia-Island-Shore_1500px.jpg Ireland - Valencia Island This is the southern tip of the country, near where the transatlantic cable first reached Europe. It remains a beautiful and unspoiled place. Image # 06916. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373140775-9FOHNXZKSDBPST74HK49/08112_Adare-water-pump_1500px.jpg Ireland - Water Pump in Adare I doubt that this pretty water pump is still in use, but after a few pints I'll bet somebody will try . . . Image # 08112. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373140349-1TMK9HCYCKQHSTKRVXGL/08113_Bunratty-Bar%26Hotel_1500px.jpg Ireland - Bunratty Window I love doors and windows, and here I found them both. Image # 08113. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373140865-5HTVCSZUBVO9EITPOGDA/36298_Rosy-O%27Gradys_1500px.jpg Ireland - Rosy O'Grady's One of the most revered Irish songs honors the epicenter of good times in Killarney, Rosy O'Grady's time-worn pub. Stop in and have a pint. Ask the artist about being one of the twelve founding families of Ireland... Image # 36298. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1683025460234-B1Z0WPPTHYQ86CUQYIQW/012-Dublin-umbrellas-1129_3M.jpg Ireland - Festive Dublin Nothing could brighten a dull side street in Dublin than a collection of vibrant umbrellas! Image #08549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373141439-CQKQLTTATP785WIIXPXA/36302_Irish-Farm-shoreline_1500px.jpg Ireland - Irish Farmscape In southwestern Ireland, farmer really have to work to coax a living from the windswept soil. Image # 36302. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373141639-OVGYGFA8EBRNKLGRKSP2/36311_Bunratty-window-lace_1500px.jpg Ireland - Irish Window This lovely window in Bunratty has the required lacy inside as well as the flowers on the sill. Image # 36311. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373142689-ZQXNSPKA3XSFH05HJADX/36312_Irish-window_1500px.jpg Ireland - More than a Window Start with a window, add lace and bottles inside, add flowers on the sill, then barrels on the ground... Image # 36312. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373142068-ZGI0HB5KLXRA3GOX7W2A/36313_horse-milk-wagon_1500px.jpg Ireland - Irish Milk Wagon What a classic look at traditional farming, when the farmer has to drive his milk to market on a horse wagon. Image #36313. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373143179-LTGH432TKWKRL13QI2EF/36462_Irish-blue-door_1500px.jpg Ireland - The Blue Door This classic door looks very old yet very well cared for. One of many charms of Adare. Image # 36462. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373143482-P4VRN0VR3NN1A4LKLTPO/36466_Conneely-butcher_1500px.jpg Ireland - The Victualler Irish villages are full of colorful shops, nearly always with the family name over the door. This butcher is a descendant of one of Ireland's oldest farming families. Image # 36466. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373144333-Y8YXKBZ5BN2UB9F5FUEH/36471_Thatched-cottage_1500px.jpg Ireland - Irish cottage There are many stories held within a traditional Irish cottage with a classic thatched roof. We may never know. Image # 36471. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373144577-GRJW61FOI7TQZ4FOTQ6P/36473_Food-wagon_1500px.jpg Ireland - The Food Wagon It must be time for lunch - this place looks inviting! Image # 36473. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373145515-NU944RMW4RLPH3K8JGEV/38115_IR_Kylemore-Castle-Connemara-1500px.jpg Ireland - Kylemore Abbey Kylemore Abbey is one of the Emerald Isle's most beautiful castles. Kylemore Abbey is a Benedictine monastery founded in 1920 on the grounds of Kylemore Castle, in Connemara, County Galway. Image # 38115. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373145492-ROTR2509MBGBGYASP5GZ/38116_wagon-storefront_1500px.jpg Ireland - John Foster's Wagon I love nostalgia, which I often see in the rear-view mirror. In the Bunratty Folk Park in Ireland, this historic village shows the look of a much earlier time. Before you enjoy a pint, you may wish for a ride in the wagon. After a few, you may think you can pull it. Image # 38116. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373146194-JHBK9YYW0XGRB50JLDRF/38117_Cows-and-Castle_1500px.jpg Ireland - Of Cows and Castles Much of the Dingle peninsula in western Ireland is very rural and seems timeless. The only stress in this scene is possible concern by the cows that the artist and his tripod might stay. Image # 39017. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373146531-WQ1PE83R8H893VU0I8KP/39007_Kenmare-boat-on-lake_1500px.jpg Ireland - The Kenmare Boat Kenmare deserves your time - and is proof of the Irish proverb that what fills the eye fills the heart. This boat is waiting for you, after a recent coat of paint. Bring your own oars. Image # 39007. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1683025471157-0HNVRA5W1J471B0TAM14/010-Adare-village-shop-1095-3M.jpg Ireland - Thatched Roof Shop In Adare village, this building looks timeless yet cheerful. Image #08551. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373146856-KJIZRFZ1AJEM4NR3CO8R/39008_Killarney-TorcFalls_1500px.jpg Ireland - Torc Falls The renowned Torc Falls are near Killarney in southern Ireland. Magical, lush and inviting. Image # 39008. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373147504-SBUPP7MY02VAQ948NB0E/39009_Bunratty-pub_1500px.jpg Ireland - MacNamara's Pub When you are in Ireland, I guarantee you will develop a case of thirsty. In Bunratty, here is your help desk. Image # 39009. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373147741-YHKH4K2MTLS7GVUOUSDZ/39010_Adare-Blue-Door_1500px.jpg Ireland - The Blue Door in Adare Adare Village calls itself the most beautiful village in Ireland. This restaurant caught the artist's eye as I was wandering through the town. Yes, it indeed is blue. Image # 39010. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373148272-T6WNSPYHLNLVAL97EGO7/39011_Dingle-Peninsula_1500px.jpg Ireland - Dingle Peninsula In southern Ireland, the lush and green Dingle Peninsula has many times more sheep than people. Image # 39011. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1683025449049-Y6QM5G0AW4XIRYBSX53W/010-Adare-village-shop-1082-3M.jpg Ireland - Adorable Clothing for Sale In Adare village, this rack of clothing is calling you - to buy. Image # 08550. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373148433-PEBRWPYS2KFHQDZHZI3I/39012_Cliffs-of-Moher_1500px.jpg Ireland - The Cliffs of Moher Here are the renowned Cliffs of Moher in western Ireland, offering a rugged greeting to the Atlantic. Image # 39012. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373148720-XBBJ32NXABXHFRQ57L7M/39015_Killarney-Muckross-boats-lake_1500px.jpg Ireland - Muckross Boats Muckross House near Killarney is a special preserve. The large lake in front of the mansion sure is inviting. Image # 39015. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373149642-IV5VUE9D9GWA91181A3J/39108_Killarney-TorcFalls_1500px.jpg Ireland - Torc Falls The renowned Torc Falls are near Killarney in southern Ireland. Magical, lush and inviting. Image # 39108. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373149457-HMV55A136VJOH3R2KP9Y/39109_Bunratty-McInerney_1500px.jpg Ireland - McInerney's Place Every village needs a place like this, so when you need your oven rebodied, keep McInerney & Sons in mind. Image #39109. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373150647-B8NELMZ8RPASWAVRQW0G/39111_Players-NavyCut-bicycle_1500px.jpg Ireland - An Irish Street Corner The corner postal telegraph office is often a place to gather, compare stories, and hope for mail from anywhere else. Image # 39111. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373150461-YD1UJHN55JR1RB99FYQ8/39112_Sheepherder-barn_1500px.jpg Ireland - The Sheepherder This man has seen a lot in his eighty years of herding sheep in rural Ireland. Just ask him. Image # 39112. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455373252351-A1B4YV585ZXPSGSS15K2/36320_Irish-Undertaker-sign_1500px.jpg Ireland - O'Shea Undertaker I wonder if there is any connection between these two businesses... Image # 36320. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455399064718-8I1VJ5E4QGX1AX6VZOUR/36467_hay-gathering_1500px.jpg Ireland - The Hay Gatherer No machinery in sight - this job is done entirely by arm power. Image # 36467. http://hillart.com/newswitzerland daily 0.75 2020-06-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508346594633-OPGNM9VF88M29A35P88Z/08327_SW-Lugano-bench_4M.jpg Switzerland - The Bench on Lake Lugano Lake Lugano is a picturesque lake, with tall hills on its shores. This town is very close to Italy and Lake Como. The bench is vacant, it is a pretty day, and you should bring a picnic lunch and enjoy this serene spot! Image #08327. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634159935-BUWHJD9YPNN94I01AITO/05163_Luzern-Kapellbrucke_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Kapellbrucke The Kapellbrucke is a covered wooden footbridge spanning diagonally across the Reuss River in Lucerne in central Switzerland. It is creaky yet very photogenic. Image # 05163 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634159860-2TPR5TKMSICA6STFM0Q9/05181_SZ_Zermatt-Matterhorn_1500px.jpg Switzerland - The Matterhorn Formula for a perfect day: Go to Zermatt, Switzerland. Leave your luggage and take your hiking boots and water. Hike way out of town to this lake. Turn around. Sit on the shore and enjoy the majesty of the Matterhorn presiding over the entire valley. Then find a lovely restaurant and enjoy rosti and fondue. Image # 05181. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634160270-U1EA509MLMOSFA9CS3LJ/06965_Lavaux-Vineyard-Terraces8_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Vineyards at Lake Geneva Vineyards laden with white grapes hug the steep Lavaux terraced slopes leading down to Lake Geneva. Lavaux is one of Switzerland's most celebrated wine-growing regions. The vineyards, many of which have been owned by the same families for generations, cling to steep hillsides leading down to the lake. Image # 06965. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634160832-THB1MDUYRG2DECJH2DPQ/06966_Lavaux-Vineyard-Terraces1_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Riesling Ahead! These vineyards are UNESCO World Heritage vineyards, laden with white grapes that hug the steep terraced slopes leading down to Lake Geneva. Image # 06966. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634160550-3LYGUINRYAFV13M5C315/06967_Lavaux-Vineyard-Terraces5_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Lavaux Vineyard Terraces Vineyards laden with white grapes hug the steep terraced slopes leading down to Lake Geneva. Image # 06967. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634160788-U47D51WMBBWRM0XCX3FA/06968_Wengen-landscape3_1500px.jpg Switzerland - The Eiger from the Kleine Sheidig Take the train from Wengen up to Kleine Sheidig, and you will have a splendid view of the peaks towering above, anchored by the famed Eiger. Image # 06968. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634161021-BRGA5Z8K2SZBQFAXVMOK/06969_Wengen-landscape1_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Wengen Landscape The lush green in the meadows above Wengen belies the short summer. Sprinkled around the pastures are modest homes for the sheepherders and hardy mountain people who watch tourists go by on the train up the mountains. Image # 06969. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634161140-85M7M6N9YDW2ZNNPC68R/06970_Wengen-house3_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Mountain House Along the trail, the artist saw this windowless mountain house, built of logs and hand-hewn timbers and a thick slate roof. Wonder how old it is, who built it, and what is inside? Image # 06970. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634161200-IQITR708WR8AKDHW4GKX/06971_Wengen-house2_1500px.jpg Switzerland - A Chalet in Wengen What a delightful discovery on the trail down to Wengen. This is a private home, but sure would be an inviting B&B. Image # 06971. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634161375-C8PTC6I7EVUR7VR51MJX/06972_Wengen-house1-5275_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Bernese Chalet This chalet is impressive to look at, only surpassed by the view of the Bernese Oberland alps from the windows. How about the lush flower boxes? Image # 06972. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634161514-5K14ZRUUB3M0SWQ5AX8B/06973_Lavaux-Vineyard-Terraces10_1500px.jpg Switzerland - UNESCO World Heritage Grapes Vineyards laden with white grapes hug the steep terraced slopes leading down to Lake Geneva. These grapes have no idea that these historic vineyard terraces have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage vineyards. Image # 06973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1593101174446-XGP4IZFA4V8FD5OUAP2H/36445-2001-Zermatt-Matterhorn-atGrindjisee_3M.jpg Switzerland - The Matterhorn from Grindjisee This view is your reward after an active hike up above Zermatt. Resting on the bank of the pond is perfectly normal, and was a welcome respite before the return hike to town. Celebrate what’s right with our beautiful world! Image #36445. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634161566-8MH7AII08W3W0LUM5K2S/06974_Wengen-windows1_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Windows in Wengen Alpine bouquets add color to these charming chalet windows in Wengen. Image # 06974. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634161760-2DS7JIRK8WW99VDR0A79/07001_Bern-Ambas-Res1_1500px.jpg Switzerland - The Ambassador's Residence The residence of the Ambassador from the United States has a look of importance. We visited Ambassador Donald S. Beyer, Jr. and his wife Megan, who used this imposing setting to showcase the relationship between American and Swiss cultures. Image # 07001. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455634162184-J01XOKRUUP5RVPGTZWMU/39016_Murren-Window_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Window and Flowers On his way up the hill in Murren, Switzerland, I passed by this cheerful window. I would have lingered on the bench with the fragrant floral aroma - but a large plate of rosti was just ahead... Image # 39016. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457989036524-3V4N258ATFX1H7PCJHN7/08147_SW_Matterhorn_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Matterhorn Reflection In Zermatt, hike to this small mountain lake, sit on the shore and enjoy the majesty of the Matterhorn presiding over the entire valley. Image # 08147. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457989151703-33TWHYIECVAKVDFR16OV/08146_Matterhorn-sunrise_1500px.jpg Switzerland - Sunrise at the Matterhorn The Matterhorn is always dramatic, yet especially so as the first rays of sun of a new day awaken its peak. Image # 08146. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503943465296-F3J9I6LUUVFSHUR4KHG5/08294_SW_Lucern-Swan%26KapBridge_3M.jpg Switzerland - Swans and Doves by the Bridge The Kapellbrucke is a covered wooden footbridge spanning diagonally across the Reuss River in Lucerne in central Switzerland. Here is a mother Swan guiding her two young ones in the ways of the world.. Image # 08294. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508346623236-LLIIW844D8GXOVBYM44T/08328_SW-Lugano-no-picnic_3M.jpg Switzerland - Can you read the sign? The village of Lugano is cosmopolitan, trying to be Italian and French but is really a pretty part of Switzerland. It is neat and clean, so you'd best take your picnic to the bench by the lake. Image #08328. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662468230972-QVVLHHSG7GM7HPAYONIA/08510_KapellbruckeBridge-night_3M.jpg Switzerland - The Kapellbrucke Chapel Bridge An icon in Luzern is this historic bridge. It divides the old city, and walking across it is always worthwhile. Historic murals are mounted inside the top of the bridge. Image #08510. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662469142086-50D449MBK0SQNVDHO5CD/08511-Luzern-Lake-cruise-mountains_2M.jpg Switzerland - Mountainscape at Lake Luzern Cruising on Lake Luzern shows the rugged country around the lake. Just beyond Mt. Pilatus are profiles of these mountains. Image #08511. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662470214632-JUWDMEHSK20TAHE2S4DQ/08512-Zermatt-cocktails-sign-4068_2M.jpg Switzerland - Wisdom on a Window Walking the main street in Zermatt might lead you to drink… Image #08512. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662471054344-5XG5DU92XJV7E0X9NN2B/08513-Zermatt-Matterhorn-from-ourpatio_2M.jpg Switzerland - Matterhorn Morning This was the view from our private patio at the Rifflealp Resort. Image #08513. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662471634704-4KWSLMH3OSXEJAD5B5I0/08514-Geneva-LakeCruiseBoat_2M.jpg Switzerland - The Geneve This is one of the classic lake boats that cruises Lake Geneva from the city of Geneva. Image #08514. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662471645766-XG8GYEAX6Y515GSTJ2SY/08515-Geneva-fountain_3M.jpg Switzerland - The Geneva Fountain This powerful fountain rises in the lake near the city of Geneva, often making its own rainbow. Image #08515. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662471656828-B0JSMRZ20825RP8T8ZRW/08516-Geneva-flower-clock_3M.jpg Switzerland - The Flower Clock in Geneva, near the lake, is this colorful clock crafted from flowers. Never mind what time it is, it is a happy sight. Image #08516. http://hillart.com/waterfalls-1 daily 0.75 2016-02-16 http://hillart.com/newhungary daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312631164-3P3M2YFPRVIB9FYIXJT2/07353_Budapest-cath-roof_1500px.jpg Hungary - Mathias Geometry Dramatic lines define the roof of the St. Mathias Church near Fishermen's Bastion in Budapest. Image # 07353. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312631366-JWCQDKNT6KQDKY2TL143/07354-Budapest-cathedral-ceil_1500px.jpg Hungary - Mosaic Ceiling Wonderful patterns fashioned in mosaic tiles decorate the ceiling of the sanctuary in St. Mathias Church in Budapest. Image # 07354 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312631879-LOAWSO9N76F7KG8CG5BZ/07355-Budapest-cathedral-ceil_1500px.jpg Hungary - Inside St. Mathias Intricate designs created by mosaic tiles fill the interior of the church in Budapest. Image # 07355. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312631902-GBO15H79CMT0X7X9OEDE/07356-Budapest-cathedral-roof_1500px.jpg Hungary - The roof of St. Mathias Anchoring Budapest's Fishermen's Bastion is the St. Mathias Church, with a distinctive roof. Image # 07356. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312632178-H0VHUMY0Z46ZSHPXG4LC/07357-Budapest-knight_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Knight at Fishermen's Bastion This statue is impressive and imposing, but think about the weight that poor horse has to carry! Image # 07357. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312632066-0GVEB1T9SIMGJBB4LYDM/07358-Budapest-HeroesSquare_1500px.jpg Hungary - Heroes Square Many of the great warriors and leaders from Hungary's violent history are immortalized in Heroes Square in Budapest. Image # 07358. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312632186-0BW62865BPOGH9WFR7J6/07359-Budapest-ChainBrdg-lion_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Lion at the Chain Bridge The rising sun awakens the lions on the east side of the Chain Bridge in Budapest. Image # 07359. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312632414-AEAAYVXHK2872KYGF5SL/07360-Budapest-OperaHse-ceil_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Opera House Ceiling When you are attending an opera, go ahead and people-watch to see who is there with you. But also admire the ornate ceiling, featuring years of elaborate and artistic work. Image # 07360. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312632684-OVBS5MRD7STGXFAT0P9T/07361-Budapest-OpHse_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Opera House The Opera House in Budapest is magnificent! Image # 07361. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312632594-K9694LCVS5GK0OI2PZ51/07362-Budapest-OpHse-ceil_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Opera House I feel sorry for the cast in the opera, who have to compete with the elegance of this ceiling! Image # 07362. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312632780-6WUWK3Q5OP9AKCWI7IQY/07363-Budapest-OperaHse_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Opulent Opera House The elegance and opulence of the Opera House in Budapest shines in sharp contrast to the oppressive times the country survived only a generation ago. Image # 07363. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312633066-RZJ0F4V2ZMNDYLG3SFQP/07364-Budapest-OperaHse_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Foyer of the Opera House Entering the Budapest Opera House, do you feel the excitement of anticipation, before another great operatic performance? Image # 07364. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312632978-Y23GF170DY6XA8OD04Z1/07365-Budapest-HeroesSquare_1500px.jpg Hungary - Victorious at Heroes Square This battle warrior is exuberant and triumphant in his chariot! Heroes Square in Budapest is an important place to visit. Image # 07365. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312633074-IKZ4EOGGJUVARQPYX421/07366-Budapest-skyline-day_1500px.jpg Hungary - Buda by Day The Buda side of Budapest comes alive in early morning, with many interesting buildings anchored by steeples. Image # 07366. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312633708-1AV3RKSTZGTKLKOHCZGB/07367-Budapest-sculpture_1500px.jpg Hungary - Playful Sculpture This is one of the most playful of the sculptures along the shore of the Danube River. Shakespeare's sculpture is nearby. Image # 07367. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312633194-NO0B9CECM5YUFHKSBAQ6/07368-Budapest-river-boats_1500px.jpg Hungary - Riverboats and Romance Riverboats anchored along the shore show off their lights, as if to give atmosphere to the couples walking hand-in-hand along the river. Image # 07368. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312633364-KFQ66A1W5PFICJOC1TBW/07369-Budapest-Parliament_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Parliament in Budapest Hungary's Parliament is the country's largest building. It is 888 feet long, 315 feet high, with 691 rooms. Image # 07369. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312633550-FABJGKXWCVX0UILOUBES/07370_Budapest-skyline-night_1500px.jpg Hungary - Budapest by Night Budapest by night is a magical sight. The lights on the bridges and river shores define the space. Most of the drab detail visible in daylight is gone. Image # 07370. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312633765-OWRHLSHSXND9MTBMPIIU/07371-Budapest-bridge_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Chain Bridge This dramatic bridge was built over ten years, from 1839-1849, and appears even more impressive at night. Image # 07371. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312634256-62DJKIH46ASSCJ6DXGGM/07394_Budapest-FishermenBastion_1500px.jpg Hungary - The Fishermen's Bastion When seen from below, the neo-Gothic Fishermen's Bastion is an impressive combination of buildings and invites your visit. Image # 07394. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312634003-QJP5OH2NCPQRA5TXS3BW/07395_Budapest-cathedral_1500px.jpg Hungary - Hungarian Disney One of the most complex elements in the Fishermen's Bastion is this section that seems to be an inspirational model for a Disney building. Image # 07395. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455312635285-61O4H27U1ZGKG3X9A4R4/07396_Budapest-skyline-arches_1500px.jpg Hungary - View Through the Arches Peer through these arches and admire the Pest side of Budapest. Image # 07396. http://hillart.com/newnorway daily 0.75 2019-08-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566829309111-TD0SF3WASTP1KDJWA8WN/2019_Lof-Reine-harbor-0003_4M.jpg Norway - Reine and the Reinefjord The picturesque village of Reine sits at the mouth of the Reinefjord, with towering moss-covered mountains on each side. This is one of the prettiest places in the Lofoten Islands. Image #08417. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566826728288-TUZ2V8YVP736Q08BX3IR/2019_Lof-Ballstad-moonrise-0900_4M.jpg Norway - Moonrise over Lofoten This image was made at 3AM, in the tiny fishing village of Ballstad. The foreground lines are from a Viking ship moored nearby. Image #08408. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539227384-V8FDV0BTQ0KTXFDRIR5B/05954_Nordcapp-village_1500px.jpg Norway - Near the Top of the World The coast of Norway is varied and beautiful. I traveled north along the entire coast, and went well above the Arctic Circle, to reach the northernmost town in the country. Nordcapp is show here in the summer, and has no rush hour traffic! Image # 05954. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539227848-5HCKHV3VY77EIMAHTIIZ/05967_Oslo-Museum-house_1500px.jpg Norway - The Oslo House In Oslo, there is a wonderful museum showcasing the architectural heritage of Norway. This colorful house within the museum grounds has a lovely setting with gardens and patch to explore. Image # 05967. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539228372-VQKOEGCFYV0UZBY19GZO/07471_Oslo-VikingShip760AD_1500px.jpg Norway - Viking Ship This Viking ship dates from about 740AD. The vikings helped shape the history of northern Europe. They once controlled half of Britain, sending mariners as far west as Newfoundland, as far south as Gibraltar, and established cities in Ireland. Image # 07471. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566826702338-5HE7LI5NA2G51J8SETV4/2019_Lof-Ballstad-cod-drying-racks-0877_3M.jpg Norway - Fish-drying Racks Fishing for Atlantic cod is the primary industry in the Lofoten Islands. The fish are cut to remove the fillets and liver oil, then the skins are salted and set out to dry on these racks. Image #08409. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539228378-HU6HXKWQPAXHVM776CXP/07472_Oslo-FolkMusOld-bldg2_1500px.jpg Norway - Medieval Meetinghouse This ancient building resides in Oslo's Norsk Folkemuseum, and is an ornate example of a village building that likely was used for gatherings. Image # 07472. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566826712136-JPTOVJMH9X315UD9579W/2019_Lof-Ballstad-harbor-9943_4M.jpg Norway - Taking a Day Off In the small fishing village of Ballstad in the Lofoten Islands, these fishing boats are resting for their next trip into the ocean nearby. Image #08410. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539228742-8O7URHVGTZ714YSYUZHJ/07473_Oslo-FolkMus-Grasscabin_1500px.jpg Norway - Ahead of Its Time Ecology proponents recommend planting sod on the roof of a house, to insulate and help the environment. This modest house in the Oslo Norwegian Folk Museum was practicing that technique hundreds of years ago. Image # 07473. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566826722459-0JK6VSK5FALO0CLW1P0E/2019_Lof-Ballstad-harbor-9987_4M.jpg Norway - The Rorbuer In the tiny fishing village of Ballstad, this traditional fisherman’s hut (“rorbuer) is still in use, with an historic sod-roofed house behind it. The Lofoten Islands are a spectacular place to visit! Image #08412. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539228751-45Y4Q3RLUZJYM24F0DHJ/07474_Oslo-FolkMusBldg_1500px.jpg Norway - The Telemark Loft This is an example of the elaborate wooden homes built by the wealthy Norwegians several centuries ago. This one is located in Oslo, in the Norwegian Folk Museum. Image # 07474. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229049-IWYFF41JFBTPXMBX95MT/07475_Tromso-village-boat_1500px.jpg Norway - Live Close to the Office Far up the Norwegian coast sits Tromso, and this fishing trawler is moored next to condos. So the fishing captain can roll out of bed, grab a fresh coffee on the ground floor, and walk to work. Image # 07475. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539228998-XXIVRG39O6L6J2LQ9F5R/07476_Alesund-salmon-farm_1500px.jpg Norway - Salmon Farm When you shop for salmon, there is usually a choice between farm-raised and Atlantic-caught. I had never seen a farm that raises salmon, until we cruised slowly by this remote business in Alesund on the Norwegian coast. Image # 07476. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229260-X4N5HTUEG1JSNPPTMJI8/07477_Oslo-FolkMusVillage_1500px.jpg Norway - Norsk Folkemuseum A fascinating part of Oslo is the Old Town, part of the Norwegian Folk Museum, where restored and recreated homes have been assembled to reveal what Norwegian life looked like over 100 years ago. Image # 07477. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229345-YWNEMSMOX3VHW3AK0WI3/07479_Nordcapp-village_1500px.jpg Norway - Returning to Port At the end of a rugged day of fishing, it is time to head back to port for a hot meal and a shower. Image # 07479. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229538-G1CUHW1PU0J15X36JHDF/07480_Nordcapp-village_1500px.jpg Norway - Nordcapp Village Who would imagine that the northernmost village in Norway would look so civilized? The is Nordcapp during its brief time of summer and daylight. It is merely 25 miles west of the border with Russia. Image # 07480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229606-R4VQGZ1B3HT4WB0RDD8R/07483_Fjord-%26-mtns_1500px.jpg Norway - Rugged Landscape This is the picturesque entrance to a fjord near Sandnessjoen, Norway. Very few people live in this rugged region, and their only connection to the rest of the country is by water. Image # 07483. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229649-5E9BHSGCF3LLBR73NPOI/07484_Troll-Fjord_1500px.jpg Norway - Troll Fjord The mountains plunge into the sea in many Norwegian fjords. This one is nicknamed the Troll Fjord, because it is very close to the mythological home of the trolls. Image # 07484. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229842-3RM31KCRLR5RJQG2PRUF/07485_Norway-coast6_1500px.jpg Norway - Living on the Edge These snowcapped mountains greet arriving boats that are about to enter the fjord near Kristiansund. There is a simple road connecting these houses with their fishing docks, but it is a very long drive to reach larger communities. Image # 07485. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229810-67YI8M9EYDOG0LL09IOR/07487_N0_coast4-at2am_1500px.jpg Norway - Mid-Summer Night This is what the dramatic coastline of Norway looks like - at 2:00 am on the longest day of the year. I was wearing sunglasses! Image # 07487. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229918-8MTVJ4GC6BV516IKHUMK/07489_Norway-coast2_1500px.jpg Norway - Land of the Midnight Sun This photograph was made at 3:00am, and I am not sure whether we are watching a sunrise or a sunset. This view is very close to Harstad, near the top of Norway. Image # 07489. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539229995-A26O8S5OPFE2UVYNI65V/07490_Arctic-Circle-dawn_1500px.jpg Norway - Dawn at the Arctic Circle This barren beauty greeted me as I sailed gently into the Arctic Circle. Notice the obelisk on the right that marks the point of entry into the Circle. The sun gradually brightened the start of a new day. Image #07490. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539230344-EXUVQFAOOZM9TEWSNUMS/07491_Carved-Troll_1500PX.jpg Norway - The Troll This carved troll looks pretty friendly, and very well preserved for being 80 years old. Image # 07491. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539230309-OR8TTMBPN8WXA2UP1PCC/07492_Bergen-harbor_1500px.jpg Norway - Bergen Harbor Bergen is on the water, and this compact pleasure harbor was a pleasant walk. The industrial harbor is not nearly as inviting. Image # 07492. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539230796-903G4Z3TU9L8FN6ZVRJE/07493_Bergen-stores1_1500px.jpg Norway - Shopping in Bergen These shops face the harbor in Bergen, and have just what you need for souvenirs, starting with sweaters. Image # 07493. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539230650-PM4CWG2ZVL2DNXP8BEN6/07494_Bergen-stores3_1500px.jpg Norway - Retail Architecture So much of our retail world is generic and predictable. This strip of shops in Bergen has delightfully different buildings, each one with a distinctive look. Image # 07494. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455539231091-JDA4EA7PYF8SDI6TTCA3/07495_Bergen-stores4_1500px.jpg Norway - Watchman on the Corner These traditional Norwegian shops are near the harbor in Bergen. Notice the man on the corner, watching you. Image # 07495. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566828046065-MVC27U4ITETA7TVSU4XS/2019_Lof-Farstad-dory-0014_4M.jpg Norway - The Lofoten Dory Near the village of Farstad, this classic dory presides over a lake. Lofoten mountains are in all directions, but this little boat doesn’t care about mountains. Image #08412. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566828052648-AUPPUQOTC85K4ACO85H2/2019_Lof-Henningsvaer-buildings-0043_4M.jpg Norway - The Houses of Henningsvaer These traditional fishermen’s huts are painted in untraditional colors. In front of them is the harbor, and behind them dramatic mountains. Image #08413. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566828061118-HHK4SXP3F6Q2JS0VLYSV/2019_Lof-misc-tricycle-0820_4M.jpg Norway - The Lofoten Tricycle On a remote road in the Lofoten Islands, this whimsical tricycle is dressed for success. Too bad there may not be any place to go. Image #08414. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566828066261-TDKFBOS1PDVCOCGWU8XZ/2019_Lof-mountains-0925_4M.jpg Norway - Reflection In the Lofoten Islands, mountains are everywhere. There are often lakes fed by waterfalls from the mountains. Dramatic and pretty! Image #08415. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566829294204-T4B8ECDVSHYOXIYT295O/2019_Lof-mountains-9982_3M.jpg Norway - Shades of the Shore The hundreds of mountains in the Lofoten Islands seem to go on forever. Sit on the shore and enjoy! Image #08416. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566829302490-HX0D3M5ADSI9WEN193FZ/2019_Lof-Reine-harbor-0001_4M.jpg Norway - Morning in Reine All is calm in the fishing village of Reine. This perhaps the most photogenic village in the Lofoten Islands. Sit a while and celebrate what’s right with our world. Image #08418. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566830597880-7XB7V9TJD3BQJPJQA80R/2019_Lof-Sakrisoy-harbor-9995_4M.jpg Norway - The Village of Sakrisoy Sakrisoy has a vibrant community to match its spectacular setting. It features one of the few restaurants in the Lofotens that serves breakfast! Image #08419. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566830605284-T94MLQ8JP1J0J1DFVHDH/2019_Lof-Sakrisoy-resepsjon-9999_4M.jpg Norway - Checking In In the small village of Sakrisoy in the Lofoten Islands, there are numerous fishing shacks available for rent. Here is one of the prettiest for you to check in for your stay. Image #08420. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566830611798-3DLSG47P6CBLDILDZBPG/2019_Lof-seagulls-0008_4M.jpg Norway - The Locals In the small fishing village of Aa in the Lofoten Islands, there are lots of sea birds. These seagulls enjoy this shelter from the wind. Image #08421. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566830622031-HFIBUKT2RKIYQMO3A66R/2019_Lof-shoreline-0011_3M.jpg Norway - Red Rorbuers Along the Lofoten Islands coastline, there are many small fishing villages. These red fishermen’s homes (“rorbuers”) caught my eye. Image #08422. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566830628881-PB7AAV1ZMSIZUDAJBN9M/2019_Oslo-harbor_0771_4M.jpg Norway - Oslo Harbor The harbor in Oslo is very active and filled with diverse attractions. The old fort sits on the hill, receiving cruise ships and old sailing vessels. Lots to see and enjoy. Image #08423. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566830637208-ZEOS0ZPB1UBCMBXU5L45/2019_Oslo-Nobel-0127_4M.jpg Norway - The Nobel Peace Center One of the most impressive buildings in Norway is this Nobel Peace Center. It sits near the harbor and has an impressive presentation of its purpose and the history of award recipients. Image #08424. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1566830644798-JGY5R5KCVT7JETJXHI45/2019_Oslo-street-0724_4M.jpg Norway - Center City Oslo Oslo is a very walkable city. At the head of Karl Johans Street sits the imposing Royal Palace. Image #08425. http://hillart.com/newperu daily 0.75 2016-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547760926-ZLFQPN9J78DSXNUPFZZX/06381_MP-from-IncaTrail_1500px.jpg Peru - The View from the Inca Trail The Inca Trail is a four-day advanced adventure from Cuzco. This is the view of the Sanctuary as the trail gets closer, making the hike that much more satisfying. Balanced on a small green-carpeted ledge, Machu Picchu is regarded as the soul of the Andes - and inspires awe. Image #06381. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547760931-AC2X6E0OKT470XBUNP0B/06390_MP-fromHuaynaPicchu_1500px.jpg Peru - The View from Huayna Picchu One of the toughest climbs in my life was the scaling of the steep Huayna Picchu that you normally see behind the Sanctuary. The artist in me wanted to find an original view - and here is what I found. You can easily see the switchback road leading up to the Sanctuary, the river on the far right and the dramatic drop off on both sides of the ruins. I would not do that again. Image # 06390. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547761304-QM807G4YJBNJK1X809DJ/06392_Machu-Picchu_1500px.jpg Peru - The Sanctuary at Machu Picchu The Lost City at Machu Picchu, high in the Andes of Peru, is one of the world's special places. It was built and inhabited more than 500 years ago by Inca people without knowledge of the wheel. Many questions remain since it was discovered in the 1920's. As early morning fog lifts, the visitor ponders how such a thing came to be. This is a place that will make you believe in magic. While it is a man-made wonder, it's almost as if you can feel the spirits of the people who built it and lived here. I sat on this spot at dawn and at dusk, and truly found it to be a sanctuary. Image # 06392. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547761396-UURARH7GQ3PYLVFCPGAM/07546_MP-Santuary_1500px.jpg Peru - Approaching the Sanctuary From every angle, this is a remarkable place. Until you are standing there, you cannot fully appreciate the extreme drop-off on three sides, and the inconceivable amount of physical labor needed to carve the stones, transport them from where they were "quarried", and fit them together into a magnificent master plan. Here is a visual history stretching across the centuries. Image # 07546. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547761715-OGUVJZ812YOOFEEY6Z1V/07572_MP-ruins-rainbow_1500px.jpg Peru - Rainbow over the Sanctuary Early one morning, as the sun was burning through the heavy mist and fog of dawn, I was greeted by this rainbow. It was perfectly placed, subtle yet powerful in the quiet start to the new day. Image # 07572. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547761993-OMGENC4GNUZHYMXHD9E4/07573_Cuzco-Monasterio-arch_1500px.jpg Peru - The Hotel Monasterio Stand here and look at the courtyard of the old monastery. Listen to the gentle Gregorian Chant being sung by a male choir, to remind you of the origins of this hotel. Truly timeless. Image # 07573. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547762142-HO7FOEHWZTAAFS47OLIC/07574_Cuzco-Monasterio-courtyard_1500px.jpg Peru - The Courtyard at the Monasterio This historic property was a monastery for three centuries. Within the arched perimeter lies the garden courtyard anchored by t 300-year-old Cedar tree and the cloisters. Every guest room has oxygen concentrators to enrich the atmosphere and minimize the effects of high altitude. Image # 07574. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547762875-QA2869OA771LU91QROOV/07576_Cuzco-Plaza_1500px.jpg Peru - The Plaza in Cuzco Cuzco is the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, and is set at more than 11,000 feet in altitude. It remains a fascinating blend of Incan and Spanish remnants. Also a very walkable (and shopable) town. Just be aware of the friendly and persistent kids trying to sell you trinkets. Image # 07576. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547762669-HT5F6VDLQF6ORPD7Q7SD/07577_Cuzco-menu_1500px.jpg Peru - Do You Want Your Guinea Pig Medium? This sidewalk menu in Cuzco is informative and quite humorous. This merchant has done very well with hungry tourists from the U.S. Image # 07577. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547763327-U2636TVYDOWQD2BWD6SE/07578_MP-Sanct-llama_1500px.jpg Peru - Meet the Mayor Llamas roam freely around Machu Picchu, allowing two-legged visitors to visit the Sanctuary, yet not hesitating to step in front of the camera until the photograph is made. Llamas are known to spit, so keep your distance. Image # 07578. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547763290-BNUBR3RTLR8SG7ROMFZY/07579_MP-IncaTr-llama_1500px.jpg Peru - You Are Not Alone This photograph may lead you to think that these llamas are leading us along the final mile of the Inca Trail, then on into the Sanctuary. The truth is the llamas congregate wherever they wish, and seem to enjoy blocking the trail. Do you hear the white llama in the center, daring me to pass? Image # 07579. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547763699-3IRTXQASGETE8SA0ZGAD/07580_MP-Sanctuary_1500px.jpg Peru - Machu Picchu This Incan village was built upon gravity-defying terraces. In this light, the shapes of the living units are prominent. Every room had access to running water, even though the river was 2,000' below! Image # 07580 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547763757-J8IVSMOURA9KWTE71ST9/07581_MP-Sanctuary_1500px.jpg Peru - The Sanctuary Talk about having a room with a view: on all sides, the surrounding mountains are spectacular. It is hard to appreciate the scale of Machu Picchu, and harder to understand the thousands of days of work to transport and set the stones to build this fortress. Image # 07581. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547764637-7WYZVSMCKQ654G319UPB/07582_Cuzco-window_1500px.jpg Peru - The blue Cuzco Doors These French doors stopped me in my tracks as I was exploring colonial Cuzco. Great color and I'll bet a great story behind the closed blinds. Image # 07582. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547764586-T5PYJZNI7MSWBE69G3DH/07583_SacredValley-tapestry_1500px.jpg Peru - Wedding Tapestry This hand-woven tapestry was over 5 feet wide, vivid in color, and intended as a wedding gift for a newly married couple. Very impressive! Image # 07583. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547765022-2FY52EYVWNQV12YIYWPS/07584_SacredValley-spices_1500px.jpg Peru - The Spice Market Surrounded by fresh vegetables and hand-woven tapestries, the woman at this table offers colorful spices that she will bag by hand on request. What would you like? Image # 07584. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547765014-UIO0ALXXTTGGT2YCZJBV/07585_SacredValley-market_1500px.jpg Peru - Market in the Valley Walk through these doors and enter the world of the local Pisac market, and brush off your negotiating skills. Image # 07585. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547765692-UVF2FHBTBI0F1F9PXAKY/07586_SacredValley-market_1500px.jpg Peru - Ladies of the Market They look bored, pretending not to notice me the visitor. I promise you that if I come up to any of them, show interest in buying what they are selling, they will find their pulse. This Pisac market in the Sacred Valley was extensive and fascinating to wander. Image # 07586. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547765574-IXP9PLIZ7WRR4UQKUA3E/07587_SacredValley-landscape_1500px.jpg Peru - The Sacred Valley The Urubamba Valley, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, is a valley in the Andes of Peru, close to the Inca capital of Cuzco and the ancient city of Machu Picchu. Clearly a painterly landscape, early Incan farmers worked its fertile soil to grow maize and other vegetables. # 07587. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547765841-U5WBL4PRJR7UMAOJ7F2G/07588_SacredValley-landscape_1500px.jpg Peru - The Valley of the Incas What a visual treat to see blooming flowers in the foreground and the dramatic snow-capped Andes in the background. The land is very fertile, and contains numerous archeological remains of early Inca villages. Image # 07588. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547766020-P8GMKH1Z8A28QH00CMKZ/07589_Lima-carriages_1500px.jpg Peru - Carriages in Lima These elegant carriages are parked just off the historic plaza in Lima. What a classic way to take a tour of Peru's capital, also the nation's largest and most modern city. Image # 07589. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455547766429-H6UWAGCLW7BTL5LP95FT/07590_Lima-RosaNautica_1500px.jpg Peru - The Rosa Nautica Since 1983, this upscale restaurant has delighted visitors looking for exquisite cuisine. Built on stilts out over the Pacific, the menu offers both Peruvian and international styles to satisfy your hunger. But enough words - your table is waiting! Image # 07590. http://hillart.com/newsouth-africa daily 0.75 2016-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565653075-0NY52OPXS37BPEMGU22F/07061_KrugerNP-LionCub2_1500px.jpg South Africa - The Princess of Tanda Tula In the African world of ever-present danger, learning skills and mastering independence are crucial for survival. Noble by birth and powerful by nature, lion cubs nevertheless have more to learn than most other predators: their prey is large and particularly agile when escaping their advances. For this reason, the adult lioness devotes much of her time to helping her cubs accurately bring down prey, fostering their independence in the process. This adorable lion cub was waiting for her mother to locate food. Then the cubs in the pride will be moved to the kill. Image # 07961. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565653016-NKCJ2P4NN9N8XV7JSP8K/07062__white-lions-5819_1500px.jpg South Africa - The White Lions of Timbavati This small pride of two females and three cubs was close-knit and very affectionate. One adult lioness will often "babysit" while the youngsters' mothers hunt - a strict and fiercely defensive chaperone. Being nocturnal, lions spend much of their time relaxing during the heat of the day. Image # 07062. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565653540-3KFB0WM8KN109HFKF64D/07063_Leopard13L-794_1500px.jpg South Africa - Mama is Watching Renowned for its beautifully marked coat, this carnivorous cat deserves its place as one of the "Big Five". The physics of a leopard are impressive: how can a 100-pound animal climb a tree with its claws? Then, how can one hold a 100-pound impala in its teeth, lift it up a tree, balance it on a limb, and invite the cubs to dinner? Image # 07063. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565653646-ADJZ8EMTRMQL7P00VC2I/07064_TT_Impala4-649_1500px.jpg South Africa - Impala The impala is a graceful member of the antelope family, and is a plentiful food source for leopards and lions. Leaping Impala can clear heights of ten feet. Image # 07064. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565654263-NYWWHD3K44SKGXTW428U/07065_Stell_Warwick4D_7536_1500px.jpg South Africa - Warwick Wine Farm The Warwick wine farm is located on the north side of Stellenbosch. They playfully feature the "Big Five" types of grapes, in sloping fields not far from the mountains. Image # 07065. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565654223-229WH1JZU2SYVTME6NK0/07066_TT-AfricanBuffalo4-831_1500px.jpg South Africa - African Buffalo The African Buffalo is one of the big five, and will not ever win a beauty contest. The size and shape of a buffalo's horns give an indication of the sex and age of the animal. Often birds known as "oxpeckers" can be seen removing ticks from the hides of these animals. Image # 07066. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565654812-QURSDF4GJFKZ31S0752N/07067_TT-Elephant3-669_1500px.jpg South Africa - Training Time Young elephants stay close to their mother as they learn to drink and graze. There is a copycat stage the baby follows that is simply fun to watch. As social creatures, elephants live in herds of eight to twelve cows, led by a matriarch who decides when and where they move. Male elephants roam widely and become gradually separated from the herd in adolescence. Image # 07067. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565654724-5TDVMXL1W1LWRQ3RVZOI/07068_TT-Bull-Elephant26-027_1500px.jpg South Africa - You Should MOVE! The elephant is the largest land mammal in the world. His extremely large ears serve an elephant well: they provide a very acute sense of hearing, their continued slow flapping provides a very effective air conditioning system and they can be flared to show anger and warn of a potential charge. This old bull decided that the artist was too close for his comfort. I moved. Image # 07068. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565655382-CPPD0OB2O5B2V3WR573G/07069_TT-Elephant21-958_1500px.jpg South Africa - Would Botox Help? This old bull elephant has quite a face. Lines over lines, and he even tried sand-blasting. Image # 07069. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565655417-BCO4P9LXQX5A2D5KMWNY/07070_TT-Giraffe21-5738_1500px.jpg South Africa - The Tallest One The giraffe is the tallest animal on earth, known to reach heights of 18 feet. This height is a great asset for reaching the thorny offerings of the acacia tree. It is graceful when grazing at 30' up, yet very awkward when trying to drink from a water hole. Image # 07070. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565656118-GHMDFNAUALLZZIUULBHI/07071_TT_2Giraffes-698_1500px.jpg South Africa - Ladies' Day Out A young giraffe follows behind its mother, learning to graze and to keep watch for danger. Image # 07071. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565655950-NJFZ84FYK9KH8F0T3KPG/07072_TT-Leopard1-725_1500px.jpg South Africa - Resting from Last Night Leopards hunt at night. They rest and sleep in trees during the day. Image # 07072. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565656451-L088DSVBG0LVHXX66E8I/07073_TT_Leopard36_5782_1500px.jpg South Africa - Lazy in the Sun Lazy is probably not the right word - a leopard is always vigilant. But the sun has to feel good after a night of hunting. Image # 07073. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565656785-JUOHF7DW73F71H4PDEA9/07074_TT_Leopard21_T2560_1500px.jpg South Africa - Lunch Time for Leopards The strongest climber of African cats, the leopard often takes to the trees, either to take refuge from danger or to store its kill out of reach of scavengers and rival predators. Here a female leopard rests above her young who is enjoying an impala. Leopards cubs begin to learn hunting skills at just 4 months and become independent at about 14 months. However, they will remain in close proximity to Mother who often helps with handouts when cubs are struggling to master the art. Image # 07074. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565657176-4AFVRX1YMH19QGJRR883/07075_TT-Lion1-838_1500px.jpg South Africa - Guardian of the Cubs The tawny colors of the lion blend in with the savanna vegetation, providing camouflage protection for the young as the mother keeps a watchful eye on the bush around her. A typical pride consists of a couple of territorial lions and a group of lionesses. They form a cooperative extended family where the responsibility for protecting cubs is a general adult concern. This lioness is standing watch over four cubs, two of which are visible in the grass. Another female is away from this area, hunting food for their young. Image # 07075. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565657864-SQCJJKUJXYHQKSGVCXE2/07076_TT-Zebra5-699_1500px.jpg South Africa - The Zebra The zebra, unmistakable because of its prominent stripes, is a horse-like grazer that prefers grassland habitats. It grazes in the long grass during the day, moving to shorter grass at night to be less vulnerable to surprise attacks by predators, especially lion. Incredibly, no two zebra have the same stripe pattern. Image # 07076. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565658107-FOSA81XMJWLZT4TLAPOF/07077_TT-WhiteLion64-5807_1500px.jpg South Africa - White Female Lion Female lions form the basis of a pride and are generally related. They work together as a group, making them formidable hunters. This rare white female lion is moving from her pride to begin her search for dinner. Image # 07077. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565658358-X85Q49T8Z8F8EPBEPSH1/07078_TT-LionCub15-843_1500px.jpg South Africa - Lunch for the Cub This cute lion cub is enjoying morsels of kudu, provided by its mother. This was one of four cubs sharing this food. Image # 07078. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565658778-DBN1DS9LT9E2FUVKZK24/07079_TT-Lion16-Ret-923_1500px.jpg South Africa - Looking at You Closely Female lions are always to be respected. This one was not sure about the artist getting so close. Image # 07079. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565659323-HOD0LEEA65L4XILEY3EU/07080_TT_Lion15-926-1500px.jpg South Africa - King of the Jungle As the largest member of the cat family, this carnivorous predator has earned the title "King of the Jungle", due to its hunting prowess. The lion usually preys on impala and zebra. The male lion's distinctive mane is fully developed by age three, serving to attract females and provide a useful display tool to warn off competition and defend his position in the pride. Image # 07080. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565659673-NJ9RE68LL7EZ24C595NT/07081_TT-Lion13-906_1500px.jpg South Africa - The Face of a Hunter This male lion has been in several battles. Facial souvenirs are part of his way of life, in hunting and defending his territory. Image # 07081. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565660599-8Q2T49A2CHSNTSWRKIMA/07082_TT_Lion12-916_1500px.jpg South Africa - Profile of the King Lions are territorial, and it is generally the males who will defend and protect the pride from intruders. They often warn off potential threats with terrifying loud roars. This senior male lion is part of a pride with another male and three female lions, plus a few cubs. Image # 07082. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565660819-8UBHCB4R7EFFKL6L7ZSN/07083_LS_Giraffe8-121_1500px.jpg South Africa - Like My Eyelashes? If you have ever had eyelash-envy, get over it. The eyebrows on a mature giraffe are 3" long. Image # 07083. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565661890-PP370AOD8PPM33KJXVDW/07085_LS_Hippopotamus3-081_1500px.jpg South Africa - Watch Yourself Male hippos are masters at intimidation, but have the equipment to follow through if their roars are not respected. They are dangerous, unpredictable, and can run far faster (toward us) than we think. Image # 07085. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565662173-36Q3LSM108NYO4FTLOO5/07086_LS-Lions39-147_1500px.jpg South Africa - Possibilities This couple sure looked like there would be a mating session, which the artist watched for ten minutes. Eventually, the female developed a headache and his goal would have to wait for another day. Image # 07086. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565663099-XWW7NRG45DTSBCYCH8ZD/07087_LS-Leopard20-034_1500px.jpg South Africa - Proud and Beautiful This beautiful male leopard was headed to a small tree, where he would mark his territory. Fine with me - mark any tree you want. Image # 07087. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565663243-NVSZM84SEN7WOUM4S96A/07088_LS_BlackRhino1_6121_1500px.jpg South Africa - White Rhino Despite its prehistoric and ferocious appearance, the white rhinoceros is generally quite placid. Although it has very poor eyesight, its sharp sense of smell and excellent hearing help to alert it to danger. Image # 07088. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565663921-YLFZIX5RBYPL8P5RDX8Q/07089_LS-BlackRhino2_6117_1500px.jpg South Africa - Rhino Mother and Child The white rhino has a square set of lips, well suited to grazing the short grasses of which it is so fond. Rhino are very attentive mothers, and once a calf is on its feet, its mother follows behind it, gently prodding the young calf with her horn to guide it in the right direction. A female produces a calf only every three years, so perhaps this is what makes these mothers so protective. Image # 07089. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565664182-ZEZBQ9K39EJ6M5ADEW90/07090_LS-WhiteRhino2_144_1500px.jpg South Africa - Are You Flirting With Me? Here you can see the square set of lips, particularly suited to grazing short grasses. Territorial males are generally solitary. So how do you respond to this approach? The artist chose to back off. Image # 07090. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565665021-3JN40MFUWSSNOEPR0RPW/07091_WC-Stellenbosch-15-7489_1500px.jpg South Africa - The Vineyards of Els Surrounding the Ernie Els winery are lush vines that will contribute to their excellent red wines. The view is typical of the beautiful wine farms in Stellenbosch, known as the wine capital of South Africa with more than 150 wineries. Image # 07091. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565665082-2ZXUT9R4UYC7L7YKPCNV/07092_WC-Stell-Thelema1-7499_1500px.jpg South Africa - Thelema Wine Farm On the Stellenbosch slopes of the Thelema wine farm, vineyards and olive trees capture the warm South African sun. Many wineries offer Cape Blends and Bordeaux varietals, and also feature Pinotage. Pinotage is a grape created in 1925 by cloning Pinot Noir and Cinsault vines, and has become South Africa's signature red wine varietal. Image # 07092. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565665878-QDLNXX1LTVJ9P6TXR50O/07093_WC-Stell-Rustenberg4-7512_1500px.jpg South Africa - Rustenberg Wine Farm Rustenberg boasts one of the finest examples of the Cape Dutch homestead architecture, honoring the 300-year heritage of Huguenot settlers to the Stellenbosch and Franschoek regions. They brought with them their age-old French wine and food culture. Image # 07093. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565666142-MUWJ5I1O5IMW0A7QKYDY/07094_Stell-ErnieEls7_1500px.jpg South Africa - Tasting and Putting Golf great Ernie Els founded and owns this spectacular wine farm in Stellenbosch. Yes, that is a putting green between you and the vines. The tee is on the outside edge of their tasting room. At last you can have an excuse for a poor putt! Image # 07094. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565666493-TL0678B66QIP6E9I9YPR/07095_CT_BoKapp22-7281_1500px.jpg South Africa - The Vivid Colors of Bo-Kapp Strong colors define each of the houses along the cobblestone streets of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town. This is a reborn quarter of the city originally settled by slaves from Malaysia and India. Image # 07095. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565666842-ZPCLQSNVSGGE2KW7LUBO/07096_BoKapp17-7286_1500px.jpg South Africa - Bo-Kapp Colors Vivid colors define each of the houses along the cobblestone streets of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town. Every turn reveals another form of art. Image # 07096. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565667568-SIZEGD2JKFNJBPH6ANCL/07098_CT_BoKapp4-7272_1500px.jpg South Africa - Colorful Bo-Kapp Vivid colors define each of the houses along the cobblestone streets of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town. Image # 07098. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565667652-7ZXBWRKJZGPAXP6RUA8A/07099_CapeTown-Parliament2-7338_1500px.jpg South Africa - Cape Town Parliament The Parliament building in center city Cape Town conveys both elegance and importance. Image # 07099. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565668325-L9TW4G5RQXH1U7QFCC0I/07100_CapeTown-CityHall4-7333_1500.jpg South Africa - Cape Town City Hall City Hall dominates the main plaza in center city Cape Town. Image # 07100. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565668264-102E1Q2GFNNTOQN07XP6/07101_Capetown-V%26A-Waterfront9-3251_1500px.jpg South Africa - The V & A Waterfront Cape Town is a beautiful city on the water, cradled at the base of imposing Table Mountain. Here is the pulse of the harbor, with many restaurants and shops surround the working harbor at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Image # 07101. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455565668987-TB0H02EMSG6H5IZGO2XB/08118_CapeGoodHope6-7266_1500px.jpg South Africa - The Cape of Good Hope The famous point anchors the very bottom of the continent of Africa, and has been witness to dramatic seas and rugged sailing. Image # 08118. http://hillart.com/newother-parks daily 0.75 2016-03-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603684113-N4AOGBBBWA2COEYSZVZ8/01313_Summer-in-SanJuans_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Summer in the San Juans Skier-in-recovery Wayne Hill knows that Colorado offers wonderful skiing, yet is even more enjoyable to explore in the summer. This vista of the San Juan Range of mountains awaits you as you begin your adventure on Million Dollar Road north of Telluride. These horses have no idea how lucky they are to call this setting home. Unspoiled and magnificent, between Ouray and Telluride, it is well worth the drive to be there! Image # 01313. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503330941982-LI19X1SFOA8XYLU28MUD/08276_UT_Zion-river-and-cliffs_3M.jpg Other Parks - The Virgin River and Impressive Cliffs Much of the experience of Zion National Park is gained by hiking. Trails go in every direction, and this one along the Virgin River leads to spectacular cliffs. Image # 08276. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603685151-A23KDAFTF3WXADFNP8T6/02221_VA_Mabry_Mill_60x30-sig_122M.jpg Other Parks - Morning at the Mabry Mill Do you need stress relief? Slow down beside the rhodos and the old millpond at the Mabry Mill, located at milepost 181 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in southwest Virginia. This picturesque mill began operating in 1908. The National Park Service lists the Parkway as the most visited site in the National Park system. Yet this image offers a wonderful sense of calm and a healthy dose of nostalgia. I can also recommend the pancakes in the restaurant 100 yards behind my tripod... Image # 02221. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603686345-PNQW58S2J4NFPZM7DDPT/05232_Denali-Great-One_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Denali, The Great One Denali National Park is one of North America's natural treasures, crowned by Mount McKinley, the highest peak on the continent at 20,320 feet. This vast park is far larger than Massachusetts. To protect its fragile ecology, there is only one 91-mile road (mostly unpaved) which ends near the center of the park. The mountain is referred to among Alaskans by its Athabascan Indian name Denali "the great one". It is 20 miles away from its remarkable reflection in Wonder Lake. I was very lucky to make this image in the summer, when "The Mountain" is rarely clear. Image # 05232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603685633-UQRXYULTN1GGPXU8S8PU/02283_GF-of-the-Potomac_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Great Falls of the Potomac This large-format image conveys the power of the Potomac River as it descends through Great Falls at dawn. Many people consider these Great Falls to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here, the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls before it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603684882-S5KRWEK6XR5YJOVF572C/01246_MesaVerde_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Remains to Be Seen Where did they go? Visitors to the Cliff Palace in Colorado's Mesa Verde National Park have many questions about the Anasazi ruins that have been discovered and protected. The cliff dwellings here are but a fraction of what this vanished culture built and then deserted 800 years ago. Lingering in this special place, you can feel the presence of the Anasazi people still, ancestors of the Pueblo Indians, that lived here until about A.D.1200. How did they live in America's first high rise? Image # 01246. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603685986-TIE95LUF77N2RFKXN9ND/02888_Wolf-Trap-Lawn_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Lawn Life at Wolf Trap Take a picnic, take a blanket, take good friends, and head to America's only National Park for the Performing Arts. A great way to spend an evening! My mosaic of people prior to the performance is fun to study - you may even be in it! Image # 02888. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603685687-RMWR0P7AOL01PACH7FLM/02269_Rhodos-BlueRidge_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Rhodos on the Blue Ridge Driving or hiking along the Blue Ridge in late spring will connect you with wonderful rhododendren in bloom. Here is evidence that late spring is a great time to be in the Blue Ridge mountains. Image # 02269. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603686850-533NCNFY9XE03P6M2CA1/05491_Fall-color-on-Hudson_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Foliage on the Hudson Late September brings a palette of brilliant colors. This early performance was on the shore of the upper Hudson River. Image # 05491. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603686727-B7PEE02QDCLIO2GBXHD4/05526_GreatSandDunes-CO_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Great Sand Dunes Who would guess there are huge sand dunes in the middle of Colorado? The main dune field covers 30 square miles, with individual mounds standing 650 feet high. Sculpted by wind and water, how did they get there? Enjoy the patterns of sun and shadow as you labor to reach the top. It took me over an hour to hike from this spot to the "summit". These dunes are one of the most unique places in the American west. Great Sand Dunes National Park is one of the newest national parks, re-designated in 2004. Image # 05526. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603687131-VI80PJKFX3ZJ40RG6PL9/05624_BryceCanyon-panorama_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Bryce Canyon When you travel to visit Bryce Canyon National Park, you will drive across many miles of ordinary Utah terrain - then the Wow! factor hits you as you first gaze down on Bryce Canyon. It is a unique and memorable geologic marvel, featuring a dazzling palette of oranges, yellow and beige sandstone. I love to hike the rim and then plunge down into the Hoodoos ("fairy chimneys") as the vertical formations are called. Image # 05624. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603688133-J85AVOKUDEPW0PL1EECJ/05678_Zion-Virgin-Watchman_1500px.jpg Other Parks - The Virgin and the Watchman The Virgin River runs down the valley in magnificent Zion National Park, and is a fitting companion in this image with the iconic Watchman. Image # 05678. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603688003-GLVIJNAZ8CSFD5ND34NT/05691_ZionNP-trees_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Canyon and Cottonwood The gentle backlit Cottonwood trees provide contrast with the strong walls of the canyon in Zion National Park. There can be great rewards for stepping off the beaten path. It is surely true in Zion: what fills your eye will fill your heart. Image # 05691. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603689057-MSYB7FN0HAJA5T4C61V1/05695_Bryce-hoodoos_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Sensual Sandstone These unique Hoodoos are the signature feature of Bryce National Park. Image # 05695. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603689569-A04NMI0UA3W0Q6QR18ZY/05697_Bryce-hoodoos_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Valley of the Hoodoos The signature Hoodoos (also known as "fairy chimneys") in Bryce National Park are fascinating when backlit by early morning light. Image # 05697. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603689937-ZZ5ZB9U7HVNJQ4DCE4J3/05703_BryceAmphitheater_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Morning Among the Hoodoos Seeing Bryce Canyon from the rim is a memorable experience. Even better - head down a trail into the amphitheater and onto the canyon floor to be among the delicate "Hoodoos", these magical multi-colored formations. This is a unique place in all the Americas. Image # 05703. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603690032-QT9NVBL7UUEHMZ6YR3QE/06753_Mt-RainierNP-ReflectionLake_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Reflection Lake Mount Rainier is seen here from Reflection Lake in Mount Rainier National Park, WA. This volcanic mountain is much larger in person than it appears in photographs. Image # 06753. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603690515-H3E3JNEMIJJ8VLIOT095/06755_Mt-RainierNP-ReflectionLake_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Morning at Mount Rainier At first light, leave the Paradise Lodge in Mount Rainier National Park, drive east and arrive at this lake with a misty view of Mount Rainier. It does look like paradise. Breakfast can wait. Image # 06755. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603690505-IRE1W26JIBI00JXRSX3C/06803_CA_Rhodos-Redwoods_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Redwoods and Rhodos Enjoy the sound of silence as you wander among rhodos in bloom under 27-story skyscrapers that are as old as King Tut. This special grove is located in the northern section of Redwood National Park, north of Crescent City, California. Image # 06803. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603690682-09U71S4005TEZ5XZHKVF/06837_Adiron_ElkLakeDawn_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Dawn at Elk Lake Along the shores of New York's Elk Lake, near North Hudson, a 12,000-acre private forest preserve is nestled in the heart of the High Peaks. This was described by the National Geographic as "the jewel of the Adirondacks". Enjoy the solitude of this tranquil wilderness resort. Image # 06837. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603691009-7XKVXAIRR88MAG7B9NL6/06907_Denali-Wonder-Lake_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Morning at Wonder Lake Alaska is so vast that if anybody could figure out a way to steal Italy, Alaska would be the place to hide it. In this image, the sounds of nature are amplified on the shores of Wonder Lake, deep in Denali National Park. This feels like it is a million miles from civilization, which is just fine. Image # 06907. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603690926-0SN5LTWEB4916JE3AI8E/07003_Mt_Rushmore_5659_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Four Fathers You've seen pictures of these sculpted presidents for years, but until you stand beneath them you do not appreciate their scale and their power. Sculptor Gutzon Borglum led a team of workers on narrow cables to create these patriotic faces. If their entire bodies were carved in the same scale, they would have been as tall as a 40-story building. Image # 07004. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603691602-K3WTHRCKFL2H9253C54C/07006_MtRush_5724_GWprofile_1500px.jpg Other Parks - GW Profile George Washington's powerful profile is perfectly placed when viewed by early morning light. This icon on Mount Rushmore in South Dakota was sculpted by Gutzon Borglum over a number of years starting in 1927. His head is 60 feet tall, his nose is 20 feet tall, with an 18 foot wide mouth. Each eye is 11 feet across. Image # 07006. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603692144-2880AWOLZ3L4CJ3507AF/07246_Everglades_Anhinga_1500px.jpg Other Parks - The Anhinga The elegant Anhinga is a water bird. It dives and searches for prey underwater, then has to sit and dry out its wings and feathers to warm up, as it does not have protective oil coating its skin like ducks and geese. Image # 07253. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603692899-ZY2FN50CC407GNBGN0XG/07251_Ever_GrBlueHeron_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Great Blue Heron The Great Blue Heron, seen here in a mangrove tunnel in the Everglades National Park, looks like two very different birds. It is often seen in shallow wetlands, motionless with its long neck leaning forward, trying to convince a fish that it is just part of a tree. When in flight, its neck compresses into an S curve and it is graceful in flight. Image # 07251. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603693340-9BSW9S99QDQEB9B7ZUCV/07252_Ever_Snowy-Egrit_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Egret and Mangrove To truly experience Everglades National Park, you need to be on the water. The artist loved the view of this Snowy Egret as he glided through a mangrove tunnel. Image # 07252. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603693500-7TWO8SNFE9DZVPQHF360/07408_Dunescape-2_1500px.jpg Other Parks - The Dunes in Indiana For 15 miles along the shore of Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Park has much to offer, with 45 miles of trails and rugged dunes and interesting wildlife. Image # 07408. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603694020-VB3OK625HN3BPNMFPP66/07409_Dunescape-1_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Indiana Dunes Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore is located on the shore of Lake Michigan at the very top center of Indiana. Image # 07409. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603694103-QFCQV6KIMWZ8SPNKATZP/07591_RockCreekPk-BldrBrdg_1500px.jpg Other Parks - The Boulder Bridge In Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C., there are a dozen bridges that cross the Rock Creek, and the Boulder Bridge is among the oldest. It was built in 1902 at a cost of only $17,600. It is beautiful and was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Image # 07591. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603694530-ALQ5AXZKMCBDOU55QCMO/07592_RockCreekPk-BouldrBrdg_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Rock Creek Park Rock Creek Park is truly a gem in our Nation's Capital. It offers visitors an opportunity to reflect and soothe their spirits through the beauty of nature. Fresh air, majestic trees, wild animals, the ebb and flow of the Rock Creek, and thousands of years of human history are collectively working so we can enjoy the delicate aura of the forest in the midst of a vibrant city. Image # 07592. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603694494-FA2F4D1UNL32FI11OK97/35166_SpringGreets-BlueRidge1979_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Spring Greets the Blue Ridge The dogwood is among the earliest harbingers of spring in the Blue Ridge of Virginia. After a long winter, it is a most welcome sight - you know a wonderful spring season is not far behind. Image # 35166. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603694925-1B3EK7WXZYHMPNVGUG5T/35907_BlueRidge-Forest1981_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Blue Ridge Forest This old-growth forest is near the Blue Ridge Parkway in central Virginia. Throughout the Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway, there are wonderful trails waiting for you to discover. Take one, hike 100 yards or more, and enjoy the sounds of nature and the comforting absence of the hand of man. Image # 35907. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603694964-0XN85F65ILKGO9DNFGBH/36594_OR_SunsetBaySP_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Sunset Bay State Park This is one of the most memorable of the state parks along the Oregon coast. When I arrived at Sunset Bay State Park, I asked the ranger if there would be a sunset. As I camped here, I got my answer and enjoyed the performance. Image # 36594 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454603695138-41RVPNZ25SEJR7B4RN43/38104_Crater-Lake_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Crater Lake Crater Lake National Park in central Oregon offers lots of hiking around the rim, and the trail nearly always offers stunning views of this magnificent lake. The water color is deep blue, surrounded by sheer cliffs. It is the deepest lake in the United States, and the park was created in 1902 to protect these unique natural resources. Image # 38104. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454604497871-QXOF1Z6Y7RUM8VGHMQ5G/image-asset.jpeg Other Parks - White Sands This is one of countless possibilities, offering wonderful textures and colors in White Sands National Monument near Almagorda, NM. Image # 04151. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454620655432-R65LI26OQQVOO7II4TVA/image-asset.jpeg Other Parks - Sunlight on the Point Wonder Lake changes its moods hourly, as the sun and clouds play with the landscape. Here is the point in brilliant sunlight while The Mountain is shrouded in clouds. Image # 06908. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454944203185-3AYXO64G5I03C2QTTB7B/07005_Mt-Rushmore-night-39-5785_1500px.jpg Other Parks - Icons by Night The sculptures at Mt. Rushmore are impressive by day, and even more dramatic by night. Powerful. Image # 07005. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458918865538-K5GVI1LM56ZMAOZXGDEL/05634_CO_MesaVerde_1500px.jpg Other Parks - America's First High Rise? This remarkable ruin is in Mesa Verde National Park, in southwestern Colorado. This remarkable place generates almost as many questions as answers. Image # 05634. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494270214761-ECFFUAPHGNGAI48CL2F7/08190_AZ-SaguaroNP-Saguaro-cactus-blooms-6255_4M.jpg Other Parks - The Giant Saguaro A Saguaro cactus begins its life as a shiny black seed no bigger than a pinhead. Yet it can live nearly 200 years, and can grow to nearly 50 feet tall! Image # 089190. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494270287629-C4K8BGQSVSXLD5MI304M/08191_AZ-SaguaroNP-Saguaro-cactus-blooms-6270_4M.jpg Other Parks - Saguaro Blossoms This giant cactus plant rewards patient visitors to the Saguaro National Park with delicate blossoms in the spring, that only appear on the very tops of each of the columns and arms. Well worth the wait and the search. Image # 08191. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503080575532-BNNYSJETCCO2SO8DLUXB/08248_FL-KW_Dry-Tortugas_approach_3M.jpg Other Parks - Approaching Dry Tortugas Arriving by seaplane from Key West 70 miles away, this National Park looks tiny. It also encompasses nearly 100 acres of protected water around the fort. Discovered in 1513 by Ponce de Leon and named after the turtles on the small island. Image # 08248. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503081739654-4P35YGPUK9RNO0U0ZLYY/08250_FL-KW_Dry-Tortugas_fort_3M.jpg Other Parks - Fort Jefferson on Dry Tortugas NP Fort Jefferson was constructed in the 1850's and is the largest brick masonry structure in the Western Hemisphere, with more than 16 million bricks. The lighthouse was built in 1856. Image # 08250. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503082693150-63QTSWX5OPFZ0KZ5PYQQ/08249_FL-KW_Dry-Tortugas_fort_3M.jpg Other Parks - The Guns at Fort Jefferson Built in the 1850s, the six-sided fort had 420 heavy guns, as defense near one of the world's busiest shipping lanes. Image # 08249. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503082907242-GUEDIOL6R7DHJ7FL05IB/08246_FL-Dry-Tortugas_fort_3M.jpg Other Parks - The Bricks of Fort Jefferson This fort in Dry Tortugas National Park was used as a prison during and after the Civil War, and its most famous prisoner was Dr. Samuel Mudd, who treated the broken leg of Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth. Image # 08246. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503083757957-BIH3BFQQ82EHEHCDQ86E/08247_FL-KW_Dry-Tortugas_fort_3M.jpg Other Parks - The Fort in Dry tortugas National Park Fort Jefferson was built in the 1850s to protect one of the most strategic deepwater anchorages in North America, and was an important advance post for ships patrolling the Gulf of Mexico. Image # 08247. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503083987499-L1IZPM5SNQTDTILX3U37/08245_FL-Dry-Tortugas_fort-archways_3M.jpg Other Parks - Endless Bricks in Dry Tortugas National Park More than 16 million bricks were used to build Fort Jefferson in the 1850s - and the fort was never completed due to the outbreak of the Civil War. The park is known for abundant sea life, tropical bird breeding ground, colorful coral reefs, and legend of shipwrecks and sunken treasures. Image # 08245. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503084288273-LVMNRNPR3EPDIVQXQGZQ/08269_FL-Dry-Tortugas_waterscape_3M.jpg Other Parks - Dry Tortugas NP Waterscape This nautical National Park is known for abundant sea life, tropical bird breeding ground, colorful coral reefs, and legend of shipwrecks and sunken treasures. Image # 08269. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503084438541-AICQTDSGXA7TPMZ6211B/08270_FL-Dry-Tortugas_water-2_3M.jpg Other Parks - Coral Reefs at Dry Tortugas NP Dry Tortugas National Park is known for abundant sea life, tropical bird breeding ground, colorful coral reefs, and legend of shipwrecks and sunken treasures. Image # 08270. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503933823061-2H97T76CRMXZTSUSNDQ9/02283_VA_GreatFalls_3M.jpg Other Parks - Great Falls of the Potomac This large-format panoramic image conveys the power of the Potomac River as it descends through the Great Falls in early morning. Many people consider these falls to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here, the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls before it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527794415496-JFGOKKADWQBKRFHY0RDE/01528_CO_Gem_Lake_4M.jpg Other Parks - Gem Lake This delightful lake is the reward for a two-hour hike north of Estes Park, in Colorado's rugged Rocky Mountain National Park. This is a wonderful place to mend your soul in pampering tranquility. I sure appreciated the treat after the uphill climb to reach this spot, as It indeed is a gem! Image # 01528. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Other Parks http://hillart.com/new-dc-gardens-parks daily 0.75 2016-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623449049-4CGQM2Z8IX8CW0CCXLOD/01084_DC_Eng_Grdn_Dumbarton_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - The English Garden at Dumbarton Oaks The gardens at Dumbarton Oaks are my very favorite place in Washington, D.C. They provide an oasis of calm and natural beauty in the midst of a very busy city. Designed by renowned landscape architect Beatrice Ferrand over seventy years ago, she laid out the sloping site in a series of "rooms" - this image shows a part of the English Country Garden. These formal gardens are a hidden gem in Georgetown. Whenever you want to go, I will be delighted to go with you! Image # 01084. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623449080-996RI2VCCY6O1DHB0YWQ/02283_VA_GreatFalls_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - Great Falls of the Potomac This large-format panoramic image conveys the power of the Potomac River as it descends through Great Falls at dawn. Virginia is on your left and Maryland is on your right. Many people consider Great Falls National Park to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls before it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge enroute to the city of Washington. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623449561-XTPAQCCRVSJHLS7ZQF58/07591_DC_RockCPk-BldrBrdgN6_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - Rock Creek Park Rock Creek Park is truly a gem in our Nation's Capital. It offers visitors an opportunity to reflect and soothe their spirits through the beauty of nature. Fresh air, majestic trees, wild animals, the ebb and flow of the Rock Creek, and thousands of years of human history are collectively working so we can enjoy the delicate aura of the forest in the midst of a vibrant city. Image # 07591. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623449671-LYUXI5VUFDHW1YZTYR7J/07592_DC_RockCPk-BouldrBrdg_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - The Boulder Bridge In Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C., there are a dozen bridges that cross the Rock Creek, and the Boulder Bridge is among the oldest. It was built in 1902 at a cost of only $17,600. It is beautiful and was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Image # 07592. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623449973-18GLTQOADDS9M0P8LJQD/35954_DC_RockCreekStream_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - The Rock Creek Artist Wayne Hill grew up near Rock Creek Park, and took the creek itself for granted. Later in life, his eye was trained to find beauty in nature, and here is one result that you can see and hear. Listen... Image # 35954. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623450135-ZNS4LKTTIE8PGP4FAMT5/36087_DC_Am-Beech-DumbartonOaks_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - The American Beech This is my favorite tree in the Nation's Capital. It is located in Dumbarton Oaks, near the Orangery, and is magnificent in the fall. Ironically, it is not an oak tree, but an American Beech with impressive roots. Image # 36087. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623450779-E3GAMLVB2ZFYOK5N3DO8/36334_DC_Laf-Park+%26+WHouse_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - Life Before Security Lafayette Park sits just in front of the White House in Washington, D.C., and is a beautiful place when not filled with protesters. The White House and these gardens maintain their dignity regardless of the day's headlines. Now, security barriers and high fencing had replaced the look of approachability this Image suggests. # 36334. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623450533-L7U7BT3FIDEE1RJIDNA8/36630_DC_Lafayette-%26-White_House_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - Lafayette Park The dramatic statue of Marquis de Lafayette presides over the park bearing his name in Washington, D.C. On this snowy winter morning, I made this photograph just before the sun and the city came to life. There really is a beautiful garden and flower beds somewhere underneath the white stuff. Image # 36630. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623450902-IWG07ZDLDTGG1UKAMD85/36778_DC_Smithsonian-Garden_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - The Gardens at the Smithsonian Every visitor to Washington knows the Smithsonian "castle" facing the mall. Few wander behind it, where these lovely gardens are located. They occupy over four acres, and are actually developed on a rooftop for other Smithsonian galleries, and are called the Enid A. Haupt gardens, endowed by the noted horticultural philanthropist. Image # 36778. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454623451128-F0XGFZXZIX4SXQZ1XORU/37002_DC_DO-table%26chairs_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks - Table for Two Dumbarton Oaks is my favorite place in the Nation's Capital. I have lingered at at this table a dozen times, enjoyed the Italian water gardens just beyond, and soak up the timeless classical character of this oasis with every visit. Image # 37002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg D.C. Gardens & Parks http://hillart.com/new-off-the-bp daily 0.75 2016-02-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619077235-YW76V33UNGBCTAV9BDFC/01002_DC_Fireworks-on-Fourth_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - By Rockets' Red Glare Fireworks are always fun to watch, and one of the best vantage points to watch the annual display over the mall is from the Virginia shore. I found this subject to be very difficult to photograph (due to the extremes of light from the firework blossoms and firework strobes), yet it showcases a patriotic view of our Nations Capital. Image # 01002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619077401-WMNY5ZGJWP4ISKATZ3SX/01050_DC_Georgetown_Univ_aerial_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Georgetown University I made this photograph from a helicopter to show Georgetown University presiding over the Potomac River from the high ground above. There are often interesting activities at the historic boathouse on the shore. Image # 01050. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619077613-HKJW2RCJ5V326D8PDDHW/01051_DC_GeorgetownU-Kayaks_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Georgetown Kayaks I made this photograph from a helicopter, with Georgetown University presiding over the Potomac River from the high ground above. Some people find this very relaxing and a unique way to enjoy the Potomac. Several kayakers actively waved at the artist - not to be friendly, but to suggest he take his downdraft somewhere else! Image # 01051. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619077731-FVBDB8IQPLEXFF6BDFDE/01059_DC_Kennedy-Center-from-air_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - The Kennedy Center The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has become an icon for culture in Washington, hosting more than 2,000 performances each year. Enjoy the counterpoint of the massive building confronted by the tiny sunfish in the foreground. Image # 01059. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619078359-AY8LEPE4MH4U2VM0A8QQ/01066_DC_Potomac-Shells_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Shells on the Potomac I had the door removed from a helicopter so I could make this image of shells moving up river near Georgetown University on a summer morning. Yes, it's a job. Image # 01066. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619078725-21JXXBSW3CRSUZX89LUO/01165_DC_Einstein_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - The Original Nerd Professor Albert Einstein was indeed the original nerd. Perhaps the most popular statue in Washington, DC is this lovable likeness of the Professor. Crafted by sculptor Robert Berks using a palette technique, the professor is sitting there larger than life, and apparently spent his entire life having a bad hair day. In this portrait, I take you to visit with my favorite professor - who does not even care if you show up for class. Image # 01165. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619078520-NJ1AKW652LXNACQ253WX/01177_DC_Morning-on-Mall_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Morning on the Mall Just like gardens in Paris, you can have the Mall to yourself to enjoy if you go very early. This is my favorite time to be in the city, before Starbucks arouses the power people. Walk or jog around the monuments and museums, with the Capitol at one end and the Washington Monument at the other - you will be reminded that this indeed is a special place. Image # 01177. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619078967-9GIZ2B2SUKX6936SWRJE/02283_VA_GreatFalls_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Great Falls of the Potomac This panoramic image conveys the power of the Potomac River as it descends through Great Falls at dawn. Virginia is on your left and Maryland is on your right. Many people consider Great Falls National Park to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls before it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge enroute to the city of Washington. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619079427-YRWZQGMHLAZDP8GLMCPH/02295_DC_Georgetown-Shells_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Racing Shells This looks like a very close race, and it looks a lot easier than it really is. These shells are skimming over the Potomac near Georgetown as lazy artist Wayne Hill observed from the Key Bridge. Image # 02295. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619079452-LVLY0E4E3LC3F0CGGWD7/02341_DC_CandO_Canal_Fletchers_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - The C&O Canal at Fletchers The C&O Canal is a holdover from 175 years ago, when barge freighters drawn by mules carried cargo from the Potomac all the way to the Ohio River. Now we enjoy it for recreation. Walk or jog along the towpath, or rent a boat or canoe and travel in the slow lane on the canal. It's waiting for you. Image # 02341. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619079519-83J3PA1CA0FXOVM3MXGN/05412_VA_PotomacShells_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Early Morning Workout If you happen upon the Virginia shore of the Potomac River before sunrise, you will often see shells practicing for crew races. I know they are sleek and graceful from a distance, although they extract serious effort if you are in one! Image # 05412. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619079663-N6I2SG3B97ID4D3V5SC6/35341_Cycling-near-Tidal-Basin_1500px52M.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Cycling Around the Tidal Basin Valentine's Day creates interesting options for couples. These two chose to circumnavigate the Tidal Basin on their bikes soon after a snowfall. I made this photograph while I was still in grad school, and it was chosen by Hallmark for a greeting card. I've never seen the card, but their royalty check to me did clear the bank. Image # 35341. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619080615-312LON0I8K23TENQ8AWA/36276_VA_Marine-Marathon_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - The Marine Corps Marathon One of the most respected races in America is the Marine Corps Marathon. Here is the winner crossing the finish line on the top of the hill at Iwo Jima. in amazing time. To runners approaching the end of a grueling race, that final hill is a mountain. Image # 36276. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619080225-W47U37ZO0J5CYAPASTDM/36331_DC_Ducks-ReflectingPool_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Reflections of Lincoln This reflection is nearly an abstract, and caught the artist's eye early one morning, as he walked around the Reflecting Pool. He was testing a telephoto lens, which compressed the elements into a compelling composition. Image # 36331. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619081186-C6BHPRA83W618UZD9FLO/36518_DC_Frisbees-on-Mall_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Your Tax Dollars at Work Up, up and away! This was a one-hour summer attempt by U.S. Senate staffers to earn a place in the Guinness Book for the most Frisbees in the air at one place at one time. This took place on a field where the American Indian Museum now sits, and It was successful: your tax dollars work hard! Image # 36518. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619081063-UXPDEAYOOM8RGK6IMT5D/36630_DC_Lafayette-%26-White_House_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Lafayette Salutes The Revolutionary War hero Marquis de Lafayette presides over his square, and seems to be wishing each occupant of the White House the best of luck in moving our great country forward. Image # 36630. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619081839-2KIYG5R64JIYBAVFBW23/36671_DC_C%26O-townhouses_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Along the Canal There are wonderful town homes (in the true sense of the word) along the C&O Canal in Georgetown, with excellent restaurants nearby. Take a stroll and imagine what this area must have looked like when the canal was actually in operation 150 years ago. Image # 36671. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619082092-Q6WNBGSYL2T4ZHM4QJU0/36700_VA_Marine-Bugle-Corps_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Marine Bugle Corps Few gatherings of people are more impressive than Marines in dress uniforms. These musicians were playing near the finish line for the Marine Marathon. The weekly "parades" that the Marines perform at Iwo Jima and at the Navy Yard are memorable. The Marines indeed are the few and the proud. Image # 36700. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619082383-XEM2NKYZNCFDSHYESAKV/36704_DC_Eagle-on-Federal-Reserve_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Proud and Strong This may well be the most imposing eagle in the Nation's Capital, surveying Constitution Avenue from atop the Federal Reserve headquarters. Artist Wayne Hill believes this is the only eagle free from protective wires on other buildings that are used to deter pigeons. Image # 36704. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619083084-FGS0YFFCRJ7BPI2BBUZA/36979_DC_Fireworks-over-Monuments_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Fireworks on the Fourth Spectacular, patriotic, memorable. Enough said. Image # 36979. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454619083130-47K9FZGNKY9A8KOLLSY4/37063_DC_Metro-Center_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Metro Center The pulse of the Metro system in Washington, DC is the two-level Metro Center. It is tolerated by many commuters and loved by many visitors, and after millions of passenger miles still retains a clean, contemporary look. Image # 37063. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457371205274-JU5SKUYB0FX186RRYVPG/36513_DC_Skiing-to-Lincoln_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Skiing to the Lincoln This is a whimsical example of the spontaneous fun you can have in Washington, D.C. When the snow arrives, leave your car in your driveway, make the best of the weather by strapping on your boards - and making lemonade. Image # 36513. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503941175670-HCJDP9QM6DWIEP2ZXEQ5/04926_DC_Eraser_Humor_3M.jpg Off the Beaten Path - Typewriter Eraser This whimsical sculpture was crafted in 1999 by Oldenburg and van Bruggen. Made of stainless steel and fiberglass, nearly 7 feet high, it is located in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. Sorry to say I actually used one of these (normal size) when making corrections on a manual typewriter. Image # 04926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Off the Beaten Path http://hillart.com/newother-states daily 0.75 2016-02-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042127706-Q83NIN3XVGCAZEIMNJHY/01632_DE_Maple_Brook_Farm_1500px.jpg Other States - Maple Brook Farm I photographed this patriotic Delaware farmscape in 1995, near the town of Centreville. It seems even more powerful since 9/11. The farmer told me it takes six men to hang the huge flag each July 1st. Image # 01632. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1564490399662-IPN7UFMNM1JGZUY4DBHA/08407_NC-Catawba-Falls-9918_4.4M.jpg Other States - Catawba Falls North Carolina shares more than 300 named waterfalls with those of us who invest a little time in hiking to find them. This one features more than a dozen different cascades, and is just as pleasing to the ears as it is to the eyes. Image #08407. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1553537562493-S5FX3ZHV18RBJQ72T7OV/08386_Texas-bluebonnets_3M.jpg Other States - Hill Country Bluebonnets The Bluebonnet is the state flower of Texas. Its blossoms blanket the central part of the state in the spring. This lush display greeted me near Fredericksburg, and the wagon wheel was the connector to history. Image #08386. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1551114164512-0HB6GNA2J1QBOYV2HZTL/08374-SanJuan-umbrellas-9005_4M.jpg Other States - Umbrellas of Old San Juan This unexpected visual treat awaits you in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. It is whimsical and full of joy. Just as umbrellas move fluidly with the wind, Puerto Rico flows and embraces every challenge it faces. Image #08374. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042128394-4H6CIC7WAF6OF4DRQ9AN/01658_NH_Shelburne_Birches_1500px.jpg Other States - The Shelburne Birches This classic stand of birches and maples in northeastern New Hampshire is your invitation to spend time me in New England during the fall foliage performance each October. Between seeing the maples perform and helping me consume maple syrup, I promise the trip will be worth it! Image # 01658. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552066474969-SMKJ14GO7NW9AEV7X4WA/03-oldSanJuan-architecture-9030_4M.jpg Other States - The Guard Cat Walking through the charming streets of Old San Juan, I found this lovely doorway. The step up to the door was high - and the cat really does not want you to try it. Image #08376. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552066486792-IEH29Q0KNQUQITYSVRIM/03-oldSanJuan-architecture-9040_4M.jpg Other States - The Minimalist Door This was a lovely pastel wall, elegant door, and no frills. Wonder who lives inside? Image #08377. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552066496579-SBMDM8DC1KKII7OTMT91/03-oldSanJuan-architecture-9044_4M.jpg Other States - Windows of Old San Juan Wonderful architecture, and beautiful balconies. There must be a story about the residents of this home - that we can only imagine. Image #08378. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1552066509140-DPXIN36JUGBL980LXT06/03-oldSanJuan-architecture-9049_5M.jpg Other States - Watch Over Us This small church in Old San Juan had a classic facade, and a stunning angel on top. She will take care of us. Image #08379. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042128172-CXH8VEQ9YYTUZXAXWZZC/03865_CT_Mystic-Sunrise_1500px.jpg Other States - Morning in Mystic Mystic Seaport in Connecticut is known as the Williamsburg of whaling. The warm glow of sunrise transmits a sense of history, an invitation to linger for the day. Image # 03865. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042129355-VJNH30KRSBH39U1TBZJZ/04425_SC_Charleston-TwoMtgSt_1500px.jpg Other States - One of the Many Charms of Charleston Historic Charleston, South Carolina, lives its reputation as the soul of the South, with renowned restaurants and exquisitely preserved architectural buildings. Two Meeting Street presides over numerous classic remnants of gracious Southern living. Ask me to tell you the fascinating story of the history of this memorable B&B. Image # 04425. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042129669-FBRG1GPYOLU6YPQ8JQM9/05532_KS_Happiness-Beans_1500px.jpg Other States - What is Happiness? While I was driving across Kansas, I became bored with the road itself. Just in time, this complex moved into my view. How nice to finally learn the meaning of life! Image # 05532. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042130097-ZGL2WSF3PV8CODW81L84/07252_FL-Everglades-Snowy-Egrit_1500px.jpg Other States - The Egret and Mangrove To truly experience Everglades National Park, you need to be on the water. The artist loved the view of this Snowy Egret as he glided through a mangrove tunnel. Image # 07252. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042130472-D7BJ74Z7QJ5OBJ80FWYG/07276_NV_LV-Venetian-ceiling_8303_1500px.jpg Other States - The Ceiling of the Venetian The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas has an unforgettable main entrance hall. The ceiling was inspired by the Sistine Chapel in Rome, and the effect is accurate and spectacular. I nearly walked into a planter as I moved beneath the gilded ceiling, with my eyes up instead of watching where I was going. And the best part of this memorable location: it is free to enjoy! Very few things in Vegas are free... Image # 07276. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042130869-Z3ZQJSAEXNU0NI9DOPPJ/07281_NV_LV-Bellagio%2BCaesars_8276_1500px.jpg Other States - Bellagio by Night The casino resorts in Las Vegas are impressive, especially by night. Image # 07281. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042131588-BVDCUNDT2L77U42K8PJO/36657_TX_Bluebonnet-Country_1500px.jpg Other States - Bluebonnet Country The Bluebonnet is the signature flower that decorates Texas hill country in late spring. I photographed these delicate flowers outside Stockdale. Image # 36557. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455042131852-GD4V62L40SI1ON44GKDU/36973-sig_NC_Hatteras-Light_1500px.jpg Other States - Dawn at the Hatteras Light This classic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras has warned mariners to stay off the shoals of North Carolina. Years after this image was made, the light has been moved back from the eroding shore several hundred yards. If you hurry, you can walk this lovely beach all by yourself. Image # 36973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458074979618-QCYE801A0D7WDH0QGCS3/37208_NJ_CapeMay-lifeboat_3M.jpg Other States - Morning in Cape May Take a walk along the beach at dawn anywhere in the world and you will feel refreshed. If you do this in Cape May, NJ you will appreciate knowing the life boat is waiting if needed. Image # 37208. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458220372821-26J78VVPU7U5CW75FBT8/03948_SC_Magnolia-Plantation_1500px.jpg Other States - Magnolia Plantation Founded in 1676 by the Drayton family, Magnolia Plantation is the oldest public gardens in America, opening its doors to visitors in 1870 to view the thousands of beautiful flowers and plants in its famous gardens. Enjoy! Image # 03948. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1534262120412-GLCSNM8GY4QH43Y6F1NN/08365_MI_GreenfieldVillage-Bandstand-8597_4M.jpg Other States - America the Beautiful Many villages in America have a bandstand, but rarely do you get to see a band playing in one. Savor this patriotic image, photographed in Greenfield Village, Michigan. Celebrate what is right with America! Image # 08365. http://hillart.com/newabstracts-imp daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503344111405-X152SFXCINWQDYTWO6P3/38113_ChamberedNautilus-cropped_3M.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - The Red Chamber One of the most remarkable shapes in nature is the inside of the chambered nautilus. This elegant creature lives in deep water in the western Pacific, and adds a chamber each year to accommodate its growing body. I doubt that the nautilus has ever heard of the golden spiral by Fibonacci. Image # 38113. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117745-7120W89EP9YRI4NPNICE/02650_GR_Mykonos-stairs_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Stairs in Mykonos The Greek island of Mykonos is a great place to be, and your eyes will take in a feast of details. I was wandering the labyrinth of narrow streets on this picturesque island, looking for "art", and fell in love with this stairway. Image # 02650. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117512-BD4C2TWH4IBXXY0NMSP3/07141_CRBN_Grenadines-Wndstr-5532_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Under Sail Any day that has the mainsail filled, with blue skies and gentle breezes, has got to be a great day. Image # 07141. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117828-INPKOYPJ1DD45GQZB6FM/07228_IT_Sicily-water-reflection_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Reflection of Sicily Even without a sip of wine, the artist often sees fascinating reflections in the water. Image # 07228. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459178745119-PHJYTS54NXQAMNNGLWRY/36350_DC_NGA-Geometry_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - NGA Geometry Here is an abstract image of the Washington Monument trapped between the two buildings of the National Gallery of Art. Image # 36350. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117935-EQ3C41J5W2E1EGPNQBK3/07242_FR_Giv_Imprsn-1688_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Impressions of Bamboo Next to the lily pond in Monet's garden in Giverny, a large stand of bamboo trees await an impressionist touch. There was no snow on the ground! Image # 07242. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729118416-S63WC10Z81AYYO4M3T4S/07243_FR_Giv_Flying+Columbine-1301_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Columbine in Flight The elegant Columbine is the state flower of Colorado. It also enjoys a sheltered life in Monet's garden in Giverny, France. In honor of Monet's impressionist influence, here is one taking flight near the lily pond. Image # 07243. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729118570-V9QIZSQPQ0N9Y07R5QUV/07244_FR_Giv_Imprsn-0662_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Impressions of Giverny Monet's influence inspired this impressionist treatment of a day lily. Image # 07244. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119047-OSNGAW0AIZXBSKUJ9FZ5/07245_FR_Giv_Imprsn-0678_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Campanula & Canterbury Bells The textures and colors of the flowers bordering Monet's lily pond offer wonderful subjects for impressionist treatment. Image # 07245. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119116-9WVLGYVDMRLULFLRT065/07246_FR_Giverny-Imprsn-0624_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Monet's Magic Combine the field of flowers with the spirit of Monet still strong in his Giverny garden, and voila! Image # 07246. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503344096687-A0SY3O71NGK3G464SY9P/08277_Burg-Abbaye-Fibonacci-stairs_3M.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - The Abbey Stairs In the magnificent Abbay-de-la-Busseire in Burgundy, this staircase caught my eye. Fibonacci would have been proud. Image # 08277. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119416-9PM9CJ0GLFLGX88CEPRX/07259_AG_BuenosA_AlvearPal-stairs_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Palace Stairs The Alvear Palace is an exquisite hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. While the hotel has excellent elevators, the artist fell in love with the elegant spiral stairs. Image # 07259. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119414-S1963E3GGAQICDCYI9S1/35892_Balloon-Top-Inflated_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Ready to Launch I love hot air ballooning. I climbed inside this balloon, just before it was launched, to record the vivid colors back-lit by the sunrise. Up, up and away! Image # 35892. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119286-CQ5VOPY9IKW58JBXXYQ0/35678_Chambered-Nautilus4_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - The Chambered Nautilus One of the most remarkable shapes in nature is the inside of the chambered nautilus. This elegant creature lives in deep water in the western Pacific, and adds a chamber each year to accommodate its growing body. I doubt that the nautilus has ever heard of the golden spiral by Fibonacci. Image # 35678. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729117053-T7R9EZPTCKNG495EN7N4/02617_GR_Mykonos-Abstract_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Mykonos Geometry On the fascinating Greek Island of Mykonos, there are many geometric details, like this stucco abstract that caught the artist's eye. Image # 02617. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119959-77YECPMKCIB2WZQY50QQ/36080_Stowe-Snow-Abstract_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Stowe Snow What should you do while you are waiting in a line to ride the chairlift to the top of the mountain in Stowe, Vermont? I loved the abstract drift that was shoulder-high several feet away. I forgot his place in line, and made this photograph while on skis. Image # 36080. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729119975-RU435LTL66KMKWKDJPVQ/36548_BR_Bermuda_Stairs_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Bermuda Stairs Bermuda has lots of architectural details that attract an artist's eye. Image # 36548. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729120608-217SCOB6PJ2N1TCNPIAA/36549_BR_Bermuda-Abstract_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Bermuda Blocks Bermuda has lots of architectural details that attract an artist's eye. Image # 36549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729120571-U271FJSPBQBIY1WNHHQ2/37021_DC_UnionStation-Ceiling_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Ceiling of Union Station One of the most interesting ceilings in Washington is in the restored grand reception area of Union Station. It is "under-looked" by most travelers rushing by with their luggage who never look up to appreciate this abstract pattern. I invite you to enjoy this image # 37021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729120713-YJQ4PMG802CRJUL17AQE/37200_Chambered-Nautilus2_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Chambered Nautilus One of the most remarkable shapes in nature is the inside of the chambered nautilus. This elegant creature lives in deep water in the western Pacific, and adds a chamber each year to accommodate its growing body. I doubt that the nautilus has ever heard of the golden spiral by Fibonacci. Image # 37200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729120764-U2RIH0RWJKN2U90FLKJD/38106_HI_Abstract-Plant_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Hawaii Fern Stalks The ferns in Hawaii are impressive, and most people enjoy the leaves. Artist Wayne Hill was drawn to the colorful stalks. Image # 38106. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457982762863-E7ZKUC9CI2V6GIJJRJTU/37176_Epcot_Dome_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - EPCOT Dome What can you do while you wait in line at EPCOT? Why, admire the dome as abstract art, of course! Image # 37176. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457982872595-2WRU9JQ4Y587J451X2IT/36436_Epcot_Dome_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - EPCOT Closeup Look very very close at the dome, and this is what you can see. Image # 36436. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457982938305-AGQRO8QYNHYBI6AC084A/08144_Epcot_dome_0573_1500pxjpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - EPCOT in Shades of Gray Here is the dome on a cloudy day - still provocative. Image # 08144. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458335411024-FZ9FLWNNF1X1DCQP7I2F/36849_DC_Air%26Space-Sculpture_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Air & Space Sculpture In front of the Air & Space Museum sits this very contemporary abstract sculpture. It is elegant and provocative, and hardly appreciated. Image # 36849. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455729118103-TPWMMTWF8X4JBCY04FFT/07229_IT_Seabourn-glasses_1500px.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Highballs to Go Before a glass can be half full or half empty, it begins totally empty... Image # 07229. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503429641657-SMPVQ9SVGAM51DNSF4KU/08245a_Croatia-Opatija-KrkIsland-lamp_3M.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Croatian Lamp In the town of Opatija, on Krk Island in Croatia, I saw this lamp lit by the sun in the early morning. Image #08245. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503944243768-VRXCSK3OODD78L5FXTVU/02973_VA_Dulles-Abstract_3M.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - Dulles Abstract This is NOT a column, helping to hold up the large and heavy concrete roof of the main terminal. This is the most elegant concealment for a drain pipe, allowing five acres of water or melting snow to leave the roof of the terminal. I believe that the architect Eero Saarinen was a genius! Image # 02973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508350737553-A1FSMZL2SWSUNKY12VXE/z08326_IT-Villa-d%27Este-chairs_3M.jpg Abstracts & Impressionist Images - I Will Sit in the Blue One... At the Villa d'Este, their large swimming pool is actually a floating pool, with the heated pool behind the chairs and the lake in front. Image #08326. http://hillart.com/new-giverny-coast-1 daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126931036-GJ957IGSHHV07U4VSXOL/04924_Paris-Deux_Magots_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Les Deux Magots Paris has many charming neighborhoods, but few can rival St. Germain des-Pres. Among the most famous cafes in the area is Les Deux Magots, where many famous writers gathered to solve the world's issues over good libations. This is a great place for people-watching. The life of this culture-rich city revolves around its neighborhood cafes and bistros, where visitors can occasionally pull off the seemingly impossible feat of passing for Parisians. I made this photograph in a steady rain, then went inside to start the party. Image # 04924. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126930661-CGGKZWAX0KK5VB9TBUH1/06702_Paris-Opera-House_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - The Paris Opera House This is one of the most elegant and opulent buildings in Paris. Completed in 1875, it skillfully combines several architectural styles, and is just as impressive inside as it is outside. For more than 100 years, it was the home of the Paris Opera and is now used primarily for the Paris Ballet. Image # 06702. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126931144-PYUTIF20E3R9G3OCPGOO/06907_Paris-MuseeD%27Orsay_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Musee D'Orsay The Musee D'Orsay was completed in 1900 as an elegant Beaux-Arts train station, now housing a world-class collection of art from the impressionist period, after those artists were denied access to hanging their art in the Louvre. It is located on the left bank of the Seine. C'est magnifique! # 06907. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126931195-UE0XKTJKLREVKDY6VVIP/07136_Versailles-28-Bacchus_2773_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Bonjour Bacchus Bacchus was the Roman god of wine. Also known as Dionysus, he became a symbol of the renowned French wine industry. Here he presides over a reflecting pool, oblivious to the cares of visitors to Versailles. Is it wine o'clock somewhere? Image # 07136. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126931327-G6ISF50MWSXSV91KLLXX/07137_Versailles-19_2738_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - The Gardens of Versailles These magnificent gardens were commissioned by Louis XIV in 1661, and took forty years to complete. The gardens required enormous work to construct the Orangerie, the fountains and the Grand Canal. Thousands of men took part in this vast enterprise. Image # 07137. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126931360-0E3O0SGPQ27OAMZOSZ5B/07138_Versailles-13_2747_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Afternoon in Versailles It is hard to imagine the size of the gardens of Versailles. Even when walking through them, the scale is overwhelming yet beautiful. Image # 07137. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126931764-NCRFQN2729RBVCA40YSH/07943_Paris_EiffelTower-night-8717_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Looking Up The Eiffel Tower is far more complex than it appears from a distance. Here is a taste of the Tower at night. Image # 07943. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126931619-RQU6P6729AQDCZMTRPIK/07944_Paris_EiffelTower-day-9080_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Eiffel's Iron Lady This iron icon was built in 1889 as a temporary building for the World's Fair, but has endured to this day as the most-visited place in Paris. Image # 07944. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126931885-73RXXAYABZS7QECF70W1/07945_Paris_Arc-de-T-night-8730_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - The Arc de Triomphe This arch was commissioned by Napoleon to honor the victories of his armies. He did not live to see it completed. Image # 07945. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126932194-361W0NSK3ZYSS1YU4TE8/07946_Paris_EiffelTower-evening-9181_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Eiffel and the Moon While I was enjoying the light on the Eiffel Tower, the moon seemed to dance around the top, as if to say "look at me too!". Image # 07946. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126932146-ZRIRGVSIBXNEU4CJ1Q3A/07947_Paris_Eiffel-Trocadero-evening-8854_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - The Eiffel Tower The Tower was built in 1889 as a temporary building for the World's Fair. Eiffel also was the engineer for our Statue of Liberty! The view of this gem is impressive from the Trocadero, especially at night. Image # 07947. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126932447-QUI5GXYTVCVBQ0G13ZR5/07948_Paris_Eiffel-Trocadero-eve-8858_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - La Tour Eiffel Gustave Eiffel was the engineer who designed this iron masterpiece in 1889 as the entrance arch to the World's Fair. He also designed our Statue of Liberty. Both have become international icons for more than 100 years. Image # 07948. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126932705-YHSI4VN5P4VTGJLIL449/07949_Paris-Tuilleries-8979_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Gardens in the Tuileries April in Paris means flowers, and the gardens along the Tuileries deliver on expectations. Image # 07950. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126932735-YO24I1MTTHKW6GCEWY9F/07950_Paris-Tuilleries-8977_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Walk Along the Tuileries Paris is a great city for walking. This wide tree-lined gravel path leads eventually to the Louvre, but enjoy the journey! Image # 07950. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126933121-5SBZ3A9OSYA4VB29Q847/07951_Paris-Louvre-9211_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Pei's Pyramide The renowned architect I.M. Pei was commissioned to create an expansion element for the Louvre Museum. His glass pyramid was completed in 1989 and is surrounded by three smaller pyramids. This large pyramid serves as the main entrance to the Louvre. It was very controversial when it opened. Image # 07951. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126933097-DDHXUZKRP6Y4WK74Q4F2/07952_Paris-Arc-at-Louvre-8994_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Arc du Carrousel This triumphal arch is located at the end of the Tuileries, near the Louvre. It was completed in 1808 by Napoleon to commemorate his military victories. Image #07952. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126933407-6PUK4C1I44MVRK60WAAI/07953_Paris-produce-wagon-8898_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - The Produce Wagon One of the delights in Paris is to walk the streets and encounter frequent markets - some with flowers, many with produce, some with pistachios and macarons... Image # 07953. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126933940-5T532DD90VA3PWZLT9TV/07954_Paris-9128-narrowest-house_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - The Narrowest House This is the narrowest house in Paris. It sits only a few blocks down the Seine from the Musee d'Orsay and is very proud, totally unaware of its unique status. Image # 07954. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126934110-Q2SCRXUQ8M1VYCUP8KDE/07955_Paris-seafood-Cote-de-Mer-8798_1500.jpg Paris & Versailles - Cote de Mer Fresh seafood? Just walk along the streets of Paris and before long, fresh oysters, lobsters and other seafood delicacies will be luring you in for a delicious meal. You'd better make your selection before a chef buys it out from under your nose. Image # 07955. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126934320-W8FDNJPVWU1O4ZRUL7LL/07956_Paris-bicycles-9127_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Bicycles of Paris Paris is filled with art. When you walk along the Seine, you see art in many unexpected forms. Image # 07956. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126934394-3WXUSJ4E7ZWIY7491OFK/07957_Paris-chocolaterie-8902_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Chocolaterie If you do not speak or read French and are walking the streets of Paris, just think of this as the health food store. Image # 07957 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126934646-NCJI8YKV8F1FGNUWNHCN/07958_Paris-NotreDame-9207_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Notre Dame by Night The Notre Dame cathedral is one of the best-known cathedrals in the world. It sits prominently on an island in the Seine, and is truly impressive at night. Image # 07958. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126934723-ES6O9EHHRUJQOWTE4GOJ/07959_Paris-Pont-Alexandre-9144_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Pont Alexandre III The Pont Alexander is the most ornate bridge crossing the Seine in Paris. It was completed in 1900 and connects the Champs-Elysées quarter with the Eiffel Tower side of the Seine. It is low and lavishly decorated with lampposts and sculptures of cherubs and nymphs. Image # 07959. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126934910-MITN4YJCGZWYUA0HYWY7/07960_Paris-Louvre-thru-window-9099_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Looking at the Louvre There is a large clock in the Musee d'Orsay, and the view through it, across the Seine, shows the impressive size of the Louvre. Image # 07960. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126935297-3USTWG3H6MFLZE94ZICI/07961_Paris-LuxGardens-9052_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Luxenbourg Gardens The Luxembourg Gardens and Palace were begun in 1612 by Marie de' Medici. The Gardens remain a dignified and popular destination for Parisians. Image # 07961. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126935419-WZKI73A98P96POS15WNH/07962_Paris-LuxGardens-9050-Medici_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - The Medici Fountain One of the most tranquil places in the Luxembourg Gardens is this elegant fountain and reflecting pool, named in honor of Marie de' Medici who began the design of the gardens in 1612. Image # 07962. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455126935980-W41GB5CW5GMVM8XFYW2C/07963_Paris-LuxGardens-9039_1500px.jpg Paris & Versailles - Jardin du Luxembourg These extensive gardens were designed in 1612 by Marie de' Medici, and contain pools, ponds and benches that invite Parisians to take a break from their work and relax. Image # 07963. http://hillart.com/newnetherlands daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462333306-0MMK0GUVD0HMTHBYVCUL/04853_Keukenhof-gardens-802_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Path of Fragrant Flowers Floral composition is close to perfection in the magnificent Keukenhof Gardens. This is flower power at its very best! Image # 04853. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462333249-M6A26TVA140ZUDYMJ9L1/06839_Keukenhof-flowers-751_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Symphony of Spring Literally millions of flowering tulips and irises fill the Keukenhof Gardens each spring in the world's largest flower show. This chorus of colors lends a painterly quality to these magnificent gardens. Image # 06839. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462333674-DYUMW281ZF660KAMH1XK/06841_Keukenhof-flowers-961_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Up Close and Personal Tulips are beautiful from "normal viewing distance", and can be even more impressive the closer you come to looking at the delicate patterns and soft colors. Image # 06841. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462333976-V6L4WVO60VVIF9M20PPV/06843_Keukenhof-gardens-683_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Colors of Spring Walk for more than half a mile in Keukenhof, and for that entire walk gorgeous tulips will follow you and lead you. Image # 06843. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462334303-82QCHN8U1LSVSYL7EG7D/06845_Keukenhof-gardens-686_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Tranquility Keukenhof Gardens is the perfect place to slow down, inhale, and allow the serenity of nature to invite us off our treadmill. This is an oasis for the eyes that could inspire composers and poets. Image # 06845. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462334617-BDLLTO65ZEWAXF22DPKO/06846_Keukenhof-gardens-690_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Reflection In reality and in reflection, these delicate Keukenhof tulips are a wonderful antidote to stress. Image # 06846. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462334954-VVJYT6BQBB86RZXYEJ6U/06847_Keukenhof-gardens-692_1500px.jpg Netherlands - It Doesn't Get Any Better Keukenhof has earned its well-deserved reputation as the best flower garden in the world. Image # 06847. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458162072464-K6Y65GQZXE2S32QE0I84/06854_Keukenhof-gardens-884_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Tulip Territory Keukenhof Gardens present this profusion of color with millions of tulips - truly a feast for the eyes. Add the heavenly aroma of spring in bloom - and linger to celebrate what's right with our world. Image # 06854. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462335307-XMDTK513QBEK366BLD83/06857_Kinderdijk-8111_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Dawn in Kinderdijk Kinderdijk is an UNESCO World Heritage Site, with 19 windmills in one area. These timeless windmills are icons of the Dutch heritage of brilliant water management. Image # 06857. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462335672-S0RR1CJCE0QJSU3J8TII/06859_Kinderdijk-8137_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Calm in Kinderdijk Walk with me along a canal in Kinderdijk, thankfully protected as an UNESCO World Heritage Site. As the day comes to an end and the visitors leave, the timeless quality of these windmills seems more prominent. Image # 06859. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462336067-6YEENZQAIZENL3OYNBDZ/06860_Kinderdijk-8156_1500px.jpg Netherlands - When I Grow Up... Every species features a special relationship between mother and child. Including windmills. Here is a young windmill looking to mature and hoping to grow to become as stately as its historic mother... Image # 06860. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462336157-UQY4FL4ZK0GFOSDK5LF9/06864_Leidschendam-geese-8271_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Two Ducks As I worked the artistic possibilities near this Leidschendam windmill, I noticed these guard ducks. They had no idea they helped complete this tranquil composition. Image # 06864. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462336859-XEYOD71M74RLWMTJIMJE/06865_Leidschendam-house-8277_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Canal House This house on the canal in Leidschendam enjoys "waterfront property" even though it is surrounded by lush farmlands. You are never far from water in Holland! Image # 06865. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462336773-BKI3H2C2K5XAHJSLZ9VQ/06866_Leidschendam-8289pan_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Leidschendam Sentinels Graceful guardians of the windswept Dutch countryside, windmills have become a visual icon of a proud and resourceful country. These three windmills are well over 270 years old, still working, and preside over this timeless landscape. Image # 06866. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462337235-NU7IRYMJBCGQ3WLU5UYK/06867_Leidschendam-8296_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Dawn in Leidschendam Just north of Delft, these three classic windmills reign over farmlands, which protect them from the advance of development. Savor the sweet light of dawn awakening the fields in Leidschendam. Image # 06867. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462337153-KWP446327U53OCSTFZWW/06868_Kinderdijk-8178_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Sunrise in Kinderdijk For centuries, there has always seemed to be a windmill on the Dutch horizon. The first eight Kinderdijk windmills were constructed in 1738 to cope with rising water levels. Another eight were added in 1740 to protect the surrounding land from flooding. The timeless sentinels have stood watch over the canals for well over 270 years. Image # 06868. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462337873-NO7LIBZIVOHHREUF8SMZ/06955_Amsterdam-bike-canal_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Sailboat on the Herengracht To reach this mooring in Amsterdam, the owner of this sailboat had to remove the mast and motor in. Then remount the mast, because no dignified sailboat would allow its mast to be horizontal. Image # 06955. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462337854-LD8P6CA18SA6R92BAK4B/06956_Amst-Vondel-Park1-5596_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Vondel Park Vondel Park is one of the prettiest parks in Amsterdam, with trails for jogging and lawns for catching rays or frisbees. Image # 06956. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462338143-Z8OWR5OPVZEB9UES5SF0/06957_Amsterdam-canal-5621_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Teal by the Prinsengracht There are more bicycles in Amsterdam than in nearly any other city in the world. Most of them are black. The owner of this one had a desire to paint the bicycle multiple colors to make it easier to locate if "borrowed". Image # 06957. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462338138-E1JNAWITM4NAQTV84NY1/06993_Amst-VolendamHrbr-5545_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Volendam Harbor Volendam used to be a fisherman's village on the former Zuiderzee. It's cute looks were discovered, and it is now very popular with tourists on summer days. # 06993. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462339119-YXHIA87VOF566YWYO6M8/06994_Amst-Volendam-windmill-5531_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Volendam Windmill Along with tulips and canal life, the windmill is an icon of the Netherlands. This restored windmill greets visitors on the road to Volendam. Image # 06994. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462338811-9F5HPA4R0ZNG1WR28UAD/06995_Amsterdam_Canal_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Morning on the Canal Stroll along a canal in Amsterdam. The sweet light of early morning, before the army of bicycles arrives, will awaken your senses to the flowers and reflections and charm of this great city. Image # 06995. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462339156-G73OF2D5QBUU5MJX5RFL/06996_Amsterdam-canal_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Canal Boats in Amsterdam The variety of canal boats in Amsterdam is fascinating. Some are large like barges, others are "prettified". Nearly all feature flowers. Image # 06996. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462339386-3Z7QBVL9A4ILZZSB86WR/06997_Amst-canal13-5551_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Canal in Jordaan Just after I made this photograph in Amsterdam, a young boy emerged from the houseboat on the right, waved and called "Bye Papa, bye Papa!" until his father turned from his bicycle to wave back before he rode to work. Image # 06997. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462339459-HW9PB9I8JF80HLTXAL2O/06998_Amst-canal5-5576_1500px.jpg Netherlands - The Prinsengracht Canal The image along the Prinsengracht Canal combines three of the four icons of Amsterdam: canals, flowers and bicycles. Only Heineken and Amstel are missing... The city is cut by 40 concentric and radial canals that are flanked by streets and 400 bridges. Image # 06998. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462339895-O1JNFO5U28ONHEUO350S/06999_Amsterdam-canal-boat-5525_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Flowers on the Singel A morning walk along the Singel canal will reveal lots of flowers adding color and cheer to your day. Amsterdam has about 40 concentric and radial canals that are flanked by streets and crossed by 400 bridges. A great walking city. Image # 06999. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455462339916-N3HW7YXJOH7F6DSML42D/07000_Amst-Vondel-Park7-5582_1500px.jpg Netherlands - Sunday Morning in Vondel Park Stroll through beautiful Vondel Park early on a Sunday morning, and you will have it all to yourself. Image # 07000. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652098132913-1N2XK5FNFHWLWNCN6BWC/08499_5-Zuiderzee-windmill-2855_3M.jpg Netherlands - Zuiderzee Windmill This old windmill and boat were brought to this outdoor museum, built on reclaimed land from the sea. Image #02855 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652098469655-JA74JWQ0P7ODRGQ33Z29/08500_Keuk-windmill-0679_3M.jpg Netherlands - Keukenhof Windmill Surrounded by thousands of tulips in bloom, this miniature windmill presides over a small reflecting pond. Image #08500. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652098637580-FD33566P8GD0WY4YYOPQ/08501-Keuk-flowers-7930_3M.jpg Netherlands - Endless tulips There are 7 million tulip bulbs that perform in April, in the largest spring flower garden in the world. Image #08501. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652099244599-C9TXBYSYY01NSTLRAFK9/08498_5-Zuiderzee+outdrmus-2825_3M.jpg Netherlands - Zuiderzee Village Outdoor Museum This collection of houses and stores was assembled from other locations, to show life in Holland long ago. This land was reclaimed from the sea. Image #02825. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652100313941-9082R2P72FW9MWNJXJ5H/08503-Keuk-multi-colored-0631_3M.jpg Netherlands - Gorgeous Keukenhof There are 7 million tulip bulbs that perform in April, in the largest spring flower garden in the world. Image #08503. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652101178211-8YUSTPPX0LXI0OPHADEY/08502-Keuk-multi-colored-0621_3M.jpg Netherlands - Amazing Keukenhof There are 7 million tulip bulbs that perform in April, in the largest spring flower garden in the world. Image #08502. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652101428601-JGDIIMGUM1MGR3VCLAAB/08505-Keuk-unique-pink-0699_3M.jpg Netherlands - Unique in Keukenhof There are 7 million tulip bulbs that perform in April, in the largest spring flower garden in the world. These pink blossoms are rarely seen. Image #08501. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652101639086-T2TY3Q1DW0VFKYP3MO9M/08506-Keuk-multi-colored-0680_8M.jpg Netherlands - Multi-colored tulips There are 7 million tulip bulbs that perform in April, in the largest spring flower garden in the world. Image #08506. http://hillart.com/neworegon daily 0.75 2021-09-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1632230448244-X8XI04N77EOR96HTRR7F/08475-MultnomahFalls_3M.jpg Oregon - Multnomah Falls The tallest waterfall in Oregon, very close to Portland, is a refreshing place to visit and linger. Image #08475. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960909545-TWKZNSZ3RMI2YC44N9CL/06247_OR_Heceta-Head-Light_1500px.jpg Oregon - The Heceta Head Light There is a timeless feeling about this waterscape, anchored by the iconic lighthouse at Heceta Head, Oregon. Image # 06247. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960909591-V6Z2GCYABOGKQ77PCBOQ/06249_Yaquina-Light_1500px.jpg Oregon - The Yaquina Head Light This light was made in Paris in 1868 and shipped to Oregon. It was first lit in 1873. Just off shore are tide pools teeming with life, to witness Oregon's tallest lighthouse. Image # 06249. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633701828645-ARLSO2ZXMHM9RXBLZUVA/08490-OR-MultnomahFalls-0340_3M.jpg Oregon - Multnomah Falls Listen to the gentle sounds of the tallest waterfall in Oregon. Image #08490. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960910104-JW9C0XU1OD0UFR0NTT0S/36523_OR_SunsetBay_1500px.jpg Oregon - Sunset Bay State Park This park is not far from Coos Bay in one of the most scenic areas on the Oregon coast. The towering sea cliffs protect the sandy beach. As I camped here, I asked the ranger if there would be a sunset. He said "of course" and I came to the beach to enjoy the performance. Image # 36594. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1612804296279-QC0K5OWM9P4DONY3QAP5/9884-Bergstrom-Cellars_4M.jpg Oregon - The Vineyards at Bergstrom The Bergstrom Winery in Dundee was beautiful. Sitting ten feet away, I can verify that the wines are excellent! Image # 09984. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960910898-TW9TSQTIOKCXMXQNPHK0/36587_OR_Willamette-Wildflowers_1500px.jpg Oregon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960910521-ZAJZ55ZEFII0AQ0DK908/36594_OR_SunsetBaySP_1500px.jpg Oregon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960911623-P0UHDQRK2PO0JPGDRPS3/37028_OR_HecedaHeadLight_1500px.jpg Oregon - Heceta Head Light The light presides proudly over the Heceta headland, inviting artist to admire and ships to stay clear. The B&B in the lighthouse keepers cottage serves amazing breakfasts. Image # 37028. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960911404-4ZCWSAN7NR7V4Q7TEWXM/38102_OR_Dune-grass_1500px.jpg Oregon - Grasses on the Dunes Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area is a treat to explore. It is also unexpected as you travel along the scenic coast. Image # 38102. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1612804312924-9H2I5F6GF5VEI5IQJ0AD/9921_PatriciaGreenCellars_4M.jpg Oregon - The Vineyards of Patricia Green Cellars The gardens and vineyards at Patricia Green Cellars, in Newberg, were beautiful. They seemed to get even prettier after our extensive wine tasting. Image # 09921. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960911973-8JM2A776XS3R46QMTIRQ/38103_OR_Oregon-Coast_1500px.jpg Oregon - The Oregon Coast Thank goodness that the majority of the coast has been protected by state parks so it will remain forever unspoiled! Image # 38103. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960911799-TF4GOKYROZ2LLWYNT0KO/38104_OR_Crater_Lake-NP_1500px.jpg Oregon - Crater Lake One of Oregon's gems is Crater Lake National Park, seen here from the south rim. Set inside a volcanic basin, Crater Lake is 1,943 feet deep, making it the country's deepest lake. Fed almost entirely by snowfall, the water is ink-blue and incredibly pure. Image # 38104. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960912133-2QBP6KQSSUU354Z57SGX/39065_OR-SeaGrit_1500px.jpg Oregon - Sea Grit Sometimes the name of a boat conveys the character of its work. Notice the red Oregon boat also in port. Image # 39065. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960912537-IWFCHTDGY1SZA0H2BNFS/39066_OR_Beach-in-fog_1500px.jpg Oregon - Foggy Beachscape This beachscape image would be just as elegant in black and white. Listen to the gentle surf on this beach, situated near Tillamook Bay. Image # 39066. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960912683-3I4RVLJGXNHBHCTJ7EXL/39067_OR_Shoreline_1500px.jpg Oregon - The Rugged Oregon Coast Mounds of driftwood are testimony to the strong storms that batter the coast on days less tranquil than this image. Sea stacks punctuate the shoreline and add visual interest. Image # 39067. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960913007-NS7X15RV7UIAWUZFYMVH/39068_OR_crabtrap_1500px.jpg Oregon - Coos Bay Crabtraps Coos Bay is a working port for offshore fishermen. One element in their repertoire is this steel crab trap to lure the giant Dungeness crabs. I know I would rather dine on one rather than try to catch it! Image # 39068. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960913168-RFCTD36AZ0N73Z8Z21TW/39069_OR_Beachscape_1500px.jpg Oregon - Oregon Beachscape Oregon is blessed with numerous beautiful beaches, most with very few people. This one is between Florence and Newport. Image # 39069. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454960913595-NO0CVWW3L3U4OXTT79GP/39070_OR_Seals-YaquinaRocks_1500px.jpg Oregon - Yaquina Seals These seals guard the Yaquina Head Light from the rocks below. Noisy and aromatic, they love living here with the ocean swells delivering krill and other nutrients for their diet. Image # 39070. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Oregon http://hillart.com/newchile daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056495830-JL0LFTHLVSYFZX1O90EC/07262_CH_Underraga-1885-cellar_9797_1500px.jpg Chile - The Cellar at Underraga Built in 1885, this underground cellar stores the liquid treasures of Underraga, wines that stand the test of time. Image # 07262. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056495781-YFLLS8GXZBA0566K5S5I/07263_CH_CYToro-Casillero-del-Diablo-cellar_1500px.jpg Chile - Help from the Devil The Concha Y Toro winery is one of the oldest in Chile, sourcing grapes from the Aconcagua and Colchagua Valleys near Santiago. Their wine Casillero del Diablo has a fascinating story - email the artist for it. Image # 07263. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496016-697984805F0W2PZL1KB2/07389_CH_Torres-0816_1500px.jpg Chile - The ends of the Earth Welcome to Torres del Paine National Park in Chile. Advanced hiking around the Paine massif takes you through the kind of wild rugged terrain you'd expect to find at the ends of the earth. Image # 07389. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496005-QCQKSMTG74NBEJW20YEA/07390-CH_Torres-0983_1500px.jpg Chile - Path to Paradise Most of the wild places in our world are far from the hand of man. Yet this primitive boardwalk allows access to this magical place without destroying the tundra and fragile landscape. Linger and enjoy Torres del Paine National Park. Image # 07390. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496434-EX84WVFJHJTDZ7L9XVY3/07391_CH_Valpariso-Mosaic_9753_1500px.jpg Chile - Valparaiso Mosaic Colorful houses of all shapes and colors cling to the steep hillside overlooking the harbor in Valparaiso. Image # 07391. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496178-UZT9WKSGMIWDSRMPK7IA/07392_CH_Torres-1043_1500px.jpg Chile - Rugged Patagonia Carved by fjords and capped by glistening glaciers, Patagonia is a collection of unbelievable rugged landscapes. The crown jewel in Patagonia is the Torres del Paine National Park. Recharge your spirit. Image # 07392. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496305-B8336XDXGFY4PWNTH1LL/07393_CH_Torres-8805_1500px.jpg Chile - Too Rugged to be Real Torres del Paine has jaw-dropping vistas of monolithic rock spires and jagged snowy peaks. Add in the huge expanse of the Patagonia Ice Field, tranquil azure lakes and golden grasslands - this unquestionably is one of the all-time best wilderness destinations in the world. Image # 07393. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496420-BL8U1EMTVEB1TV10EGFK/07394_CH_Torres-8809_1500px.jpg Chile - Torres del Paine National Park This setting is the centerpiece of the spectacular Torres del Paine National Park. This truly is a magical place, filled with breathtaking sharp peaks and primal landscape. Image #07394. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496537-5HO4MJVC3CMAVS2YR1RV/07395_CH-Torres-8875_1500px.jpg Chile - Lago Pehoe Early morning in Torres del Paine brings the latitude-with-attitude weather, blowing north from Antarctica. The frigid fire-hose-force wind for which Patagonia is known makes holding onto the tripod a necessity. Yet this view rivals any on earth. Image # 07395. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496561-2GX93S6F6JYIZSC4XRID/07396_CH_Torres-8816_1500px.jpg Chile - Los Cuernos del Paine The Los Cuernos (horns) del Paine, and the Torres (towers) del Paine, are impossibly steep and totally impressive at sunrise. Welcome to Torres del Paine National Park. Image # 07396. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496661-3VZ26FU1DUZQB18DU13P/07397_CH_Torres-8825_1500px.jpg Chile - Ice-clad Peaks Welcome to Torres del Paine National Park. This fantastic geographical form appears lifeless, yet there are thousands of guanacos roaming the land, a wild cousin of the llama. There are also pumas and more than 100 species of birds, including flamingos and condors. Image # 07397. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496709-2MAY6W321ZYSRFO0ABWW/07399_CH_Torres-8868_1500px.jpg Chile - Gateway to the Glacier Deep canyons and towering pinnacles punctuate this amazing landscape. Occasional avalanches reshape the upper reaches of the French Glacier, a spectacular mass of ice and snow. Welcome to Torres del Paine National Park - here is paradise just before sunrise. Image # 07399. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056496771-OTVAT2COX8C37ZPI8XT3/07400_CH_Torres-del-Paine-BEST-8857_1500px.jpg Chile - The Horns of Paine The Horns of Paine, located within Torres del Paine National Park, have stood here for more than 12 million years. They were formed by huge glaciers that eroded away the outer sedimentary layer of rock, exposing the inner core of granite. Image # 07400. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056497013-WG9VRVJW8Q8IE8B3CDSZ/07401_CH-fjord-9695_1500px.jpg Chile - A Chilean Fjord The southern coast of Chile is impressive, with the snow-covered Andes revealing glaciers and feeding into fjords. Image # 07401. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056497110-SJJB6AI1AM9AFGTIO5O5/07402_CH-glacier9707_1500px.jpg Chile - Frozen Advance of Time Numerous glaciers travel very slowly from the towering Andes to the Chilean fjords. They have carved the landscape and seem oblivious to time and technology. Perhaps they have a lesson for us. Image # 07402. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056497192-9PZ3PPOE10Z65U4R4KFU/07402_CH-TorresdelPaine612_1500px.jpg Chile - A Good Day at Torres del Paine The wind can be fierce, but so far this morning it is moderate. What an amazing place! Image # 07402. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056497543-6C9VMZH5MJ0EQ3I1MKV9/07403_CH-Underraga9782_1500px.jpg Chile - Vina Underraga Just east of Santiago, five noted wine valleys are filled with vibrant wineries. One of the most respected is Undurraga, driven to consistent success by their Chilean vintners. Image # 07403. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455056497372-6V95NG3ZLWDL80CJ8RAH/07432_CH_Santiago-Wine-Prayer-sign_1500px.jpg Chile - Santiago Wine Prayer Just when you thought there was no way to move forward, you came into this shop and saw this sign. Amen. Image # 07432. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503938781442-D3IIA0EC8RQ4J9G0TWTF/02444_CH_PuntaArenas-LaTasca_3M.jpg Chile - Dine at La Tasca This is one of the finer restaurants in Punta Arenas, in southern Chile. Quite an historic facade. Image # 02444. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503938795993-USWIB6QZ6LCWHQXTQCPE/02455_CH_Valparaiso-houses-on-hill_3M.jpg Chile - Valparaiso Homes Realtors might say these houses are homes with a view. Parents might say "do not wander on the side of our house!". These are a few of the colorful houses in this port city. Image # 02455. http://hillart.com/newestonia daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115968518-K8OOZHASPL3D21GBB20Z/05983_ES_Tallinn-CityHotel_1500px.jpg Estonia - The City Hotel This is a closeup architectural view of the Domina City Hotel in Tallinn. Image # 05983. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115968665-797KPOS5I65L6Y4WK6JS/07517_ES_Tallinn-bldg_1500px.jpg Estonia - On the Corner This historic Tallinn building has been beautifully restored. The coats of arms indicate that it probably has some role in the country's government. Image # 07517. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115969152-AUI6CXTK2BGC6PWXH7PR/07518_ES_Tallinn-bldg_1500px.jpg Estonia - Pink on the Corner This corner residential building in Tallinn is not just pink - it is two-tone pink! Image # 07518. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115969170-65KDSKGWEX25VIXXS2OC/07519_ES_Tallinn-square_1500px.jpg Estonia - The Main Square in Tallinn Tallinn is the capital of Estonia, and this large square is the hub of activity for the city and for visitors. Image # 07519. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115970194-8A54SNAT0A6JP33C1MBG/07520_ES_Tallinn-church_1500px.jpg Estonia - The Russian Orthodox Church This was the most impressive of several attractive churches in Tallinn. Image # 07520. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115969781-88WAXIG1ETVMNP7P6KDK/07521_ES_Tallinn-church_1500px.jpg Estonia - Eastern European Architecture This upward view of the front of the Russian Orthodox Church in Tallinn shows its intricate detail. Image # 07521. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115970288-7U4BDIO1WHSQ51UIV1IB/07522_ES_Tallinn-DuNord_1500px.jpg Estonia - Du Nord This elegant-looking restaurant in Tallinn was not open for lunch when I walked by. I probably saved money! Image # 07522. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115970864-HBDOET21NEWMIOJ3K1SG/07523_ES_Tallinn-Hotel-Barons_1500px.jpg Estonia - The Hotel Barons This is one of a dozen hotels in Tallinn that have retained their charm, often building a modern structure above the historic base. Image # 07523. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115970921-9QMDXAPSSIX4B7HUU46Z/07524_ES_Tallinn-covered-wagons_1500px.jpg Estonia - Covered Wagons I saw these historic wagons parked in a cobblestone courtyard, made this photograph, and could not find anyone who spoke English that could tell me their story. Image # 07524. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115971804-MVGKCOIX13NNYT4LTFW8/07526_ES_Tallinn-Domina_1500px.jpg Estonia - The Domina City Hotel This is one of Tallinn's finest hotels, and looks imposing from every angle. Image # 07526. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115972513-8CY06HFFZ005THZRH6CI/07527_ES_Tallinn-red-door_1500px.jpg Estonia - The Red Door This was one of the most interesting doorways in an upscale residential section of Tallinn. Image # 07527. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115973386-TJRUP9339P4ZZ0QPXV0L/07528_ES_Tallinn-green-door_1500px.jpg Estonia - The Green Door Whoever lives in #68 has a flair for color and presents a lovely image to people walking by. Image # 07528. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115973677-STS3M6HY9EW1V371J5Q1/07529_ES_Tallinn-domes_1500px.jpg Estonia - Three Domes This handsome church clearly reflects the years of Russian dominance of Tallinn. Image # 07529. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115974421-K7VLFUF1WP5DQNVRH7OI/07530_ES_Tallinn-pink-bldg_1500px.jpg Estonia - Think Pink This important building is part of the government of Estonia, is located in Tallinn, and indeed is pink. Image # 07530. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115974507-Y9NDYIBD96A5PVOKWRLZ/07531_ES_Tallinn-restaurant_1500px.jpg Estonia - Pika Jala This restaurant had a fascinating menu of mostly local cuisine, plus the chance to dine outdoors - both of which I prefer when on travel. Image # 07531. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115976109-S58TL7Q69DJXM89S5866/07532_ES_Tallinn-Demini_1500px.jpg Estonia - The Demini This is the entrance to a small shopping center in the heart of Old Town, Tallinn. Image # 07532. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115976439-64HNNF9VID5YO6535JKM/07533_ES_Tallinn-fish_1500px.jpg Estonia - The sign of the Fish The impressive entrance to this seafood restaurant suggests that the cuisine inside will also be impressive. Image #07533. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115976768-WA2WYSAQ3ZOXF3PURHW2/07534_ES_Tallinn-street_1500px.jpg Estonia - A Street in Tallinn Many of the streets in Tallinn are paved with stone, and the city has a "walkable" feel to it. Image # 07534. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115977384-60MF5ZGMCTBUZUF0REB8/07535_ES_Tallinn-window-pig_1500px.jpg Estonia - The Flowering Pig This creative window treatment lured me in for a meal, and the cuisine was equally creative. Image # 07535. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455115978381-X4EKJ2SSDS4X9UQWZYZB/07536_ES_Tallinn-door_1500px.jpg Estonia - Archeological Centre This is one of the most interesting doorways in Tallinn. Image 07536. http://hillart.com/newtuscany-florence daily 0.75 2016-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455290535715-9S9Q6AZYULRJDC09HFDQ/04516_IT_Florence-PonteVecchio_1500px.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Florence Cradle and heart of the Renaissance, Florence is a proud, aristocratic city whose maze of cobbled streets and piazzas is lined with medieval towers, historic cafes, and fortress-like palazzi. Sensory overload is a real concern. I love early morning light, and this was my portrait of the Ponte Vecchio in Florence. Image # 04516. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455290535574-V3SLRJY2O63BF52DVQ03/04528_IT_Montepulciano_1500px.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Montepulciano Montepulciano is one of the loveliest hill towns in Tuscany. Surrounded by vineyards and villas, and known for its fine wines, it is just waiting for you to visit. The artist can recommend a memorable villa for your stay... Image # 04528. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455290536231-TWRH6RV1WHWPWCIVW8JA/04529_IT_WineBottles-Montepul_1500px.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Vini Nobile These ancient bottles called to the artist at a roadside enotoca just west of Montepulciano. The reds were primarily the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, the premier red from the hill town, while the whites were surely vinegar in traditional packaging! Image #04529. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455290536300-4SEJ6WS72UPBA4IU227O/06187_IT_UnderTuscanSun_1500px.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Under the Tuscan Sun Wandering through Tuscany is close to heaven for a wine-lover. This classic field sits east of Montalcino, and captured my fancy early one morning. Ask me to tell you the story about my wet pants. Image # 06187. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455290536749-MPDSBSN2JHNOB06167B2/08010_IT_Umbria-Nike-stairs_1500px.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Nikes in Montalcino Walk through the ancient center city of Montalcino in Tuscany. You will find many enotecas, some tourist shops, and signs of real life as I discovered with these stairs. Image # 08010. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455290536623-NP6GH6TTC0T82CNO6OPW/39027_IT_Florence_byRLW1954_1500px.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Florence in 1954 This bridge is classic, and has been symbolic of Florence for a very long time. Once upon a time, the Ponte Vecchio was lined with butchers and fishmongers. But the Medicis did not appreciate the stink, so they decreed that only goldsmiths could occupy the bridge. This photograph was made in 1954 by my grandfather, Roy Whitman. Image # 39027. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457983702977-91UZ1A1AFTYKQQV79FM5/06188_IT_Tuscan-road_1500px.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Classic Tuscan Road Enjoy this serpentine road winding up the hill, beautifully bordered by cypress trees. Ciao! Image # 06188. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503427827592-DGKK7XOUS35OE4BS1HB9/08284_IT_Tusc-Montalcino-Banfi_3M.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Castello Banfi in Montalcino The story behind Banfi is fascinating and inspiring - visit their website to learn some of the story of the Mariani brothers... Image # 08284. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503427963652-CKNC4C2YHQIB1DSD3BQO/08284_IT_Tusc-PortoErcole_3M.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Porto Ercole Most people do not realize how large and diverse Tuscany is. It includes fabled Florence, some of the best wine country in Italy with Montalcino, Multepulciano and Chianti, and stretches to the ocean with towns like this one. Image # 08284. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503502314148-JW5GHSOL2UD8C9K2E1LI/04521_IT_Florence-skyline-panorama_3M.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Panorama of Florence Florence is a vibrant city, many art galleries and museums, and very walkable. Image # 04521. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503502398788-RDDCE56LDXLAN9E61VIW/04523_IT_Florence-skyline_3M.jpg Tuscany & Florence - The Arno and Florence The Arno River runs through Florence, and is the most important river in central Italy. The bridges that span the Arno have lots of character. Image # 04523. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503502516054-4E4BLJQ3G9GZMDYFK1AQ/04524_IT_Florence-David_3M.jpg Tuscany & Florence - David Presides over Florence Here is one of the best replicas of Michaelanglo's statue of the Biblical hero David, one of the most loved statues in the world. It was carved from 1501 to 1504 and now resides in the Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence. Image # 04524. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503682555544-763M3DZ4GUF3RTFN3TD3/04543_IT_Montepulciano-vinyrd_3M.jpg Tuscany & Florence - Vineyards in Multipulciano Olive trees and four vineyards close by - you could do a lot worse than to volunteer to live in the white house... Image # 04543. http://hillart.com/newmonaco daily 0.75 2016-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461045135-ID04U46LR2AUSFFFKXL7/07173_Monte-Carlo-Hbr_1500px.jpg Monaco - The Harbor in Monte-Carlo There is no recession in Monte-Carlo. The harbor is filled with multi-million dollar yachts, and there are expensive shops luring visitors to enjoy their wares. It is a beautiful place, and it's easy to see why people have a special fantasy feeling about Monaco. Image # 07173. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461045361-OAZFR3O6YXMMXURSIHWM/07174_Hermitage-Hotel_1500px.jpg Monaco - The Hermitage Hotel Monaco is only 3 miles long and 1/2 mile wide. Yet this tiny principality is an architectural buffet. This famous hotel is elegant by day and night. Image # 07174. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461045658-VC48BDEDOMRXLR2IA6L2/07175_Reflection-Casino_1500px.jpg Monaco - Reflection of the Casino I could not resist portraying the Monte-Carlo Casino, as reflected in a mirrored globe in the park nearby. Image # 07175. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461045697-AYC5I2YN1ANEDKPKNIPP/07176_Casino_1500px.jpg Monaco - The Caino in Monte-Carlo The Casino is world-renowned, and those who enter must be dressed in black tie and then pay $25 just to walk in. Citizens of Monaco are not allowed to enter. The artist stood on the street in front, and was allowed to look at the front of the Casino. In casual clothes. For free. Image # 07176. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461045929-1M5UHTO5UO0IU5B1SKK6/07177_Monaco-Harbor_1500px.jpg Monaco - Monte-Carlo by Night As night settles over the harbor in Monte-Carlo, the city remains very much alive. Presiding over the harbor is the imposing Palace on the top of the hill. The spirit of Princess Grace lingers. Image # 07177. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461046094-S05RBG54EEPH2R2TM9T0/07193_Monaco-harbor_1500px.jpg Monaco - The Harbor in Monte-Carlo Monte-Carlo's legendary harbor remains the unofficial nesting place for Europe's most lavish yachts. Image # 07193. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461046177-GB826ZXEJMXD2VXB0PGT/07538_Monaco-harbor_1500px.jpg Monaco - How the Other Half Lives These are but a few of the many multi-million-dollar yachts that call Monte-Carlo home. and - yes, if you have to ask, you can't afford one. Image # 07538. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461046391-KB2I3GVP2AZRQVRO62CC/07540_Monaco-Harbor_1500px.jpg Monaco - The Quiet Side On the west side of the Palace, the other side of Monte-Carlo is much quieter. It is more residential without the Casino and the fancy hotels, yet still dignified. Image # 07540. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461046376-WVQZN88V87SUKYA0L2X9/07541_Monaco-CarMus-2009MBMcLaren_1500px.jpg Monaco - The McLaren One of the gems in the Prince's collection, and the newest, is this 2009 Mercedes McLaren. This is the result of a collaboration between Mercedes Benz and McLaren, a British manufacturer of high-performance cars based on Formula One technology. Image # 07541. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461046643-Q87I8OFYZNC46T814NE5/07542_Monaco-CarMuseum_1500px.jpg Monaco - The Toys of a Prince Prince Rainier of Monaco loves classic and racing cars. He has an impressive collection, some of which are on exhibit in this museum. Image # 07542 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461046666-7ND3AS1P1OC4N63VE7NS/07544_Monaco-lampost_1500px.jpg Monaco - Guard Your Platinum Card Do you know the safest way to walk along this street? Go well before the shops open! Image # 07544. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461046892-0MIRHF3MPU2EUGZJ2FWH/07547_MC_Monaco-casino_1500px.jpg Monaco - The Casino This Casino is known all over the world as a high-end party place. You must wear a tux and pay a healthy cover charge to even get inside, which keeps tourists and artists away. Image # 07547. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461046832-T34SQ4KX5ZAETQEEFRBP/07548_Monaco-Hotel_1500px.jpg Monaco - Can Granite be Sexy? These ladies do not abide by the dress code inside, but somehow fit perfectly into this ultra-luxe neighborhood. Image # 07548. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461047052-9BMNB3M55O4B0OMQW3DC/07549_Monaco-Hermitage_1500px.jpg Monaco - The Hermitage The Hotel Hermitage Monte-Carlo is a luxurious palace style Belle Epoque in the heart of Monaco. The historic hotel is one of Monaco's mail social hubs and the public spaces are always buzzing with chic clientele. Another view in my collection shows its impressive facade at night. Image # 07549. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455461047099-P8HKAM30JOU6TLZUEMY6/07550_Monaco-Opera-House_1500px.jpg Monaco - The Opera House With the lack of cultural diversions available in Monaco in the 1870s, the reigning prince decided to include an ornate concert hall as a part of the casino, to be the resident home of the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic and Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo. Image # 07550. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456865693693-OUX92YDO9KYN7VDYTG9F/07539_MON_Monaco_harbor36_8M.jpg Monaco - Bring Your Platinum Card This is the fabled harbor of Monte-Carlo, with the hotels and Casino on the hill in the rear of this image. The palace of the Prince is just to the right behind the camera. Image # 07539. http://hillart.com/newspain daily 0.75 2021-04-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631265725-7WO5CPO3FCN7495U7G14/07007_Arcos-delaFrontera-restaurant_1500px.jpg Spain - Villa de la Paradores Inside many walled Spanish buildings are delightful courtyards. Inside this hotel north of Cadiz sits the restaurant known for lovely wines and delectable desserts. Image # 07007. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631253881-WZQJW6309P5ATEZJ5UV4/07008_Arcos-delaFrontera-church_1500px.jpg Spain - Cathedral This is the facade of a very impressive cathedral, dwarfing the village of Arcos de la Frontera around it. Image # 07008. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631254602-UZH5XJ87JOMIY6W9HC6A/07009_Arcos-delaFrontera-hotel_1500px.jpg Spain - Hotel El Convento This is the perfect secret hotel, located on a side street in charming Arcos de la Frontera, a town in the Cadiz province of southern Spain. Check in and check it out. Image # 07009. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631254929-NZEJGOL7B2XLQNE4FX7S/07010_Arcos_delaFrontera-scooter_1500px.jpg Spain - Scooter and Hearts Walking along the narrow streets in Arcos de la Frontera in Spain, the artist was amused by the contrast between the security bars on the windows to keep you out - and the hearts inviting you in... Image # 07010. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631255538-1CKBRS103PH1T2AAGGPI/07024_Barcelona-bldg14_1500px.jpg Spain - Barcelona Potpourri Only in Barcelona could you find the diverse architectural styles in this image along Las Ramblas. Image # 07024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631256838-8H02DD0DM5US2YJ89OP2/07025_Barcelona_bldg15_1500px.jpg Spain - Would Gaudi Work Here? This impressive office building graces a corner along Las Ramblas. Image # 07025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631257414-0P9EV36NGN368527DMSD/07027_Barcelona_bldg17_1500px.jpg Spain - Condo in Barcelona Barcelona has more than 2,000 years of history to share. This was a residential building designed by Antoni Gaudi (1852-1926). Still distinctive many decades later. Image # 07027. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631258981-VU70ONP9FHT91JFPVWDV/07031_Barcelona_Gaudi-bldg21_1500px.jpg Spain - Gaudi Fountain In the Parc Guell, the whimsical art of Antoni Gaudi reigns supreme. This is one of a number of fountains adorning the hillside park. Image # 07031. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631259555-2QU7MSAAED6I71LWBWYU/07032_Barcel_3-04_bldg22_1500px.jpg Spain - Parc Guell In the Parc Guell, the unique art of Antoni Gaudi reigns supreme. This is the top of a pavilion near the top of the hillside park. Image # 07032. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631261258-A5GGIWAH8LU0HUEO8J3I/07036_Barcelona_LaSagredaFamilia26_1500px.jpg Spain - La Sagrada Familia Sagrada Familia was designed by Antoni Gaudi. This monumental but unfinished church was his most famous masterpiece. He combined Gothic and Art Nouveau forms with ambitious structural columns and arches. Begun in 1882, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Image # 07036. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631262435-YC4Y11TE3R0WE7XDACXE/07038_Granada-Alhambra-buildings1_1500px.jpg Spain - The Fortress at Alhambra The palace and fortress at Alhambra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is filled with the sound of running water from several fountains and cascades. Image # 07038. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631263330-N7QD6QMSQQQA7K39YARR/07039_Granada-Alhambra-buildings2_1500px.jpg Spain - La Alhambra The Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex constructed during the mid 14th century, overlooking the city of Granada. It is the inspiration for many songs and stories. Image # 07039. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631263900-9KSK099WH9J0L08P4X0W/07042_Granada-Alhambra-interior_1500px.jpg Spain - Interior of the Palace Several centuries of handwork are evident in the magnificent details of the Alhambra palaces, like this view through an arcade across an interior courtyard. Image # 07042. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631264863-RNOW2GB65LM8URVE0WS6/07043_Granada-Alhambra-door_1500px.jpg Spain - An Alhambra Door Several centuries of handwork are evident in the magnificent details of the Alhambra palaces, like this inlaid door. Image # 07043. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631266085-1Y77T9CIP812IVDBKUEQ/07044_Granada-Alhambra-gardens3_1500px.jpg Spain - The Garden at Alhambra The aroma of flowering gardens is one of the delights in roaming the grounds of the palaces at Alhambra. Image # 07044. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631266769-E14X3S37GMY63DV6A3B0/07045_Granada-Alhambra-gardens4_1500px.jpg Spain - An Alhambra Garden The various gardens surrounding the palaces at Alhambra include roses, oranges, and flowering myrtles. Image # 07045. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631266538-14550W2FAWE485UFCSRZ/07046_Mallorca-Palma-harbor2_1500px.jpg Spain - The Harbor at Palma This is the active harbor in Palma, on the fabled island of Mallorca, one of Spain's jewels on the Costa Del Sol. Image # 07046. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631267573-G08BLZP15GEG3OE97IK7/07050_Valencia-Plaza-de-la-Virgen3_1500px.jpg Spain - Plaza de la Virgins This elaborate fountain in Valencia's old city may give parents lots of reasons to talk to their impressionable children. Image # 07050. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631267951-Q6PI7IWERPZSLJWYRTJZ/07051_Valencia-gate2city-door2_1500px.jpg Spain - Door to Valencia In medieval days, these heavy wooden doors provided the only entry into Valencia. When the Arabs conquered the city in the 8th century from the Romans, they introduced the rice that would crown the city as the birthplace of paella. Image # 07051. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631268247-6F1T048TWXSKZ0OWE6V3/07052_Valencia_gate2city2_1500px.jpg Spain - Gate to Valencia Valencia began before the birth of Christ, and this medieval gate guarded the entrance to the city in earlier times. Image # 07052. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631268615-1KNUHOQFM8D7P4WYX6MX/07053_Valencia_windows_1500px.jpg Spain - Windows of Valencia Valencia features an eclectic blend of old and new Spanish culture, architecture and art. Enjoy this classic facade of a residential building. Image # 07053. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631268727-X594TPE4RGGAMFSHKHXV/07054_Valencia_contemp_complex7_1500px.jpg Spain - City of Arts and Sciences Few cities are able to harmoniously combine the remains from a medieval past with the most modern, avant-garde buildings of the new millennium. This is the approach to a complex of unique buildings in the Oceanographic Park, Europe's largest marine park. Image # 07054. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631269040-8ZU82IHC0FW0XMRP5E6Y/07055_Valencia_contemp_complex6_1500px.jpg Spain - L'Oceanographic This is the entrance to Valencia's fascinating underwater world in its Oceanographic Park, home to 500 species of fish and other sea creatures from every ocean in the world. Image # 07055. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631269229-UGP79DNULPJE5X4MIC5Q/07056_Valencia-contemp-complex8_1500px.jpg Spain - Oceano Abstract Avant-garde architecture marks the distinctive Oceanographic Park in Valencia. Image # 07056. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455631269382-3NGMM7P9J34IGFPI14U9/07057_Valencia-contemp-complex9_1500px.jpg Spain - The New Valencia Valencia experienced many floods, until the River Turia was diverted away from the center city in the 1950's. The signature complex of Valencia's urban beautification is the spectacular futuristic City of the Arts complex. Image # 07057. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503589149140-LH4USKLOQ6L1S0GQ02O6/08279_SP_Barcelona-corner_3M.jpg Spain - Ornate Architecture Barcelona has some fascinating buildings that reflect the elegance of an earlier time - many of these were not designed by Gaudi. Here is the corner of a condo. Image # 08279. http://hillart.com/newturkey daily 0.75 2016-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636433840-L9TORDH2L2GOLQEMNSPE/07303_Kusadasi-Ephesus-1132_1500px.jpg Turkey - Columns in Ephesus Ephesus was a large city in the Mediterranean world, and had a theater seating 25,000. Its Temple of Artemis was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Only a few dozen columns remain standing for us to imagine life there in its prime. Image # 07303. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636433814-WVRMKEYY5ZK96IA9AAT3/07305_Kusadasi-Ephesus-library-1115_1500px.jpg Turkey - The Library at Ephesus Ephesus was founded in the 10th century BC, and prospered as a seaport through the rulers Alexander the Great , the Ottoman Empire, and then the Roman Empire. Ephesus was an important center for early Christianity, serving as a base for Paul to organize missionary activities. Later, the apostle Paul lived there, while he wrote the Gospel of John from c90-100. This is the remaining facade of the impressive Library of Celsus. Image # 07305. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636434529-501BIFV8UWWB8KMJDOII/07308_Istanbul-BlueMosque-1484_1500px.jpg Turkey - Blue Mosque Interior Here are a cluster of domes inside the Blue Mosque in Istanbul. It is remarkable to think about how this was constructed in 1617. It is officially known as the Sultanahmet Camii. Image # 07308. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636434470-C7UENJJV0L1NI521M102/07309_Istanbul-cityscape-1484_1500px.jpg Turkey - Istanbul Cityscape As dusk descends upon the city of Istanbul, traffic calms and the diverse architecture remains fascinating. Istanbul is the largest city in Europe, even though part of it is in Asia. Image # 07309, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636434921-J9VSV9KAXTINP3MXPLFV/07310_Kusadasi-Ephesus-1103_1500px.jpg Turkey - Ephesus Ruins Ephesus was originally an important commercial harbor, until silt gradually filled in the Cayster River. The ruins now sit several miles from the ocean. Walking along the promenade past entrances like this, one can only imagine the look of the original city. Ephesus was cited as important in the Book of Revelation. Image # 07310. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636434987-59FPG82IGHGIMM2K6BKN/07311_Istanbul-palace-1278_1500px.jpg Turkey - Palace on the Sea This is one of the imposing buildings that line the shore of the Sea of Marmara in Istanbul. Each palace and mosque has a storied past, in addition to impressive architecture. Image # 07311. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636435268-4C47QPHF4XMUXSFS311D/07312_Istanbul-mosques-1149_1500px.jpg Turkey - Mosques of Istanbul The view of mosques from the river make them seem more imposing. Image # 07312. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636435669-LRFTSVQIZUESKE6X0W0F/07313_Istanbul-BlueMosque-0508_1500px.jpg Turkey - The Blue Mosque The Blue Mosque in Istanbul is especially impressive as night falls. Image # 07313. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636436005-3O8LX01SAX8VBY2Z58VK/07315_Istanbul-TopkapiPalace-1405_1500px.jpg Turkey - Topkapi Palace After visiting the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, this artist had a very sore neck. I was so captivated by the ceiling detail that I believe I had by head aimed upward for four hours! This is one corner of a large overhang at the Courtyard of the Black Eunuchs. Image # 07315. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636436154-ARTUMDRHA5S9I1CT3Y9X/07316_Istanbul-BasilicaCistern-1538_1500px.jpg Turkey - The Basilica Cistern Deep under the old city of Istanbul, the Basilica Cistern awaits visitors. Built by Byzantine emperors in 532, it was used to store water for the Great Palace. Remarkable today, it was an icon of early engineering skills of 1500 years ago! Image # 07316. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636436650-2HNM3UVQ7GQKBZX77WKP/07317_Istanbul-TopkapiPalace-1402_1500px.jpg Turkey - Guilded Ceiling Here is a small section of the ornate detail on the ceiling of the Imperial Hall at the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. It is hard to imagine how many dozens of years of intricate labor were needed to create this palace. Image # 07317. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636436829-F23C803VQ3BL1FTG8AGZ/07318_Istanbul-TopkapiPalace-1334_1500px.jpg Turkey - Ornate Bedroom This is one corner of an ornate bedroom, one of many in the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. Image # 07318. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636437882-9FSMEZ512JWDE74Y6GSY/07319_Istanbul-TopkapiPalace-1336_1500px.jpg Turkey - The Topkapi Palace The Topkapi Palace in Istanbul was built between 1460 and 1478 by the Sultan who conquered Constantinople. This is but one of a dozen impressive interior rooms, filled on all surfaces with hand-inlaid mosaics. Image # 07319. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636437728-BOEL4R27BMWDX8M1RTN2/07320_Istanbul-TopkapiPalace-1321_1500px.jpg Turkey - Domed Chamber There are dozens of beautiful ceilings in the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. This is one part of the Domed Chamber that housed the Imperial Council. Image # 07320. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636438751-4PL3FX6AZ4Y1ZHAZ9IIG/07321_Istanbul-Egyptian-Spice-Mkt_0181_1500px.jpg Turkey - Egyptian Spice Market Do you need an herbal love potion? Visit the Spice Bazaar, the fascinating Ottoman marketplace. If you seek a spice and do not find it here, you do not need it! Image # 07321. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636439072-X2G1WBTGTHNJDMYHWTE1/07322_Istanbul-GrandBazaar-fruits-1258_1500px.jpg Turkey - Fruits in the Grand Bazaar The Grand Bazaar is the retail heart of Istanbul, with over 4,000 shops offering every conceivable local shopping need. Bargaining has been an integral part of the consumer experience, as it has been for hundreds of years. Can you smell these fruits? Image # 07322. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636439377-SCS252RKKMHCDJU36K7G/07323_Istanbul-SpiceMarket-1235_1500px.jpg Turkey - The Spice Bazaar The Spice Bazaar was built in 1660 to help support the upkeep of the New Mosque. In its heyday, this market was the last stop for the camel caravans that traveled the Silk Routes from China, India and Persia. Image # 07323. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636439800-0X8H7VWPH65L3N8KM2CY/07324_Istanbul-sweets-0027_1500px.jpg Turkey - Sweets in the Grand Bazaar This was a difficult image to make. With honey-coated treats in each hand, how was the artist supposed to maneuver the tripod? Priorities: let the photograph wait a minute... Image # 07324. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636441050-CN6N8AYIM3D9S4Y3OQD9/07327_Istanbul-tea-set-1270_1500px.jpg Turkey - Gold and Silver Tea is an integral part of Turkish hospitality, and this gilded tea service will make any flavor of tea more enjoyable. Image # 07327. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636443097-LZHMCOI4QFFH8GSLKPH9/07329_Istanbul-tea-set-1241_1500px.jpg Turkey - Goldspresso Strong coffee and tea are an integral part of Turkish hospitality, and this gilded tea service will make any flavor of drink more enjoyable. Image # 07329. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636442127-YCXC0Y8C57O4DP3DZJOT/07330_Istanbul-tea-set-0133_1500px.jpg Turkey - Elegant Copper Tea is an integral part of Turkish hospitality, and this copper tea service will make any flavor of tea more enjoyable. Image # 07330. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636443495-0IB9805WEZFOT90EGHHG/07332_Istanbul-Egyptian-spice-1223_1500px.jpg Turkey - Spice in the Grand Bazaar How much spice would you like? Nearly every conversation with a merchant in Turkey begins with "Where are you from?" Gradually, they will guide you to talk about investing in a carpet, or buying spice, or investing in another carpet... Image # 07332. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636444621-IWK1H1XDJ71305HEDTC2/07333_Istanbul-Egyptian-spice-1222_1500px.jpg Turkey - Spice is Nice Several dozen types of spice are on display, awaiting new ownership. Some are common, yet many are more exotic. A taste is always offered, once the merchant learns the answer to his question: "where are you from?" Image # 07333. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455636444176-2WU87N24LNT3H68DCAM0/07334_Istanbul-tea-set-1465_1500px.jpg Turkey - Royal Tea Service Never mind how good the tea tastes - this service is a feast for the eyes! Image # 07334. http://hillart.com/newland-water-scapes daily 0.75 2016-03-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456338138348-7VXV7WI7V5VX0Q09RS6S/image-asset.jpeg Land & Water Scapes Water Scapes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456928815205-ALQKZJ0CYRDQFWSZO1AF/image-asset.jpeg Land & Water Scapes Waterfalls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456927906701-6LMKPC0FSYM3P5HNDJFP/image-asset.jpeg Land & Water Scapes Land Scapes http://hillart.com/italy daily 0.75 2016-03-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456341351645-83T7QNMQTPE9222TYQL0/image-asset.jpeg Italy Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456858688310-8PA67M35I8PYW6TYI959/image-asset.jpeg Italy Bellagio & Italian Lakes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456859023927-E9OGTZVK8W9O1RYRMNJD/wayne%40hillart.com Italy Italian Islands https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456861023637-FYUYCCJSEGN6ZT1AMHWG/06170_IT_Burano-Mosaic_1500px.jpg Italy The Venice Region https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456860000004-ANC8Z8OHHQACE1BG11U8/image-asset.jpeg Italy Rome https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456860333288-U39G97FDKPC6N4ZHBH0O/image-asset.jpeg Italy Tuscany & Florence https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456859630119-SGY2SY6N5OX6LRKDTO9Z/image-asset.jpeg Italy Portofino & Cinque Terre http://hillart.com/newhot-air-ballooning daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778569-VPFGT54BGLXI8I1BSY7L/05743_CO_Snowmass_Balloons_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Snowmass Balloons On an early summer morning, colorful balloons fill the sky, lifting off from a field near Snowmass Village in Colorado. Today would be a great day for you to go aloft with me. Image # 05743. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778106-2FVLCRAS7BG24TGRJ2CQ/06940_CA_Napa_Balloons_4845_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Balloons Over Napa Dawn arrives in Napa Valley, and soon after the sky is punctuated by colorful hot air balloons. The artist created this panorama from his balloon as he drifted peacefully south from Yountville toward the park near of the city of Napa. Champagne ahead! Image # 06940. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778330-OPPIUB2KIBBMBN29NVN2/07161_CA_Napa_Ballooning_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Rising Over Napa Which way should I look? Up above is this fascinating rotary patchwork abstract of yellows and blues. Yet down below, our balloon floats above the storied vineyards of Napa Valley. Image # 07161. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778559-K84OL80IXSKQ6HNGDCLE/07162_CA_Napa_20_Ballooning_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - California Horse Shadows The elongated shadows of ordinary horses become fascinating when lit by the sun at dawn. Image # 07162. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778690-XK9B6H93JLQMP0JF2L6T/07163_CA_Napa_Ballooning-3028_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Have a Great Flight! What a wonderful way to start any day! This balloon is directly over the Silverado Trail in Napa Valley, and the lucky passengers wish their flight would last for many hours. Image # 07163. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455803778805-V5P8RL4R5O516A7ZYM8X/35892_MD_Balloon-Top-Inflated_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Balloon Abstract I love hot air ballooning. I climbed inside this balloon just before it was launched, to record the vivid colors back-lit by the sunrise. Up, up and away! Image # 35892. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804024203-T9V1RIJEBOYDGIJE5OTI/35596_MD_Balloon_Launch_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Hare and Hound This was the launch site for another Hare and Hound race, on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Image # 35596. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804024753-WF5JLTIJNHWB7SUXMZC8/36482_VA_Inside-Balloon_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Inflation You've heard about inflation all your life. Here is what it actually looks like. Image # 36482. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804026058-CCOXLIQWMYVYTSK9CRAZ/36573_VA_HotAirBalloons_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Liftoff in Reston It is a great day to launch our balloons from Lake Fairfax Park in Reston, VA. Please join me! # 36573. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804026642-1MB8EQXQVK6L75Z9NX34/39045_VA_Hot-Air-Ballooning_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Catch the Hare One of the fun races in hot air ballooning is the Hare & Hound Race. The lead balloon has just launched - now it is up to the hounds to give chase. This was a race that began near Baltimore harbor, and ended for the artist on a yacht in the middle of the Chesapeake... You'll just have to ask me... Image # 39045. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804250526-3GTLO3E4B97PN1QKC7LV/36480_VA_Balloon_Launch_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Into the Blue This launch took place early one October morning in Millwood, Virginia. Image # 36480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455804261545-HDG2BRK3RBYWIO5JA0IY/36568_Balloon_Aloft_over_Reston_1500px.jpg Hot Air Ballooning - Up, Up & Away! The launch of this colorful balloon was the last hot air ballooning event from Lake Fairfax in Reston, VA. The artist enjoyed dozens of flights in this balloon. Image # 36568. http://hillart.com/newengland daily 0.75 2016-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113694947-2OOOH5QD8GG3B8ON2FV9/06000_UK_Castle-Combe-1500PX.jpg England - The bridge at Castle Combe This is regarded as the prettiest village in England. Most of these properties are hundreds of years old, including the prominent Roman Bridge. If you choose to own this large-format panoramic image, the artist will tell you a remarkable story about how this image was made. Image # 06000. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113719329-KU6RR3KXOMBAW5ZMWE15/06716_UK_Shaftesbury-Gold+Hill_1500px.jpg England - On Gold Hill This is the oldest part of the village in Shaftesbury, England. Most of these properties are hundreds of years old, including two houses with the traditional thatched roof. In the distance is a timeless tableau of the English countryside. Image # 06716. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113695600-E356D5FVUYPBALN5BXQW/06915_UK_ChewtonGlen-entrance_1500px.jpg England - Welcome to Chewton Glen Chewton Glen is England's loveliest country getaway, sitting serenely surrounded by immaculate gardens and barbered lawns, on the fringe of the historic New Forest, a 100-square-mile preserve put aside by William the Conquerer in the year 1079. Located near the Isle of Wight on the south coast, it is a relaxing escape from the rest of the world. Image # 06915. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113696070-N8QR4TTWL4QBOOONX6AK/06938_UK_08-04-F-18-Oxford-punts_1500px.jpg England - Oxford Punts A few yards from the historic Oxford campus, flat boats called punts are waiting for you to float on the river Thames. Movement is controlled by a pole, and the whole adventure is called "punting". Now you know. Image # 06938. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113696425-0CU7U1IO6ABHAMTMSU6A/06939_UK_08-04-F-20-Oxford-skiffs_1500px.jpg England - Oxford Skiffs A few yards from the historic Oxford campus, these colorful skiffs created a fascinating pattern that attracted the artist's eye. Rent one and enjoy the Thames. Image # 06939. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113697023-8HV2SPGR9RVVX47SDY1T/07496_UK_ManorHseHotel_CastleC_1500px.jpg England - The Manor House Hotel The Manor House Hotel in Castle Coombe is situated on a large pastoral estate, offers impeccable service and is known as a special destination all over the U.K. Image # 07496. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113698150-NNKYZZNYBQXHCU83RVLR/07498_UK_PhoneBooth-Ctswlds_1500px.jpg England - Classic Phone Booth This red booth is becoming very hard to find, as mobile phones have taken over the world. This one was happily living in the Cottswolds. Image # 07498. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113698795-R3GP9B2SDJFV8J8TWBZ6/07499_UK_Oxford-campus_1500px.jpg England - Courtyard at Oxford The campus at Oxford University looks just like you would expect it to look - dignified, traditional, manicured. Linger in the hushed sanctuary of this grassy quad. Image # 07499. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113699592-6MD21QUC6G59KB3JRVZW/07500_UK_Oxford-campus_1500px.jpg England - Welcome to Oxford Oxford has more than 30 campuses throughout the town, each with its own buildings, grounds, faculty and traditions. Walk through this entrance gate to Oxford University, and you will feel more intelligent. Go ahead... Image # 07500. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113701240-IM1ETAB7QS3NWLXIK2KP/07501_UK_Oxford-Door_1500px.jpg England - The Guilded Gate The gilded gate to Oxford University is very imposing. Do you have the key? Image # 07501. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113702232-ORA7W1CO06D536X0DTSZ/07502_UK_London-RollsRoyce_1500px.jpg England - The Rolls As I was walking through a nice residential section of London, I saw this classic car, and realized I should not even think about going near it. Image # 07502. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113703461-KIN597HCMTC6FH16IZ0Q/07503_EN_CastleCoombe-door_1500px.jpg England - Roses by the Door There is an elegance to the simplicity of this house front, located facing the stream in the village of Castle Coombe, in Wiltshire. Image # 07503. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113704036-TXKZA00NC5EFJUFVDZF5/07504_EN_Lords-of-Manor-UpperS-Cottswolds_1500px.jpg England - Lords of the Manor This large estate was turned into an upscale inn, known as Lords of the Manor in Upper Slaughter, in the Cottswolds. It was delightful, and would be spectacular for a wedding or large family reunion. Note the steep pitch of the roofs, to bear the weight of the stone tiles. Image # 07504. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113704958-1VM43ZZWLIEQ9ZAU7JNF/07505_EN_SwanHotel-Bibery_Ctswlds_1500px.jpg England - Bibery's Finest The Swan Hotel in Bibery is a highly recommended destination in the Cottswolds. The sound of the waterfall masks the sound of traffic, and the gardens are very inviting. Image # 07505. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113705618-7NV6Y8ZPLNO2258LS3LQ/07506_EN_Ctswlds-Street_1500px.jpg England - A Road in the Cottswolds Perhaps I am numb to the traffic around Washington, D.C., but this scene is beautiful! This is the main road in a tiny village in the Cottswolds. Do they even have a rush hour? Stone defines the Cottswolds region, and every one of these homes is built from stone. Image # 07506. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113706344-9THWWLZ2S6GM2W5QCMNL/07507_EN_ThatchRoof-Ctswlds_1500px.jpg England - Thatched Roof This old house in the Cottswolds was built when the only heat came from three chimneys, and the roof was the classic thatch. Image # 07507. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113707128-5SC5SQVKKYWXLMCZKW1O/07508_EN_Ctswlds-BigHouse_1500px.jpg England - A House in the Cottswolds For many people, the Cottswolds region is the essence of traditional England. Stone gives the region much of its character, and this lovely stone home attracted my eye because of the landscaping. I do not want to know how many rooms it has... Image # 07508. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113708441-C4V6JDHYKJB0HPEVVLWU/07509_UK_ThatchCottage-Ctswlds_1500px.jpg England - The Thatch Cottage There are very few cottages that still have a thatched roof. This style was used hundreds of years ago, and is very expensive to install and maintain. It sure caught my eye as I was walking in the Cottswolds. Image # 07509. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113710113-O68K6Y469OZWF4H6C84A/07510_UK_London-BigBen_1500px.jpg England - Big Ben Big Ben is the nickname for the Great Bell of the clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London. Image # 07510. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113711981-R27UOW58H21UIE5DPY1N/07511_UK_London-BigBen_1500px.jpg England - What time is It? London's Elizabeth Tower, commonly called Big Ben, is among England's most iconic landmarks. Each of the four dials is seven meters in diameter, and a special light above the clock faces is illuminated when Parliament in in session. Image #07511. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113712629-CZ4A5Y59VJDOTLO9P136/07512_UK_London-Bridge_1500px.jpg England - The London Bridge The London Bridge that spans the River Thames was the subject of the popular nursery rhyme "London Bridge is Falling Down". This is the latest in a series of bridges, and opened in 1973. Image # 07512. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113713673-PFNFZL2TPGJ6SB0OMD0A/07513_UK_London-Bridge_1500px.jpg England - On the London Bridge The London Bridge is more substantial when you are on it than it appears from a distance. I imagine the view from the top floor is impressive. Image # 07513. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113713915-FJH4VH4IBJKIVFFOBTM7/07988_UK_LakeCountry-bridge-9830_1500px.jpg England - Pelter Bridge in the Lake District The Lake District is generally serene, and this timeless arched bridge typifies the gentle tranquility of the beautiful region. Image # 07988. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113714614-IHG8DC81820QIDYNZ11W/07989_UK_LakeCountry-sheepscape-9796_1500px.jpg England - Sheepscape in the Lake District The only element in the Lake District that is more plentiful than sheep is ... the number of stones in the thousands of stone walls. The combination makes for a restful setting. Image # 07989. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113714910-8S2R3D6DPKK45J4IX7ZS/07990_UK_LakeCountry-lakescape-9873_1500px.jpg England - A Tree in Windermere This solitary tree provided just the artistic anchor I needed for this composition in the Lake District. Lovely soft light. Image # 07990. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113716173-MN1EE5U2AIEKZXBFWPXB/07991_UK-LakeCountry-lakescape_1500px.jpg England - Lake District Duckscape The boat house was placed into position. Soft light prevailed. All I needed was a center of interest. This handsome duck obliged, and I simply waited for it to swim into the right spot. Finally, a fine duckscape! Image # 07991. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113717588-BJ5R0QTPTX7AJHHA5PUA/07992_UK-LakeCountry-lakescape_1500px.jpg England - Lakescape in the Lake District I love the soft light of early morning, combined with calm or no breeze, to enhance the gentle mood of this lakescape. In this beautiful country, Wordsworth's poems are still very present to thoughtful minds. This is a great place to relax, recharge, take a cruise or take a hike. Image # 07992. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113718203-60CMAXDSW42A0Q5GS3A5/07993_UK-Hadrian%27sWall-9731_1500px.jpg England - Hadrian's Wall Begun in AD 122, the thick stone wall built by the Emperor Hadrian stretched across the rugged far north of England. It is a remarkable survivor from Roman Britain, where it protected Roman soldiers from invading tribes. Please do not mention this wall to Donald Trump. Image # 07993. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113718453-JNUWM4IFEE34AMKQUJU3/07994_UK_Brighton-huts-9964_1500px.jpg England - Brighton Huts Stretching along the Brighton beach are more than 100 of these brightly painted 8'x8' wooden huts. Each is owned by a family, and is used to store beach umbrellas, blankets and unruly children. If you are interested, there are usually one or two for sale. Image # 07994. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113718829-8ZTM1FB223RVDZRN7G6G/07995_UK_Hadrian%27sWall-9735_1500px.jpg England - Roman Relic Winding through the windswept Northumberland countryside, Hadrian's Wall is Britain's most important Roman relic. It once formed the northern frontier of the Roman Empire. Even today, as a ruin, the wall is an awe-inspiring structure stretching 73 miles from coast to coast. Image # 07995. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455113719152-FXTJMKEUYZQDJ2WSY5OB/08039_UK_LakeCountry-bull-9753_1500px.jpg England - Alpha Bull This is my field. Not yours. Any questions? Image # 08039. http://hillart.com/newbordeaux-dordogne daily 0.75 2017-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502740969510-30PSTU9IXIVGX9ETCJJV/08222_FR-BurgBarge-ApresTout-oncanal-3847_1450px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Apres Tout on the Canal de Bourgogne The Apres Tout delivers an over-the-top experience to six lucky guests who cruise on the Canal de Bourgogne. Wine tastings, tours of chateaus and wine cellars await. On board, guests are pampered by Caroline, the Cordon Bleu chef. See more on www.bargeaprestout.com. Magnificent memories await! Image # 08222. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741349439-5GB50OOTM1H6YABV8T8F/08223_FR-BurgBarge-ApresTout-canal-4144_1550px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Dawn Greets the Canal de Bourgogne One of the special treats for lucky guests aboard the luxury barge Apres Tout is to come to the top deck and see the dawning of another day. Armed with a fresh croissant and a cup of coffee, you just know it will be a wonderful day! Image # 08223. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741670997-J2GZI2C0XBI48EY2GBKS/08224-FR-BurgBarge-ApresTout-canal-3822_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Geometry of the Canal Gliding along the Canal de Bourgogne on the luxury barge Apres Tout, the artist was fascinated by these trees that begged to be photographed. So I did. Image # 08224. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741686990-YKGW7MJ0Z8HNL57JFTJQ/08225_FR-BurgBarge-ApresTout-canal-3826_1350px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Flowers along the Bank Soft light, soft colors, subtle trees lining the opposite shore of the Canal de Bourgogne: formula for a lovely walk as the luxury barge Apres Tout follow along to the next lock. Image # 08225. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741699930-1CB8D0M85Z49R52WAKGC/08226_FR-BurgBarge-lock-house-3864_1150px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Lock Keeper's House Near each of the dozens of locks along the Canal de Bourgogne sits a house which at one time was occupied by the lock keeper. This one is likely the prettiest of them all. Image # 08226. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130798750-5ZUFRB1A8DE4AZ6HR6IQ/06709_Ch-PhelanSegur-7237_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Chateau Phelan Segur This renowned winery is located west of Bordeaux in the left bank area near St. Estephe. Image # 06909. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130798759-UHO8OVB5PUW9FVQDXFRK/06710_Medoc-ChPalmer_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Chateau Palmer Chateau Palmer has an impressive chateau anchoring their left-bank Bordeaux vineyards, which produce highly respected wines. Image # 06710. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130799422-C7FPWJMYGQ88ZZZARN99/06714_FR_St-Emilion-Macarons_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Fabrique de Macarons St. Emilion is of one of the most traditional villages in Bordeaux. It is famous for its world-class Merlot, and secondarily for its macaron cookies baked while you watch. This shop had to re-stock after the artist finally moved on. Image # 06714. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130799317-N7M2MPF5VQM0E0WVXB19/06717_Bordeaux-ChHaut-Brion-2_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Chateau Haut-Brion This is the entrance to Chateau Haut-Brion, one of the most respected "first growth" wineries in the world. Located in the city of Bordeaux, it creates Cabernet-based wine on an "left bank" estate totally surrounded by the city. Image # 06717. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130799912-V6UYH96KV9A2UZRW367G/06718_Margaux-ChMargaux_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Approaching Chateau Margaux This is the imposing driveway leading to Chateau Margaux, one of the most respected "first growth" wineries in the world. Located in the Medoc region along the the "left bank" of the River Gironde. Ch. Margaux creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06718. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130800568-9IHXYRAH7NNY6N84C8IJ/06719_Margaux-ChMargaux-4_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Chateau Margaux This is the imposing Chateau Margaux, one of the most respected "first growth" wineries in the world. Located in the Medoc region along the the River Gironde. Ch. Margaux creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06719. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130800416-IV014FWXC9Y5TWMYJ8MB/06721_Margaux-ChMargaux-facilities-3_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Doors of Margaux These are the the nostalgic doors at Chateau Margaux, one of the most respected "first growth" wineries in the world. Behind these doors lie the barrel rooms and cellars of coveted wine. Located in the Medoc region along the "left bank" of the River Gironde. Ch. Margaux creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06721. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130800945-Q6CSTQ244S4149XAMBMW/06722_Pauillac-ChLafitteR-1_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Chateau Lafitte-Rothschild This is the imposing Chateau Lafitte-Rothschild, one of the most respectedBordeaux "first growth" wineries on Planet Wine. Located in the Pauillac region in the Medoc, close to the "left bank" of the River Gironde. Ch. Lafitte-Rothschild creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06722. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741762275-9K66WWAJIJVX5MMX0P6A/08229_Burg-Romanee-Conti-vineyards-horse-6636_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Plowing by Horse The vines of Romance-Conti are pampered, to produce the absolute finest Burgundy in the world. This handsome horse had no idea how special the vines are that it is passing. It's a job. Image #08229. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130801192-A4ELBG6K7SAEI0TO93GO/06723_Ch-Mouton-Roth-barrel-rm_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Barrel Room of Chateau Mouton-Rothschild This is the imposing Chateau Mouton-Rothschild, one of the most respected Bordeaux "first growth" wineries on Planet Wine. Located in the Pauillac region in the Medoc, close to the River Gironde in southwestern France. Ch. Lafitte-Rothschild creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. This is only one of the barrel rooms, near their amazing cellars. Image # 06723. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130801681-44E9E6RGYTXWHQ5EDLEX/06724_Ch-Pichon-Longueville_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Chateau Pichon-Longueville This chateau really looks old! Located on the left bank, it produces excellent cabernets, and slips under the radar dominated by the first-growths. Image # 06724. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130801794-J57S3C5PVIQAEVEJMRFG/06725_Pomerol-Petrus-grapes_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Lucky Grapes of Petrus Here are the ripe Merlot grapes at Chateau Petrus in Pomerol ("right bank"). This was one week before the crush in Bordeaux, and they sure look ready. Probably worth a Euro apiece! Image # 06725. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130802361-NWSQPZCILE5EWYDRTZVS/06726_Pomerol-Ausone-grapes_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Grapes of Chateau Ausone Here are the ripe Merlot grapes at Chateau Ausone in St. Emilion (Bordeaux, "right bank"). This was one week before the crush, and they sure look ready. What a regal future lies in store for these fortunate grapes! Image # 06726. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130802752-UXQE1MUXGSA9SV2RWYBC/06810_Bordeaux-L%27Intendent-wine-shop-1_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Bordeaux Wine Shop Many elements of the Bordeaux wine world are important. I discovered L'Intendant Grands Vins de Bordeaux, an amazing wine store in the city of Bordeaux. I was able to escape with a photograph instead of their wines that involved beaucoup euros! Image # 07264. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130802892-RVNIB00CC4D1HE8XWZGM/06910_St-Emilion-wine+shop_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Wine shop in St. Emilion I love early mornings. These historic shops will soon open and fill with locals and visitors. The artist felt safe window shopping for first growth wines as long as the shops were still closed. Image # 06910. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130803642-8YW9XSEBBWLPST63123V/06911_St-Emilion-cat_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Guard Cat of St. Emilion Wander the fascinating streets of St. Emilion in Bordeaux. Just behave, as you are being watched. Image # 06911. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130803973-IZJ69NA6YVQ2MTT5NNKD/06913_St-Emilion-street_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Early Morning in St. Emilion These historic cobblestone streets will soon fill with the traffic of locals and visitors. I felt safe window shopping for first growth wines as long as the shops were still closed. Image # 06913. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741711828-27VF3V579UBIVUM1HU95/08227_FR-Burg-Romanee-Conti-vineyard-6633_1450px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Liquid Gold Nearby The hallowed ground of Roman-Conti vineyards are surrounded by a subtle stone wall. No, I did not get to taste the wine, which is one of the most expensive wines in the world. Image # 08227. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741750662-ZYE3H6ABWW4HVZZ9N0QG/08228_Burg-Romanee-Conti-vineyards-horse-6639_1350px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Call Me Handsome This amazing work horse plows the rows between the vines in Romance-Conti. The finest wine in the world deserves a distinctive horse working to create the next vintage of liquid gold. Image # 08228. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130804872-R6N3Q4NLVKBYOBEY1D6O/06914_FR_St-Emilion-Grand-Barrail_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Bienvenu le Grand Barrail Near St. Emilion in Bordeaux, France, the aristocratic 19th-century Grand Barrail hotel rises from surrounding vineyards. The setting is almost as memorable as their cuisine in their Belle Epoque restaurant. More than meets the eye. Image # 06914. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130804141-HLVLQ8983PEUJ1FH8VYY/07033_DordogneBeynac-2_2678_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Beynac Bridge The Dordogne River flows gently past the village of Beynac. Castles are prominently located well above the river, and create a timeless feeling to this scene. Image # 07033. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130804686-2DUDHISYN20NBX76SWGV/07034_Beynac_0319_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Ready for a River Trip? The village of Beynac sits just above the Dordogne River. Take a boat ride on the river, and enjoy the medieval castles that float by. Image # 07034. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130806192-9YRHV133FFRSWCAPT21X/07105_FR_DordogneSarlat-rose_2639_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Rose of Sarlat This exquisite rose greeted the artist on his early morning walk in Sarlat. The street was empty, yet was filled with beauty. Image # 07105. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741786433-3AH2T43R6QAN2HATTFX4/08230_Burg-Dijon-courtyard-fntn-3319_1400px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Courtyard in Dijon Dijon is the political capital of Burgundy. Among the many beautiful and historic buildings is this courtyard with fountains. Keep going straight for two blocks to the historic mustard shops! Image # 08230. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741852068-A01A7BZK3H5LL9O6MDTM/08231_Burg-Dijon-mustard-shop-6584_1400px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Moutarde Maille This Dijon shop has been producing and selling mustard for 250 years! Too many varieties to taste, so repeat visits are recommended. Image # 08231. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502740798821-QX9DU2QB7X847URMA8MG/07136_FR_Versailles-28-Bacchus_2773_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Bonjour Bacchus Bacchus was the Roman god of wine. Also known as Dionysus, he became a symbol of the renowned French wine industry. Here he presides over a reflecting pool in the gardens of Versailles, oblivious to the cares of visitors. Is it wine o'clock somewhere? Image # 07136. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130806310-Y1KYK9WUPBOPD0MVPR9N/07140_DordogneBeynac-23_2685_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Castle in Beynac What an idyllic way to spend a summer morning! Floating on the Dordogne River and admiring the formidable castle presiding over the village of Beynac. The castle dates from the twelfth century and rises 150 meters above the river. Image # 07140. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130807190-7V802Q25SFCQDM828E3L/08040_Margaux-ChMargaux-facilities-2_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Production Buildings at Chateau Margaux Behind these walls lie the facilities to produce that delicious cabernet that is respected all over the world. Image # 08040. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455130807340-0FSY39VDGJ88WZ0G1PGT/08041_FR_St-Emilion-ChJeanFaure_1500px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Chateau Jean Faure This lovely boutique winery is in St. Emilion. I had a 2-hour private tasting with the winemaker - very impressive, since my French is pathetic. The wine prevailed! Image # 08041. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741863603-LUQJDIH85WH8IOH46KDJ/08232_Burg-Beaune-JDrouhin-cellars-6698_1400px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - The Cellars of Joseph Drouhin These cellars are impressive for their size and for their age. Known for exceptional Burgundy wines, the firm began more than 130 years ago, and is still in the center of Beaune, very close of the Hospices. Image # 08232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502741884616-R7KY6DD00CLCQCAGZMPN/08233_Burg-Abbaye-de-la-Bussiere-6721_1300px.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Abbaye de la Bussiere This is the stairway just inside the entrance to this Relais & Chateaux hotel located between Beaune and Dijon. It is historic, beautifully restored, and worthy of a visit. Image # 08233. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503435039213-SE9JWK636KJS696SPEHE/08285_FR-Burgundy-Beaune-JosephDrouhin-cellars-tasting-6712_3M.jpg Bordeaux, Burgundy & Dordogne - Private Tasting in the Joseph Drouhin Cellars These cellars are impressive for their size and for their age. Known for exceptional Burgundy wines, the firm began more than 130 years ago, and is still in the center of Beaune, very close of the Hospices. Image # 08285. http://hillart.com/newwyoming daily 0.75 2017-08-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032899963-OCXTVJL0DNSMVBV4KPO9/05846_Mt-Moran-Morning_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Mount Moran Morning Enjoy the sound of silence as a new day begins in the Grand Tetons. I love this bend in the Snake River, which perfectly frames Mount Moran. If you listen carefully, you might hear the bugle of an elk . . . Large-format panoramic image # 05846. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032900387-1WDIC66Q0T33TBYRZ914/05877_Grand-Tetons_1500px.jpg Wyoming - The Grand Tetons Sculpted by glaciers that wiped away the foothills, these Grand Tetons deliver breathtaking beauty. I love this classic view from the landing on the Snake River, where the Grand Tetons truly are grand. The quiet of dawn enhances one's respect for these soaring 7,000 foot mountains, among the most dramatic in America. Travel down the trail from here: trails without markers lead to bliss without boundaries. Image # 05877. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032900548-SRWMLGHOGVP8TVH9X3JP/05906_WY_Moulton-Barn_1500px.jpg Wyoming - The Moulton Barn The Grand Teton National Park gives many residents that "room with a view." This iconic barn is a nostalgic symbol of the rugged life the early Mormon settlers had, trying to make a living in this beautiful place. Image # 05906. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032901115-IKLQX8B5JL59E663AU73/05911_Don%27t_Fence_Me_In_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Don't Fence Me In The playful western song was ringing in my as I was looking for a foreground to the majestic Grand Tetons. Can you hear the lyrics? Image # 05911. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032901193-3RLH959KNAOG2L1UWGUL/06857_Magpie-on-gate-8957_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Magpie on the Gate This Black-billed Magpie acts rather important in guarding the gate on the Mormon farm. The spectacular backdrop behind this gate is Grand Teton National Park. What a view! Image # 06857. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032901649-2RI023B4K8OQGGJPB1WL/06858_Tetons-Outhouse-8958_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Grand Outhouse If this "one-holer" were mine, I would reverse its orientation, so that I could contemplate the Grand Teton National Park. And enlarge it for room enough for a tripod... Image # 06858. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032902265-51LYF6SB29NOGPWAMOIK/06859_Tetons-Mormon-Barn-8960_1500px.jpg Wyoming - The Mormon Barn in Fall The Grand Teton National Park gives many residents that "room with a view." This iconic barn is a nostalgic symbol of the rugged life the early Mormon settlers had, trying to make a living in this beautiful place. Image # 06859. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032902152-6RA8M821M6AEVYE9IGM6/06860_Jackson-Lake-8901_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Silhouette on Jackson Lake As the late afternoon sun descends behind Mount Moran, the waters of Jackson Lake become calm. This radiant back light is just one of the many moods of Grand Teton National Park. Image # 06860. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032902799-2B3RIXYKZMAF32PZIETD/06861_Tetons-Split-Rail-Fence-8985_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Split Rail Paradise This split rail fence in Grand Teton National Park is far more decorative than functional. While it will not restrict wildlife, it sure attracts artists. Image # 06861. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032902671-V138VSERH3IN147QAD6N/06863_Tetons-Bison-8990_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Bison and Mount Moran In and near Grand Teton National Park, several herds of bison graze on the ranches just east of the Grand Tetons. As large as the bison are, they are dwarfed by Mount Moran in the hazy distance. Image # 06863. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032903358-UZBXU73WC1KQGVSKQ44T/06865_GCanyon-Abstract-9159_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Grand Canyon Abstract The Yellowstone River eroded a deep chasm known as the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The steep sides of the canyon's walls express the park's complex geologic history with colored sandstone and occasional vegetation offer many treats for the artist's eye. There is also a sense of littleness as we try to comprehend the mighty architecture of nature. Image # 06865. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032933451-5L7T6TDTJLXCKPGZIXH8/06866_Perfect_S_Curve_1500px.jpg Wyoming - A Perfect S Curve The expansive Hayden Valley offers visitors lots of wildlife, and miles of open space with no hand of man. The Yellowstone River creates one of the finest examples of the classic "S curve" this artist has ever seen. Image # 06866. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032904369-J6OTJRNCC47X5QPZL57J/06867_YellowstoneLk-Smoke9240_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Smoke on the Shore The graceful hills on the eastern shore of Yellowstone Lake are softened by smoke from several fires. Fires are common in Yellowstone, often launched by lightning. Image # 06867. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032905335-08RE0KQCEKQVXNFW8BZX/06868_Lamar-Valley-9231_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Changing Seasons In the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone National Park, this colorful stand of Cottonwood trees are at peak color in late September, even though the bison nearby are unimpressed. The howl of wolves can often be heard in this remote valley, and they can sometimes be seen hunting. Image # 06868. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032905850-2SFD20UUFQ1NDNO1LBK8/06874_Bison-Yellowst-Lake-9203_1500px..jpg Wyoming - Bison by Yellowstone Lake Immerse yourself in the diverse wonders of Yellowstone National Park. This was America's very first National Park, an idea that has spread worldwide. Bison roam freely all over Yellowstone, and here provide a welcome foreground to Yellowstone Lake as they wander across the "front yard" of the Lake Village Lodge. Image # 06874. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032906202-MS74G2UOOQFNRURCB04S/36945_Oxbow-Bend-%26-Mt-Moran_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Oxbow Bend in October This is a classic view of the Snake River as it wanders south through Grand Teton National Park. Mount Moran is on the right in this peaceful image, made in the fleeting color before dawn. Not only are the fall colors performing, but so are the elk which I often hear bugling (courting) in the early morning. Wish you could be in the foreground? Image # 36945. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032906431-8PMVSWRL4G3F1FHJKVJP/36959_Sunrise-over-Snake_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Sunrise on the Snake Enjoy the sound of silence as a new day begins in the Grand Teton National Park. Bathed in pink light at sunrise, Mount Moran presides over this Wyoming dawn, even though it is technically not one of the four Tetons. Image # 36959. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032906790-X991JQURP3TBNRJYNS7S/37014_Night-Calm-Tetons_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Night Calm I sat in my car waiting for the light to drop off. Nearby was a photography class with about a dozen tripods. The leader said "well folks, there is no good light left - let's go grab a beer." About a half hour later, I made this image from the shore of Jackson Lake - conveying the power of the Grand Tetons. I love the stunning scenery of Grand Teton National Park, and this image removes all distraction from the strength of these iconic peaks. Funny how the greatest memories are often built on the simplest moments. Image # 37014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032907288-VK9VP1HQOZQ6XRQ8K2Q1/37065_Teton-Hay-Loaves_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Teton Hay Loaves I was hungry when he found this field northwest of Jackson, Wyoming, so I thought these baled haystacks looked very much like whole-grain bread loaves, with the world-class Grand Teton range in the background. Now, which way to the Bunnery for a treat? Image # 37056. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032907768-59JQIO7HFGB2L2TBRT2N/37178_The-Chief-Yellowst_1500px.jpg Wyoming - The Chief I met this giant bison in waist-deep snow near the Madison River in Yellowstone National Park. Despite the 20-below temperature, his powerful presence gave the artist all the adrenalin he needed to make this photograph and then move on! Image # 37178. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455032908542-K300D93ML9UW0HIRJQ4O/37311_GC-of-Yellowstone_1500px.jpg Wyoming - Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone In the northern part of Yellowstone National Park lies this dramatic chasm with a dazzling palette of reds and yellows. While it is much smaller than the "real" Grand Canyon, it stretches 20 miles and projects rugged beauty in the strata that reveal its formative process. Image # 37311. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503933647529-V3UJ5MQU9K1844QEVY0B/01987_WY_MormonBarn-snow_3M.jpg Wyoming - The Mormon Barn in Snow When the rest of the region is blanketed in white, the iconic barn stands out even more. It has done this for more than a hundred winters. Image # 01987. http://hillart.com/newpatriotism daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1563544126626-JUC2TU3CYS2JZ1MRO7LH/08406_DC-Apollo11-9810_3M.jpg Patriotism - Go for the Moon! This is a fitting way to honor the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing-and-return. The life-size, 363-foot image of a Saturn rocket is projected onto the 555-foot Washington Monument. What a brilliant way to commemorate this remarkable event! Image #08405, by Weetie and Wayne Hill. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817083474-WW351ONI98ZMRQVRM3C1/01189_VA_IwoJimaSunrise_1500px.jpg Patriotism - The Marine Memorial If you want a jump-start of American patriotism, there may be no better place to be than at Iwo Jima statue before sunrise. Image # 01189-R. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1461586879206-DS3H0EBAVVKXP9MGQFMP/04858_DC_Inaugural_Flags_1500px.jpg Patriotism - Inaugural Flags This is a dramatic view of the huge American flags that hang on the west front of the U. S. Capitol one day every four years, as the perfect backdrop for the Presidential Inaugural ceremony. Ask me to tell you the story behind this photograph... Image # 04858. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817084587-L9KCJ8HTI650OS00L0EW/08012_VT_PatrioticFence_1500px.jpg Patriotism - Patriotic Fence Soon after the unthinkable events of 9/11, a couple painted this flag on their fence as a silent statement of their love for America. More than fifteen years later, it still speaks: may God bless America! Image #08012. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817083730-O7VUD10BENYASRT8G4HB/07179_DC_VietnamMem_1500px.jpg Patriotism - Honor and Remember It is easy to get caught up in the activities and preparations around Christmas. The wreaths placed on each panel at the Vietnam Memorial are silent reminders of the service and sacrifice many thousands of service men and women made on our behalf. This image was made at dawn on Christmas Eve. Image # 07179. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817085763-E9DFDZ34PSNBCSOUCRTL/38121_DC_Vietnam-Mem_1500px.jpg Patriotism - Remember Vietnam Vietnam. It is a powerful name relating to a place, and to poignant memories for many who served in this war. I created this image to honor those who served (as I did during this turbulent time). Image # 38121. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817083932-E81EW724M9YVKK90C3UT/03697_VA_Arl_Amphitheater_1500px.jpg Patriotism - The Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetary Few places in metro Washington, DC are as impressive as the Amphitheater in Arlington National Cemetery during the Easter sunrise service. You will sense a dignified patriotism that supports the phrase, "In God We Trust". Image # 03697. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817083986-BNWX8GG7PYHK0LGWIFHH/07971_VA_ArlCem-9263_1500px.jpg Patriotism - Freedom is Not Free These miniature American flags are carefully placed in front of every one of the many thousands of tombstones, to remind us of the true meaning of Memorial Day. Image # 07971. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817084254-3PGJS34UIMKE3G0N9SK8/08013_VT_Pomfret-patriotic-barn_1500px.jpg Patriotism - Patriotic Barn As you drive along the scenic backroads north of Woodstock, Vermont, you might just come across this picturesque farms cape. I love the American flag, and immediately stopped to make this photograph. Image # 08013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817084708-TPKEK2EBJ3H35O3E2V2R/08014_VT_Goin-Fishin-patriotic-pond_1500px.jpg Patriotism - Patriotic Adirondacks This patriotic pond greeted me as I was driving on a back road south of Woodstock. What a great expression of love for America, in a whimsical way. And - look outside - today might just be a perfect day for you to go fishin'! Image # 08014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817085290-9MXIGGMRVJPUXY4J6YM5/36272_DC_Flag+over+Capitol_1500px.jpg Patriotism - Long May It Wave! I was inspired by the classic look of this crisp American flag flying above the east front of the U.S. Capitol. Image # 36272. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455817084831-8CLMY4O2XF3E11J3N06Y/08015_VT_Wdstck-Barn-Flag-1500px.jpg Patriotism - Vermonters Love America North of Woodstock, Vermont, the Golden Cow Barn is a pristine backdrop for this beautiful flag. Image # 08015. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1544449176323-N79LFQ6UKWNS2N6DZI9A/08371_NH_American-Flag-Sanbornton-8986_1500px.jpg Patriotism - Eloquence In rural New Hampshire, after the snow stopped, I found this strong statement of belief in how great America is and has been. Image #08371. http://hillart.com/newcanada daily 0.75 2016-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046110024-BT9G6UPRYWAVJVVOABGB/35343_CN_NS-Peggy%27s-Cove_1500px.jpg Canada - Dawn in Peggy's Cove The bait house in Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia is a compositional anchor in the most photogenic harbor in all of Canada. While often photographed in sunshine, I prefer the mood of early morning, with its frequent fog and gentle light. Do you hear the gulls? Image # 35343. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046107232-OWMS7SF0AJ0P5X7SR4K9/02383_CN_MaligneLake-Jasper_1500px.jpg Canada - Spirit Island on Maligne Lake In the Canadian Rockies east of Jasper, Maligne Lake sits surrounded by dramatic mountains. I traveled several hours by boat to reach tiny Spirit Island, located at the far end of the lake. This image was my reward. Image # 02383. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046107012-RB494ZYSDYD5AUFN2XIQ/0625CN_NS-ChesterBasin_1500px.jpg Canada - Chester Basin My grandfather Roy Whitman lived near here, in a rural part of Nova Scotia. These primary colors sure brighten an overcast day! Image # 06252. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046108295-4TYKI0DJPSE1CBLED6GM/06257_CN_NA_Peggy%27sCoveLight_1500px.jpg Canada - The Light at Peggy's Cove One of the iconic places in Nova Scotia is tiny Peggy's Cove, anchored by this famous lighthouse. Image # 06257. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046108298-CQKGE95C4RFKVGT961UX/06269_CN_NS_HarborMist_1500px.jpg Canada - The Harbor Mist This is Peggy's Cove, without the tour busses and tourists. Just the cove, a few fishing boats, and the Harbor Mist. Image # 06269. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046108906-VARTPLRS7ARSSIS3QGLF/06701_CN_Quebec-LaPerle_1500px.jpg Canada - La Perle I have found Old Quebec a charming area to visit. This excellent restaurant with its timeless facade lives in the shadow of the renowned Chateau Frontenac. Image # 06701. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046107916-L0JQNBG7EWRE2AZ2RQSD/02407_CN_Elk_BowValley_Banff_1500.jpg Canada - Handsome Elk In the Bow Valley north of Banff in the Canadian Rockies, the artist had two close encounters with beautiful elk. This was one. Image # 02407. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046109139-B8DZTSFGCZIVVFJYU2VS/08021_CN_ButchartGardens_1500px.jpg Canada - Butchart Gardens On Vancouver Island, north of Victoria, Butchart Gardens is one of the most beautiful gardens in the world. This gem was created by Jenny Butchart from an old quarry, and the lush flowers show their appreciation for the moist Pacific air. Beautiful by nature. Image # 08021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046109367-LDOSMQEYTQQIL25YJG7T/35251_CN_NS_Peggy%27sCove1978_1500px.jpg Canada - Done for the Day This old lobster boat may be done for the day, or done for good. She has served her master well. If you are a working boat, Peggy's Cove is the perfect place to relax. Image # 35251. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046109489-IFHIMV738HSWHNMARHPF/35252_CN_NS_Peggy%27sCove1978_1500px.jpg Canada - Down East Bait House The bait house in Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia is a compositional anchor in the most photogenic harbor in all of Canada. While often photographed in sunshine, I prefer the mood of early morning, with its frequent fog and gentle light. Do you hear the gulls? Image # 35252. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046109861-495FQ5RMPRBA1Z6NCBOE/35386_CN_NS-Peggy%27sCove1978_1500px.jpg Canada - Peggy's Cove Coastline This image shows the rugged coastal terrain near Peggy's Cove. While pretty to look at, these rocks are not friendly to boats. Image # 35386. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046110409-VOUQ4BOE9VHH1WJ9RY0L/36828_CN_Lake_Louise_1500px.jpg Canada - Lake Louise Lake Louise is a must-see destination in the Canadian Rockies. You will not be alone, but it is worth it. Make the gentle hike from the Chateau around the lake to have tea at the remote alpine tea house. Image # 36828. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046110644-JHBBTU0HS688O4ZQED7I/36829_CN_Emerald_Lake_1500px.jpg Canada - Morraine Lake Lake Louise is beautiful but gets most of the attention. Not far from Banff, Morraine Lake is smaller, more intimate, and is a lovely destination. Keep it our little secret. Image # 36829. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046110867-HNYLP9IJYIELBI9O88EO/36831_CN_JasperLake1985_1500px.jpg Canada - Jasper Lake Along the Icefields Highway north of Lake Louise in the Canadian Rockies, I viewed this graphic alpine lake framed by clearing clouds. The mirror surface was occasionally punctuated by a loon looking for breakfast. Image # 36831. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046111637-0NSLGROMM1GFTGAWQMA0/36894_CN_Jasper_Deer_1500px.jpg Canada - Meet a Local I was exploring a trail around a small lake near Jasper, when I saw this handsome local. He seemed unimpressed with me. Image # 36894. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046111328-8EQEYCVD0AAZXOIM0FTG/36901_CN_LakeLouise-flowers_1500px.jpg Canada - Flowers at Lake Louise I was a bit frustrated by the soft light on the distant mountains and the lake, so was delighted to work these flowers into the foreground. Image # 36901. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046112003-W7WNE4RELCQKODG356RZ/36936_CN_MorraineLake_Jasper_1500px.jpg Canada - Morraine Lake This is one of my favorites of all the lakes in the Canadian Rockies. In the center of the awe-inspiring Valley of the Ten Peaks, Morraine Lake was chosen to appear on the back of the Canadian $20 bill, so it has been a favorite of Canada as well. Image # 36936. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046112383-M3GANBAZ7SMXCUMOBFWC/37182_CN_Jasper-icefields_1500px.jpg Canada - Jasper Peak In the Canadian Rockies, west of the unforgettable Icefields Parkway between Banff and Jasper, this rugged peak testifies to the dramatic terrain in that region. On the Columbia Icefields nearby, the mass of glacial ice is over 1,000 feet thick, and is surrounded by waterfalls, rushing rivers, imposing cliffs and snow-capped peaks like this one. Image # 37182. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455046112523-TA7ZD06DERP1AU5VKII4/39107_CN_NS_Peggy%27sCove_1500px.jpg Canada - Homemade This small working lobster boat was a well-built hull, on top of which was built a small enclosed cabin for the many mornings that are cold and rainy. The softness of this light belies the harshness of the job the boat is meant to do. Image # 39107. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459179035059-GHD0S8PY0NTRPGTE7A2A/08141_CN_Vancouver-skyline-_1500px.jpg Canada - Vancouver Skyline This outdoor-oriented city is in the far southwestern corner of Canada, very close to the ocean and majestic mountains. Image # 08141. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1459179279982-5TWXWANZV8N72K8GRQF9/08024_CAN_PeggysCoveNS_1500px.jpg Canada - Miss Peggy's Cove The blue working lobster boat on the left enjoys a prominent spot in the tiny harbor, and loves to the photographed. Image # 08024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503685018360-0X2H9F7K0IQ7DMO3J9XW/08292_CAN_ButchartGardens_3M.jpg Canada - Waterfall at Butchart The world-renowned Butchart Gardens deserve their reputation. This is the Ross Fountain, one of several water features. This is one of the top reasons to visit Vancouver Island. Image # 08292. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503685423891-9WMSLHBTPJZG3RUUFP8J/08293_CAN_ButchartGardens-502D18_3M.jpg Canada - Butchart Gardens This magnificent garden began as a limestone quarry on Vancouver Island, and was completed in 1921. The ever-changing gardens have a Sunken Garden, Italian Garden, and water features. Image # 08293. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503943673201-45STJ2GVSR7SIR6DUA7S/08295_CAN_VancouverIsl-Butchart_3M.jpg Canada - In the Sunken Garden This magnificent garden began as a limestone quarry on Vancouver Island, and was completed in 1921. The ever-changing gardens have a Sunken Garden, Italian Garden, and water features. Image # 08295. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1529418599653-9L21DMR1PEQE2QFNC00M/08360_CAN_Emerald-Lake-8363_4M.jpg Canada - Dawn at Emerald Lake This intimate lake is truly a gem. Walk around it, canoe on it, sit beside it - and inhale the balsam fragrance along with the tranquility. Image # 08360. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1688479198945-8ZCEZ5DLNZ2QN381VL3Y/BP-FB-08361_CAN-Peyto-Lake-6547_670px.jpg Canada - Peyto Lake Peyto is a glacier-fed lake in Banff National Park. This image was made in June from the Canadian Icefields Highway. It sure looks blue - or foxy - what do you think? Image #08361. http://hillart.com/newrome daily 0.75 2016-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289588901-2KERKIHRCIHT8PVC4DW8/04682_IT_Rome-CastelloStAngelo_1500px.jpg Roma - Castello Sant'Angelo Rome projects a vivid sense of history in this image, with the Ponte Sant'Angelo leading to the Castello Sant'Angelo. Image # 04682. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289588189-CWQEOQ3NZDGDLQEY1JTX/07218_IT_Rome-SpanishSteps3662_1500px.jpg Roma - The Spanish steps The fabled Spanish Steps and the Fontana della Barcacia, built in 1627. Image # 07218. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289588716-7GYZGMNG9N7KJ8U8FFIE/07219_IT_Rome-Trevi-Fntn_1500px.jpg Roma - Trevi Sculptures The Trevi Fountain is one of the most popular destinations for tourists. Arrive at dawn and you will have the sculptures all to yourself. An amazing amount of work, completed in 1453. Image # 07225. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289588893-MS2DXFTTX3Q71ON4KT0M/07220_IT_Rome-Vittoriano_1500px.jpg Roma - Vittoriano The Altare della Patria (Altar of the Fatherland) is an impressive monument built in honor of the first kind of a unified Italy in 1885. Image # 07220. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289589239-8JLPN2KM0TRGP32SJX0T/07221_IT_Rome_veggies13_1500px.jpg Roma - Verdura A day of cooking in Rome begins at the farm market in Campo di Fiore. Wonderful veggies! Image # 07221. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289589091-OQBANXM800C2A7NWOAE7/07222_IT_Rome-Castel_1500px.jpg Roma - The Castello Sant'Angelo The Castello Sant'Angelo was built by Hadrian in AD 130. He was the same guy who built the stone wall all across England! Image # 07222. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289589464-RJDLXKIT257MXRBE2TGY/07223_IT_Rome-Castel_1500px.jpg Roma - Statues on the Ponte Impressive statues line the bridge across the Tiber, leading to the Castello Sant'Angelo. Image # 07223. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289589446-G384PTSDBTPROST23YWR/07224_IT_Rome-PonteVittorio_1500px.jpg Roma - Ponte Vittorio An early morning walk along the Tiber River in Rome will lead to the elegant Ponte Vittorio. Image # 07224. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455289589606-ZJ4JMV0SRL14U88JZ3EJ/07227_IT_Rome-Veggies_1500px.jpg Roma - Pomodori In the farm market in Campo di Fiore in Rome, there are at least 8 varieties of tomatoes, each with a chef-preferred purpose. Image # 07227. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458071554503-UF1H8IJAY3ISHXX09C4Q/04653_IT_Rome-Vatican-SistineChapel_1500px.jpg Roma - The Sistine Chapel While the Sistine Chapel in the official residence of the Pope in Vatican City is impressive, most of us make the long journey through dozens of other art-filled rooms just to see the ceiling. Today is is the room in which the conclave of bishops selects a new pope, under this remarkable ceiling painted by Michelangelo more than 500 years ago! Image #04653. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502990732747-MAC29HGHXZXJY7Y972ZL/08242_IT_Rome-nuns_3M.jpg Roma - Five Nuns They were walking across the Piazza della Rotonda. Where were they going? Who was their leader? We will never know... Image # 08242. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502990986337-SJGF8DD3R53N1B6LBDMP/08243_IT_Rome-colesseum_3M.jpg Roma - The Colosseum Here is most of a wall of the 55,000 seat Colosseum, built in 72 AD to stage gladiator spectacles. Image # 08243. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502991090418-4M3ML2L17J2THYGQYQ2Y/08244_IT_Rome-colesseum_3M.jpg Roma - The Grand Arch at the Colosseum The Colosseum, built in 72 AD, was ancient Rome's political and legal center. Very impressive! Image # 08244. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503588876159-DGR330I81XQLUX8V534M/04667_IT_Trevi_Fountain_3M.jpg Roma - Trevi Fountain - Dry The Trevi Fountain is one of the most popular destinations for tourists. Arrive at dawn and you will have the sculptures all to yourself. I did that - only to find them cleaning it, with no water flowing. An amazing amount of work, completed in 1453. Image # 04667. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503588957650-4LZ7GVVXV7114PII5W8L/07217_IT_Rome-Pantheon_3653_3M.jpg Roma - The Pantheon The Pantheon was an early Roman temple, and is now a church. It is prominent on the Piazza della Rotunda. Image # 07217. http://hillart.com/newportugal daily 0.75 2022-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666359174104-VOXLNPAST8XAEVZM11PV/08527-Sandeman-Seixo-tasting-4381_558px.jpg Portugal - Ready for a Port Tasting Here are four great reasons for you to sit on the Sandeman terrace, and look down at the vineyards and Douro River. And taste these different ports. Image #08527. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358327462-EI7CJQ2WIP16DKAPOUQT/08532-Quinta-da-Pacheco-our-barrel-1795_520px.jpg Portugal - Wine Barrel at Quinta da Pacheca What a unique way to sleep in a vineyard! It features a round queen bed and a full bathroom. Image #08532. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358343514-LPBX0AXT4K23B63M2F8E/08531-Quinta-da-Pacheco-our-barrel-4356_542px.jpg Portugal - Inside the Wine Barrel What a unique way to sleep in a vineyard! It features a round queen bed and a full bathroom. The vineyard is six feet away. Image #08531. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358194085-2GR4CRHYIEAOK8FP6CXV/08520-Porto-rabelo+boat-1558_477px.jpg Portugal - The historic Rabela For hundreds of years, wines in barrel were transported on Rabelas down the Douro River to Porto, to be fortified into port. These sail-powered historic boats carried heavy barrels down the river filled with rapids. Image #08520. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558145879-Q45844ZIKQHL4JJUPBN0/07046_Ferragudo_boat_1500px.jpg Portugal - Boat for Sale What a colorful boat anchored the small harbor at Ferragudo. And it is for sale! "Senor, I give you a good price!" So, are you willing to wade through the mud to check it out? Image # 07046. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558146209-4ZEWI5TXV0D8NHS2QD09/07047_Ferragudo-blue-door4_1500px.jpg Portugal - Blue Door in Ferragudo I loved this corner of the village of Ferragudo. Image # 7047. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558146618-LGEY367HIJW0DLA578AE/07048_Ferragudo_door5_1500px.jpg Portugal - The Open Door Go ahead... walk through the open door in Ferragudo village to the intimate courtyard within. Image # 07048. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558146632-GWYO1F7GB4YYL8ZJEQOS/07049_Ferragudo_door7_1500px.jpg Portugal - Brown Door in Ferragudo Imagine the stories of life behind these large wooden doors... Image # 07049. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358290694-OELM5ZJKRSOA1O4Y36KO/08525-Porto-Muu-Rose-decanting-wine-1651_568px.jpg Portugal - Would you like your wine decanted? At the amazing MUU restaurant in Porto, Rose will happily decant your wine. This is the finest restaurant in the city. Image #08525. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358259895-AO9L3ZW4CM60OPN066T7/08523-Porto-city-from-Gaia-4212_558px.jpg Portugal - The Rabela boats and the Bridge Looking down on the Gaia shorefront, the rabela boats are lined up for pedestrians to enjoy. Image #08523. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666359427460-VKN27XU6BO8U94YVS0TP/08521-Porto-city-dusk-4245_514px.jpg Portugal - Dusk on the Porto Waterfront As the sun descends into evening, stroll the restaurants that line the wide sidewalk. What a great time for a port and dinner. Image #08521. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558147526-D47FA4AMWWK60IBE1A2X/07050_Lisbon_building3_1500px.jpg Portugal - Estacio do Rossio Facing the main square in central Lisbon are numerous government buildings, adorned with ornate treatments around their doors and windows. This is the beautiful train station, the Estacao do Rossio. Image # 07050. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558147480-BF8R1K2Z0HVGU2A329D1/07051_Lisbon-man_1500px.jpg Portugal - The Thinker On a cobble-stoned street corner deep within the Alfana district, this man was contemplating life while enjoying his morning coffee. What was he thinking? Image # 07051. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558148140-KWCFP2FPXD2806RYYHEM/07052_PO_Lisbon-skyline1_1500px.jpg Portugal - The Lisbon Skyline Lisbon is a large city spreading outward from the historic center along the Tagus River. The city is carefully planned with 18th-century elegance. Image # 07052. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558148436-7PGZ84ORYZO2K15ZMLZM/07053_Lisbon_statue2_1500px.jpg Portugal - Dom Joao Lisbon has a magnificent collection of impressive statues, including this one honoring the former king of Portugal Dom Joao I. Image # 07053. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558148666-EM9XO39O03JP36J8YSQF/07054_Lisbon-Magellan-statue7_1500px.jpg Portugal - Magellan Lisbon has a magnificent collection of impressive statues, including this one honoring the explorer Ferdinand Magellan. Image # 07054. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558148968-8N2ZHBU04JZKN10H5E89/07056_Lisbon_building5_1500px.jpg Portugal - The Statue Lisbon has a magnificent collection of impressive statues, including this one on top of a ceremonial gate in the Praca do Comercio. Image # 07056. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558150457-X6KLITMGUXIC8U40YQSV/07057_Lisbon-statue13_1500px.jpg Portugal - Founding Father This statue honors the priest who was used his position to help Lisbon for many years. Image # 07057. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558151128-TRISBD7X9B4VN0BKDUHC/07058_Portimao_lighthouse_1500px.jpg Portugal - Sunrise in Portimao This was the view as our ship arrived at dawn at the harbor in Portimao. Image # 07058. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558151064-ZBTPJE41POUGYETKH1JC/07059_Portimao-marina_1500px.jpg Portugal - Portimao Marina This is the orderly marina in Portimao, conveniently situated between the town to the right and the ocean to the left. Image # 07059. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455558152165-DPCD957J0DE85VPXM64E/07060_Soller-gate_1500px.jpg Portugal - Soller Gate This classic gate in the ancient village of Soller invites you to peek inside. Image # 07060. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358242707-CDOZPV2FL40Q1IB2DTXX/08522-Porto-city-from-Gaia-4210_450px.jpg Portugal - Porto from Gaia Porto is a substantial city, extending up the hill beyond the waterfront. Image #08522. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358274551-TIGCIVKAL5EJQRGE13MO/08526-Gaia-Art-rabbit-4218_527px.jpg Portugal - The Art Rabbit In the maze of streets in Gaia, there is a remarkable rabbit waiting to be admired. At least 40’ high, you should do it. Image #08526. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358308562-FHV71QDVXXTRC1YMC3LK/08533-vineyards+%26+DuoroRiver-4347_578px.jpg Portugal - The Steep Banks of the Douro River Terraced vineyards on both sides of the river contribute to the beauty of the region. Image #08533. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358358012-SRONOT6YXY79RMBFWY50/08529-Quinta-da-Pacheco-sunset-4384_549px.jpg Portugal - Sunset at Quinta da Pacheca Amazing sunsets happen here, creating a dramatic finale to a fine day near the Douro River. Image #08529. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666358371052-9XWSVEYOJ9QFBCBW8A2E/08530-Sandeman-Seixo-DouroRiver-1844_527px.jpg Portugal - The Douro from Sandeman's The Sandeman Seixo winery overlooks the Douro River. Notice the prolific vineyards on both sides of the river. Image #08530. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1666361163109-TYK28D44734VBP9K23QN/08528-Amarante-vineyards-1914_513px.jpg Portugal - The Vineyards at Amarante Just above the Duoro River, the Amarante vineyards cover the terraces as the harvest time approaches. Image #08528. http://hillart.com/newgermany-1 daily 0.75 2016-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396897684-45SZOM892G4N7II2AOD1/06950_Cologne_cathedral_night_5506_1500px.jpg Germany - The Cologne Cathedral The magnificent 13th century cathedral in Cologne has one of the finest Gothic interiors of any in the world. It contains remarkable medieval stained glass. The two 510-foot high west spires were only added in 1880. Image # 06950. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396898282-XWETIU5KWO1XK4QL8TT6/06951_GR_Hdlbrg_rest30x40sig_5368_1500px.jpg Germany - Menage a Trois After you have walked through the historic center city of Heidelberg, it surely is time for bratwurst and a cold beer. Your table is waiting. Image # 06951. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396898637-2UA7R7ED2436CNL9M1XX/06979_Cologne_buildings5_5474_1500px.jpg Germany - A Corner in Cologne In historic Cologne, one intersection has an interesting building on each corner. Here was the artist's favorite of the four. Image # 06979. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396898758-OP1PF8PWAQ9GWRHLMKKQ/06980_Castle-on-Rhine7-5442_1500px.jpg Germany - Castle on the Rhine The imposing Burg Sooneck castle was formerly an abbey destroyed in the 13th century, and has given its grounds to terraced vineyards, sloping down to the Rhine River. Image # 06980. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396899139-7KQVR3JU5L99IQHM7JSG/06981_Castle_on_Rhine10_5430_1500px.jpg Germany - The Burg Stahleck Castle On the south side of the Rhine sits the Burg Stahleck castle which has given its grounds to terraced vineyards, sloping down to the Rhine River. Mentioned in literature in the 12th century and blown up by the French in 1689. It is now a hotel, surrounded by lush vineyards. Image # 06981. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396899426-Z60MSGARRHP4RJ61QW7U/06982_Heidelberg_skyline_5_5378_1500px.jpg Germany - Heidelburg Skyline Heidelberg is a great walking city, and its skyline is compressed in this view from across the river. Image # 06982. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396899792-FGPGJZD5DEDYW8JKPKJ1/06983_Heidelberg_skyline_6_5377_1500px.jpg Germany - Skyline of Heidelberg The renaissance castle high on the hill above Heidelberg dominates the skyline. Built over 200 years starting in the 16th century, it features a huge wine barrel. The first "big barrel" in the cellar of Heidelberg Castle was built in 1591. Today's tourist attraction, the barrel built in 1751, is even bigger: More than nine yards long and eight yards high, it has a capacity of 55,345 gallons of wine. In former times, the wine growers had to pay their share of taxes by delivering wine to the castle. Image # 06983. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396900072-3NNUE4F5TMNVPI5J0W7W/06984_Heidelberg_skyline_9_5355_1500px.jpg Germany - View from the Castle From the medieval castle high above Heidelberg, the skyline of the city is primarily rooftops. The first "big wine barrel" in the cellar of Heidelberg Castle was built in 1591. Today's tourist attraction, the barrel built in 1751, is even bigger: More than nine yards long and eight yards high, it has a capacity of 55,345 gallons of wine. In former times, the wine growers had to pay their share of taxes by delivering wine to the castle. Heidelberg is a great walking city. Image # 06984. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396900642-F32U1SWENICQSX0T0J5P/06985_Heidelberg_apotheke_5387_1500px.jpg Germany - The Apotheke The Lowen Apotheke has a classic German facade. Image # 06985. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396900566-NJ0H7JVC75RS0E64ZYQU/06986_Heidelberg_hotel_5385_1500px.jpg Germany - Hotel in Heidelberg The classic front of a Heidelberg hotel is sure inviting. Image # 06986. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396901057-RFAIO2GS4ZYNOSKV1G1V/06987_Ruedesheim_vineyards14_5413_1500px.jpg Germany - Ruedesheim Vineyards This is the Ehrenfels ruins, built early in the 13th century as a customs fort. The treasures of the Mainz cathedral were stored here in the middle ages; it was destroyed in 1689. The steeply terraced vineyards near Ruedesheim lead downhill to the Rhine. Ancient castles all along the Rhine still supervise the ripening of grapes. Image # 06987. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396901188-GWBLXULUMZFUP85F4Q29/06988_Ruedesheim_vineyards15_5410_1500px.jpg Germany - Castle and Vineyards The Rhine Gorge has dozens of impressive castles, most surrounded by Riesling vineyards. This is the Furstenberg castle near Bacharach, Germany, Its impressive stone walls were built to manage the steep terrain. Image # 06988. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396902156-2E2OUDDW30PTFLX6BA3E/06989_Ruedesheim_vineyards12_5419_1500px.jpg Germany - The Terraces at Ruedesheim Imagine the work to create these stone terraces, and then the challenge of managing the vineyards on them. Image # 06989. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396902224-LLW2RH9ODNEI9IWLPY6C/06990_Ruedesheim_vineyards6_5467_1500px.jpg Germany - Working the Vines The next time you enjoy a dry German Riesling, think about the many hours of labor to prune and groom the vines long before harvest. Image # 06990. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396903177-N02EX7TV540I5ZWPW713/06991_Ruedesheim-vineyards17-5404_1500px.jpg Germany - Geometry of the Vines Here in ingenious use of rugged terrain near Ruedesheim. Vineyards take advantage of excellent drainage as they approach the harvest. Image # 06991. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396903151-Y75G2G9RXA9Q5NQCJAVI/06992_Rhine_scene15_5497_1500PX.jpg Germany - Along the Rhine The variety of buildings along the Rhine is fascinating. This hotel faces the river and is backed by vineyards. The "615" refers to the metric distance from the beginning of the Rhine in Lichtenstein, as it flows through northern Germany through the Netherlands to the North Sea. Image # 06992. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396903387-QGXUGA066P63JN4SGNAN/07376_Passau49-castle_1500px.jpg Germany - Old Passau Castle How old does a castle have to be before it can be called old? This restored castle sits high above the Danube - the date shows it was actually built in 1499. Image # 07376. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396903625-ODX2EMS190X43UQ8XC8D/07377_Passau47_passage_1500px.jpg Germany - Passage in Passau These gentle steps invite you to explore, to see what lies ahead in charming Passau. Image # 07377. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396903660-VD0X2294M25BHB5R5X4D/07378_Passau33-shop_1500px.jpg Germany - Gift Shop in Passau If this shop in Passau does not have the Bavarian souvenir you seek, you don't need it. Image # 07378. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396904099-N0WIQG562DQA5K4MRWR5/07379_Passau-organ-pipes_1500px.jpg Germany - The Pipes of Passau The architectural center of Passau is St. Stephan's, a 13-century Italian Baroque cathedral. With more than 17,000 pipes, the cathedral's organ is thought to be the largest in Europe. Image # 07379. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396903975-KRSWKKUHF8T0U4UCV0WT/07380_Passau12-river_1500px.jpg Germany - Along the River Inn Passau sits between the Danube and the River Inn above and is subject to floods. See the flood line on the white watch tower and imagine the devastation raging rivers deliver. Image # 07380. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396904242-CK55C5M75VIFWHJSVW5H/07381_Passau5-pension_1500px.jpg Germany - Pension in Passau This is the view along the Danube that invites you on an early morning walk before the fog lifts. Image # 07381. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396904425-NWKPIV05JW1XNO92DXXS/07382_Passau1-castle_1500px.jpg Germany - Castle on the Danube Imagine the novel you could write if you were staying in a corner "suite" of this ancient castle adjacent to the Danube, enveloped in fog and history. Image # 07382. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396904667-UJUSC4VFCZ0I3K4ISREZ/07383_Regensbg-13-toy-bears_1500px.jpg Germany - The Bears of Regensburg This was my favorite window display in Regensburg. I would have bought the whole thing if I could have taken it as carry-on. Image 07383. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396905022-M81IXQAALS1XXTLOLU5M/07384_Regensbg-7buildings_1500px.jpg Germany - Pastels in Regensburg Regensburg is close to Prague and is the northernmost point in the Danube River. It is a walkable, picturesque village. Image # 07384. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396905363-F6WN70XWM3WBUG9LKVAT/07385_Regensbg-3a-clock-tower_1500px.jpg Germany - The Clock Tower in Regensburg World War II left Regensburg largely undamaged. There are numerous historic buildings that are clustered near the classic clock tower. Image # 07385. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396905744-Y2BFU4PNKFBU8LOWIH0G/07386_Regensbg-2-bldgs_1500px.jpg Germany - Regensburg on the Danube These buildings all back up to the Danube and are the first view you see crossing the footbridge over the river. Image # 07386. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396905963-V7JKP5SH7KUVWPFQJCO5/07398_Ruedesheim_hotel_5396_1500px.jpg Germany - Ruedesheim Village Ruedesheim is very a walkable village with the vineyards very close by. Image # 07398. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396906003-DR3TXM3A4QOD4K3KGRBX/07593_MU_Hofbrauhaus-6270-band_1500px.jpg Germany - The Hofbrauhaus Munich is proud of its numerous breweries, beer gardens, festivals and beer halls - the most famous of which is the Hofbrauhaus. This noisy place has been lively since 1808. Their glasses are the largest in Munich, and so are the crowds of tourists. Image # 07593. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396906756-A72DS89X3BWWX4OAKHLP/07594_MU_Schleissheim-6229_1500px.jpg Germany - The Schleissheim Palace Dating from the 1500's, this classic palace in Oberschlossheim has extensive gardens and a very large complex of buildings. Image # 07594. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396906336-5O0SNQSQKQMVLHC8BADP/07595_Oberammergau_street-6266_1500px.jpg Germany - Oberammergau Village The Bavarian town of Oberammergau has become famous for hosting its passion play every ten years. Many of the storefronts have excellent paintings on their walls honoring aspects of this religious production. Image # 07595. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396906509-4M1FFWTUELIXPN80OAF3/07596_Oberammergau_theater-3994_1500px.jpg Germany - The Oberammergau Passion Play This is the front of the open-air theater that hosts the world-renowned production by town inhabitants once every ten years. In 1633, the region suffered from the ravages of the bubonic plague. The residents vowed that if God spared them from this deadly disease, they would produce a play honoring the life and passion of Jesus. First produced in 1634, it is now offered over five months in every year ending in zero (the next production will be in 2020). Image # 07596. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396906760-0S55EFP1QH2A6T7KFCT4/07597_Neuschwanstein_1500px.jpg Germany - Neuschwanstein Castle This is perhaps the most famous castle in the world, and was the model for Disney's Magic Kingdom. Started in 1869 by King Ludwig II, it was never completed. Located near Fussen, it is built on the side of a rugged mountain, and is well worth your visit (and you will not be alone). Image # 07597. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396907075-9U3AJXUFPXC28ZWKMJGJ/07598_Neush.-Marien.view-6347_1500px.jpg Germany - Like a Fairy Tale Shy King Ludwig II wanted to build this amazing castle to allow himself to withdraw from public life. Ironically, more than a million visitors come to the Neuschweinstein refuge every year. So much for good intentions. Image # 07598. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396907098-7TKTZ5VP6JF4BL73IZPX/07599_Hohenschwangau7-6308-room_1500px.jpg Germany - Hohenschwangau The Hohenschwangau Castle was completed in 1837 as the hunting residence of King Maximilian. His son King Ludwig lived there while he was building his own castle nearby, the more famous Neuschwanstein. Image # 07599. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396907238-8VUVVPS9CNKXVF5M8IB0/07600_Zugspitze-4189-view_1500px.jpg Germany - The view from the Zugspitze The Zugspitze is the highest mountain in Germany, at 9700'. Located near Garmisch on the border between Germany and Austria, on a clear day you can see four countries. Have lunch at the top and enjoy the remarkable view. Image # 07600. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396907295-T8UOI6WBPNF0HTS1KAZD/07601_Garmish-6391-store_1500px.jpg Germany - Garmisch Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a resort town in the mountains of southern Bavaria. Skiing, outdoor sports and platinum credit cards abound here. This town hosted the Winter Olympics in 1936. Many buildings show excellent paintings on their walls. Image #07601. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396907631-VMY3NNJ2MCKAU72A8QFA/07602_Rothenburg-building-6420_1500px.jpg Germany - The Prettiest Pharmacy I cannot imagine a more beautiful apothecary shop! This one is in medieval Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Image # 07602. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396907654-2RVG9Q7TFS92I4R0XKL3/07603_Rothenburg-plaza-6555_1500px.jpg Germany - Coffee on the Square This Cafe faces the central marketplace in old Rothenburg. It is a great spot to people-watch. Oh, and the coffee and pastries are excellent as well. Image # 07603. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396907945-YONYA97FQ2Z0FI3I1BP9/07605_Rothenburg-Y_1500px.jpg Germany - If You See a Fork in the Road, Take It Part of the Romantic Road in southern Germany, this spot conveys medieval Rothenburg at its best. The town dates from about 1100 AD, and has had a variety of rulers. Now, tourism rules - in another hour these streets will be filled with visitors. Image # 07605. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396907890-N2PLD6UF8WQUHT6D8GXT/07608_Berlin-BbgGate-6876_1500px.jpg Germany - Dramatic Gate Look at this important symbol of Berlin. It invites you to pass through the gate several times. Well worth the time! Image # 07608. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396908006-KH2HIJJMAXQLG35YX0TB/07609_Berlin-BbgGate-6934_1500px.jpg Germany - The Brandenburg Gate The Brandenburg Gate is an 18th-century triumphal arch that has become the iconic symbol of Berlin. This is a powerful place if you can get here before the crowds. The American Embassy is just off to the left, and Starbucks is behind you on the right... did I say early? Image # 07610. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396908050-JR3JKCJXOXV07F2BPKES/07610_Berlin-BbgGate-6924_1500px.jpg Germany - The Gate at Dawn The Brandenburg Gate is a truly impressive structure - by day or at night. While it is often surrounded by crowds and tour buses, it was all mine at 5am. After I finished my martyr duty, I did notice an open Starbucks two minutes away from my tripod... Image # 07609. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396908119-S1ODLYAI5LU9XQDP3KGE/07611_Berlin-BbgGate-6940_1500px.jpg Germany - Triumphal Sculpture These horses anchor the top of the imposing Brandenburg Gate. It was built by King Frederick William II of Prussia as a symbol of peace, and completed in 1791. Image # 07611. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396908179-2NLZYXVSAFKNTY18NWX1/07612_Berlin-river-6900_1500px.jpg Germany - The Elbe River in Berlin Berlin has nearly 1,000 bridges - even more than Venice! There is an impressive amount of major construction all over the city, a symbol of prosperity, modernization and rebuilding. Image # 07612. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1453396908703-HQTYXY4S4MX0UB7OESB9/08108_MU_Schleissheim-6222_1500px.jpg Germany - The Bench Awaits The morning fog at the Schleissheim Palace gives the grounds a mysterious quality. I suggest sitting on the bench until the fog burns off. Image # 08108. http://hillart.com/new-yosemite-np daily 0.75 2019-11-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531578233-YQGHEPO2LEXD25H62M6R/01932_Yose-El-Cap_Summer_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - El Cap "El Cap", as El Capitan is affectionately known by lovers of Yosemite National Park in California, is the giant rock face on the north side of the valley, visible from many vantage points. It is a very challenging technical rock climb. I enhanced this view by including the tranquil Merced River. Image # 01932. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531577076-BZHZGN109GZE3MPGCO1H/01937_Yose-+ElCapitan_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - The Face of El Capitan This iconic cliff in Yosemite National Park is respected around the rock climbing world. It is hard to imagine how serious climbers scale the sheer face of this monolith, but they do - and even secure a hammock to sleep half way up. I prefer to simply watch. Image # 01937. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531578820-H7IIDR8VFON5EM8E4PZA/01946_Mariposa-Batch%2B3Graces_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - Batchelor and Three Graces The Mariposa Sequoia grove in Yosemite National Park is very impressive, and is where John Muir took President Theodore Roosevelt camping on his visit to the park a century ago. Many of these giant trees have individual names. Image # 01946. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531578697-2DUOIXGVUYQR9ME2JVOT/01957_Yose-InspPoint_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - Inspiration Point This is the most popular vantage point to view the remarkable Yosemite valley, in the eastern edge of California. El Capitan presides on the left, and Half Dome in the center teases you to enter the valley and stay. I believe this point is very well-named. Image # 01957. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531578913-XRSH4GNYR4TB08IS2AR3/05664_Yose_MariposaRedwoods_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - Snowy Sequoias Enjoy nature's skyscrapers that are older than King Tut. These giant sequoias are 27 stories high and seem even more majestic when they tower over a snow-covered forest floor. I love this Mariposa Grove of Giant Trees located in southern Yosemite National Park. Image # 05664. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531579023-FIPR1IH0L5LD605NW03B/07613_Yose-El-Capitan-7513_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - El Capitan and the Merced Life is not measured by how many breaths you take, but by how many moments take your breath away . . . El Capitan is an iconic visual treat in Yosemite National Park. Here is "El Cap" in the afternoon light, with its reflection in the gentle flow of the Merced River. Visit this spot in early morning, and you will have it all to yourself. Image # 07613. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531579064-ZRN1V0Z664R9YAA5Y9XW/07614_Yose-TunnelView-7331_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - Tunnel View Most park visitors arrive at Yosemite from Route 41, pass through the tunnel - and see this spectacular vista! It is an indelible first impression of the valley and the view changes with the seasons and with changing light. John Muir regarded the awesome natural beauty of Yosemite Valley as a sacred place with restorative power. Linger, and thank President Theodore Roosevelt for protecting this special place. Image # 07614. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531579408-AK2BXHR3D8BNN34FG3NJ/07615_Mariposa-TwoTrees-7385_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - Two Sequoias The giant sequoias in the Mariposa Grove are quietly spectacular. They are not the tallest in the world, nor are they the oldest, but their longevity and size are very impressive. A walk through this grove of gentle giants will linger in your memory. Image # 07615. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531579230-8WJ0K5E91MUGO1BI0CVM/07616_Mariposa-MuleDeer-7381_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - Mariposa Deer There are mule deer who call the Mariposa Grove their home. Human visitors are frequent enough that the deer are comfortable in close proximity. Quite a counterpoint between the delicate deer and the mighty giants. John Muir wrote that his beloved Yosemite “was the the grandest of all the special temples of Nature that I was permitted to enter.” Image # 07616. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531579317-TIEUAN082Y13LDOZR2K1/07617_Half-Dome-dusk-7579_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - Half Dome at Dusk Half Dome is the single most famous granite feature in Yosemite National Park. It can be enjoyed from the valley floor, and even more from the Glacier Point shown here. As the sun shifts slowly to afterglow, the majesty of this peak (along with its neighbors) becomes compelling to watch and enjoy. Image # 07617. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531579686-OWH9U7SL7R72BY8F7IIM/07620_Black-Oaks-color-7143_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - California Black Oaks As often as Yosemite has been photographed and written about, no one has come close to naturalist John Muir in expressing the sheer joy of the place. The California Black Oaks were performing in the El Cap Meadow, showing off their color as if to persuade fall to last another few days before the inevitable shift to winter. Image # 07620. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531579522-TRMETXRHV7SEYQJA7MOP/07621_Moonrise-ValleyView-7200_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - Moonrise When the moon is full, it illuminates the valley more than you might imagine. Yosemite combines the evidence of ancient geological forces with the play of waterfalls and inspiring icons like Half Dome and El Capitan. Image # 07621. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454531579772-7IE65YSHOYKHJ5W1571O/08022_Black-Oaks-color-7142_1500px.jpg Yosemite National Park - Symphony of Gold and Black What a treat to enjoy the California Black Oaks turn from ordinary to spectacular. This is one of the colorful treats that Yosemite promises to you in the fall. 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Settle into this classic rocker on a lovely Louisiana plantation, and gaze out at the stately Cleveland Live Oak. The tree has been presiding over this place for more than a century, so take your time in the rocker. You will feel better. Image # 05559. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937664981-8V5N0MJUK60X0S0CSCAP/05564_LA_Live-Oak-Tree_1500px.jpg Louisiana - The Louisiana Live Oak This is one magnificent tree! It is hard to appreciate its size until you are standing in its presence. It is also hard to imagine the sights that the tree has seen before it over the past 200 years. Image # 05564. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937664978-E1BHG026AHZ95JUJD08D/05573_LA_Cleveland-Rockers_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Cleveland Rockers The ideal way to contemplate the magnificent Cleveland Live Oak is to sit in one of these classic rockers, with a partner, and think about all this tree has seen in the past 200 years. This might just relieve your stress... Image # 05573. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937665512-0WBHS8ALI6AOX9CXAX0G/07930_LA-Houmas-oaks%26moss_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Live Oaks and Moss The Houmas House Plantation was once the largest sugarcane plantation in America. The moss draping the stately oaks give a haunting look to the estate. Image # 07930. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937665413-JBOKXTQBZ91SU7WY5SJ1/07931_LA-Nottaway-bridge_1500px.jpg Louisiana - The Bridge at Nottoway The Nottoway Plantation is a wonderful example of historic Southern sugarcane life, featuring the South's largest antebellum mansion. Stroll amid the live oaks and fountains and turtles that call this pond home. Image # 07931. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937665926-J6RS0KAVBE0S3GVMEEOV/07932_LA-OakAlley_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Oak Alley Plantation The spectacular Oak Alley Plantation faces the Mississippi River, which is only 200 yards away. When strolling amid these ancient oaks, you can imagine being here when the trees were young, about 200 years ago! Image # 07932. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937666027-2ZLGBEV6F6I35W4X3047/07933_LA-OakAlley_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Oak Alley These magnificent live oak trees have presided over the Oak Alley Plantation for nearly 200 years. Image # 07933. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937666211-PW0GL327P7BSI4BEBUVD/07934_LA-Chalmette-Battlfld_1500px.jpg Louisiana - The Chalmette Battlefield This is the Jean Lafitte National Historic Park next to the Chalmette National Cemetery. Bordering the Mississippi, this was the site of the Battle of New Orleans in 1815, the last great battle of the War of 1812 (even though the treaty ending the war was signed in late 1814.) Image # 07934. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937666388-7EOEWTBWZ6BFGWVIRHE9/07935_LA-NO-StCharlesCars_1500px.jpg Louisiana - The St. Charles Streetcars The St. Charles Streetcar line is the oldest continuously operating streetcar line in the world, having been in operation since 1835. It runs from the center of downtown NOLA our through the picturesque Garden District, passing Audubon Park, Tulane and Loyola universities. Image # 07935. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937666650-SMRRG8CR0SKDGYHHX7DV/07936_LA-GardenDist_1500px.jpg Louisiana - A Garden District Garden Imagine that you have just come home from a tough day at the office. This idyllic pergola awaits your arrival with that glass of wine, and the gentle fountain masks any sounds of the city... now, do you feel better? Image # 07936. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937666489-VK7HRCZRU94W5VX5R3SX/07937_LA-NO-CafeDuMonde_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Cafe du Monde At the original French Market stall, locals regard these ethereal beignets as life support... Image # 07937. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937666626-IIZCBBU1QEZAUI6BPV1F/07938_LA-NO-CafeDuMonde_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Beignets and Cafe au Lait These renowned beignets should be enjoyed with a cafe au lait. Oh - and you should not sit here and enjoy them in a dark outfit, or people will know where you started your day! Image # 07938. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937666826-QDUO92XILXXYHMMT93YH/07939_LA-NO-Po-Boy_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Ready for a Po-Boy? New Orleans has grand restaurants, yet street fare is very much alive and well. The Po-Boy sandwich has enjoyed a long history in the city, and is available with oysters, shrimp, and various meats. This is the excellent version prepared by Dickie Brennan. Image # 07939. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937666927-9NRDGKT7NP998PEDGGDC/07940_LA-NO-Joan-of-Arc-_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Joan of Arc This impressive statue of Joan of Arc was a gift from the people of France to the city in 1972. She is an integral part of the parades and pageantry that are a festive part of the Mardi Gras season. Image # 07940. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937667085-MGQQB4YZI2PD3LC3HJRK/07941_LA-NO-Jackson-statue_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Andrew Jackson Jackson led the 1815 victory in the Battle of New Orleans, the final battle in the War of 1812. His leadership convinced the British army to surrender, and later convinced the American people to elect him seventh President of the United States. Image # 07941. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454937667264-0TDWILIIS93DZ03L9TF6/07942_LA-NO-Jackson-Square_1500px.jpg Louisiana - Jackson Square This impressive statue of Major General Andrew Jackson anchors Jackson Square in New Orleans. Surrounding this square are talented artists and street performers. Image # 07942. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Louisiana http://hillart.com/newlighthouses daily 0.75 2016-02-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815265994-V3APXXP5D62AXS3PYNWB/01693_ME_NubbleLight_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Nubble Light This lighthouse is one of the most accessible on the Atlantic coast, sitting close to Route 1 in York, Maine. It is particularly fun to see around the holidays, when it is decorated with lights. Image #01693. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815266149-MSKJZBB1ZQ9SAZPBP8NI/01702_ME_Pemaquid-Sunrise_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Pemaquid Sunrise The silhouette of this iconic Maine lighthouse will change with the oncoming light. The light has done its duty overnight, and will now have to deal with visitors who drive to the end of the road to see this gem. Now, if the nearby restaurant would open a bit early, the artist is ready for a large serving of wicked blueberries, marinated in maple syrup and embedded in fluffy pancakes... Image # 01702. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815266677-AEY1SJPEI83WZ3N9EWU8/01707_ME_Portland-Head-Lt_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Portland Head Light This lighthouse has been a visual symbol of the Maine coast for many years, located on the rocky Maine coast just south of Portland. I made this photograph as soon as the locked gates opened for the day. Image # 01707. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815266601-SABYK2K8DBTI0CLKKUJA/01709_ME_Pemaquid_Dawn_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Dawn at Pemaquid The striated rocks lead our eyes diagonally upward to the light. This lighthouse is the reward for a long drive to the end of the peninsula. OK, there is also a fine restaurant nearby... Image # 01709. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815267400-R8MHZEEKKJAV02OT336O/01905_ME_Bass_Harbor_Light_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Bass Harbor Light This lighthouse is among the most photogenic in Maine. With the rugged coast often shrouded in fog, it offers historic navigational aid to passing sailboats. Located outside Bass Harbor and within Acadia National Park, it is heavily courted by artists and tourists, as well as nostalgic windjammers cruising offshore. Image # 01905. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815267219-VHZU5R6CSC1HMC9JKGX6/02538_ME_MarshallPoint-Light_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Dawn at Marshall Point This Maine lighthouse sits just north of the entrance to Port Clyde, and is visible as you take the ferry out to Monhegan. It has one of the most unique approach ramps of any light in America. Image # 02538. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815267655-PLDFYZ8BU6N1A5H2YUFJ/03865_CT_MysticSunrise_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Morning in Mystic The Maritime Museum in Mystic, Connecticut is regarded as "the Williamsburg of whaling", and is a delightful place to visit. The ancient whaling ships enjoy a dignified retirement on the Mystic River. This image conveys the calm you will enjoy at sunrise, long before the tourists arrive for the day. Image # 03865. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815268376-96OT8NV4T1Z01G3QZEMV/04588_ME_PemaquidPtLight_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Light at Pemaquid Point The light at Pemaquid is unique, in part because it is surrounded by exquisite striated rock that seems to point up to the light from the shore. This place is also unique because of the exquisite blueberry pancakes made at the restaurant just behind the light. That has nothing to do with the art, but a lot to do with the artist... Image # 04588. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815268542-IEO7WS778MP4OKKXVLE1/04603_ME_Marshall_Pt_Light_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - On Marshall Point What a memorable view the lightkeeper has from his front porch, looking out at the Marshall Point Light at sunrise, just north of Port Clyde, Maine. Somebody has to do it. Image # 04603. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815269203-KIS1WBJ1IB7K7ZZDNXF4/06249_OR_Yaquina-Light_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Yaquina Head Light This lighthouse works just fine, surrounded by seals much of the time, without caring that its neighbor cousin at Heceta Head gets all the attention. Image # 06249. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815269963-WFTLICZL11ASGNQW7GYC/06257_CN_Peggy%27sCoveLight_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Peggy's Cove Light The soft light of a foggy morning help to isolate this icon from the buzz of activity around Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia. Image # 06257. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815270005-4TJV2WGE281TRAXYBGOX/06835_CR_Montenegro-fjord-island_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Montenegro Island Along the Dalmatian coast, approaching Montenegro, sits this tiny island with an over-sized church. On days of worship, many boats arrive and tie up to allow locals to attend church. Unique. Image # 06835. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815270250-L372LCZRRP8M67EFM7W2/07188_FR_Corsica-lighthouse_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Corsica Lighthouse This unmanned lighthouse sits on a fortified cliff outside the entrance to the Bonifacio harbor in Corsica. Image # 07188. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815270494-RQU4JJ8ATRQ1S8DSUHY9/08125_NS_PeggysCove-Light-0051_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Peggy's Cove Light By using a very low camera angle, I was able to eliminate the hundreds of tourists who were also there to enjoy the lighthouse. Image # 08125. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815271922-31BDHUAMPYSTN6DZF2FR/08126_NS_PeggysCove-Light-0044_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Light and the Rocks The shoreline around Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, is very rugged. These rocks are the reason the lighthouse was erected, to warn nearby fishermen to stay well off-shore. Image # 08126. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815271402-R9AP221PG18HKMC9C8WX/08127_ME_Portland-Head-Lt-0169_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Sunrise at the Portland Head Light I have enjoyed the Light from the shore many times, but this was my first viewing of the lighthouse from the water. Elegant. Image # 08127. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815271704-RUFBOJMXOERP1BX9CCXT/35062_CN_Peggy%27sCoveLt_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Peggy's Cove Light in Fog Think about it - lighthouses were not built for sunny days. This fog and windy storm are why this light is here. I had a rope around my waist when making this photograph, as the rocks were very slippery ("wicked slippery" as the lobstermen say). Image # 35062. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815272456-LX9TU0UQCU08QMQJ631Z/35149_CN_NS_PeggysCoveLight_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Fog at the Cove Most photographs of lighthouses feature a blue sky and a sunny setting. Yet the reason for a lighthouse is to guide mariners in stormy and foggy weather. Legendary shipwrecks occurred near this area, one of which prompted the name "Peggy" to be given to the village and to the light (the current one built in 1914). Listen - can you hear the fog horn? Image # 35149. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815272752-5A1ND01SMLPXOESG4ZHY/36455_OR_HecetaHead-Coast_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - Oregon Coastline at Heceta Head The rugged coast of the Pacific northwest near Heceta Head is picturesque. It is easy to imagine the difficult times the engineers and builders had more than 120 years ago to transport building materials to this remote Oregon location. Image # 36455. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815273635-24E9ZXGLK89UK5WOOJDR/36992_NC_Hatteras_Light_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Hatteras Light This classic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras has warned mariners to stay off the shoals of North Carolina for a long time. Over one million bricks were used to build it in 1870. Years after this image was made, the light has been moved back from the eroding shore several hundred yards. Image # 36973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815275877-PIW3DJCXLQ6OH5B1E4YC/37028_OR_HecedaHeadLight_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Heceta Head Light The Heceta Head Light is the most recognized lighthouse on the Pacific coast. Built in 1892, it is on the National Register of Historic Places. The Light Keeper's Quarters are still open as a B&B, and it is widely known as the most romantic B&B on the Pacific coast. Unforgettable seven-course breakfasts! Image # 37028. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815275245-NET4SQM9OI1DE816DTAN/37206_ME_Marshall-Point-Light_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Marshall Point Light at Dawn This Maine lighthouse sits just north of the entrance to Port Clyde, and is visible as you take the ferry out to Monhegan. It has one of the most unique approach ramps of any light in Maine. Image # 37206. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455815276025-Y9HCBGVVDUL69PP5ROCA/37828_MD_Thomas-Point-Light_1500px.jpg Lighthouses - The Thomas Point Light This classic hexagonal Chesapeake lighthouse sits on the western side of the Bay. Image # 37828. http://hillart.com/newhumor daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808710866-NRWRXOWTLKKXK9LT9O26/01767_ME_TouristTraps_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Tourist Traps You have heard about them. Here they are, on Deer Isle, Maine. Ayuh. Image # 01767. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808711237-IMBJVE4CZVGGELXPXOQL/05670_VT_Bull-Sign-Don%27t_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - What Part of DON'T? What part of DON'T don't you understand? This is the most memorable "No Trespassing" sign I have ever seen, and it is located in rural Vermont. The farmer who crafted this warning left no doubt about the boundary outsiders are asked to respect. Image # 05670. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808711080-7NZ7OCI1WSE92JN5T7NH/07208_IT_Sorrento-schoolbus_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - School Buses of Sorrento You have to love the humor in these Italian school bus names! Image # 07208. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808711321-1EEWTMB8WR4B6SBFQ1R2/07432_CH_Santiago-Wine-Prayer-sign_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Serenity Prayer: New & Improved? Many of us live our lives by the Serenity Prayer. Could this be an improvement? Image # 07432. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712115-JEYC42KTGGRZAZH8NJ3W/07483_HI_Maui_evac-sign-2846_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - What Should I Do??? Help me out here. These two signs near Lahaina, Maui give clear but contradictory instructions. Imagine how helpful they would be if you were suddenly ordered to leave due to an approaching tsunami. Image # 07483. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808711860-NM35PZKC5GG9XYFUEGYU/07516_ME_Donuts-Sign_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Great Marketing You have to admire this clever hook to influence the steering wheel of fishermen's pickup trucks on their way to their dock each morning! Image # 07516. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712209-BILOFZD88HAQ89CHNP7I/07567_NM_SantaFe-DD-Tshirt_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Designated Driver This was a humorous picture on a blanket in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I hope the horse knows his way home. Image # 07567. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712313-J6UZF27N9F4KQMBTHNC2/07604_GR_Rothenburg-sheep-6625_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Bah, Bah Purple Sheep... Bah, bah purple sheep - have you any pretzels? This whimsical group of rare purple sheep was spotted in Rothenburg, Germany. At least a dozen shops offered fresh pretzels to wash down the beer. Image # 07604. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712403-3GYRS8HNNXLX7QNJC6X8/08126_BER_OppositionLeader-0201A8_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - The Opposition Leader Bermuda is very civilized, and even has a dignified public building in Hamilton for the other party. I doubt that this room is large enough to contain America's Opposition Leaders... Image # 0201A8. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808712956-HEJVKLF1R8RKWIP9PBIP/36171_PA_Dehydrated-Water_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Dehydrated Water? General store shelves of long ago had fascinating merchandise. Could canned dehydrated water be similar to canned Maine air? Image # 36171. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808713345-LPYVG050RP9C00RI0W40/39013_IR-Burren-bends-ahead_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Bends Ahead This sign greets you as you navigate the country roads in western Ireland. By the time you see this sign, you have already exercised your steering wheel! Image # 39013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808713267-QFGS11SK3VFD2ZFZVQ0S/39029_MD_Sailing-Tshirt-humor_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Rules of the Road One of the laws of life is that sailboats have right of way over power boats. An unfortunate situation for the beer-drinking power boater depicted on this t-shirt... Image # 39029. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808713976-8UN39JQXCTGI956YIB1R/39063_PA_Funny-Gym-Sign_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Solution for your Resolution After seeing this sign along the highway, I sure wanted to stop driving and start working out. Just as soon as I finish my Krispy Kreme! Image # 39063. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455808714453-1Z7LH41A0IBEG2DD44V3/39066_CA_Humor_Snowy_Table_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Your Table is Ready Sometimes you have no trouble landing a reservation at a three-star restaurant, especially if you request seating on their lovely patio. Image # 39066. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458077447277-0AJSONYK8RH7MKIU4JK9/08149_Frog+onGuardFrog_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Even a Guard Frog Needs Backup OK, this was spotted in my back yard, by my waterfall. The pink guard frog was working just fine, but a live imposter appeared one day to undergo "training"... Image # 08149. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458160580967-A5PFB873WNBQYFDI9ERK/08150_Bratislava-manhole-statue_1500px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Enjoy the View! Bratislava has whimsical art. This sculpture is a bronze version of what a man might look like rising from a manhole in the middle of town. Serious fun! Image # 08150. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503512302615-G96EJH8HCV6RACG0KPLX/08287_Pilot-Lounge-sign-humor_3M.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Braille Needed Here??? This is one of those unexpected signs that stop you in your tracks, to think about life and perhaps your next airplane trip... Image # 08287. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503941635476-L09RHN626OPBA7HAB76O/04926_DC_Eraser_Humor_3M.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Typewriter Eraser This whimsical sculpture was crafted in 1999 by Oldenburg and van Bruggen. Made of stainless steel and fiberglass, nearly 7 feet high, it is located in the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. Sorry to say I actually used one of these (normal size) when making corrections on a manual typewriter. Image # 04926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1662910631726-HIUMIJAPH70L26ZD9R67/310-08519-Zermatt-cocktails-sign_537px.jpg Humor & Whimsy - Marketing Advice in Zermatt After you have seen the Matterhorn, visiting Zermatt is often about walking the town. This great advice greeted me outside a bar lounge. Maybe I should try it... Image #08519. http://hillart.com/newchateauneuf-province daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224384917-BCX8C8ALMSCILTW8Q27Z/06839_Prov_Castillon-du-Gard_8724_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Pont du Gard The Pont du Gard is an ancient aqueduct bridge, built by the Romans in the 1st century AD, that crosses the Gard River in southern France near Nimes. Image # 06839. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224384955-W8D53857NBE53AUYWZ6D/06840_Prov_Castillon-du-Gard_8728_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Ancient Arches This spectacular Roman acqueduct formerly carried 44 million gallons of water a day to the fountains and homes of Nimes. Image # 6840. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224385407-1XI2JTZOT3GWLA01DSXO/06841_FR_Prov_Gordes_store8541_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Gordes Health Food In the charming Provencal village of Gordes, there is only one safe time to stroll past this shop: before it opens. Image # 06841. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224385597-VPKKXGXQYKWU39N8KXPN/06842_CDP_wine-cellar_8680_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Chateauneuf du Pape The wine village of Chateauneuf du Pape ("summer home of the Popes") gives the visitor dozens of tasting rooms to sample the pride of the fabled region. Most of the red wines are blends of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre. Learn to say CDP and drink GSM, and you are on your way to becoming a wineaux. Image # 06842. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224385987-XGWD6E2MMWD0DGCSU6MP/06847_FR_CDP-Beaucastel-8661_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Chateau Beaucastel This is the attractive approach to one of the top CDP wine producers. Image # 06847. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224386101-8PNA9A1S0ZZZRYHTWCK1/06850_FR_Prov_Gordes_skyline-5_8581_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Skyline of Gordes The commune of Gordes is a classic old (founded in 1031) hill town, similar to those in Tuscany. Image # 06850. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224386423-BUL0NWZO9S7RXVXX6LV1/06851_Prov_Gordes_skyline-13_8619_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Gordes by First Light I love the sweet light of dawn, and the hill town of Gordes performs beautifully by first light. Image # 06851. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224386677-4RTNFEBOOR91HBKST49U/08042_ChatDuPape_Village_8678_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - The Village of Chateaneuf du Pape The village itself is very understated, with a few tasting rooms and restaurants. Most of the action is outside of the village, on the estates of the wineries. Image # 08042. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224386986-07XWRUF93XI3IUWKVM82/08043_CDP-Tavel-Mordoree_8705_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Domaine de la Mordoree This is the modest winery for one of Tavel's top producers of rose and CDP wines. Image # 08043. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224387231-SCRHMB7RCZL24UO8U0LV/08044_FR_CDP_GrandVeneur_8665_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Domaine Grand Veneur Winemaker Alain Jaume and his son produce excellent CDP wines in this historic facility in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Image # 08044. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224387492-JLB2KVLYUSMFF26CD4ZQ/08046_CDP_ChDeVaudieu3-tower_8741_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Historic Wine Tower Surrounded by the vineyard, this ancient wine tower used to be a lookout for Chateau De Vaudieu. I believe its only use today is to attract artists. Image # 08046. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224387754-SYRR2X3HT1YI85YCQ1JW/08046_CDP_DomDuVieuxTel2_8686_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Domaine De Vieux Telegraphe Here is the modest winery for a top producer in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. Image # 08046. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224387892-BCBN7YEGB54X9J0V45VY/08047_CDP_papal+castle+ruins4_8674_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Papal Castle Ruins There is not much left of the summer residence of the popes. These ruins are surrounded by vineyards and overlooks the village of CDP. Image # 08047. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455224388287-IZR7GDS28177ZYR5X17G/08048_Prov_Gordes_skyline-12_8621_1500px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - The Hill Town of Gordes Gordes sits hundreds of feet above the surrounding valley, which is used for growing grapes and lavender. A beautiful, relaxed region. Image # 08048. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502740308817-J2HA2S3L1JDYVQWEIX4H/08222_FR-BurgBarge-ApresTout-oncanal-3847_1450px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - The Apres Tout on the Canal de Bourgogne This luxury barge offers the finest guest experience of any barge on any of the canals in Burgundy. Accommodating six lucky guests, it has a skilled crew of five, including a Cordon Bleu chef. Please visit www.bargeaprestout.com to learn more. Image #08222> https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502740483725-4C5MAZ15I4KLDY1EJO0Y/08223_FR-BurgBarge-ApresTout-canal-4144_1550px.jpg Chateauneuf & Province - Dawn Greets the Canal de Bourgogne One of the charms of being on the luxury barge Apres Tout is waking up to this tranquil sight. Add a fresh croissant and coffee and you are guaranteed to have a great day! Image # 08223. http://hillart.com/newnew-zealand daily 0.75 2016-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470621807-VB1D690H9APXOAH8YHHB/06780_Catlins-Cliffs-814_1500px.jpg New Zealand - The Cliffs of Burgess The Caitlins are a breathtaking collection of cliffs and rolling meadows on the southeastern tip of New Zealand's south island. The Burgess family has farmed this magnificent area for more than one hundred years. Even though movies (Lord of the Rings) have been made right here, very few tourists visit this region, which suits Alan Burgess just fine. Image # 06935. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470621813-VBRWW0SJFSH75KQJAV3Y/06789_Mitre-Peak_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Mitre Peak This is the signature Mitre Peak, presiding over the beautiful Milford Sound in western New Zealand. Located in the south island's Fjordland National Park, its appearance changes with the light and with the tides. It is located at the end of the four-day hike ("tramp") on the famous Milford Tract, or by a beautiful several-hour drive west from Te Anau. There are places you leave - and places that never leave you. This is one. Image # 06789. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622058-JQ2JYVPOVDY9A3NL8MAU/06791_Mitre-Peak_1500px.jpg New Zealand - High Tide at Mitre Peak Like most coastal settings, the tides strongly influence the appearance of the shoreline. Milford Sound is one - this spot is very ordinary at low tide, but look at it now. Mesmerizing, for lack of a better word. Image # 06791. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470621918-XOWPO97JU0XPKP2HJCPK/06796_Queen-Charlotte-Sound_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Shades of the Shore Enjoy the gradations of the beautiful shoreline along the Queen Charlotte Sound, well before the rising sun unified the land. This protected area is west of Picton on the South Island in New Zealand. Linger a while and enjoy the tranquility. Image # 06796. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622057-R3MD3TZIEOQFWMZN4AFI/06797_Queen-Charlotte-Sunrise_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Sunrise Over Queen Charlotte Sound Watch the beginnings of a wonderful sunrise over the Queen Charlotte Sound. This protected area is west of Picton on the north coast of the South Island in New Zealand. Linger a while and enjoy the tranquility. With this start, it will be a wonderful day! Image # 06797. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622333-C66UNHCZIC6H9WLJ09W9/06801_Sailing-past-Rippon_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Sailing Past Rippon Here are the vineyards of the renowned Rippon vineyards, located on the western shore of Lake Wanaka north of Queenstown, New Zealand. It is easy to see why Rippon is often described as the most beautiful winery in the world. This land has been in the Mills family for four generations. Robert Parker rates Rippon in the top five in NZ. Soon after making this photograph, the artist felt obliged to put one bottle of Rippon Pinot Noir out of its misery. To sailing! Image # 06801. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622372-HZENNQHYX50TYL1S2ZZ8/06923_Rippon-Wanaka_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Rippon Winery by Lake Wanaka Enjoy the vineyards of the renowned Rippon vineyards, located on the shore of Lake Wanaka north of Queenstown, New Zealand. It is easy to see why Rippon is often described as the most beautiful winery in the world. Parker rates Rippon in the top five in NZ. Soon after making this photograph, the artist felt obliged to put one bottle of Rippon Pinot Noir out of its misery. Image # 06923. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622456-L4UTA3AUXCIY8MQLORHE/06924_Craggy-Range_1500px.jpg New Zealand - The Vineyards of Craggy Range On the east side of the north island of New Zealand, in Napier, sits the dramatic Craggy Range winery. The name is clearly taken from the towering terrain which presides over the vineyard. Their winemakers believe that finesse and care are equal ingredients to the grapes themselves. The winery makes award-winning meritages, which the artist dutifully tasted so that he could properly make this photograph. Image # 06924. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622744-HXBTV1WJ5X83FCZ3M4ML/06925_Craggy-Range-Terroir_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Terroir at Craggy Range Terroir is regarded as one of the top restaurants in New Zealand. It is located within the Craggy Range winery, in Napier on the east side of the north island. If you choose to be marooned in a far away place, this would do... Image # 06925. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622738-SJBWPL728OYETO2HPFII/06926_Marlborough-CloudyBay_1500px.jpg New Zealand - The Vineyards at Cloudy Bay The Marlborough wine region on the South Island helped to put New Zealand on the world's wine map. Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc was the early catalyst in drawing attention to this maturing wine area. Now, there are dozens of highly respected wineries on both islands, just waiting for your discovery. Cloudy Bay was very helpful to the artist, with soft sunlight in the foreground and clouds adding drama to the distant Richmond Ranges. Image # 06926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622873-KFJOLUDL16LCBIXJ54BE/06927_Marlborough-Cloudy-Bay_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Marlborough Magic The Marlborough wine region on the South Island helped to put New Zealand on the world's wine map. Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc was the early catalyst in drawing attention to this maturing wine area. Now, there are dozens of highly respected wineries on both islands, just waiting for your discovery. Cloudy Bay was very helpful to the artist, with soft sunlight in the foreground and clouds adding drama to the distant Richmond Ranges. Image # 06926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622846-MX1RCC257QMX8V77676E/06928_Moeraki-Boulders-743_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Moeraki Boulders On the east side of the south island of New Zealand, these mysterious boulders line the shore for a hundred yards. Image # 06928. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470622997-Q677I1MCKM68MAQ67WCW/06929_Te-Anau-sheepscape-858_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Te Anau Sheepscape Sheep have a good life in New Zealand. This panorama is near the shores of Lake Te Anau on the south island. Image # 06929. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470623052-0QVVG5QFEXZMZ7PD1T7N/06931_Milford-Tract-3077_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Tramping the Milford Tract This is the Milford Tract ('trail") that is a four-day tramp ("hike") through varying terrain but consistently beautiful. It is the quintessential Great Walk for many visitors. The walk takes in lakes, fjords and rain forests on the way from Lake Te Anau to Milford Sound, each of which is a magnificent destination in its own right. Image # 06931. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470623185-FP626FFRSGZFSTXC5TZN/06933_Dunedin-Train-Station-1500px.jpg New Zealand - The Dunedin Train Station This remarkable building is the renowned train station in the center of Dunedin. Opened in 1906, it is the grandest gingerbread house you will ever see! Image # 06933. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470623300-VDP4EHGLKQ5M5KCA9BNI/06936_Milford-Mitre-Peak-898_1500px.jpg New Zealand - Milford Sound Here is the signature Mitre Peak, presiding over the beautiful Milford Sound in western New Zealand. Located in the Fjordland National Park, its appearance changes with the light and with the tides. It is located at the end of the four-day hike ("tramp") on the famous Milford Tract, or by a beautiful several-hour drive west from Te Anau. Somehow, Milford Sound is more than a view... it's a feeling. Image # 06936. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455470623332-1AHAHIJSHPLJODBWJQU7/06937_Dunedin-Otago-Farm-792_1500px.jpg New Zealand - The Otago Barn Near Dunedin on the Otago peninsula, there are rolling farms where lucky sheep live. The South Island of New Zealand is consistently photogenic, and I sure look forward to my next visit. Image # 06937. http://hillart.com/newother-countries daily 0.75 2016-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639407973-YJNWJB02QSDI4YQVN1KJ/06778_AU_Sydney-Opera-House-1041_1500px.jpg Other Countries - The Sydney Opera House The Opera House in Sydney, Australia seems poised for flight from the beautiful harbor. Sydney is Australia's oldest and largest city, and this iconic building anchors the picturesque harbor. I made this photograph shortly before the crowds assembled for the next performance. Image # 06778. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639409254-96Y3GBAWO1HYAWMWCKTS/06813_EU_CroatiaOpatijaKrk+bicycle_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Krk Island Bicycle The Dalmatian coastline features remarkable history and diverse cultures. On Krk Island off the Croatian coast near seaside Opatija, the old city center looks like time stood still. Oh - except for the plastic deck furniture, the blue umbrella and the red bicycle. Image # 06813. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639409183-UAKJ67RX779OT9MGBWZK/06835_CR_Montenegro-island-2035_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Montenegro Island Along the Dalmatian coast, approaching Montenegro, sits this tiny island with an over-sized church. On days of worship, many boats arrive and tie up to allow locals to attend church. Unique. Image # 06835. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639409723-J9APWBWL6KZRXACUXW0O/06921_PC_east-approach5_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Approaching the Panama Canal The pre-dawn approach to the Panama Canal is dramatic. On the left are the trains ("mules") that assist each ship passing through the locks. The left channel has a large auto-carrier ship already into the first lock. There are three locks on each side of the canal, connected by several lakes. The passage takes nearly nine hours. Image # 06921. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639409816-JOD7FRC3P5Y2BGKRE5Q0/06922_PC_east-side-8-4309_1500px.jpg Other Countries - In the Panama Canal A transit of the Panama Canal is an extraordinary experience. It's a nine-hour journey through the massive system of 96-year old locks that enables ships to short-cut through Panama instead of sailing around the bottom of South America. On the left are the trains ("mules") that assist each ship passing through the locks. The left channel has a large auto-carrier ship already into the second lock. There are three locks on each side of the canal, that lift huge ships 170 feet as they pass between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, crossing over the Isthmus of Panama and the Continental Divide. Image # 06922. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639410256-VZULIVS7WJ8E1SIPJUAI/07372_SL_Bratislava-59-statue_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Manhole Statue in Bratislava You thought when you clicked the small image that this larger one would make more sense? Bratislava is a fun town and definitely full of whimsy. Image # 07372. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639409946-D28JXN971M8I4PERL2DD/07373_SL_Bratislava-46-shoe-sign_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Honestly! There is no redeeming art value in this image from Bratislava, but it may be the most effective store window in the world! Image # 07373. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639410276-FKKBHIS33ZJ3K5IEKGE1/07374-SL_Bratislava-26-pink-bldg_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Pink in Bratislava This dignified building in Bratislava is ornate, looks important, and is pink. There is a story behind it that needs to be told. Image # 07374. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639410579-EXVNNQBRVD24P496T9ZS/07375_SL_Bratislava-statue-in-wall_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Peek-a-Boo in Bratislava Bratislava has remarkably diverse statues. This whimsical statue is about ten feet above the sidewalk and easy to miss. Once you see it, it is hard to forget. Image # 07375. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639410936-S7KQUAZUP8RIH3ZH2XNP/08119_DN_Copenhagen_Mermaid_1500px.jpg Other Countries - The Little Mermaid This bronze statue is known around the world, and is located near the entrance to the harbor in Copenhagen. A gift to the city in 1913, it was based on a fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. It is much smaller than it appears in pictures. Image # 08119. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639410991-T6VYPB2NDWX4P3DB2AYA/08120_DN_Copenhagen-royal-guard_1500px.jpg Other Countries - The Palace Guard What does the hat weigh, and how hot does it get in the summer in Copenhagen? Image # 08120. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639411627-0O8YLLM6F26CVGUPH1WO/08121_DN_Cpnhgn-Nyhaven_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Nyhaven Harbor These colorful buildings line the harbor at Nyhaven in Copenhagen. Image # 08121. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639411695-WM1PVJ87BE16HTL0E74H/35476_CR_Martinique_Mt_Pele_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Mount Pele on Martinique Should you ever grow tired of sunbathing in paradise, there are plenty of Caribbean adventures that await. Hike through the rain forest to Mount Pele, a dramatic reminder of Martinique's volcanic heritage. Image # 35476. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639412618-IQVC6PM105F28TE86FXN/36243_BR_Bermuda_Cove_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Bermuda Cove Horseshoe Bay in Bermuda is a delightful escape. There's a reason Bermuda boasts some of the world's most beautiful beaches. Locals say that it's due to the breakdown of red organisms that once grew on the underside of the coral reefs. It doesn't matter once the turquoise water is close and the pink sand flirts with your toes. # 36243. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455639412517-1E5XBZXWQKM7RDJQZQB1/36286_BR_Paradise-Gardens_1500px.jpg Other Countries - Paradise Gardens Outside Freeport in the Bahamas, the lovely Paradise Gardens awaits. Take a day off from water sports and sunbathing, and experience Bahamanian paradise. Image # 36286. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502992668534-FTMZ6TIECAF5UVYLYBDQ/08245_Croatia-Opatija-KrkIsland-lamp_3M.jpg Other Countries - Lonely Lamp on Krk Island In the village of Opatija in Croatia, this aging lamp is about to be turned off with the approaching daylight. I was attracted to its geometric presence. Image # 08245. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527794973235-NAUJMK11BT12F85JV5TR/08339_JA_MontegoBay-Sunset-5498_4.7M.jpg Other Countries - Sunset over Montego Bay The Caribbean delivers spectacular sunrises and sunsets. This one had character, and the solo fisherman added interest. Image #08339. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1654633192896-RBQZBD5VODD8GXK6NMMT/299-08507-Faroe-Torshavn-harbor_3M.jpg Other Countries - Torshavn Harbor Torshavn is the capital of the Faroe Islands, a remote part of Denmark. Many of the houses were built in the 16th century. Image #08507. http://hillart.com/wine-country daily 0.75 2016-02-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599773285888-Z103A8Y14T3LVV0W5JLI/08459-OR-Willamette-landscape-9876_3M.jpg Wine Country - The Dundee Hills The Willamette Valley in Oregon is ideal for growing world-class Pinot Noir. Some of the soil is sedimentary, while other soil is volcanic (Jory). Each type of soil finds expression in the Pinots grown in it. Image # 08459. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599773425787-PPZLG41HBWIOG9Q7GS58/08460-OR-Willamette-P-Green-grounds-9919_4M.jpg Wine Country - Patricia Green Cellars In Oregon’s Willamette Valley, one of the most beautiful vineyards are located at Patricia Green Cellars. Oh - the wines are wonderful! Image # 08460. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599769786381-EWQXZRQ7X4VTUICBG6RW/08457-OR-Bergstrom-vineyards-3391_4M.jpg Wine Country - Bergstrom Pinot - Just Ahead! In Oregon’s fabled Willamette Valley, the soil conditions are superb for the growing of Pinot Noir. This winery produces some of the best Pinots in America, and it was a pleasure to sip and watch their grapes mature for harvest. Image #08457. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599773515437-AJD0RI3UOC243QY0CAPB/08458-NOTL-vineyard-netting-0717_5M.jpg Wine Country - Icewine Coming Soon! In Canada’s Niagara-on-the-Lake, conditions are ideal for production of Icewine. Here are frozen Cabernet Franc grapes, which will be picked by hand and will end up as cherished Icewine. A true treat! Image # 08458. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1599772742372-GHX4X22ZFR2XO69FXAVM/08461-CAN-Icewine-stash-0754_4M.jpg Wine Country - Sweet Treats Ahead! Here is a sample selection of the Icewines produced in Canada’s Niagara-on-the-Lake. Difficult to produce, expensive, and worth it! Image # 08461. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434342748-HX5HVFZ6GN2E21MTZ2RX/08227_FR-Burg-Romanee-Conti-vineyard-6633_1450px.jpg Wine Country - Liquid Gold Nearby Not far from Beaune, the hallowed ground of Roman-Conti vineyards are surrounded by a subtle stone wall. Their burgundy is one of the most expensive wines in the world. No, I did not get to taste... Image # 08227. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434384032-Q7S4CHH0JGXL7V4UJ5P9/08229_Burg-Romanee-Conti-vineyards-horse-6636_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Plowing by Horse The vines of Domaine Romanee-Conti are pampered, to produce the absolute finest Burgundy in the world. This handsome horse had no idea how special the vines are that it is passing. It's a job. Image #08229. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434368516-UBER40BCIRN1W3L1SJS5/08228_Burg-Romanee-Conti-vineyards-horse-6639_1350px.jpg Wine Country - Call Me Handsome This amazing work horse plows the rows between the vines in Domaine Romanee-Conti. The finest wine in the world deserves a distinctive horse working to create the next vintage of liquid gold. Image # 08228. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1575406795345-MR5YJ8TY1JWZ4CR9Y3VT/08456_2019_Napa-welcome-3345_4M.jpg Wine Country - Welcome to Napa! Robert Mondavi was a wine evangelist, working tirelessly to brand the wines of Napa as deserving of world-class status. This humble sign greets visitors driving north toward Napa wineries, leaving no doubt as to where you are. Image #08456. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660245055-4XL0ET563ZY1M4RK5QFJ/06709_FR_Ch-PhelanSegur_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Chateau Phelan Segur This renowned winery is located west of Bordeaux in the left bank area near St. Estephe. Image # 06909. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434422134-SG6EQPAPV8STEI3AXVM4/08285_FR-Burgundy-Beaune-JosephDrouhin-cellars-tasting-6712_3M.jpg Wine Country - Private Tasting in the Joseph Drouhin Cellars These cellars are impressive for their size and for their age. Known for exceptional Burgundy wines, the firm began more than 130 years ago, and is still in the center of Beaune, very close of the Hospices. Image # 08285. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503434408376-ZD28RWDITBCNW9J1DA4Y/08232_Burg-Beaune-JDrouhin-cellars-6698_1400px.jpg Wine Country - The Cellars of Joseph Drouhin These cellars are impressive for their size and for their age. Known for exceptional Burgundy wines, the firm began more than 130 years ago, and is still in the center of Beaune, very close of the Hospices. Image # 08232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660245725-X8HO2I2LX6CZ6AAYIE3F/06710_FR_Ch-Palmer_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Chateau Palmer Chateau Palmer has an impressive chateau anchoring their left-bank Bordeaux vineyards, which produce highly respected wines. Image # 06710. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660246170-EEK16ZUR3JYF3WGXSF0K/06715_FR_St-Emilion-shop_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Morning in St. Emilion These historic cobblestone streets will soon fill with the traffic of locals and visitors. I felt safe window shopping for first growth wines as long as the shops were still closed. Image # 06913. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660246893-5DSB293G2AF5Q6WDC9IQ/06719_FR_Ch-Margaux-front_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Chateau Margaux This is the imposing Chateau Margaux, one of the most respected "first growth" wineries in the world. Located in the Medoc region along the the River Gironde. Ch. Margaux creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06719. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660246688-B3YLNTWHLTSX4VKFPCE4/06721_FR_Ch-Margaux-doors_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Doors of Margaux Here are the nostalgic doors at Chateau Margaux, one of the most respected "first growth" wineries in the world. Behind these doors lie the barrel rooms and cellars of coveted wine. Located in the Medoc region along the "left bank" of the River Gironde. Ch. Margaux creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06721. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660247165-3JG5T542NG6I3TCCW7EB/06722_FR_Ch-Lafitte-Rothschild_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Chateau Lafitte-Rothschild This is the imposing Chateau Lafitte-Rothschild estate, one of the most respectedBordeaux "first growth" wineries on Planet Wine. Located in the Pauillac region in the Medoc, close to the "left bank" of the River Gironde. Ch. Lafitte-Rothschild creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. Image # 06722. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660247462-I00XSE84LD3196NFM9U0/06723_FR_Ch-Mouton-Rothschild_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Barrel Room at Mouton-Rothschild Here is the barrel room imposing Chateau Mouton-Rothschild, one of the most respected Bordeaux "first growth" wineries on Planet Wine. Located in the Pauillac region in the Medoc, close to the River Gironde in southwestern France. Ch. Lafitte-Rothschild creates Cabernet-based wine on a spectacular estate. This is merely one of the barrel rooms, near their amazing cellars. Image # 06723. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660247711-ZNLI0F3BXF687GI76YAS/06724_FR_Ch-Pichon-Longueville_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Chateau Pichon-Longueville This chateau really looks old! Located on the left bank, it produces excellent cabernets, and slips under the radar dominated by the first-growths. Image # 06724. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660248190-NVXZXUZ30IK7UQ676X3S/06725_FR_Ch-Petrus-grapes_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Lucky Grapes of Petrus Here are ripe Merlot grapes at Chateau Petrus in Pomerol ("right bank"). This was one week before the crush in Bordeaux, and they sure look ready. Probably worth a Euro apiece! Image # 06725. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660248288-XGC2W343RPNZADSXLQHM/06726_FR_Ch-ChevalBlanc-grapes_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Grapes of Ausone These are ripe Merlot grapes at Chateau Ausone in St. Emilion (Bordeaux, "right bank"). This was one week before the crush, and they sure look ready. What a regal future lies in store for these fortunate grapes! Image # 06726. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660248849-QQFS860X7OMBAI2JN56L/06727_CA_Napa-Mondavi_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Memorial to Mondavi Here is the Robert Mondavi Winery, one of the best known wineries in Napa Valley, California. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, its storied history makes it worthy of your visit when trying to conquer Napa. He was a powerful force in guiding the emergence of California wines. While it is no longer in the Mondavi family, their marketing message is poignant: "Some wines reflect the character of their makers. Some reflect the size of their dreams. His name is on the bottle. His story is in it." Image # 06727. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660248773-CKTMT2VE0SR2TC9L4M0S/06728_CA_Napa-OpusOne_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Opus One This is the entrance to the legendary Opus One Winery, one of the most respected wineries in America. It was a labor of love created over 30 years ago by Robert Mondavi and Baron Rothschild, to show that wines from Napa can rival the great wines of Bordeaux. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, it is unique in design and in winemaking philosophy. A remarkable legacy to two great wine minds. Image # 06728. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660249743-DLOKC4WSVNRZ30SEZAIS/06729_CA_Napa-OpusOne_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Opus One Abstract The Opus One Winery was a labor of love created over 30 years ago by Robert Mondavi and Baron Rothschild, to show that wines from Napa can rival the great wines of Bordeaux. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, it is unique in design and in winemaking philosophy. A remarkable legacy to two great wine minds. This shows the visual effect of the berm created to surround the pioneering plan for the winery. Image # 06729. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660250023-GLDDLPKWHDBNN3XMJSUS/06730_CA_SilverOak-vineyard_1500px.jpg Wine Country - From Green to Silver This is the beautiful vineyard supporting the Silver Oak Winery in Napa Valley, California. Located in Oakville, it is worthy of your visit when trying to conquer Napa. There is another Silver Oak winery in Sonoma's Alexander Valley, north of Healdsburg. Image # 06730. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660251293-SD5YV0B1VZ030Q5JPD0P/06731_CA_ToKalon-vineyards_1500px.jpg Wine Country - To Kalon to Mount Veeder All wine starts as farming of grapes. Tannin tigers believe this is where the best fruit lives. This is the legendary To Kalon vineyard primarily owned by the Robert Mondavi Winery and Schrader Cellars in Napa Valley, California. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, it is the birthplace of 100-point wines. It is simply one of the finest Cabernet sites in the New World. This view looks west through the vineyard toward Mount Veeder. Image # 06731. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660251580-B943UJ98XCTSH4VOSGH0/06733_CA_Rubicon-doors_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Doors of Rubicon This is the historic Niebaum Coppola Rubicon Winery, one of the most respected wineries in Napa Valley, California. Located on Route 29 on the west side of Oakville, it is worthy of your visit when doing Napa. Image # 06733. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660252556-39Q0PV2P78OVOQ5JJ369/06735_CA_JosephPhelps_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Vineyards at Joseph Phelps In the northeast corner of Napa Valley, off the Silverado Trail, Joseph Phelps winery has grown and produced stellar wines for more than 35 years. One of Napa Valley's benchmark Cabernet producers, founder Joe Phelps inspired the creation of Insignia and Backus, two of their critically acclaimed stars. Their Insignia cuvee was launched in 1974 and has been a pacesetter ever since. Image # 06735. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660252533-PDGJ2ESDQVLIHPK439TD/06736_CA_DomaineChandon_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Domaine Chandon Sitting on the south end of the wineries in the Napa valley, Domaine Chandon offers a wonderful tour of their sparkling production process. Advice from the artist: tasting four sparklers before lunch will really take the stress out of the rest of your day. Image # 06736. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660253132-DGI4HX713BBQF2NJHEGU/06737_CA_Ferrari-Carano_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Terrace at Ferrari Carano Here are the beautiful vineyards at Ferrari Carano, one of the most "European" of the wineries in California. The facility is located on Dry Creek Road in Sonoma, and is worthy of your visit when doing wine country. Founder Don Carano gave his wife an unlimited budget to create their impressive winery, and he said she exceeded it. Image # 06737. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660253144-09U79VVAOXXNJP9TXGW1/06738_CA_Ferrari-Carano_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Chateau Ferrari Carano Here is Ferrari Carano, one of the most "European" of the wineries in California. The facility is located on Dry Creek Road in Sonoma, and their gardens are a delightful bonus to your visit. Image # 06738. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660245714-PWKTHYTGQB33RPC2LXEU/04543_IT_Montepulciano-vinyrd_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Vineyards in Montalcino Montalcino is one of the classic renaissance hill towns in southwestern Tuscany that is little changed since the 16th century. Famous for its DOCG Brunello wine, it sits 2,000 feet above sea level and offers lovely vistas over faded terra-cotta roof tiles to vineyards yeilding the sangiovese grapes, among the most distinguished reds produced in Italy. Its panoramic position is surrounded by the 15th century defensive works; the town has preserved many architectural jewels and artistic treasures, amid the beauty of the surrounding vineyards. This vineyard is north of Castello Banfi. Ask me about the fascinating Banfi story... Image #004543. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660254275-29CRCPGAI3R2FOMA3IK3/06739_CA_Jordan-courtyard_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Terrace at Jordan This is the beautiful Jordan Winery, one of the most elegant of the wineries in California. Jordan wines focus on the details that yield balance and elegance. The estate is located north of Healdsburg in Sonoma County, and winemaker Rob Davis has been at the helm in the cellar since Jordan's first vintage in 1976. Image # 06739. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660254300-FHCG5EAL6XGYQBLGC6EO/06740_CA_Jordan-front_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Jordan Winery Here is the beautiful Jordan Winery, one of the most elegant of the wineries in California. Jordan wines focus on the details that yield balance and elegance. The estate is located north of Healdsburg in Sonoma County, and is worthy of your visit (by appointment) when trying to conquer wine country. Image # 06740. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660255037-EIYFFXNC6WHDPYJFLGNN/06742_CA_Arista-vineyard_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Vineyards at Arista On the north side of Sonoma's Russian River sits the symmetrical vineyards of Arista. Image # 06742. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660255156-XOTMMJJX40XH0KAMFIG7/06743_CA_IronHorse-vineyard_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Vineyards at Iron Horse Hidden away from the crowds near the Russian River in Sonoma, California, Iron Horse Vineyards quietly makes excellent wines. Image # 06743. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660255988-D9DOQHQS69NL92CBLLSY/06744_VA_Barboursville_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Barboursville Winery This is the vineyard and winery at Barboursville. Located between Orange and Charlottesville in central Virginia, it is among the most beautiful of Virginia wineries. It also has some of the best wines in the state. Check out their Octagon meritage as you dine in their excellent Palladio restaurant. They also feature lovely cabins should you wish to create a romantic weekend... Image # 06744. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660255998-HLR1GESC6I5X2EU3WY77/06745_VA_Hillsborough_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Hillsborough Vista Positioned above the traffic in Loudoun County, VA, the Hillsborough Winery offers estate wine and an excellent view. Image # 06745. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660256873-F3488C37G24A1YL4GBFR/06746_CA_FrenchLaundry_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The French Laundry One of the most respected restaurants in America lives within a modest house in Yountville, a storied part of Napa Valley in northern California. Here is the epitome of food-wine pairing. Chef Thomas Keller has lifted its performance to legendary levels, as documented in the book, The Soul of a Chef. The artist wanted to photograph each of the dozen courses, but settled for a photograph of the modest sign in front. Image # 06746. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660256905-Z7ICBDVO5DJ2DV2SB9IT/06747_CA_Dry-Creek-Barn_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Dry Creek Barn This old barn near the Russian River is happily surrounded by Zinfandel vines. The wine country in western Sonoma is gorgeous, and the roads in the Dry Creek Valley are worthy of your visit. Image # 06747. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660257928-BA5WWW6E2DI23F6EWMUW/06801_NZ_SailingRippon_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Sailing Past Rippon Here are the vineyards of the renowned Rippon vineyards, located on the western shore of Lake Wanaka north of Queenstown, New Zealand. It is easy to see why Rippon is often described as the most beautiful winery in the world. This land has been in the Mills family for four generations. Robert Parker rates Rippon in the top five in NZ. Soon after making this photograph, the artist felt obliged to put one bottle of Rippon Pinot Noir out of its misery. Let's toast to sailing! Image # 06801. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660257320-P0PEFAEDQR094REXPVCR/06923_NZ_Rippon_53M.jpg Wine Country - Rippon Winery by Lake Wanaka Here are the renowned Rippon vineyards, located on the shore of Lake Wanaka north of Queenstown, New Zealand. It is easy to see why Rippon is often described as the most beautiful winery in the world. Parker rates Rippon in the top five in NZ. Soon after making this photograph, the artist felt obliged to put one bottle of Rippon Pinot Noir out of its misery. Image # 06923. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660257550-3W5WOC7DPJUCSF3UECJO/06924_NZ_Craggy-Range_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Vineyards of Craggy Range On the east side of the north island of New Zealand, in Napier, sits the dramatic Craggy Range winery. The name is clearly taken from the towering terrain which presides over the vineyard. Their winemakers believe that finesse and care are equal ingredients to the grapes themselves. The winery makes award-winning meritages, which the artist dutifully tasted so that he could properly make this photograph. Image # 06924. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660257939-37QX5PLZ6PI07HOJVBZ4/06925_NZ_Craggy-Range-Terroir_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Terroir at Craggy Range Terroir is regarded as one of the top restaurants in New Zealand. It is located within the Craggy Range winery, in Napier on the east side of the north island. If you choose to be marooned in a far away place, this would do... Image # 06925. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660258156-0VXYLIXT06G73N7XMZ7F/06926_NZ_Marlborough-CloudyBay_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Vineyards at Cloudy Bay The Marlborough wine region on the South Island helped to put New Zealand on the world's wine map. Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc was the early catalyst in drawing attention to this maturing wine area. Now, there are dozens of highly respected wineries on both islands, just waiting for your discovery. Cloudy Bay was very helpful to the artist, with soft sunlight in the foreground and clouds adding drama to the distant Richmond Ranges. Image # 06926. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660258492-FJYMU8KDHS0GXG6MR49C/06940_CA_Napa-Balloons_3M.jpg Wine Country - Balloons Over Napa Dawn arrives in Napa Valley, and soon after the sky is punctuated by colorful hot air balloons. The artist created this panorama from his balloon as he drifted peacefully south from Yountville toward the park near of the city of Napa. Champagne ahead! Image # 06940. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660258671-J88TSQ7PYFR3FR7J9KLI/06941_CA_OpusOne-barrel-rm_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Contented Barrels at Opus One If you had to be locked in a room, this would be an excellent choice. In the unique Opus One winery in Napa Valley, the barrel room holds the liquid gold awaiting bottling. Now, if you would please go away and leave the artist to ... meditate with a empty glass in his hand... Image # 06941. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660259625-2VBVODJY22JP0X0YEB4B/06966_SW_Lavaux-Terraces1_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Riesling Ahead! These Swiss vineyards are UNESCO World Heritage vineyards, laden with white grapes that hug the steep Lavaux Terraces leading down to Lake Geneva. Image # 06966. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660259114-A8U7VSI7GCN46UA2QG1I/06988_GER_Ruedesheim_vineyards15_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Castle and Vineyards The Rhine Gorge in northern Germany has dozens of impressive castles, most surrounded by Riesling vineyards. Image # 06988. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660259592-89JBKL8DX4GL5P7M6VYO/06989_GER_Ruedesheim_vineyards12_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Terraces at Ruedesheim Imagine the work to create these stone terraces on the steep banks of the Rhine river in Germany, and then the challenge of managing the vineyards on them. Image # 06989. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660260050-I6YICP12O4RS5BQTNKIN/06990_GER_Ruedesheim_vineyards6_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Working the Vines The next time you enjoy a Riesling, think about the many hours of labor to prune and groom the vines long before harvest. This steep slope is on the bank of the Rhine river near Ruedesheim in northern Germany Image # 06990. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660260159-NUXUHMJP16AMEOJWWXG8/06991_GER_Ruedesheim-vineyards17_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Patterns of the Vines Here in ingenious use of rugged terrain near Ruedesheim in northern Germany. Vineyards take advantage of excellent drainage as they approach the harvest. Image # 06991. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660260993-F6IYEIDNFCRG2CS7US23/07136_FR_Versailles-28-Bacchus_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Bacchus Bacchus was the Roman god of wine. Also known as Dionysus, he became a symbol of the renowned French wine industry. Here he presides over a reflecting pool, oblivious to the cares of visitors to Versailles. Is it wine o'clock somewhere? Image # 07136. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660260948-0XN3GSUFC52794TWTGW9/07154_CA_Napa_Cade_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Cade Winery The winery at Cade is impressive. On the walk to the cellars, you can see the Manzanita tree that is part of their logo. Image # 07154. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660261154-VVVXCQEMTXY7GWTT4ACF/07155_CA_Napa_DiamondCreek_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Diamond Creek Few wineries anywhere are as beautiful as Diamond Creek, located in the northwest corner of Napa Valley. Four distinct vineyards allow the vines to receive unique sun and drainage. The artist needed to sample each of the four cabs to see if there was a significant difference. He is now undertaking a second opinion to be sure... Image # 07155. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660261245-IULF817EU7BDX70ALOJ6/07157_CA_Napa_FarNiente_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Barrel Cave at Far Niente Deep within the hillside, above the vineyards but beneath the elegant tasting room, sits the Far Niente barrel "room". One of several areas for barrels, this one tunnel appears to stretch all the way across California. Image # 07157. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660261972-AIM0CTGQJUNHO3SV13ED/07158_CA_Napa_Quintessa-2959_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Pond at Quintessa Situated on the west side of the Silverado Trail, the Quintessa estate has a surprisingly large area devoted to vineyards, with a pond punctuating the center. Want to join the artist in the boat, with a baguette, some cheese, and a delicious Quintessa?? Just imagine the troubles of the world we could solve... Image # 07158. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660261982-AHYTTAZ6FRNTBWUGRLNE/07159_CA_Napa_Quintessa_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Vineyards of Quintessa The vineyards at Quintessa rise gracefully up from the pond in all directions. This idyllic setting is not visible from their contemporary winery on the west side of the Silverado Trail. Image # 07159. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660262611-6QG5XG0HEI3Q2MI44SK2/07160_CA_Napa_Quintessa-gate_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Secret Gate Symphony for the Senses...What a perfect thought as you pass beneath the gate leading across the bridge to a private picnic place. Hidden on the Quintessa estate in Napa, this gate is a delightful find for the artist. Image # 07160. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660262565-3S4JZK4XVG9WVRNE9304/07164_CA_Napa_Pride-vineyard_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Vineyards of Pride The dramatic slopes on which Pride has planted their vines make for fascinating images. The high altitude and excellent drainage make for excellent wines. This winery actually straddles Napa and Sonoma counties, which makes a nightmare for their accountants but great conversation for us. Image # 07164. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660262766-48M3GYWNKQBE339C619Q/07165_CA_Napa_Hall-BoardRm_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Private Tasting Room at Hall The Hall Winery offers one of the most amazing underground experiences of any in California. Located high above L'Auberge du Soleil on the eastern hills above Napa, the long hallway leads to this imposing conference room where private library tastings take place. The spectacular Swarovski chandelier presides over the long bottom-lit marble table. Image # 07165. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660262819-0O4DZ9275J89C3R5FOYW/07166_CA_Napa_Hall-cellar_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Hall at Hall The long barrel cellar leading to the Hall library tasting room takes a while to walk. The cellar walls are lined with hundreds of Austrian bricks from the Hapsburg era, with numerous insets for original art. Image # 07166. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660263804-7TAWU4GPK665DRINOMC9/07167_CA_SchramsbergFrog_1500px.jpg Wine Country - A Toast to Winos Everywhere! This frog has class. Balancing on one leg in the Schramsburg pond, wearing a tux, and toasting to you and me - what could be more fanciful? If this stately statue ever needs a break, I volunteer to "stand in". Sorry. Image # 07167. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660264313-HF8NL8MUB5OVWPH1ANWH/07262_CH_Underraga-1885-cellar_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Vina Underraga Vina Underraga is one of the oldest and most prestigious wineries in Chile and indeed in South America. Founded in 1885, here is their library cellar, which was built before electric lights were available. Image # 07262. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660264421-SC386A2GDZXCLHZ5SZ1X/07263_CH_Casillero-del-Diablo-cellar_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Help from the Devil The Concha Y Toro winery is one of the oldest in Chile, sourcing grapes from the Maipo, Aconcagua and Colchagua Valleys near Santiago. Their wine Casillero del Diablo has a fascinating story - email the artist for it. Image # 07263. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660264935-M48S5MOGIEDRJ3HJMXP5/07264_FR_Bordeaux_WineShop_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Bordeaux Wine Shop Many elements of the Bordeaux wine world are important. The artist discovered L'Intendant Grands Vins de Bordeaux, an amazing wine store in the city of Bordeaux. He was able to escape with a photograph instead of their wines that involved beaucoup euros! Image # 07264. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265098-FBAPEQHEX04Y44KQEQK9/07338_CA_Napa-WineCountrySign_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Thanks for the Warning This is a dignified warning to drivers that several Wino Crossings are ahead... Image # 07338. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265429-J4QSOU2TZ91LFTIVPN6Z/07415_AR_Decero612-best_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Finca Decero Finca Decero likely has the most spectacular vista in all of Mendoza. The artist fell in love with the composition, as all the elements contributed to this complex panorama. After a gourmet lunch on their balcony, paired with delicious wines, the view got even better! Image # 07415. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265434-BXSYXUY0ENYMOZXHT07Q/07425_VCobos-winery_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Vina Cobos Vina Cobos is a special winery in Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza. Created by American Paul Hobbs with two partners, Vina Cobos has a uniquely contemporary winery with snow-capped mountains not far beyond the vineyards. Their wines are highly regarded and among the best in Mendoza. Image # 07425. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265898-J5T38LXJELK7HSH6DMU6/07426_AR_BelBaq-view-9057_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Belasco de Baquedano Driving into the Belasco winery in Mendoza, you are filled with anticipation. Leaving the property, this is the impressive view that greets you from their front door. Image # 0742 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660265854-50JC4Q4OCOLNCCNCD0OL/07427_AR__Salenstein-barrels_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Perfect Place for a Piano The circular barrel room at Salentein winery in Mendoza has an elegant grand piano! Can you imagine sipping exquisite Malbec as you sit with the barrels and listen to a classical pianist filling the air with beautiful music? Image # 07427. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660266403-MTZU297V2X5WPAT7IUCV/07428_AR_Casarena-winery-1500px.jpg Wine Country - Welcome to Casarena Bodega Casarena in Mendoza produces excellent wines. They also have a suburb restaurant that serves wine-paired Asian fusion lunches produced by Chef Mun. This is a must-do place for any visitors to Lujan de Cuyo in Mendoza. Image # 07428. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660266396-YXKD7P4W94RR4OEN3XPA/07429_AZ_CatenaZap-vines-9015_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The View from Catena Zapata Ten days before harvest, these vines are nearly ready to be harvested. They have no idea that the view from Mendoza's Catena Zapata is of the snow-capped Andes and unique in the world. Image # 07429. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660266832-Z6FO9RT07DKM4RXUNRJ5/07430_CatenaZapataBarrels_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Barrels at Catena Zapata The barrel room underneath the Mayan winery at Catena Zapata is impressive. It is also very dry (Mendoza is a virtual desert), so twice each day staff members take hoses and wet down the barrels and tile floors, to increase the humidity which will keep the barrel staves from drying out. Image # 07430. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660266934-3PQEWW3J19NQQUUKEPM3/07431_AZ_ClosdeChacras-1231_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Clos de Chacras The 90-year old Clos de Chacras winery looks even prettier in the gentle rain that saturates it unique colors. Located outside Mendoza, the wines are excellent and so is their gourmet lunch. Image # 07431. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660267777-1F4Z7AF5OFUU5YC9LLA1/07432_Wine-Prayer-sign_1500px.jpg Wine Country - An Alternative Serenity Prayer Many of us, including me, live our lives by the Serenity Prayer. Could this sign, spotted in Santiago, Chile be an improvement? Image # 07432. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660268221-NHHRDGDC0UTQAMPYJKR4/07470_CA_Napa-Vinecliff_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Vineyards at Vine Cliff Vine Cliff is a picturesque boutique property on the east side of the Silverado Trail. The caves are fascinating and - oh yes, I almost forgot - their Cabernet is excellent. Image # 07470. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660268903-2BFY916UL36MU0AJZYL2/07514_VA_Dog%26OysterWinery-5380_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Did You Say Big? You know about big bottles, which are magnums and up. You probably know about "big wine" which refers to the tannic Cabernets that usually claim Napa as home. May I introduce you to a very large corkscrew? This one and its identical twin are each 40 feet tall, and they greet/lure visitors to the Dog and Oyster Winery in Irvington, VA. It is owned by the wonderful Hope and Glory Inn, one of America's top B & B's. If you really need to know the story behind this big boy, go to the winery and stay at the Hope and Glory and learn - or ask me. Image # 07514. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660268900-HV4FBG3MRTZ5YL42R3Z3/08001_Pride-vineyard-rows_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Rows of Pride Pride Mountain Vineyards was previously named "Summit Ranch". The twisting drive from Napa or Sonoma rewards us with a stunning view from the top. Pride is actually planted in both counties, with the border going right through the center of their property. Their caves are almost as impressive as their wines. I love the geometry of their vineyard that seems to head for heaven. Image # 08001. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660269757-28GZ8MJ1L0SO10XVROXR/08002_KenzoEstate-wines_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Kenzo Estate The wines of Kenzo Estate are the delightful result of land, soil and expert blending. Kenzo Tsujimoto purchased 3,800 acres on Mt. George, high above the city of Napa. The Bordeaux varietals are the result of expert blending by Heidi Barrett, yielding wines of intensity, finesse and focus. Image # 08002. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660269756-1SSD5XYZINI0TEVMUZ21/08003_Pride-veraison_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Veraison Veraison is a viticulture term meaning "the onset of ripening". This happens when there is a change of color of the grape berries. in mid to late summer, this is the signal to watch very closely for the right time to harvest. Enough winespeak. Italians say: Un pranzo senza vino e come una bella donna senza amore. That is: A dinner without wine is like a beautiful woman without love. Ciao! Image # 08003. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660270140-P063I040HTW6AQM0V9QC/08004_PaulHobbs-relax_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Relax at Paul Hobbs Winery Paul Hobbs has created a global trail of success. This facility in Sebastopol, California is exquisitely designed to showcase the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon that evolves as a result of his legendary attention to detail in the crafting of great wines. Image # 08004. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660270204-IX1QK1K5S6M285W5LCVI/08006_Paloma-view_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The View from Paloma The view from Paloma Winery is complex: in the extreme foreground there is the ballet of a dozen hummingbirds. In the background there are the rhythmic rows of the vineyard and then the fog blanketing the Napa Valley below. Yes, their Merlot is legendary. Image # 08006. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660271561-WFZVRHGZ4X7SA72K9JVV/08007_Black-Stallion_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Black Stallion Located on the grounds of a historic equestrian center, Black Stallion Estate Winery is a respected winery in the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley. Saddle up and visit this gem on the Silverado Trail. Image # 08007 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455660271355-TLEXB5FUE4HL8YNG9XNA/39005_CA_Sonoma-Asti-Rd-vineyard3_1500px.jpg Wine Country - Sonoma Along Asti Road Did you hear what Henny Youngman said about wine? "I read about the evils of drinking, so I gave up reading." In December, drive along Asti Road in Sonoma north of Healdsburg CA, and you can feel the sense of anticipation among the dormant vines. Soon these winescapes will come alive with mustard then grapes then wine. Image # 39005. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455728514244-GEHXGDIADBH8ML4N6FJR/08142_RdV-Cellar-8239_1500px.jpg Wine Country - The Cellars of RdV One of the very top wineries in Virginia is RdV Vineyards in Delaplane. They produce Bordeaux style reds that are deserving of the high acclaim they have received. Image # 08142. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455728514171-PB1PNTVRGLIUF764V8IC/08143_Ugly-sign-Afton_1500px.jpg Wine Country - It's All Beautiful! You may not have been to Afton Mountain Vineyards west of Charlottesville, VA. I fell in love with their sign, which I find to be true: Grapes Don't Grow in Ugly Places. Image # 01843. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503942728198-KPQN8081Z6Y2ZNMSZ7AW/07570_UR_Juanico-winery_9564_3M.jpg Wine Country - Juanico Winery Juanico Winery is the largest winery in Uruguay, and is also one of the best. The wine operations were begun in 1830 by Don Francisco Juanico. Located near Montevideo, they are known for producing exquisite reserve Tannat wines. Image # 07570. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503942745972-5R7E1I60F65V2ZB8QZTC/07571_UR_Juanico-winery-door_3M.jpg Wine Country - The Door to Juanico Juanico Winery is the largest winery in Uruguay, and is also one of the best. The wine operations were begun in 1830 by Don Francisco Juanico. Here is an old door to their underground reserve cellars. Located near Montevideo, they are known for producing exquisite reserve Tannat wines. Image # 07571. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796842793-VPTJLTUORAXXGGKJ8Z69/08342_CA_Napa-Palmaz-tech-7621_3.5M.jpg Wine Country - Palmaz Technology Palmaz Vineyards in Napa is an extraordinary place to visit. A remarkable story of Dr. Palmaz inventing the heart stent and marrying a family with mining skills - led to the funding and construction of an amazing gravity-fed facility that is primarily underground. Remarkable data is projected onto their walls, leading eventually to wonderful cabernets! Image # 08341. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796858311-94PZ6RHPQ4TJ0KMSP375/08341_CA_Napa-Palmaz-caves-7613_4.33M.jpg Wine Country - Palmaz Caves Palmaz Vineyards in Napa is an extraordinary place to visit. A remarkable story of Dr. Palmaz inventing the heart stent and marrying a family with mining skills - led to the funding and construction of an amazing gravity-fed facility that is primarily underground. Extensive caves with wonderful cabernets! Image # 08342. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796871476-M02EV2U99O3JOC78H0CX/08343_CA_Napa-O%27Shaughnessy-7688_4.2M.jpg Wine Country - O'Shaughnessy Cellars The O’Shaughnessy Estate Winery sits at 1,800 feet on Howell Mountain above Napa valley. An impressive facility in a beautiful location. They produce Bordeaux varietals and distinctive Cabernets. Image # 08343. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796881075-NIKNT3HSV7HD17FFEX5G/08344_CA_Calistoga-Water-Truck-7699_3.9M.jpg Wine Country - Need water? This larger-than-life sculpture sits near Calistoga, at the north end of Napa Valley. Just plain fun! Image # 08344. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796887523-0DBERTK1PJHPATLKOX7K/08345_CA_Oakville-Turnbull-7661_3.8M.jpg Wine Country - Turnbull Turnbull Wine Cellars in Oakville, Napa valley, are highly respected for producing estate Cabernets. Image # 08345. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796896238-G76M66TITE46PRL8SML0/08346_CA_Oakville-Hall-Rabbit-7656_4M.jpg Wine Country - The Wine Rabbit Hall Wines is owned by avid art collectors. Their amazing rabbit floats above the vineyards adjacent to Route 29 in St. Helena. Pure fun! Image # 08346. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796903096-33P5TOL6EXAQH1DTW9EN/08347_WA_PepperBridge-7886_4.3M.jpg Wine Country - Pepper Bridge Winery Pepper Bridge Winery has excelled for over twenty years at producing top wines in Walla Walla, Washington. This view is from their entrance looking back toward some of the vines. Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08347. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796910337-TEPHP1CR0Z4JAK9OKPUW/08348_WA_PepperBridge-tasting-7893_4.5M.jpg Wine Country - Pepper Bridge Tasting Pepper Bridge Winery has excelled for over twenty years at producing top wines in Walla Walla, Washington. This is our reserve tasting, surrounded by their wines. What’s not to love? Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08348. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796917714-J09RB0LGHP5S4RQNZOE8/08349_WA_WallaWallaVintners-vineyard-7952_3.3M.jpg Wine Country - Walla Walla Vintners This is one of the prettiest wineries in Walla Walla, Washington. Oh - their wines were delightful as well! Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08349. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796925894-H6IQ8JUA8QUTNPGLHL4P/08350_WA_LongShadows-6240_4.6M.jpg Wine Country - Long Shadows Vintners This is the Chihuly art-infused tasting room at Long Shadows. The winery is a unique symphony of seven ultra-premium wines inspired by international winemakers from the top wine regions of the world. Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08350. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1528117182412-3X2G5967L0J2F3CN2LZF/08351_WA_WoodwardCanyon-6267_4.6M.jpg Wine Country - Woodward Canyon Established in 1981, Woodward Canyon is one of the oldest and most respected wineries in Walla Walla, Washington. A library tasting in their wine cellar is a beautiful experience. Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08351. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1527796945636-55OIQIEB80WNC66BIIDG/08352_WA-WoodwardCanyon-legs-6272_4M.jpg Wine Country - Got legs? During a library tasting in the wine cellar at Woodward Canyon, I noticed my glass wanting more attention - so I stopped swirling and admired its legs. What would you do? Ask me about Tom Olson, Wine Guide Extraordinaire. Image # 08352. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1612808796585-VK4R4OV19LPOTE7QVL16/AllisonInn-wineglasses-3419_3M.jpg Wine Country - Waiting for Action at the Allison Inn The fabled Allison Inn is perfectly located in the heart of the Willamette Valley in Oregon. Three feet away from your private living room are these glasses…. Image # 03419. http://hillart.com/potpourri daily 0.75 2018-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456337573120-WYOLSI5HLO9DZ28JQB52/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Abstracts & Impressionist https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456338368743-3KOCZDDD3J0Y7I82KY8R/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Windows & Doors https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456337339283-H9EC9HMLWKU7GYSDOJX5/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Lighthouses https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456337861610-KK7PB0JJWG1Z2A9FKOFJ/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Food & Temptations https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456779049362-RNADWN5H2CP0MKIGB8JK/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Hot Air Ballooning https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456338138348-7VXV7WI7V5VX0Q09RS6S/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Benches & Chairs https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456337025067-17D0QFCEKVS9I34VFOJW/wayne%40hillart.com Potpourri Flowers & Gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456336527171-OZC1O6I3UXGPA9N22Z0G/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Classic Cars https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456779226042-OFFGHOFDEZ8AGLM7CMDR/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Humor & Whimsy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456335605837-WPNZF6H0CQAG3QVM753N/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Wine Country https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1456777617265-KLE0B3BIYWCZRHV44QDX/image-asset.jpeg Potpourri Patriotism http://hillart.com/amalfi-positano-pompeii-1 daily 0.75 2016-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285399279-921FSNAB73DXB9P92XXO/04728_IT_AmalfiCoast_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - Above Amalfi High above the fabled Amalfi coast, in the tiny village of Ravello, lies a collection of elegant homes and hotels. This is the view from the Il Giardino of the renowned Villa Rufolo, looking out over the southern coast below. This spot is one of my favorite vantage points in all of Italy. Image # 04728. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285399473-COK14RJZ13WY6JYCGWKE/06816_IT_Evening-Positano_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - Evening in Positano John Steinbeck wrote "Positano bites deep. It is a dream place that isn't quite real when you are there and becomes beckoningly real after you have gone." I regard Positano as the jewel on the Amalfi coast. As the sun has set, the sun worshipers have gone and romantic dinners are beginning. The view is to die for as candlelight illuminates al fresco evenings. Imprint this view from the premier hotel in Positano, Le Sirenuse, where Steinbeck stayed in 1953. Remember that Limoncello is the color of Amalfi. Image # 06816. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285399773-YCV8JX7M2KP0NVDU8F15/06817_IT_Positano-fromLeSirenuse_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - Positano from Le Sirenuse It is hard to keep your eyes on the serpentine Amalfi Drive, thirty miles of hairpin turns and narrow tunnels. Vertical cliffs plunge into an impossibly blue Mediterranean. I regard cliff-hanging Positano as the ultimate refuge on the Amalfi coast. This small village is sculpted from the hills down to the shore of the Bay of Salerno, and is a postcard destination. Viewing it from the premier hotel in Positano is the best. Whether it is gently washing away the strains of life or uncovering a new secret to elating your soul, immerse yourself in this unique place. Image # 06817. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285400079-YPXBKQZWYFL7VZYMFJH3/06820_IT_Positano-LeSirenusePool_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - The Pool at Le Sirenuse This is my favorite escape on the Amalfi coast. If Positano is the jewel along this fabled peninsula, Le Sirenuse is the diamond among the jewels. This is where the world's most visible people come to be invisible. Whether you are gently washing away the strains of life or uncovering a new secret to elating your soul, immerse yourself in this unique place. Inhale the tantalizing aroma of ripe lemons. This is a million miles from reality. Go ahead - you deserve it. Image # 06820. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285400354-7BSI21DQFEVTPS6A1727/06821_IT_Positano-LeSirenuse-terrace_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - The Terrace at Le Sirenuse The best dreams begin after your eyes open. I regard Positano as the jewel on the Amalfi coast. The steep village is poised on the shore of the Bay of Salerno, and is a postcard destination. The pool of Le Sirenuse is a lovely oasis of elegance and discretion, with lemon trees and flowers in bloom. From the terrace, you can work on your book or your tan, or watch the dramatic view below. Or wonder why you should ever leave. Life is very good! Image # 06821. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285400840-0BQDRDRR2JLACNA1Z8WV/06825_IT_Ravello-CarusoPool_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - The Pool at Villa Caruso The Amalfi coast is breathtaking (especially if you are driving), and one of its gems is Ravello. It is a magical escape high above the town of Amalfi. The infinity pool at Villa Caruso offers discreet privacy and spectacular tranquility. Image # 06825. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285400633-XR11HINJMJ67OYPL3HE4/06824_IT_Ravello-VillaRufolo-TreeFlowers_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - Flowers of Ravello Ravello is a magical escape high above the town of Amalfi on the Amalfi coast. The large tourist tour buses cannot navigate up the switchbacks, so there are fewer day visitors. Villa Rufolo is the masterwork in Ravello's extensive repertoire of historic showpieces. At the height of its importance in the 13th century it boasted "more rooms than there are days in the year". The terraces of Villa Rufolo are designed around the signature cypress seen here, framed by flowers in the foreground and the distant coast to the east. Why would you ever want to leave? Image # 06824. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285401084-SBALLZE51CWIJOPQ2263/07168_IT_Pompeii-Amphitheater_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - The Amphitheater at Pompeii Pompeii is the city frozen in time by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD. The excavation is extensive and ongoing. Imagine sitting in this amphitheater in Pompeii, awaiting an orator to enlighten the assembled residents about the affairs of the day. Image # 07168. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285401158-NMR77LK9IJR4BJ9M7AQT/07202_IT_Pompeii-baths_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - Pompeii Baths This is one of the chambers for communal baths in Pompeii. Was this before the concept of dieting? Image # 07202. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285401354-8431YSW4UJF9R9RMFOOZ/07203_IT_Pompeii-Statues-in-Baths_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - Statues in the Baths How would you like these men watching you as you enjoyed the baths in Pompeii? Image # 07203. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285401392-1IDS2V6Q7ZIK6XOFSY30/07204_IT_Pompeii_Arch_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - The Arch and the Bad Boy This was one of the main arches in the old city of Pompeii. Notice Mount Vesuvius in the background, trying to look well-behaved. Image # 07204. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285401524-FEFN72M728WOS97XZIFC/07205_IT_Pompeii-Mtn-Monitor_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - The Mountain Monitor There are numerous statues in Pompeii. This one sure looks like his job is to tame the volcano in the background. Good luck with that, Guido! Image # 07205. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285401807-ZG9GF81Z8ZRLYWVNOKZF/07208_IT_Sorrento-schoolbus_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - School Buses of Sorrento You have to love the humor in these bus names! Image # 07208. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285401748-FT6HAF5ZQXQL26KJ6TI8/07207_IT_Pompeii-Columns_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - Columns of Pompeii The architecture revealed in the ruins of Pompeii is truly impressive. We can only imagine what the original city looked like. Image # 07207. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455285401649-6Z39QVVJWXB36XLRRKJ6/07206_IT_Pompeii_Ruins_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - The Remarkable Ruins of Pompeii We can only imagine the advanced civilization developed by the residents of Pompeii, before their world ended with the explosion of Mount Vesuvius nearby. A truly impressive place. Image # 07206. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458331084148-OL9NY65I6HNTDNJOK7ND/08151_IT_Pompeii_1500px.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - If Columns Could Talk You cannot really appreciate the size and complexity of Pompeii until you are there, walking amid the restored ruins. It is so worth doing. Image # 08151. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503504244524-I5KFRWH079WO4X00RG91/04731_IT_Ravello-VillaCimbrone-courtyard_3.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - The Courtyard at Villa Cimbrone High above the town of Amalfi, Ravello presides with a collection of architectural treasures from centuries ago. One of the most impressive is Villa Cimbrone - put it on your list. Image # 04731. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503504275080-BN2Z4DYH99VYYZ1Z110T/04749_IT_Positano-boats_3M.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - The Boats of Positano This colorful family of boats is resting until the visitors arrive to take them out for the day. Behind my tripod is the fabled town of Positano, which contain fascinating shops and many, many steps. Image # 04749. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503504287357-0U1YJVUQQMFYHKIQ0EO5/04757_IT_Positano-from-Agave_3.jpg Amalfi, Positano & Pompeii - Positano from Above The Hotel L'Agave sits just west of the town of Positano, high on a cliff. From their terrace there is a lovely view of Positano, and no tourists are visible! Image #04757. http://hillart.com/newitalian-islands daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287875795-LOZNXRJLLDDJMCLGU3L3/07169_IT_PonzaBoatsTiedUp_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - Tied Up in Ponza I love boats, especially colorful and small. One of the harbors in Ponza gave me a very good time. Image # 07169. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287875750-1XJ7NX00SU33A2QHMVMT/07170_IT_Ponza-Paradise-Boat_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - Paradise in Ponza What a subtle reminder of the memorable qualities of Ponza, an island off the Italian coast. Image # 07170. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287876385-U3KN4FKM3733RRK0RW83/07209_IT_Ponza-Table-4-Two_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - Table for Two After strolling the streets on the island of Ponza, let's sit and have a Pinot Grigio and fresh local seafood. Image # 07209. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287876517-OINCAA5SX2OXR6V0VLXN/07210_IT_Ponza-reflections_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - Reflections of Ponza Just like flames in a fireplace, the subtle reflections in water are hypnotic for me. This is the village of Ponza reflected in the waters of the harbor. Image # 07210. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287876719-3P07QRZ0JQO01NGQNFIJ/07211_IT_Ponza-village_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - The village of Ponza Entering the small harbor of Ponza, you are greeted by the pastel facades of many hillside homes. Image # 07211. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287876770-YEQ1DW7CE0CVDZDECM5V/07212_IT_Ponza-sunrise_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - Sunrise in Ponza Each of us has to awaken every morning. Why not do so in a beautiful setting like Ponza? Image # 07212. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287876971-Y8SI08OIF5JJ6ZAYGUP6/07213_IT-Lipari-windows_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - Windows of Lipari Love the geometry in this photograph, on the Italian island of Lipari! Image # 07213. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287877254-J9FM08C68S8UT93O9OXJ/07214_IT-Lipari-street_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - A Street in Lipari Strolling the streets of the Italian island of Lipari sure beats a day in the office. Image # 07214. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287877186-7KWGPHSQ9G2RNFUCPCYM/07215_IT_Lipari-harbor_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - The Harbor in Lipari This view of the village of Lipari, an Italian island, combines a small slice of the shops and stores with the tiny harbor filled with small pleasure boats. Image # 07215. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455287877416-ICNKGVOK40F83WIUT9NO/07216_IT_Lipari-village_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - Lipari This view of the Italian island of Lipari shows the steep terrain just beyond the village, along with the ruins of an ancient fort on which the cathedral has been built. Image # 07216. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455288414411-D4SD05YUF93BDDK4CRD8/07190_FR_Sicily-cathedral_1500px.jpg Italian Islands - Cathedral in Sicily This timeless cathedral towered over the village of Erice, near Trapani in Sicily. Image # 07190 http://hillart.com/newportofino daily 0.75 2016-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345034044-AORYQIXOISX23RHN768Y/08329_IT-Vernazza-from-above_3M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Vernazza from Above From high on the trail, you can see most of Vernazza. The train on the left is very close to the village, which winds up the hill past the colorful umbrellas. Image #08329 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455288534465-N2FXVPZ2U393MMHT0CG4/02701_IT_CinqueTerra-Vernazza_1500px.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Vernazza in the Cinque Terra The fabled Cinque Terra in Italy is no longer a secret. No cars are allowed, which helps deter the hoards of tourists that visit many Italian treasures. Collectively known as the Five Lands, hidden in tiny coves along the craggy southern stretch of the Ligurian riviera, the five towns for centuries were linked only by mule paths along the cliffs and by fishing boats. The harbor of Vernazza is authentic, in front of the narrow streets with racks of drying grapes and plates of pasta with pesto delivering aromas you cannot resist. Image # 02701. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345343547-E9MLTRWL3N8FWFN193PF/08332_IT-Vernazza-harbor_3M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Boats of Vernazza Most of these simple boats are used by fisherman, and some carry tourists out of the harbor to see the Cinque Terre. Image #08332. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508343743101-VM7DV9ZBT1OFBAK46F1W/08314_IT-Vernazza_4M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - The Harbor in Vernazza Looking down on the Vernazza harbor from the steep trail that connects the village with Monterosso to the west, it appears virtually tourist-free! Image #08314. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345321465-XAB3MRQMAQC8MBO3616W/08331_IT-Vernazza-Marustella_4M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - The Marustella Vernazza was originally a fishing village. This classic boat still works the Ligurian waters offshore. Image #08331. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1504969807210-K1CCUU1QAUFLE89306FT/08301_997-E11_Vernazza-grapes-drying_3M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Grapes Drying for Dessert Wine Climbing the stairs to a Vernazza restaurant, I smelled the strong aroma of grapes drying inside a room nearby. These drying grapes, grown on the vineyards of Cinque Terre, will enjoy an afterlife as sweet Vin Santo wine. Image # 08301. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345297718-A6I217INDJYGONH4QK5L/08330_IT-Vernazza-laundry_3M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Drying Laundry in Vernazza Most homes in the village have laundry drying outside, which after you have been there a day or two, seems entirely normal. Image #08330. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1504969917743-DFIEF1YYT2RP8H9T2VMW/08302_997-E12_Vernazza-town%2Bvineyard_3M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Vineyard of Vernazza Along the steep slopes above Vernazza, grapes ripen in the sun and await the pickers to prepare for the harvest. The grapes have no idea they are growing in a magical place. Image # 08302. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1504969938926-QMIWW3J2UP6HL1DNPRXT/08303_997-E13_Vernazza-town%2Bvineyard_4M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Vernazza The small village of Vernazza is wedged between the rugged coastline and the high hills above. Vineyards form the upper border, and the buildings look out on the ocean below. Part of its charm is the lack of visible corporate development and the absence of cars. Image # 08303. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345881193-RAZOZO3LXUBPSRHP0ZTM/08333_IT-Vernazza-door_3M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - A Door in Vernazza Who knows when this door was built, and the same question about the ancient stairs. Tour books now call this "nostalgic'> Image #08333. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455288535163-XGBS6474YMWHFZZ4O770/02748_IT_Camogli-Afterglo_1500px.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Evening in Camogli The glow of a Mediterranean sunset illuminates the harbor of Camogli, still a slice of genuine Italy undiscovered by tour buses. Ask the artist for the story behind this photograph. Image # 02748. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455288534676-JDQMZ1VJYQDDC8266XJ8/02742_IT_Portofino-Dawn_1500px.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Dawn in Portofino The tiny picture-perfect harbor of Portofino is often the image of Italy featured in the travel promotions. It is a gem, but smaller than it seems in pictures. The Italian riviera is more than an address. It is a collection of iconic travel moments. Just up the hill from this harbor sits the renowned Splendido Hotel, with many stars on their guest list and after the hotel's name. Sit harborside with the artist, enjoy an espresso alongside the pescatori (fishermen) of Portofino. Let's take a ride in the red boat. Ciao! Image # 02742. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455288534755-H2NHT006H07NQAAE85YQ/02740_IT_Portofino-Harbor_1500px.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Portofino Fishing Boat The tiny picture-perfect harbor of Portofino is often the image of Italy featured in the travel promotions. It is a gem, but smaller than it seems in pictures. This classic and colorful fishing boat may not survive the competition with the yachts that vie for space and attention here. Viva pescatori! Image # 02740. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508349372645-286BCEE8VOD78GFFVK4E/08317_IT-Portofino_4M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Portofino from Above Viewed from the castle high above the tiny harbor, Portofino still shows off its pastel colors and tidy boat moorings. This jewel needs to be on your list! Image 08317. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455288534944-NS0E7JMDC0H2OC1NJMGB/02754_IT_Portofino-Harbor_1500px.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - The Portofino Harbor The tiny picture-perfect harbor of Portofino is often the image of Italy featured in the travel promotions. It is a gem, but smaller than it seems in pictures. So how are most of these boats going to get out of the harbor? Image # 02754. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1504969662335-U8497AO5FI17ZA5KGCCL/02723_IT_Portofino-TrompeLoeil_1400px.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Trompe L'oeil Portofino has an impressive number of buildings that have been transformed using trompe l'oeil, in which skilled painting creates the optical illusion that these windows really exist. Only the lower left window is real! Image # 02723. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1504969682082-B1XG885SPYT5NIQ4CBYE/02724_Portofino-TrompeLoeil_1400px.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Go ahead - touch it! Here is an example of the magnificent trompe l'oeil paintings in Portofino. After a glass of wine, I had the courage to examine this wall up close - it is only a wall - there is no window! Image # 02724 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1504969851825-CYBE7NBIE7JO7E4OCFB4/08312_997-M23_Portofino-boats_4M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Head of the Harbor Portofino began as a small fishing village, but became famous for its picturesque harbor and colorfully painted buildings. Fishermen still work out of this harbor. Image # 08312. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1504969701459-OF2HA2ZW98XGOVV01XD7/02730_IT_Portofino-DelfinoRest%2Breflections_1500px.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Reflections The calm Portofino harbor just after sunrise virtually doubles the visual impact of the boats and colorful buildings around the harbor. Image # 08304. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1504969793487-OP5CZD2ESINFULZRE54U/08300_997-E7_Vernazza-stairs-to%239_3M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Who lives in # 9 in Portofino? This lovely doorway leads immediately to stairs up to apartment #9. Of course I wanted to go up the stairs and investigate. I did not. Image # 08300. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455288533744-WQUZ8CFLA5LDRMG55YU5/02715_IT_Portofino-Windows_1500px.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Windows of Portofino Tromp L'oeil is a strong visual part of Portofino, Italy. Much of what you see here is expertly painted to fool the eye. The flowers are real. The lower shutters are real. The underwear is real. Image # 02715. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345893930-QUD34NPMPHASUTXFB68C/08334_IT-Vernazza-buildings_4M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Umbrellas and Buildings At the head of the small harbor in Vernazza, there are colorful umbrellas over two restaurants, with pastel buildings all around. This would be a good time to have a local wine. Image #08334. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345904160-D974FGO7BMT9MP0SE85L/08335_IT-Riomaggiore-stairs_3M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Stairs in Riomaggiore These steep stairs, with no railings, don't quite lead to the bottom unless there is a tall boat at high tide. You are on your own! Image #08335. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345918303-RQUJUKLF8G9QIECGURYI/08336_IT-Riomaggiore-harbor_3M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - The Harbor in Riomaggiore This village has such a tiny harbor that the fishing boats are hauled up the ramp and stored on the sidewalk! Image #08336. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508345926347-HFODN22LR12J87LFWKKD/08337_IT-Manarola-harbor_4M.jpg Portofino & Cinque Terre - Manarola Here you can see the rugged nature of the Cinque Terre. The rail on the left comes from Corniglia, and leads into the tiny village of Manarola. Some fishing boats are stored up on the sidewalk. Image #08337. http://hillart.com/belgium daily 0.75 2016-02-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455045405384-56YZYIBJYRMQH590PE0B/06900_BE_Bruges-scene3_1500px.jpg Belgium - The Bridges of Bruges Little disturbs the impression that the clock stopped in Bruges centuries ago. The quaint city enjoys meandering canals crossed by stone bridges. Image # 06900. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455045405435-C21H4Y0IDRS057XQ1NDF/06901_Bruges-village59_1500px.jpg Belgium - Center City in Bruges Little disturbs the impression that the clock stopped in Bruges centuries ago. The quaint city enjoys meandering canals crossed by stone bridges. These restaurants face the Grote Markt (marketplace) which is the medieval heart of the city. Image # 06901. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455045406784-OKF5NV3O304C3UHF2Q2Q/06902_Bruges-door-21_1500px.jpg Belgium - Door in Bruges This was my favorite door in Bruges. After you visit the beer museum, return to this door and count the coats of paint... Image # 06902. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455045406255-9AUJKGJVC4L7Z1AX33H3/06903_Bruges-scene16_1500px.jpg Belgium - Shades of Cinnamon Little disturbs the impression that the clock stopped in Bruges centuries ago. The quaint city enjoys meandering canals crossed by stone bridges. Bruges offers a charming blend of twelfth-century brick guidhouses and winding canals. Image # 06903. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455045406615-XAG2U9WVBQTOMJZG3OL0/06904_BE_Bruges-canal13_1500px.jpg Belgium - Mirrored Canal Little disturbs the impression that the clock stopped in Bruges centuries ago. The quaint city enjoys meandering canals crossed by stone bridges. Image # 06904. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455045407019-DR7H2KFMW1C2EERFDNQ2/06905_BE_Bruges-canal10_1500px.jpg Belgium - Dawn in Bruges Little disturbs the impression that the clock stopped in Bruges centuries ago. The quaint city enjoys meandering canals crossed by stone bridges. Image # 06905. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455045407271-BCW7FB5D8CIWT622NUAZ/06906_Bruges-scene+5_1500px.jpg Belgium - Classic Bruges Little disturbs the impression that the clock stopped in Bruges centuries ago. The quaint city enjoys meandering canals crossed by stone bridges. Image # 06906. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455045407632-5IC8VJPITVJJBTLSBW0Y/08020_BE_Bruges-window11_1500px.jpg Belgium - Shop Window in Bruges The lace in Bruges is exquisite, as is the chocolate, the beer, the pretzels, and the memorable scenery along the canals. Image # 08020. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652103701272-4V9XNZBYIFOYJIZJV0F3/08507-Bruges-canal-8520_3M.jpg Belgium - Dawn in Bruges Inhale the tranquility of the peaceful canal and village that has not yet come to life. Image #8507. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652103724288-J3AB05M4409NWB7S7PEZ/08508-Bruges-horse-carriage-03037_3M.jpg Belgium - Are You Ready for a Carriage Ride? In the main plaza, horse carriages gradually assemble, hoping for visitors to hire them. Image #08508. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1652103742741-A34HTS66OVSQ74YK44XB/08509-Bruges-Hotel-de-Orangerie-3018_3M.jpg Belgium - Hotel de Orangerie Their dining room faces on this quiet canal. Once the sun rises, the visitors will fill the tour boats and sidewalks. Image #08509. http://hillart.com/death-v-national-park daily 0.75 2016-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454444158118-LRA4WSTLY3AQAICN5FP0/07265_CA_DV_MesquiteDunes_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - The Dunes at Mesquite Flat The pristine sand dunes near Stovepipe Wells are constantly reshaped by the wind, and reach heights of 120 feet. These substantial sand dunes are more impressive against the backdrop of the Amargosa Range, located near the center of Death Valley National Park. Image # 07265. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454447501818-P305VCPEORVRXXFCG8SA/07266_CA_DV_MesquiteDunes_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - Mesquite Flat Dunes The large sand dunes at Mesquite Flat silently sweep across a surreal-looking landscape. As you approach these magnificent dunes, you wonder "where did they come from?" There are theories but no answer to the question. One way to give scale to these dunes: it would take a good hiker at least 90 minutes to go from the artist's tripod to the top peak. Image # 07266. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441804875-79MWIBQ1627HUHCIXTON/07267_CA_DV_MesquiteDunes_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - Land of Contrasts There is a geologic counterpoint to the undulating Mesquite Dunes and the harsh 5,000' Amargosa Mountains close by. The Wind shapes and re-shapes the land continuously. Image # 07267. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441804873-AC9Q8I2VKR9SV6J7QKRI/07268_CA_DV_ZabriskiePt_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - Dawn at Zabriskie Point This view of Manly Beacon at Zabriskie Point demonstrates the varied landscape of Death Valley National Park, from mile-high peaks to below sea-level valleys. This point delivers an extraordinary panoramic view of the Panamint Range on the west side of the giant Salt Playa. Image # 07268. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441805435-3XT4HXLRBH77W1CLBUBW/07271_CA_DV_ZabriskiePt_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - The View from Zabriskie Point Looking down from Zabriskie Point in the soft pre-dawn light, these foothills display remarkably diverse coloring. These colors come alive when direct sunlight hits them. Image # 07271. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441805473-TOI4ZX2JCAWPM8BM1ECY/07272_CA_DV_Artists-Palette_1500.jpg Death Valley National Park - The View at Artist's Palette No, this is not Neapolitan ice cream. Varied mineral deposits, left by volcanic activity near these ancient black mountains, create a spattering of colored rocks along the drive near Artist's Point in Death Valley National Park. Image # 07272. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441806081-9C5OVYQKJDA1R0P05SPY/07274_CA_DV_Artists-Palette_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - Kaleidescope The Funeral Mountains in Death Valley National Park earned their name by being part of a harsh environment to early visitors. Many who wanted to pass through this valley during their search for gold in California did not survive. Despite this information, the appearance of this lunar topography is extremely attractive to a geologist. Image # 07274. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441805984-BHTD5MLOFMIW7QNETCAZ/07275_CA_DV_Artists-Palette_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - Death Warmed Over These bone-dry multi-colored rock formations rise above Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park. The high salt content on the valley floor makes plant life impossible, and gives the area an unearthly landscape. These richly tinted hills change color as the light travels across the sky. Image # 07275. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441806869-IVUU8XNO7UANURI6EBOJ/07277_CA_DV_Racetrack_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - The Racetrack Death Valley's moving rocks in the Racetrack Playa create questions. How did they get there, how do they move? These rocks weigh up to 700 pounds yet mysteriously travel extended lengths of the desert without anything to move them but the wind. Image # 07277. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441806549-DBLH3XXP8F9UU8729EOJ/07278_CA_DV_Racetrack_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - Rock & Roll Death Valley's moving rocks are indeed mysterious. A research project suggested that a rare combination of rain and wine enable the rocks to move as far as 1,500 feet. Rain of 1/2" will wet the mud surface of the playa, providing a firm but extremely slippery surface. Strong winds in excess of 90 mph are common in Death Valley, and may skid the large boulders across the slick mud. Image # 07278. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441807430-IXTA6PSLUMREA8QW9TDY/07279_CA_DV_Racetrack_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - Big Boy Wins the Race Death Valley National Park is the hottest, driest and lowest spot in North America. This image was made in a difficult-to-reach remote area of the large park. The mystery surrounding these sliding rocks made the rugged 4-wheel drive journey worthwhile. Image # 07279. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454441807380-SZOFCX5U6U45WHLZEE23/07280_CA_DV_Racetrack_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park - Sliding Rocks The "Racetrack" in the northwestern corner of Death Valley features large rocks that appear to have skated across the mud flats, when the high wind and rare rain-covered mud allowed for it. A unique phenomenon in nature! Mirages are common on this surface and on the giant Salt Playa as well. Image 07280. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Death Valley National Park http://hillart.com/yellowstone daily 0.75 2016-03-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512433128-IAB807V9JCPGXWIXTDTM/06864_Yellow-HaydenVal_1500pxjpg Yellowstone National Park - The Hayden Valley The Hayden Valley was formed 10,000 years ago when melting glacial ice 3,000 feet thick created a lake larger than today's Yellowstone Lake. The tree line around the perimeter marks the ancient shoreline. The valley, 9 miles long and 6 miles wide, is the year-round home for nearly a thousand bison; elk and grizzly bears also frequent the valley. Savor the sense of open space as bison graze near the tranquil Yellowstone River. Image # 06864. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512433384-31H4HVBEFQAC0QDYNXKR/06865_WY_GCanyon-Abstract_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Grand Canyon Abstract The Yellowstone River eroded a deep chasm known as the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The steep sides of the canyon's walls express the park's complex geologic history with colored sandstone and occasional vegetation offer many treats for the artist's eye. There is also a sense of littleness as we try to comprehend the mighty architecture of nature. Image # 06865. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512433780-6F2YDLS72VI5BR11DWZH/06866_Perfect-S-Curve_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - A Perfect S Curve The expansive Hayden Valley offers visitors lots of wildlife, and miles of open space with no hand of man. The Yellowstone River creates one of the finest examples of the classic "S curve" this artist has ever seen. Travel vicariously with me - so that you measure luxury not in the stars your hotel has earned, but in the absence of footprints through the lands you visit. Image # 06866. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512433740-ENH717TL93EV0KLQRGEU/06867_YellowstoneLk-Smoke_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Smoke on the Shore The graceful hills on the eastern shore of Yellowstone Lake are softened by smoke from several fires. Fires are common in Yellowstone, often launched by lightning. Memories made in Yellowstone will last infinitely longer than you think. Image # 06867. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512434344-XPH4MFN9K2ZWYJHZCLVH/06868_Yellowst-LamarVal_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Changing Seasons In the Lamar Valley, this colorful stand of Cottonwood trees are at peak color in late September, even though the bison nearby are unimpressed. The howl of wolves can often be heard in this remote valley, and they can sometimes be seen hunting. Image # 06868. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512434430-W6C26J2TAHYBPWSI09EL/06869_Yellow-Mammoth_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Mammoth Thermals Hydro-thermal features are fragile rarities of nature, with water that traces its source back to an underground world. Yellowstone preserves the largest collection of hydro-thermal features on the planet. The many diverse limestone formations around Mammoth Hot Springs are fascinating to observe. Image # 06869. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512434962-DTVRPCPJF3TC8DHC3WTM/06870_Yellow-Mammoth_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Mammoth Hot Springs This hydro-thermal feature in Yellowstone's Mammoth Hot Springs area offers remarkable variety to the eye. A network of fractures and fissures form the remarkable plumbing system that allows boiling water from underground to reach the surface. This is definitely a "look but don't touch" zone! Image # 06870. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512435030-0KWO62EHR1QKZ2V8O1QQ/06871_Yellow-Old-Faithful_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Old Faithful Yellowstone National Park has the world's largest collection of geysers. Old Faithful is in the Upper Geyser Basin, one of three large geyser basins along the Firehole River. Fueled by the volcano 3-5 miles underground that is still active, many of the hydro-thermal features are filled with boiling water. This iconic geyser erupts on a fairly regular interval (about every 70 minutes), and attracts crowds of visitors to watch each performance. Image # 06871. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512435623-I5CRHXY8DA462WM6I7J0/06872_Yellow-WThumb_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - West Thumb Gem Yellowstone is a diverse and mysterious land which inspired early explorers to persuade the U.S. Government to create the world's first national park. More than 10,000 thermal features are located in the park, more than anyplace else on earth. This paint pot is very hot, very colorful, very mysterious. Image # 06872. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512435586-Y5LTITNUKWTDURQMAKQJ/06873_Yellow-Geothermal_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Blue Bell by the Lake Boiling water sure can be colorful. This is one of the deepest geothermal features in Yellowstone, in the West Thumb area 100 yards from Yellowstone Lake. Image # 06873. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512436083-5V70DV8XHNC84DJAHMLV/06874_Bison-Yellowst-Lake_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Bison by Yellowstone Lake Immerse yourself in the diverse wonders of Yellowstone National Park. This was America's very first National Park, an idea that has spread worldwide. Bison roam freely all over Yellowstone, and here provide a welcome foreground to Yellowstone Lake as they wander across the "front yard" of the Lake Village Lodge. Image # 06874. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512436065-69DV3FOGVZN3U1TPKDDB/37178_The-Chief-Yellowst_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - The Chief This giant bison met me near the Madison River in Yellowstone National Park. I had been stationed 200 yards away with my tripod and camera, and watched him slowly move toward me. Not sure whether my good looks or his curiosity motivated his approach. Despite the 20-below temperature, his powerful presence gave me all the adrenalin I needed to make this photograph and then move on! Image # 37178. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512436338-AEG0P4WOSG6PE80IU0CR/37180_Yellow-Mute-Swan_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Mute Swan The regal Mute Swan is a large bird, often 25 pounds as an adult. They are not native to North America, but have adapted well to various ecosystems in the United States. They are voracious eaters of submerged aquatic vegetation and generally live as one of a pair for life. This swan honored me as it passed slowly by in Yellowstone's Madison River. Image # 37180. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512436907-ERWX17N91LEYMV0RFME0/37186_Yellow-frost-leaves_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Frosty Leaves When frost visits leaves during cold nights, it often enhances their look. These were photographed near the Madison River in Yellowstone National Park at 10-below zero. Image # 37186. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454512437052-BOGWSRZKD9RRRD1HS8BR/37311_GC-of-the-Yellowstone_1500px.jpg Yellowstone National Park - Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone In the northern part of Yellowstone National Park lies this dramatic chasm with a dazzling palette of reds and yellows. While it is much smaller than the "real" Grand Canyon, it stretches 20 miles and projects rugged beauty in the strata that reveal its formative process. Image # 37311. http://hillart.com/newnew-mexico daily 0.75 2023-06-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1686142132597-GAOKTKJT6HMSBEO1PWM5/new-08272_MonVal-Cupcakes%2BMittens-1710_1M.jpg New Mexico - The Cupcakes The distant formations have names, but the two “bumps” in the foreground did not. So I named them the Cupcakes. Image #08272. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1686142143602-262UYD3E4XMN9QH39IOX/new-06769_Ear-of-Wind-sheepherder_1M.jpg New Mexico - The Ear of the Wind This classic place is enhanced by the presence of the sheep and the sheepherder, Image #06769. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1686142102773-XBPR18LRXY36Y2W29SFA/new-08274_MonVal-JohnFordPt-1834_1M.jpg New Mexico - John Ford Point Film director John Ford made many movies in Monument Valley - so many that this prominent point is named for him. Image #08274. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1686142164492-3XFHQH2LOOJVK9FIKLTY/new-06764_N_Window_Monuments_400px.jpg New Mexico - The North Window The monuments are beautifully positioned to be viewed from this spot. Image #06764. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1686142153999-HO62J4C7EEYJ3ZW14B97/new-06766_TearDropArch7_1M.jpg New Mexico - Tear Drop Arch The framing of the monuments in this arch is unique. Very difficult to reach this spot, but worth it. Image #06766. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1686142119402-N5XGMVBHWBXRF65YFLL0/new-08273_MonVal-Artists-Pt-1873_1M.jpg New Mexico - Artists Point The balance between the dramatic foreground and the classic background make the title perfect. Image #08273. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1686142186559-D8Y2HVZGQ49QH3XDFXDM/new-06756_AZ-MonValley-TotemPole4_1M.jpg New Mexico - The Totem Poles The steep sand hill in the foreground leads your eye into the dramatic rock formation in the distance. Image #06756. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956919202-17QGUWFQ4UM0AJ3C27M4/04167_WhiteSands-grasses_1500px.jpg New Mexico - White Sands In southern New Mexico, the White Sands National Monument offers wonderful displays of light, shadow and texture early and late in the day. Image # 04167. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956918926-DKJMUNC5ANFLDBNSV9EI/04180_WhiteSands-shadows_1500.jpg New Mexico - Sand and Shadow Early light on the White Sands in southern New Mexico means working fast as an artist before it changes! Image # 04180. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956919673-3SMFC5ZE4WKYW43LYKZ1/04210_Taos-Pueblo_1500px.jpg New Mexico - The Taos Pueblo North of Santa Fe, New Mexico sits one of the most impressive pueblos in America, which still in use. Image # 04210. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956919863-8CGPGGMMMWIW8XDGBB2V/04255_Rancho-de-Taos_1500px.jpg New Mexico - Rancho de Taos This church near Santa Fe, New Mexico was a favorite subject for Ansel Adams when he came to the area to visit Georgia O'Keeffe. Great symmetry and a sense of history. Image # 04255. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956920153-YQQO4TZVV7ZA649ZRHGC/04260_SantaFe-LaFonda_1500px.jpg New Mexico - The La Fonda The La Fonda Hotel is an icon in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Many dignitaries who have visited this wonderful walkable town have stayed here. I love architectural details, as you see here in image # 04260. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956920193-A5RCTMQX7DSYWKKOPD06/04284_HotAir-BalloonFiesta_1500px.jpg New Mexico - Up, Up and Away! The first two weekends in October find the skies above Albuquerque filled with color and whimsy as the Hot Air Balloon Fiesta amazes and entertains all who look up into the sky. Image # 04284. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956920385-DJFUREDBPL699NVW4XV2/07552_Taos-Chimayo-3980_1500px.jpg New Mexico - El Sanctuario de Chimayo The Shrine at Chimayo was built from adobe in 1816, and is a revered sanctuary to many who come as part of their spiritual pilgrimage. It is a very serene place. Image # 07552. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956920502-0YWAE7RBH8U95CNCUZN4/07553_Taos-Chimayo-3982_1500px.jpg New Mexico - The Shrine at Chimayo Inside the walled courtyard is the adobe sanctuary with a bell tower on each side. The walls are more than 3 feet thick, and the property was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1970. Image # 07553. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956920728-1BD7PFIY1040P6Z1Q9GP/07554_NM_Ranchos-de-Taos_1500pxM.jpg New Mexico - Ranchos de Taos The Ranchos de Taos is an historic district which includes the San Francisco de Asis Mission Church. Image # 07554. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956920797-WJVGVVWAOS6TIUL5E23X/07555_NM_Ranchos-de-Taos_1500px.jpg New Mexico - San Francisco de Assis This historic church was completed in 1815, as a result of land grants by Mexico and the hard work of 63 Spanish families. Image # 07555. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956921182-4MKE299T1YK0G3EZZ4FN/07556_Taos-blue-door-daffodils_1500px.jpg New Mexico - Yellow and Blue You have to admire the courage of these daffodils to emerge in this harsh landscape, near the Ranchos de Taos. Image # 07556. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956921269-FD38OUWVMYCHJQ5R9FBJ/07557_Taos-blue-door-wreath_1500px.jpg New Mexico - The wreath Practicing the artistic advice that "Less is more" really helped organize this elegant image. Located near the Ranchos de Taos. Image # 07557. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956921574-98UG0NU7LUIFCVL7KEOQ/07558_Taos-Pueblo-4046_1500px.jpg New Mexico - The Pueblo in Taos The historic Taos Pueblo is the only living Native American community designated both a National Historic Landmark and an World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Image # 07558. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956921538-S16T2EQW5XOS5RB0282H/07559_Taos-Pueblo-4018_1500px.jpg New Mexico - Centuries of Tradition These adobe buildings have been continuously inhabited for over 1,000 years. Image # 07559. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956921792-1WSB6QCFA643HW9I7JCY/07560_Taos-Pueblo-ladder-4015_1500px.jpg New Mexico - Stairway to Heaven The simplicity of these living quarters is fascinating from the outside, and we are not permitted to venture within them. I loved this ladder and could not resist the title. Image # 07560. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956921971-8OAKJM1SHP3J8XK7I75U/07561_Taos-Pueblo-door-4016_1500px.jpg New Mexico - Adobe and Blue Everything in these large living pueblo buildings seems uniform - except for their doorways. Image # 07561. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956922031-5KF8F3PCY82509TRVB1Q/07564_SantaFe-wreath-4003_1500px.jpg New Mexico - Blue Doors The wreath is the real star in this composition, but please allow the doors to think they are more important. Image # 07564. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956923268-XBOMUO05IP1E3L7Y832V/07565_NM_SantaFe-La+Fonda-3951_1500px.jpg New Mexico - The La Fonda This iconic hotel sits on a prominent corner on the plaza in Santa Fe, and its distinctive appearance and ambience have made it a beloved landmark for generations. Image # 07565. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956923263-0I61FJ133AAG6QWOAPOS/07566_NM_SantaFe-La+Fonda-3963_1500px.jpg New Mexico - La Fonda on the Plaza The La Fonda is Santa Fe's oldest and best known hotel, built in 1929. The legendary Santa Fe Trail ended at La Fonda. Image # 07566. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956924082-X4NMD5G4FA57O80ILNJJ/07568_NM_SantaFe-HSecurity-3948_1500px.jpg New Mexico - Homeland Security This was a fascinating blanket on display in Santa Fe. It's all in the perspective. Any questions? Image # 07568. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956923849-AS75SFVV5OS1XMTG1D83/07569_SantaFe-StFrancis-3958_1500px.jpg New Mexico - St. Francis Cathedral The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi, commonly known as Saint Francis Cathedral, is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Santa Fe. Image # 07569. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956924516-0JVC0P12T9AACT86ZDO9/07570_SantaFe-StFrancis-3960_1500px.jpg New Mexico - St. Francis of Assisi This impressive statue shows St. Francis, an Italian Catholic friar and the patron saint of the diocese, as he might have ministered in Assisi. Image # 07570. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956924497-PNZ1TJ80TM4E73EYVTML/08025_Taos-MagicSky-Ranchos-Taos_1500px.jpg New Mexico - The Magic Sky Not far from downtown Taos is the caption for this remarkable sky overhead. The renowned painter Georgia O'Keeffe loved the light in this region, and perhaps the sky is the real reason. Image # 08025. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956924996-KZGL52IB7ZAUZYWW5OD9/08027_Taos-Pueblo-dreamcatcher4049_1500px.jpg New Mexico - The Dream Catcher There are several fascinating elements within the Taos Pueblo - and this is one. Image # 08027. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454956924781-YSJ4EI99NB0ZGFSW1WLV/08228_Taos-Pueblo-4013_1500px.jpg New Mexico - Pueblo Life Residents of the Taos Pueblo still rely on ladders. In earlier centuries, they relied on them for defense, and pulled them up at night to keep unwanted visitors away. Image # 08228. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg New Mexico http://hillart.com/new-architectural-gms daily 0.75 2016-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617762367-WP8SXXWIEXKAHSAX1AGG/01098_DC_NatlBldgMuseum_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - Monument to Classic Architecture When this remarkable building was built before 1900, it was the largest brick building in the world. It was known for its first hundred years as "the Pension Building", and now houses The National Building Museum. It is one of the most impressive interiors in America. I first saw this interior early in the evening as I arrived to photograph an Inaugural Ball. I was more impressed with this amazing atrium than with all the VIPs. Image # 01098. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617762538-IZDLD8TB4ADIKR4BO0Y6/01119_DC_Capitol_Reflections_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - Capitol Reflection All is calm and quiet on Capitol Hill, which is rather rare. This view from the west is one of my favorite perspectives on the U. S. Capitol. Who would imagine that a busy highway passes underneath this reflecting pool? Image # 01119. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1624923712113-MVI1OD9KGOLK2TQEALIH/36964_GW_Statue_inNatCath_3M.jpg Architectural Gems - Founding Father This impressive statue projects the strength and vision of our first president, George Washington. Where do you think it is? Image #36964. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617762649-4EEJAPR1O77SCUP0DHDV/01136_SupremeCourt-w-fountain_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - Our Highest Court Few places in Washington project more dignity than the Supreme Court. Completed in 1935, it features classic Corinthian columns and projects importance. The wonderful detail travels all the way around the building. It was completed under its budget of $10M (I doubt that would happen today). Image # 01136. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617762799-8B462IS8AQW8N8EVY05R/01148_DC_The-White-House_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - The Most Famous House I created this portrait of America's most famous residence, which is a diverse symbol to most Americans depending on their view of the current occupant. This is the ultimate "home office." Image # 01148. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617763136-QOTWVGNC07AG15TJTZF9/04858_DC_Inaugural_Flags_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - Inaugural Flags This is a dramatic view of the huge American flags that hang on the west front of the U. S. Capitol one day every four years, as the perfect backdrop for the Presidential Inaugural ceremony. Ask me to tell you the story behind this photograph... Image # 04858. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617762950-WN4Z4FFW2HMCI83GPK2Z/04917_DC_NatlArchives_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - National Archives The National Archives is an important stop when visiting Washington, D.C. Before entering, enjoy the ornate carving above the main entrance. I know that they don't build 'em like this today! This gem was built long before "value engineering"! Image # 04917. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617764311-5G7LF1LJRQ1SZUW1ZLPY/07248_DC_USCapitolRotunda_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - The Rotunda in the Capitol This magnificent Capitol rotunda presides above ornate sculptures, 8 historic paintings each 12' wide, and key statues of American leaders. This rotunda is the symbolic heart of the Capitol. Image # 07248. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617765428-CTFOX06NN6KCLT2DIV7H/07250_DC_USCap-PresEntrance_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - The Presidential Entrance When the President enters the chamber to address Congress, we who watch on TV always see his entrance from the side with Congress. Here is the corridor leading to that entrance door. Image # 07250. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617765090-XEEN8YZ6PXYPJJB0QJBS/36162_DC_Aerial_Fed_Triangle_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - On Top of the World This higher-altitude aerial image contains a lot of information about architectural Washington, and reveals fascinating detail about the plan for the mall and monuments. I used to see old D.C. Transit buses bearing the destination "Federal Triangle" and wondered what it meant. The infamous "triangle" is much more obvious from a helicopter than from the ground. Image # 36162. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617769220-V49XY8FDT91WW6BDPZXA/37022_DC_NatlBldgMus-columns_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - Columns at the National Building Museum Most visitors are drawn to the overall perspective of the majestic interior of the National Building Museum. I was intrigued by these columns, located on the long sides of the upper floors. He has used this image in innovative mirror combinations in corners of offices. Image # 37022. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617765672-RF4J345VDCQOALH33702/36272_DC_Flag+over+Capitol_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - Long May It Wave I was inspired by the classic look of this crisp American flag flying above the east front of the U. S. Capitol. Image # 36272. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617767216-3FGR6TOSL5FYV1NOH7L8/36350_DC_NGA_Geometry_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - NGA Geometry Peeking between the two buildings of the National Gallery of Art in Washington is the Washington Monument. Image # 36350. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617767154-WNWG7WCB93TRVS7LK0PQ/36484_DC_Capitol-in-Snow_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - The Capitol in Snow There is calm on Capitol Hill. The hot air that so often tarnishes what we learned in civics class has been cleansed by the fresh snow, seen in this dawn image # 36484. We are left to admire one very beautiful and impressive building. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617767932-E15EWM4CADJNLPRHK4SL/36698_DC_Capitol_Azaleas_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - The Capitol in Spring Azaleas at their peak add a colorful foreground to this May portrait of the U S. Capitol. Image # 36698. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617768512-RQ7SJPWGMMR9ESAVVRUN/36824_DC_SupremeCourt_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - Calm at the Supreme Court A striking view of an impressive building that is not usually this tranquil. Image # 36824. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458335274971-DA9RSTED40XTRU6PIVOJ/36849_DC_Air%26Space-Sculpture_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - Air & Space Sculpture In front of the Air & Space Museum sits this very contemporary sculpture. It is elegant and provocative, and hardly appreciated. Image # 36849. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617762820-UO9O54CA8GDMVI4BK80U/01137_DC_Supreme_Court_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - The Supreme Court Few places in Washington display more dignity than the Supreme Court. Completed in 1935, it features classic Corinthian columns and projects importance. It was completed under its budget of $10M (that would not happen today). I was amused at the discoloration of the center steps, clearly a sign of too many lawyers. Image # 01137. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617764104-3QC2WSFF4M993NW0PXH4/07249_DC_USCap-Rotunda_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - Under the Dome The room beneath the Capitol dome and rotunda is ornate and definitely projects "character". Image # 07249. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454617763545-MR65PXXXB3PQHR28FIP4/07247_DC_USCapitol-Rotunda_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems - The Capitol Rotunda It is hard to grasp the scope of this remarkable room. It would be very easy to get a sore neck staring straight up for as long as you'd like to admire this magnificent "ceiling" in the Capitol! The dome rises 180' in the air, and the rotunda is 180' in diameter. Image # 07247. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Architectural Gems http://hillart.com/newkentucky daily 0.75 2016-02-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936830865-CQSWE8L167X63SBFZ6W1/07456_KY_Four-Arabians_1500px.jpg Kentucky - A Taste of Bluegrass This image was almost titled "Four Arabians" but rather than focus on details, simply enjoy these magnificent animals. Image # 07456. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936834289-GEYTDTIQA7H3XYSF28SO/07458_KY_MakersMark_1500px.jpg Kentucky - Makers Mark The grounds at the Makers Mark distillery are beautiful and relaxed, giving no hint of the hard, hot work happening inside their production facility. This is America's only handmade bourbon - never mass produced, and is a National Historic Landmark. Image # 07458. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936831184-JG145BKGLVL712UP5GNN/07459_KY_Loretto-sign_1500px.jpg Kentucky - A Spiritual Choice I was driving down this country road, looking for the isolated campus of Maker's Mark. I had no idea there was another spiritual destination nearby... These appear to be the only "games in town." Image # 07459. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936831540-F2D5EMPT48RY8FWG5CFR/07460_KY_BuffaloTrace-flowers_1500px.jpg Kentucky - Bourbon Flowers Can we talk? If you were a collection of colorful flowers and plants, would you want to be planted in an ordinary garden or in a bourbon-infused barrel? Buffalo Trace is the oldest continually operating distillery in America. Image # 07460. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936831733-FDDM5K9DVC49I0W7USCN/07461_KY_Magdalena-3horses_1500px.jpg Kentucky - Magdalena Ladies This little lady is in training, and is traveling around the paddocks at Magdalena Farm with beautiful role models. Image # 07461. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936831934-ZDACTJGY2N5W33DBD4ZF/07462_KY_Magdalena-stables_1500px.jpg Kentucky - The Stables at Magdalena The historic Magdalena Farm is a boarding and training facility for thoroughbreds. The land was originally deeded to Capt. David Shely for his service in the Revolutionary War. Image # 07462. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936832182-PX7YWLEAGJ7N7G7MYBEX/07463_KY_Magdalena-stables_1500px.jpg Kentucky - A Manicured Life These are a few of the beautiful stables on Magdalena Farm, north of Lexington. Every horse is fed and bathed daily, walked and trained - even has nap time. Image # 07463. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936832296-WG3F05R77OYQSLSIH9Y6/07465_KY_Keeneland-2horses_1500px.jpg Kentucky - Shall We Dance? An experienced horse person would know exactly what is going on here. It may be practice, it may be a test for dominance, it may be dance. Image # 07465. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936832589-HDM748GF8U9KEV34SEI8/07466_KY_KYHorsePark_1500px.jpg Kentucky - Kentucky Horse Park The Kentucky Horse Park is a wonderful ambassador of the world of horse racing to visitors. More than 1,200 rolling acres showcase the heritage of horses, including shows that feature retired champions. Here is one of hundreds of delightful views, most of the rest with horses in them! Image #07466. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936832830-6HTP08NUWECZMZC6EXZL/07467_KY_Keeneland-2horses_1500px.jpg Kentucky - Could This be a Kiss? In one of the paddocks on Keeneland Farm, these horses were engaging in spirited behavior. Fun to watch. Image # 07467. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936833060-CE6DILIIOHMBS0OF2BGT/07468_KY_Manchester-Farm_1500px.jpg Kentucky - The Fences at Manchester The double fence concept was developed to add security, as horses are very unlikely to jump two fences. I just thought they made a perfect compositional lead-in to the classic bard. Image # 07468. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454936833345-GIG5KVCQ6YZ622THX30M/07469_KY_Manchester-Farm_1500px.jpg Kentucky - Manchester Farm These beautiful horses have no idea they live in one of the most elegant "barns" in America. Image #07469. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458918563183-B23HVKO5X34MPLUULKBH/08152_KY_ManchesterHorseFarm_1500px.jpg Kentucky - Louisville Horse Farm The Manchester Farm is one of the most beautiful in blue grass country. Both the prized horses and the awesome "barn" are worthy of stopping by the road, and wondering how lucky the horses are. Image # 08152. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Kentucky http://hillart.com/newvirginia daily 0.75 2016-02-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028885423-HXAF7ALQ4HSGVOLZ5OLN/02221_VA_Mabry_Mill_1500px.jpg Virginia - Morning at the Mabry Mill Do you need stress relief? Slow down beside the rhodos and the old millpond at the Mabry Mill, located at milepost 181 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in southwest Virginia. This picturesque mill began operating in 1908. The National Park Service lists the Parkway as the most visited site in the National Park system. Yet this image offers a wonderful sense of calm and a healthy dose of nostalgia. I can also recommend the pancakes in the restaurant 100 yards behind my tripod... Image # 02221. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1574777707115-K8LDJ9ISZD3YBBP2G4EM/_0_08111_Meadowlark-Lights_3M.jpg Virginia - Meadowlark Walk of Lights There are more than 500,000 lights that create an evening wonderland at Meadowlark Gardens in Vienna, VA. Some “perform” to choreographed music, some feature squirrels climbing trees, all are enchanting to see. Image #08111. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028885997-T3VCGY2FCWCB4VF4QP19/02283_VA_GF-of-the-Potomac_1500px.jpg Virginia - Great Falls of the Potomac This large-format panoramic image conveys the power of the Potomac River as it descends through Great Falls at dawn. Many people consider these Great Falls to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here, the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls before it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502906019969-2VETBD83HEFPOSU48WKE/39116_MD_Dawn-on-Assateague%2C+VA_3M.jpg Virginia - Dawn on Assateague Shhh! Stay still and admire one of the locals looking for breakfast in the Assateague Island National Seashore. This is a special place to experience nature - thanks to the foresight of the National Park Service. Image # 39116. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028886591-WW491L7SELYR2HPO55O1/02328_VA_WmsbgColonialPal_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Palace Gardens The Governor's Palace in Colonial Williamsburg is impressive as an architectural anchor to what was once the capital of Virginia. These formal gardens that perform in the "back yard" are equally impressive. Image # 02328. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028887210-BSFG8W1WGURZQKEHJJTL/02331_VA_Crim_Dell_1500px.jpg Virginia - Crim Dell at William and Mary I made this large-format panoramic image of the most romantic setting on the campus of The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Ask any graduate significance of the Crim Dell and the bridge. Image # 02331. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503331684985-I3LG6EF6KI5A9ZMQ1O82/01074_VA_Pentagon_aerial_3M.jpg Virginia - Freedom is Not Free I made this striking photograph from a helicopter five years before 9/11/01, not knowing how powerful it would be today. It is fitting to locate one of the world's most powerful buildings in view of the beautiful skyline of our nation's capitol. When the Pentagon was built, it was the largest building in the world, and remains a symbol of the gift of freedom provided by our magnificent men and women serving in the Armed Forces. Image # 01074. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028885897-PXTGYQY5YRVDOY5R4TXK/01645_VA_Snickersville_Store_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Snickersville Store For 150 years, this general store served the residents near the Snickersville Turnpike in Bluemont, Loudoun County, VA. You could find fly paper and fresh sandwiches, along with frequent advice. The building is still there, but the vitality of this community icon is but a memory. Image # 01645. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028887796-3IRUKN3SEZY57MYF37LY/02334_VA_WmsbgCCmpbellGrdn_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Garden Bench Imagine the conversations that this bench has heard, surrounded by tulips in Williamsburg. Bring a companion, walk across the oyster shell pathway, have a seat and create your own conversation to add to the legacy of this bench. Image # 02334. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028887895-BUC2KZX9KJ3BO6HCQ6YC/02854_VA_CIT-Bldg_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Innovative CIT The Center for Innovative Technology, in Herndon, Virginia, indeed has a very innovative profile, and creates conversation whenever people see it driving on the Dulles Toll Road. I know that it is rare to look up at a building and see reflections of trees! Very smart people work inside this building. Image # 02854. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028888220-67RFO2GFDY3GO6CN7O3U/02861_VA_MtVernon-courtyard_1500px.jpg Virginia - Arriving at Mount Vernon This is the stately home of President George Washington. His guests would have arrived either by boat on the Potomac River, or more likely by carriage to this side of the mansion. His butler is waiting to take your horses for a drink while you do the same... Image # 02861. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028888382-WXOWBILMMSLBXD3Q82AU/02866_VA_MtVernon-Efront_1500px.jpg Virginia - The East Front of Mount Vernon Few places in the Washington region offer more beauty, more tranquility, or a more timeless perspective than the home of George Washington. Enjoy this stately perspective with early morning light, well before the visitors arrive. Image # 02866. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028888704-24TJOPGL7W2BD0126JU2/02868_VA_Mt-Vernon-Wfront_1500px.jpg Virginia - The West Front of Mount Vernon Few places in the Washington region offer more beauty, more tranquility, or a more timeless perspective than the home of George Washington. Enjoy this stately perspective with early morning light, well before the visitors arrive. Image # 02868. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028889335-WC69VB2L78RSH0NMCLVZ/02888_VA_Lawn-at-WolfTrap_1500px.jpg Virginia - Lawn Life at Wolf Trap Take a picnic, take a blanket, take good friends, and head to America's only National Park for the Performing Arts. A great way to spend an evening! My panoramic mosaic of people prior to the performance is fun to study - you may even be in it! Image # 02888. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028889381-N756B9CMK1YZ6WJHQG09/02910_VA_White%27s_Ferry_1500px.jpg Virginia - Morning at White's Ferry White's Ferry is one of America's oldest ferries, crossing the Potomac River to connect north Leesburg, VA with south Darnestown, MD. I believe this is the most nostalgic way to cross the river - if you haven't tried it, check it out! Image # 02910 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028889765-66IFD6304BMKP6QCQBPF/02919_VA_Meadowlark-Fall_1500px.jpg Virginia - Meadowlark Performance Meadowlark Gardens is one of the gems you can enjoy in any season, located in Vienna, Virginia. It is a sanctuary of beauty and calm with trails and lakes. October changes the greenscape to a symphony with its vibrant colors of October. Come and sit on a bench, look and listen to the music of nature. Image # 02919. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028887568-ITGBZ0MZ3CH6QXIGNP19/02299_VA_Meadowlark-Spring_1500px.jpg Virginia - Meadowlark in May Meadowlark Gardens is one of the gems you can enjoy in any season. Located in Vienna, Virginia, it is a beautiful 95-acre preserve of gardens and flowers, trees and ponds. Image # 02299. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028890000-VZH7T3RGH5LJ5MTBLLO4/02951_VA_Dulles-at-dusk_1500px.jpg Virginia - Dulles at Dusk This is a rarely-seen profile of the main terminal, using the skylights of the international arrivals area as a foreground. The architect Eero Saarinen was a genius! You will have to ask me about how this image # 02951 was made. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028890103-YW8HMY2IOBYFXOLCR6SS/02953_VA_Dulles-WingSaarinen_1500px.jpg Virginia - Wing of Saarinen The main terminal at Dulles is among the most distinctive airport terminals in the world, designed by Eero Saarinen in 1962. This image conveys the spirit of flight the architect intended in his dramatic design. Image # 02953. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028890564-Z9DW9KS1AOJGPA6N0JNA/02973_VA_Dulles-Abstract_1500px.jpg Virginia - Dulles Abstract This is NOT a column, helping to hold up the large and heavy concrete roof of the main terminal. This is the most elegant concealment for a drain pipe, allowing five acres of water or melting snow to leave the roof of the terminal. I believe that the architect Eero Saarinen was a genius! Image # 02973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028890864-D69X8HZZ12JXIA0AL1JG/03668_VA_Evans_Farm_Inn_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Mill at Evans Farm The mill at Evans Farm is a landmark along Chain Bridge Road in McLean. Soon after this image was made, the farm itself was sold, the inn replaced by town homes, and memories are all we have left of the good old days. Image # 03668. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028892531-VN1F03L8Z129WK68CK8T/03697_VA_Arl_Amphitheater_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Amphitheater at Arlington Few places in metro Washington, DC are as impressive as the Amphitheater in Arlington National Cemetery during the Easter sunrise service. You will sense dignified patriotism that supports the phrase, "In God We Trust". Image # 03697. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028891743-4ZF7IC4HRTG0C5NNZDL2/03937_VA_Leon-Farmscape_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Leon Barns Along the road between northern Virginia and Charlottesville, these nostalgic barns invited me to slow down, make one of my famous U-turns, and create this image. I sure miss the old swimming hole. Image #03937. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028892424-XTF8UD2402ME2JG777TX/04122_VA_RestonTownCenter_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Pavilion at Reston Town Center The Reston Town Center is the cultural center for one of America's most admired planned communities. Ice skating, music, fellowship with friends - it's all here, thanks to the vision of Robert E. Simon, for whom this wonderful place is named. Image # 04122. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028892973-U51CA294JKM1AAG5S0IW/04473_VA_FairfaxCountyGovtCtr_1500px.jpg Virginia - Fairfax County Government Center Fairfax County is home to more than one million residents, and is one of the finest counties in the United States. Much of its government's leadership works from this building. Image # 04473. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028893357-ZCQJRV79QN5DP5Q11HMK/04786_VA_Reston-TwnCtr-Mercury_1500px.jpg Virginia - Mercury in Reston The Reston Town Center has become the heart of Reston, Virginia. At its center is a fountain with Mercury chaperoning all that happens in the pavilion and al fresco dining nearby. Image # 04786. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028893681-K19DAXJVKJTIUWUSS5TG/05086_VA_Monticello_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Holding Pond at Monticello Thomas Jefferson would be famous even if he had never entered politics. A visit to Monticello, his hilltop home near Charlottesville, VA, will impress you with his architectural skills, innovations and very practical ideas. This view places the holding pond in the foreground. It was Jefferson's idea to keep live trout here until needed in the kitchen nearby. Image # 05086. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028894138-KVO5FS7UE89V1ZMC1S17/05105_VA_UVA-Lawn-portico_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Portico at UVA Enjoy the symmetry of this classic setting just off "The Lawn" at the University of Virginia. Brilliant young minds have walked across these bricks since the 1820's. Image # 05105. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028894550-L0YERYU21JYRV9BMQN3W/05110_VA_UVA-lawn-columns_1500px.jpg Virginia - Columns at UVA These classic columns at the University of Virginia separate the elite dorm rooms from the grass known as "The Lawn". Image # 05110. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028894710-PP42TD98DTZWTC8QWBZW/05114_VA_Jeff-statue-UVA_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Architect of UVA Thomas Jefferson took great pride in designing the University of Virginia. In his bedroom at Monticello, a telescope in the window was trained on the campus, to allow him to monitor progress from his high vantage point. Image # 05114. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028895439-Z6SQFZIW2SIBIDUROG2E/05139_VA_Reston-Lake-Anne_1500px.jpg Virginia - Lake Anne The shops and homes near Lake Anne in Reston, Virginia were among the first elements of this nationally renowned planned community. Founder Robert E. Simon, who lent his initials to create the name, lived nearby. Image #5139. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028896180-JMTBACNRGM4DF19BKD2X/05209_VA_UVA-Rotunda-fall_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Rotunda at UVA The rotunda at the University of Virginia sets the architectural tone for the campus. Timeless and classic in feeling, as it presides over the prestigious lawn at the start of a new October day. Image # 05209. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028897183-QK9D67C4QATSN8RO5HL7/07515_VA_Richmond-GWstatue_1500px.jpg Virginia - Presidential Statue This imposing Richmond statue honors George Washington as our first Commander in Chief. It is located on the grounds of the State Capitol. Image # 07515. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028906860-1AAQ4ZJMNDSE78KUSUTH/35123_VA_Mt-Vernon-driveway_1500px.jpg Virginia - Welcome to Mount Vernon Few places in the Washington region offer more beauty, more tranquility, or a more timeless perspective than the home of George Washington in Alexandria, Virginia. Mount Vernon is a symbol of his strength and represents the best in plantation living of his time. Follow the cobblestones and enjoy the south lawn, in image # 35123.. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028897737-NVYKE652QVUH16SZN36P/35127_VA_Dogwood-Cabin_1500px.jpg Virginia - Dogwood Cabin Hiking the Appalachian Trail in Virginia's Blue Ridge gives you many visual treats. Sometimes it is a small waterfall, sometimes it is a glimpse of deer, and other times you come upon an historic cabin wrapped with dogwood in bloom. Image # 35127. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028899095-O7UZUN1RUD0M4KVPPFDZ/35487_VA_Wmsbg-Garden_1500px.jpg Virginia - Williamsburg Garden This intimate garden sits behind Christina Campbell's Tavern in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. Image # 35487. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028899999-MWTX9ELQJO6ZBP2PL2BD/35541_VA_Tractor-In-Field_1500px.jpg Virginia - A John Deere Kind of Day Summer days for many people mean driving out in the country. Yet there are few days off for a farmer, whose work ethic may blur his awareness of having his "office" in a beautiful place. Image # 35541. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028900836-R26N32A1JQRH6HL1HGRN/35736_VA_Farming-BlueRidge_1500px.jpg Virginia - Farming the Blue Ridge In the gently rolling fields that flow into the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, baling hay in the summer means survival in the winter for livestock. Enjoy this pastoral composition. Image # 35736. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028901662-1CSFIJ8N3FF0CML98RS1/35851_VA_Loudoun-horse-farm_1500px.jpg Virginia - Lazy Life in Loudoun Not far from the old Snickersville general store, the horse in this pasture sits and does not know about e-mails or voice mails or traffic. Enjoy. Image # 35851. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028902221-9153V913SW4BW3A0WDLZ/35919_VA_Monticello-flowers_1500px.jpg Virginia - May at Monticello Forget your fast pace. Leave your iPhone behind, and step way back in time. Visit Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's classic hilltop home near Charlottesville, VA. Stroll along the gravel pathways surrounding the compound, and imagine that you are an invited guest to dine with him tonight, with wonderful wines. Image # 35919. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028903052-V1RZ68FOWYGY02LIL3W7/35932_VA_Monticello-window_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Architect's Window Thomas Jefferson's hilltop home Monticello will impress you with his architectural skills, innovations and very practical ideas. I made this photograph of the window on one side of his bedroom, which looks out over Charlottesville and his beloved University of Virginia. He could watch the progress of the building of UVA from this spot. Image # 35932. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028903678-LH5UFZCQTELFGF7LF3CV/36147_VA_Fairfax-Hunt_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Fairfax Hunt Fox hunting is a British sport that colonial America embraced. As land converted from large farms to subdivisions in Fairfax County, VA, the hunt continued but gradually moved west. I was a "foot follower" with the Fairfax Hunt for two seasons, and made this photograph near Lenah, VA. You volunteer to be a foot follower only if you don't know what that means... Image # 36147. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028904649-N76QI1Y6F06HD8Q426OG/36351_VA_Mather_Gorge_1500px.jpg Virginia - October at Mather Gorge Just below Great Falls, the Potomac River calms down in between dramatic rock formations. I made this photograph with Virginia in the foreground and Maryland in the distance. I had just delivered my son to a rock-climbing class, and as I walked back to the car I was feeling very devout. God gave me this image, and watched over Brad's safe return. Image # 36151. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028905999-2C6G2J4EGTBN7GFNSOQL/36388_VA_Richmond-Monument-Ave_1500px.jpg Virginia - Monument Avenue One of the most impressive areas in Richmond is the residential area along Monument Avenue. Here, General Robert E. Lee presides over a traffic circle. This stately street deserves your visit. Image # 36388. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028906864-7KJ4JAXFPKRY60DX84S6/36406_VA_Vienna-Metro_1500px.jpg Virginia - Vienna Metro The subway in metro Washington has become the lifeline for thousands of commuters and visitors into the Nation's Capital. I was so intent on making this photograph that . . . I missed the train. Image # 36406. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028908030-0HFUODB2APD2BZUE1K6G/36597_VA-Colvin-Mill-Snow_1500px.jpg Virginia - Winter at the Colvin Run Mill The historic Colvin Run Mill, on the edge of Great Falls, VA, is a classic example of grist mills that used to populate the East centuries ago. Built in 1811, it is the sole surviving water-powered operational mill in the region. Image # 36597. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028907759-7WL8L8RF7F65IF6VOC5E/36633_VA_BlueRidge_1500px.jpg Virginia - Blue Ridge Vista In western Loudoun County, Virginia, I found this view of the rolling foothills heading from Bluemont into the Blue Ridge. No hand of man nearby. Image # 36633. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028908764-50UGKZQC1D7OW6JKTZHG/36696_VA_Daingerfield_Marina_1500px.jpg Virginia - Daingerfield Marina Daingerfield Island is a popular place for weekend sailors. Notice the runway at Reagan National Airport in the distance. Image # 36696. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028908820-7DMKDRNXCEJ4P2BTXS3S/36726_VA_Dulles-from-Plane_1500px.jpg Virginia - Leaving Dulles As I boarded a flight to go scuba diving, I made this image of the original Dulles terminal at sunset. Saarinen sure designed a gorgeous terminal! Image # 36726. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028909272-0W9VLD60JFCQ1QMEDQBH/36730_VA_Monticello-glasses_1500px.jpg Virginia - Mr. Jefferson's Glasses One of the many marvels of Monticello is this pair of eyeglasses sitting on the stand in his bedroom. This invention was attributed to his friend Benjamin Franklin, but represent an ordinary connection to an extraordinary mind. Image # 36730. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028909690-YFKRO2D6GK2IB1PL4XPI/36837_VA_Wishing-Well-Wmsbg_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Wishing Well in Williamsburg In Williamsburg, Virginia, near the Governor's Palace, this wishing well is waiting for wishes. This image should hang outside the office of every CFO. Perhaps you should purchase this photograph and hang it near your supervisor's office - and see if it grants your wish. Not a pitch, just a thought. Image # 36837. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028910214-O6SU27H23RB07PTN7RIP/36904_VA_Summer-at-Selma_1500px.jpg Virginia - Summer at Selma Selma is a lovely estate north of Leesburg in Loudoun County, VA. It is available to be rented for weddings and corporate events. When you schedule yours, please invite me! Image # 36904. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028911535-NLSTB5YW5T99AP0C0TXW/36907_VA_Oatlands_1500px.jpg Virginia - Summer at Oatlands Oatlands is a lovely plantation south of Leesburg in Loudoun County, VA. Built in 1803 by wealthy George Carter, it was a thriving wheat plantation until the time of the Civil War. It is now listed on the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Image # 36907. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028910907-S5DW1LGA1S0EQHW4WPTS/36939_VA_Middleburg-farm_1500px.jpg Virginia - Morning in Middleburg Middleburg, Virginia has many picturesque estates, most of which have names. I found this one whose beauty belied the work to farm, to raise horses, to prepare for shows and hunts, and to host elaborate dinners. Image # 36939. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455028911677-5HFUIS5RAHYGZWH1WINH/37226_VA_Lucketts-barn%26pond_1500px.jpg Virginia - Afternoon in Lucketts August in Virginia can be very hot and very humid. That's why you need this diving board, to dive in and refresh. I enjoyed visiting with the Loudoun County family who has tilled this land for three generations, taking very little time off to swim. Image # 37226. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458919978240-0AH8SY49JEBD4WKBPPZS/36841_VA_Nichols-PurcellvilleFarm_1500px.jpg Virginia - The Nichols Place The Nichols family developed this iconic farm on the edge of Purcellville, Virginia. When I made this image, the farm was more decorative than functional - and sure was pretty! Image # 36841. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1547558207417-W8VT8RJQSOQ37XZ1N5LH/08373_MeadowlarkLights-8551_4Mpx.jpg Virginia - Snowfall Snow can be beautiful, especially in the calm after the storm. As I was making this image, the lyrics of the Manhattan Transfer song lingered in my mind: “Snowfall”. Image # 08373. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1603899656548-4V8H896914YNA60MM3BF/08466-VA-SkylineDr-fall-leaves_5M.jpg Virginia - Skyline Color A foggy October morning helped the colorful shrubs to get the attention they deserved, high on the Skyline Drive. Image #08466. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1603900062630-VP4NJK9ZHQUDYXK0HR45/08467-VA-Skyline-fall+leaves-0080_5M.jpg Virginia - Color in the Fog During a gentle rain on a foggy October morning, I was attracted to these leaves hoping for attention. Image #08467. http://hillart.com/newgreece daily 0.75 2016-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309933399-A1HDO6E2GIDCSG8QO867/02598_Athens-Erectheon_1500px.jpg Greece - The Erectheon on the Acropolis Greece is filled with symbols of its classic heritage. Trace the birth of Western civilization as you reflect on these ancient treasures. This section of the Erectheon is a temple on the Acropolis, with a section for Poseidon and a section for Athena, goddess of wisdom. These female statues are replicas to protect the originals from damage. Image # 02598. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309932917-N44ILRADIBM331WHKWRO/02606_Athens-Plaka-OuzoBar_1500px.jpg Greece - Ouzo in La Plaka It is easy to work up a thirst on a hot afternoon walking through the Plaka in Athens. Here is colorful relief, just be sure you know how to find your hotel after your refreshments. Image # 02606. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309933530-U1R77VSO8BFRQKIOIH9G/02616_Mykonos-Coast_1500px.jpg Greece - The Mykonos Coast The Greek island of Mykonos is a great place to be, and your eyes will take in a feast of details. I was wandering the labyrinth of narrow streets of Chora on this picturesque island, looking for "art", and fell in love with this view of what they call the Venician coast of Mykonos. The warren of narrow streets was meant to confuse pirates who plagued the island for several centuries, and today confuse visitors coming out of tavernas trying to find their way back to their hotel. Image # 02616. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309934062-LORFUQMR5C3S4M84VBEZ/02645_Santorini-B%26Bdoor_1500px.jpg Greece - A B&B in Santorini This is one of the many delightful B&Bs that populate the island of Santorini. Vivid colors, warm and friendly people, to-die-for views. Image # 02645. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309934444-R5K55DT9I1RQUUL8CKZW/02647_Santorini-Doorway_1500px.jpg Greece - The Santorini Gate It is easy to see why Santorini is so enchanting, with the Aegian's most unique landscape of all Greek islands. I invite you to step out of your cave-like apartment and walk through this doorway to overlook the caldera in Thira, the island's official name. Thirty six grape varieties grow in its rich volcanic soil, and Santorini produces delightful white wines. In every time zone, we can still discover something timeless. Image # 02647. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309934699-047YP7QBGSRAE10S80W3/02650_Mykonos-stairs_1500px.jpg Greece - Mykonos Stairs The Greek island of Mykonos is a great place to be, and your eyes will take in a feast of details. I was wandering the labyrinth of narrow streets on this picturesque island, looking for "art", and fell in love with this stairway. Image # 02650. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309935457-YJU4WRRTSCIKG62APTQR/02651_Mykonos-cart_1500px.jpg Greece - The Blue Cart Vivid colors, bright sunlight, and this Mykonos hand-cart is ready for duty! Image # 02651. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309935695-6IH1EQJWS5QV7VN3YLL6/02656_Santorini-Crosses_1500px.jpg Greece - The Bells of Santorini Santorini is a magical island south of mainland Greece. The bell towers of several churches have created iconic images you have seen in travel brochures. Being there is much better than reading any brochure. Image # 02656. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309936988-SPLCGGFBRW0BZCYAYZQ2/02660_Santorini-courtyard_1500px.jpg Greece - A Santorini Courtyard Walk along the narrow sidewalks on Santorini, then step into an intimate courtyard. Enjoy the table for two with someone special. Image # 02660. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309936178-0QF3P2MZEY4Q8PKQJEKT/02663_Oia-chairs-pool_1500px.jpg Greece - The Oia Pool Relax in the early morning light by the pool in Oia on the Greek island of Santorini. Look out across the caldera to the yachts that come to visit. You are already here, and this will be another wonderful day. Image # 02663. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309936939-N1C9FPCJRAJPDOY1S02J/02680_Santorini-restaurant-gate_1500px.jpg Greece - Afterglow in Santorini Most of the romantic Greek island of Santorini is adapted to the steep terrain of the crest of the caldera. This blue gate admits you to a lovely restaurant, with its kitchen in a cave, and your table is down many stairs. After enjoying a wonderful meal and delightful wine, the most vivid memory is of the remarkable sunset. Oh, and then how many stairs you have to climb to get back to the gate? Image # 02680. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309937580-56WPQSHKEQWYPMIMERXI/07282_Athens-Acropolis-night-0820_1500px.jpg Greece - The Acropolis at Night The Acropolis in Athens is remarkable in any light, and especially impressive at night. The Parthenon and Erechtheion glow when illuminated after dark. Built in the fifth century BC, the Parthenon stands as a powerful symbol of classical Athens and is regarded as the birthplace of democracy. Image # 07282. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309938074-SYF95NZAGT0CPBBWYL2E/07306_Rhodes-castle-4947_1500px.jpg Greece - The Castle in Rhodes The large castle in Rhodes is very well preserved. This is one small section that has survived twenty centuries and multiple rulers. Image # 7306. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309938342-3IFY402WPUOC2LY8QNKX/07307_Rhodes_Lindos-Acropolis-4930_1500px.jpg Greece - The Acropolis at Lindos Lindos was an important trading center on Rhodes from the 10th century BC. In classical times, the acropolis was dominated by the massive temple of Athena Lindia, which even today is impressive. Image # 07307. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309938685-HPLF6K8LMOJH7HG9L8QW/08110_Santorini_bells-997A9_1500px.jpg Greece - Four Bells in Santorini Santorini is among the most spectacular destinations in the Mediterranean. It is a fascinating landscape of vineyards, whitewashed chapels and volcanic cliffs. I followed my ears as the sun was setting, and found this family of bells. They conspired to send their sweet sounds all across the caldera. Image # 997A9A. http://hillart.com/newrome-1 daily 0.75 2017-10-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455291302188-T55VEKAA0AJOOX4IHA9B/06157_IT_Venice-GrandCanal_1500px.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - The Grand Canal I regard Venice as a magical destination. This is as close to the "main highway" as Venice gets, and is a classic view of the Grand Canal at dusk. Restaurants lining the canal are starting to fill and vini is starting to flow. Timeless. Be there. Image # 06157. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455291302630-Q1F4424T457CDBPQGILL/06170_IT_Burano-Mosaic_1500px.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Burano Tapestry Five miles to the east of Venice lies this enchanting island, with perhaps the most colorful houses on the planet. I asked a restaurant owner about the colored houses. I was told "The ladies of Burano make lace, while the men go fishing. Legend has it that they return from fishing inebriated, and need to know the color of their houses in order to find them." Whether this story is true or created for tourists, it seems to fit. Burano indeed is a memorable little island. Image # 06170. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455291302226-4D5K4P4DNJ3BGIJ6Z1P2/04562_IT_Venice-gondolier_1500px.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Take a gondola to Dinner Where would you like to dine in Venice? Dove che cosa desidera mangiare pranzo? A gondola is waiting to give you a romantic ride, as are dozens of intimate buon ristorantes. Venice is filled with magical moments to celebrate. Will you join the artist for the evening? Image # 04562. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455291302969-EWH6VE7BXZAAEJCJGM1Y/06831_IT_Venice-Gondolier_1500pxf.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Gondolier on the Grande Discover the difference a day makes, little things that make big memories of the people and moments you value most. I regard Venice as a magical destination. Uniformed gondoliers gracefully move their guests around the Venician waterways, preserving the timeless feeling of a classic city. The Grand Canal is rarely as calm as this image portrays, as this was made before sunrise. Share an unforgettable experience. Image # 06831. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455309560010-DGEFHQVVLLA6AR9I4RKY/04554_IT_Venice-canal-bldgs_62M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Venice Vignette There are many small canals that connect with the Grand Canal in Venice. It will take many visits to fully appreciate the detail and the sense of romantic history contained in this magical place. Image # 04554. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502977748511-XGI0PZ0FKN8EOSG2BJVA/08236_IT_Venice-Gondola_3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Sleeping Gondolas These iconic boats work all day to serve tourists, and are parked in a secluded spot to rest overnight. Give them another hour, and they will be back in service for another day. Image # 08236. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502977495566-QEASWYO2AHK74G3916L2/08240_IT_Venice-SplendidHotel_3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - The Hotel Splendid This delightful and colorful hotel is tucked away down a canal, but so many of the charming locations in Venice are hidden as well. Image # 08240. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502977366494-3G8HVJMLEBHJJTQ0E9W5/08239_IT_Ven-Cipriani-terrace_3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - The Terrace at the Cipriani This legendary hotel is a launch-ride away from the tourists in Venice, and a million miles away from reality. It is an oasis of elegance that becomes more special after a touch of vino... Image # 08239. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502977913000-HZXPQDRNFUYB2MIG53C2/08237_IT_Venice-Gondola_3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Gondola Reflections Early morning walks in Venice give you chances to see special treats like these sleeping gondolas. Another benefit - tourists are also asleep and the city is quiet. Image # 08237. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502978047861-HPDP3SL4GO0GR4Z0HD74/08238_IT_Venice-Gondola-3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Yellow Roses These gondolas are still resting overnight, yet the elegant bouquet of tiny yellow roses is raring to go! Image # 08238. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502983637272-Z5H490L2FPUHFKU3SSDP/08062_IT_Ven-gond-ornament_3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Proud Gold This gilded horse has an important job in serving aboard the gondola. Few horses in Italy can boast of timeless service and so many admiring fans. You should give him a name... Image # 08062. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502983792928-2IWGPS882XMKFNO8MYRC/08063_IT_Venice-SanMarco_3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Piazza di San Marco St. Mark's Square is high on every visitor's list to see, to walk and perhaps to linger over a drink and listen to live music in the squar. Few visitors get to see this icon from the water. Image # 08063. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455291303179-5N2QEA2AFHS4YVBM89PE/06829_IT_Trieste-Canal-Grande_1500px.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - The Grande Canal in Trieste The blend of Italian, Austrian and Slovenian cultures makes this stately Adriatic port unlike any other town in Italy. The Canal Grande in Trieste is the most beautiful of the important areas in the center city. At the head of the canal is the Roman Catholic church of Sant'Antonio. Image # 06829. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455291302755-V7LEHA4QG18L73X8Q4Z9/06828_IT_Trieste-lamppost_1500px.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Lamp Post in Trieste I walked around stately Trieste and saw more that resembled Vienna, Austria than the rest of Italy. It is unlike any other town in Italy, and is a blend of Italian, Austrian and Slovenian cultures. The Canal Grande is the most beautiful of the important areas in the center city. Along the canal are classic lamp posts one side and the colorful Palazzo Gopcevich on the other. Image # 06828. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1502978265350-NHAT9LT0VT6I0BA30AJN/08241_IT_Trieste-windows_3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Windows in Trieste The geometric strength of these windows is emphasized by the angular early morning sunlight. Trieste is a great walking city. Image # 08241. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508347535154-ISR50U65V2QLFXZFCFZE/08315_IT-Dolomites_3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - The Dolomites These beautiful mountains tower over the valley of Alto Adige. Castles and fortresses remain from a much earlier era, long before this South Tyrol region became renowned for skiing. Image #08315. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508347555489-T0S6379M0KTTD9XM9ROZ/08318_IT-Dolomites_4M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - The Dolomite Range These rugged mountains overlook vineyards where Gewurztraminer originated, and centuries of spas that helped visitors walk in the altitude and heal with the waters of the region. Image #08318. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508347604547-XHQ3AUV3ZG7VQYRCNPE9/08321_IT-Dolomites-SanCassiano_4M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - The Flowers of San Cassiano This village in northern Italy reflects a unique blend of Austrian and Italian culture. The villages project wonderful hospitality with lodging and superior restaurants. Image #08321. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508347569220-PFJ24CITIKPNB1VFT4FU/08319_IT-Dolomites_3M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - The Majestic Dolomite Mountain Range These dramatic mountains stretch across northern Italy, near Austria's southwestern border. Beneath these towering peaks, local chefs harvest the area's wild herbs, alpine cheeses and game. Image #08319. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508347584740-6F7WLVY5Z7DRQ9HCLMMI/08320_IT-Dolomites-SanCassiano_4M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - San Cassiano and the Dolomites Beneath these spectacular peaks, flower-studded alpine meadows have no idea they are in the sunlight and shadows of these mountains. Image #08320. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1508347646619-77HKNTRGZJXG7V9YD8MM/08322_IT-Dolomites-Cortina_4M.jpg Venice, Dolomites and Trieste - Cortina Perhaps the best-known ski destination in the Dolomites is Cortina, which hosted the 1956 Winter Olympics. It is a walkable town, yet everywhere you look, the dramatic mountains are looking back at you. Image #08322. http://hillart.com/newwater-scapes daily 0.75 2021-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645849859-A5O0C0SVLF3XFH80KA6G/01679_ME_Maine-Chairs_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Maine, the Way Life Should Be Ayuh, the stories these Adirondacks could tell: with the chorus of the gulls and the books that have finally been finished. This is a place where the urge to tear up your return ticket is strong. I have returned to this point numerous times, and each visit declares it "wicked good!" Decompress from your city pace, treasure the hours watching the waves flirt with the shore and yes, promise to return. Image # 01679. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577824184312-9NJJ6EYB10KFFFX987KG/08547_oceanscape-fromAnguilla2StMaarten-2588_4M.jpg Water Scapes - The Colors of Water The gradations of color in the waters off Cap Juluca in Anguilla were mesmerizing, along with the rhythmic arrival of gentle surf. Image # 08547 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645849566-F10JRGGOA4Q60ADK6RJG/02283_VA_GF_GF-Potomac_115px.jpg Water Scapes - Great Falls of the Potomac This large-format panoramic image portrays the power of the Potomac River as it descends through Great Falls at dawn. Many people consider these Great Falls to be the most spectacular natural landmark in the Capital Region. Here, the Potomac builds up speed and force as it cascades down several 20-foot waterfalls as it flows through the narrow Mather Gorge. Image # 02283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1577824212148-1D6JZTUQ0OFBVAU1HX0R/08548_oceanscape-Anguilla-2beach-lounges-2525_4M.jpg Water Scapes - Lazy Day in Paradise These personal lounge chairs on Anguilla give you every opportunity to do nearly nothing. Read, gaze across the water to St. Maarten, and enjoy a cool adult tropical beverage. Image # 08548 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850096-WUFK1RDD7Y1RGAEA4NCL/02331_VA_CrimDell-atWm%26Mary_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Crim Dell at William & Mary This large-format-panoramic image shows the most romantic setting on the campus of The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Ask any graduate significance of the Crim Dell and the bridge. Image # 02331. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850025-X319T7DSC5B6UFR2YRQJ/03865_CT_MysticSunrise_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Morning in Mystic Mystic Seaport in Connecticut is known as the Williamsburg of whaling. The warm glow of sunrise transmits a sense of history, an invitation to linger for the day. Image # 03865. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850312-DIUJIWV55OMDD307LX7P/06876_ML_Valetta_harbor_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Fishing Boats in Valletta Valletta is the capital of Malta, an island country just south of Sicily. It is a delightful city steeped in history. The vivid colors of these fishing boats give no indication of the hard work for which they are used in harvesting fish for the many seafood restaurants on the island. Image # 06876. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850356-2DAZM4X3Z26CDH9C8BYM/07141_Grenadines_Wndstr_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Under Sail Any day that has the mainsail filled, with blue skies and gentle breezes, has got to be a great day. Image # 07141. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850529-6LHIQ1MNYB2ZYYOAXER2/07143_Barbados-columns_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Columns at the Crane The columns separating the pool from the ocean sure seem important. They live at the Crane Resort in Barbados, and their reflection seems even more interesting than they are. Image # 07143. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850539-0L7OAAAXPQP2UY63DI61/07145_Barbados-balcony_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Morning in Barbados Start your day with a cup of coffee, a bowl of fruit, and gaze into forever. May the ocean breeze sweeten your day and follow you home. Image # 07145. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850701-COVTNB2URMTO6KVCUKYT/07146_Barbados-beach_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Morning Walk on the Beach The beach is a universal symbol of relaxation and quality time. Everyone has positive feelings when they think of days at the beach. Walk the beach at the Crane Resort in Barbados, where turquoise waters caress the soft, sandy beach. If you head out early, you have it all to yourself. Image # 07146. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850886-YUKJUU247XVUML1M1D5M/07148_ICE_boat-harbor_983_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Icelandic Fishing Boat The Old Harbor in Reykjavik lies between the city and the mountains. This fishing boat is smaller than most of the other working boats in the harbor, but it must know how elegant it looks while resting before its next trip. Image # 07148. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645850988-TIOML1VS0UVUFKS85IKE/07210_IT_Ponza-reflections_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Reflections of Ponza Just like flames in a fireplace, the subtle reflections in water are hypnotic for me. This is the village of Ponza, off the coast of Italy, reflected in the waters of the harbor. Image # 07210. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851130-5WPFTZ6T0QNS846RPZNM/07228_IT_Sicily_reflection_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Reflection of Sicily Even without a sip of wine, the artist often sees fascinating reflections in the water. Image # 07228. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851208-ZF2SUBWGUAS7UGLHCTY5/07387_Turks_Ganse-pool7_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Welcome to the Gansevoort The Gansevoort Resort on the Turks & Caicos is a relaxing place to unwind and do very little. This is the view from the open air lobby across the palm-lined pool toward the beach and the ocean. Image # 07387. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851404-YTMVZZJ7YY16KI4ASXCH/35001_CR_Heading_Home_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Heading Home This image shares the thrill of being under sail on the Papillon off the coast of Martinique - far, far away from voice mail. Ask me to tell you the story of what happened ten seconds after I made this photograph... Image # 35001. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851365-06S1Z9XRZLMQ6CABEVS9/35092_MD_AtlanticSunrise_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Atlantic Sunrise Welcome to the Atlantic Serenity Program. Walk the beach at sunrise, and you have it all to yourself. Along with shore birds, the gentle sounds of surf and an occasional gull calling for attention. Repeat as needed. Image # 35092. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851525-JMEWE0Q1OBZJ0BMYW2VS/35158_MD_Catching_Waves_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Catching Waves Two boys are trying to catch the ocean in their buckets. Their boundless imagination prevents them from knowing their buckets may not be big enough to capture the Atlantic. Looks like a long shot: should we tell them? Image # 35158. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851595-AQXGKWZUUKG5479QV4SW/35224_CR_Papillon_Martinique_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - The Papillon Papillon is French for butterfly, a fitting name for this nimble ketch. I spent a delightful week photographing two sailing yachts off the coast of Fort de France in Martinique. This sure beats staying in the office. Image # 35224. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851759-WCT01YALZ5XQAG0GPPO8/35280_Sanderling_Sandpipers_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Sanderling Sandpipers These playful little birds are very agile as they stay just beyond the water flowing in and out along the Sanderling beach on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Image # 35280. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645851969-59MNINSF0S283F38DD0R/35953_CA_Lone_Cypress_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - The Lone Cypress Monterey, California is a stunning place to drive - by car or with a golf club. Some trees have character, and this is surely one. The Lone Cypress is the signature guardian for the Monterey coast, along 17-Mile Drive, and deserves to be honored for its remarkable ability to grow out of a rock formation. Image # 35953. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852088-TA7FUWE4SM6DX2VGSFZL/36242_Bermuda-beach_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Bermuda Beach Bermuda's dozens of beaches are tinted a pleasing light pink, the serendipitous blending of finely crushed white coral and scarlet shells. Covering a mere 22 square miles, tiny Bermuda encourages visitors to wander about its manicured island. Rumors about pink beaches in Bermuda are true. You should be here right now. Image # 36242. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852420-WWAQHVCC60UPALJTAE7T/36283_BR_Bermuda_Beach_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Steps on the Beach I was walking on this Bermuda beach, near the Nine Beaches resort, when I saw these apparently fresh tracks in the pink sand, yet there was no one in sight. Questions unanswered... Image # 36283. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852371-3MIC72T9F0U4A7924CAL/36358_CR_Beach_Barbados_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Ready for a Ride Wanna go for a fast ride? Slide this mini cat across this Barbados beach into the water. Best that you wait until there is some wind, then catch air and hang on. Image # 36358. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852519-S9U4MFJ28C4ZF0TDXUW1/36442_ME_Bernard-Marsh-WesternMtn_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - The Bernard Marsh This delightful view of Western Mountain is located on Mount Desert Island, Maine, between Southwest Harbor and Seal Cove. I spent my childhood summers on this island, and passed this scene on my way to Carroll's Drug Store soda fountain for a mandatory chocolate ice cream soda. Ayuh! Image # 36442. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645852903-Z7MF2STQ147V9KD57DDS/36617_CO_Granby-Lake_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Lupine by Grand Lake On the southwestern edge of Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand Lake invites you to visit: turn off your cell phone, grab a canoe, or walk along the shore. I invite you to unplug from your fast pace with this peaceful image. # 36617. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853079-JT8Z8VUW82YQ5OH7ER17/36664_VA_GF_Follow-the-Leader_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Procession to the Pond One of the mixed blessings of having a pond is the winged residents that arrive and often stay. Watch where you walk. Image # 36664. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853427-5VW6TKQIQ6F0XGC3BPFD/36992_NC_Hatteras_Light_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - The Hatteras Light This classic lighthouse at Cape Hatteras has warned mariners to stay off the shoals of North Carolina. Years after this image was made, the light was been moved back from the eroding shore several hundred yards. Image # 36973. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853289-9AXE2CNRIT3ZCAEFQM5C/37014_WY_NightCalm_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - Night Calm The power of the Grand Tetons is evident in this memorable image made from the shores of Jackson Lake, one hour after sunset. I love the stunning scenery of Grand Teton National Park, and this image removes all distraction from the strength of these iconic peaks. Image # 37014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853488-Y2TRGGKKOR8A311EUJU6/37208_NJ_CapeMay-lifeboat_3M.jpg Water Scapes - The Lifeboat Take a walk along the beach at dawn anywhere in the world and you will feel refreshed. If you do this in Cape May, NJ you will appreciate knowing the life boat is waiting if needed. Image # 37208. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853739-YQWA5BJ870WVJ57CV5ZZ/38101_NC_Dawn-in-Duck_4M.jpg Water Scapes - Dawn in Duck Got stress? Forget e-mail. Grab your flip flops and that lo-cal almond latte. Walk the beach with the birds at dawn. Dr. Hill advises that you repeat daily until you feel better! Image # 38101. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645853725-0LDA3YAW807LINO7D95F/38109_PR_Dorado-hammock_3M.jpg Water Scapes - Hammock at Dorado Beach On the beautiful north shore of Puerto Rico, I found this hammock just calling for use near the deserted beach. Bring a good e-book, towel and a cool drink and gently swing the day away. Leave your watch and your e-mail behind. Image # 38109. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455645854235-EBDYM05NGW6NPVIG7QY1/38110_Dorado_Beach_1500px.jpg Water Scapes - The Beach at Dorado On the beautiful north shore of Puerto Rico, Wayne found this deserted beach, just calling for use. Pick your spot, bring a good book and a cool drink. Forget about email. Image # 38110. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1518471693336-ZS61RDRR7U41TWM1EVZQ/08339_MontegoBay-Sunset-5498_4.7M.jpg Water Scapes - Sunset over Montego Bay The Caribbean delivers spectacular sunrises and sunsets. This one had character, and the solo fisherman added interest. Image # 08339. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1646148159497-PAI4CL6XYFJAUO9X1KV8/08497_MahoBay-palm-trees_3M.jpg Water Scapes - Morning at Maho Bay This image was made on St. John in the Virgin Islands. The colors played a gentle symphony that told me today will be wonderful. The best journeys are measured in memories, not miles. Image #08497. http://hillart.com/olympic-np daily 0.75 2023-06-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1685820716815-HZJ37SMTGASFDQAZ4N3F/08555-Kalaloch-beach-sunrise_1.9M.jpg Olympic National Park - Kalaloch Sunrise This vista is delightful to watch from dawn to dusk, with changing light and changing surf. Image #08555. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511420254-TTIBUDLCASMQLZYHUEI3/06404_Kalaloch_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Kalaloch Panorama Olympic National Park protects more than 60 miles of wilderness beach and jagged headlands. This rugged shoreline is a popular hangout for seabirds and marine mammals. Image # 06404. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511420614-2LZ2SKUESK0HHEZ351HT/06411_Kalaloch_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Driftwood at Kalaloch This inlet at Kalaloch beach is surrounded by driftwood that has been pounded into smooth souvenirs from coastal forests. This wilderness oasis is one of the most relaxing places on the Pacific coast. We are often preoccupied with filling space, and Kalaloch is a place where the space fills you. Image # 06411. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511421021-SFCIT8PB53RI9IQFITGE/06421_SolDucStream_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Sol Duc Stream Linger near this delightful stream, flowing gently underneath the magnificent old growth forest in the Sol Duc region of Olympic National Park. Do you hear the sound calling to you to leave your stress back at the office? Image # 06421. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1685820175331-3TCFY016KO5DQ5X6LYUO/08557-Kalaloch-beach-surf_2.6M.jpg Olympic National Park - Kalaloch Beach Surf The waves never stop. Sometimes violent, but generally mild, and they deliver the rhythm of the Pacific. Image #08557. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511421353-HKD3ZRPAEJEUX1CE9Z2Y/06430_Hoh-RainForest_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - The Path through Hoh Walk in this old-growth forest, which is located about 12 miles west of the glaciers on Mount Olympus! This is a remarkably diverse park. Image # 06430. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1685820066613-2KRJMZNFW6HF6IM7K8NK/08552-LakeCrescent-mountainscape-4144_2.6M.jpg Olympic National Park - Lake Crescent Mountainscape Lake Crescent is the largest lake in Olympic National Park. Driving along the shore reveals wonderful views of the mountains on the other side. Image #08552. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511421802-YJNLPSSXKYXM6T9DFM8L/06433_SolDuc_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Sol Duc Ferns The lush forests around the Sol Duc area receive nearly 140" of rainfall each year, as the moisture-laden clouds drift in off the Pacific, and approach the Olympic range of mountains - and dump their water in this rain forest. We are the beneficiaries! Image # 06433. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1685820195174-SF6TD10GUHJODFYEG81H/08553-Kalaloch-Ruby-beach_2.6M.jpg Olympic National Park - Ruby Beach Just north of Kalaloch sits the beautiful Ruby Beach, with tidal pools and driftwood. A great place to walk. Image #08553. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511421892-LKR0HKJNY28DEUVSPUZ5/06441_SolDuc_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - The Stream at Sol Duc The rocks in this stream are caressed by water and largely covered by moss. Not a bad life! Image # 06441. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511422236-VHZECNK02B933RA3SKQ7/06445_SolDuc_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Olympic Stream I love this stream (as you realize by the number of images I made in this area). This is near the Sol Duc Hot Springs. Image # 06445. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511422418-KU98D3SLETOHB3LITNYZ/06446_SolDuc_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Ferns and Stream President Franklin Roosevelt urged Congress to protect this fragile wilderness, and Olympic National Park was created in 1938. As soothing as this image is to the eyes, imagine the gentle sound of this satin water inviting you to sit, take a deep breath, and linger. Image # 06446. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511422578-ZNQZVWMSBL1RTWKH8N38/06448A_SolDucStream_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Sol Duc Panorama This stream runs near the Sol Duc Hot Springs and the Hoh Rain Forest, two of the unique gems in Olympic National Park. Often the most memorable travel experiences are about being able to forget everything. Image # 06448pan. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511422943-V7NORXNPUS2CV0UEEE4T/36891_OlympicSpruceForest_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Old Growth Spruce Enjoy this old growth forest located in Olympic National Park near Hurricane Ridge. Olympic National Park is perhaps the most diverse national park in America. Imagine the stories these spruce trees could tell. Image # 36891. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1685820144646-2W8MRLTKZ2ER397NNX3N/08556-Kalaloch-beach-logs_2.6M.jpg Olympic National Park - Beach Logs at Kalaloch Beach logs are the bones of a rain forest picked clean by the sea. Image #08556. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511422922-EE6XYR6WWWQ6ASP7J2HD/36911_OlympicNP-leaves_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Leaves on Hurricane Ridge On the road leading up to the summit of Hurricane Ridge, the spruce forest competes with deciduous trees for sunlight - and for our attention. Image # 36911. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511423333-9KCHOP5Q4AON56FDBTG6/36937_Kalaloch_Surf_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Kalaloch Surf Olympic National Park in Washington State is among America's most diverse parks, awakening your senses. Smell the salt air on the Pacific coast at Kalaloch. Feel the water rushing through your toes. Hear the gulls calling you to linger a while. I regard Kalaloch is one of Olympic's most relaxing gems. Image # 36937. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454511423500-VNUJFN6FOYBX7R7UWD1L/37210_Sol-Duc_Stream_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park - Sol Duc Stream Deep in Washington State's Olympic National Park lie the Sol Duc Hot Springs and the lush Hoh Rain Forest. With 12 feet of annual precipitation, this park easily wins the award as America's wettest park. Hiking down a trail from Sol Duc, I fell in love with this stream. Listen - can you hear it? This place indeed offers a tonic of wildness, and this image is a remarkable antidote to stress. Image # 37210. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Olympic National Park http://hillart.com/new-giverny-coast daily 0.75 2016-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226712321-UY00KORN1KORR47K4KMX/02772_Giverny-Rue-du-ClaudeMonet_2040_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Rue de Claude Monet I photographed this simple street in the village of Giverny in 2012. It could have been in 1912 when Claude Monet was in residence. Image # 02772. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226713414-SGAR8LJNQ4MP2ILTTH46/07032_Giverny_Lily+Pond-18_0560_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Lupine and Lilies Here's a recipe for stress relief. Visit Giverny and go to Monet's magnificent water garden. Stroll the perimeter path, cross the bridge, and sit on the bench near the lupine. Inhale. Now, do you feel better? Image # 07032. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226712816-QA5QZRMJ8L2PTALZTQB3/07103_Giverny_LilyPond-107_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Monet's Masterpiece Claude Monet created a large pond on his estate in Giverny, selected water lilies to punctuate the reflection with color, and added the focal point Japanese bridge. Reflect on this tranquil and timeless place and decompress. Image # 07103. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226713684-4R3KXAJJ1HWQOUHPJ9BC/07114_Giverny-Grain-Field_1160_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Poppy and Grain Fields of grain will greet you on a short walk outside the village of Giverny. You will never be far from poppies, a favorite of Monet who planted many of them to provide vibrant color accents for his paintings. Image # 07114. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226714065-VPCWXFEAX5IIDYCFTI2P/07115_Giverny-Poppies_0908_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Poppies The poppies in the foreground call you as you walk by this Giverny field, then the exquisite textures invite you to linger. Image # 7115. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226713823-2R3504010Y19455GHTBZ/07116_Mont-StMichel_1818_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Columns at Mont Saint-Michel The columns that surround the inner courtyard at Mont Saint-Michel create a visual separation for the serene setting. This unique place was born of an archbishop's vision in the eighth century. Image # 07116. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226714030-NDL5M663MKWJZC2X1NNO/07117_MontStMichel-4_1826_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Sanctuary At the top of the steep climb to reach the abbey at Mont Saint-Michel on the Normandy coast, deep within the thick walls, lies this jewel. This tranquil courtyard invites you to linger, to meditate, to think about the times in which it was built in the 8th century. Image # 07117. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226714595-AN8BVNL13TK0U70FJ7KA/07118_FR_Giverny-wheelbarrow_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Retired The gardeners needed me for years, used me well, and allowed me to retire with respect so I can watch the gardens in Monet's estate at Giverny. Life is good. Image # 07118. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226714637-H5PYVCNWW4BVR64MP54O/07119_Giverny_Roses_1059_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Roses of Giverny Claude Monet loved roses, and there are thousands planted (and thriving) in his estate garden in Giverny. Image # 07119. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226715799-GZWDIAM5ZNK4J0UIVNQE/07120_Giverny-Bench_0879_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Monet's Bench This bench invites you to sit, contemplate, and imagine that you were here in Monet's gardens in Giverny in 1910. Little seems to have changed from then, except perhaps a fresh coat of paint. Image # 07120. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226715415-MFGVJ0TFND9PZMT9K3WQ/07121_Giverny-Gardens-34_0879_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - A Fragrant Path Numerous gravel paths create access to Monet's gardens in Giverny. The sights are breathtaking, as is the aroma of thousands of blossoms calling for your attention. Image # 07121. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226716253-QDB5479L87ODD78IKFXC/07122_Giverny-Monet-Home_0312_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Monet's Estate Home Monet's home is much larger than imagined before you arrive in his gardens. He and his large family lived here, he had offices and studios here, and received many guests who wanted to visit or study with him. He loved the aroma of roses, and planted many near the bedroom windows, so the fragrance of the gardens would enhance restful sleep. Image # 07122. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226716536-X6BD49R76A8HP6BM3XTK/07131_Giverny-LilyPond-31_0593_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Lily Pond in Giverny When artist Claude Monet was painting on his pond, he built a wooden barge on which he had a large wooden easel to hold his canvases. He would often work on two or three paintings at once, shifting from one to the next as the light changed the reflections on the pond. Image # 07110. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226717211-37DJCUB01BRRFL5VIZUP/07172_Corsica-door_3372_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Door in Corsica How old is this historic door in Corsica? Corsica is a fascinating island and a part of France. Image # 07172. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226716951-0YGPCBB7IPYZOV72KZIU/07184_Corsica_coastline_3378_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Coastline of Corsica The French island of Corsica has rugged mountains that punctuate flat farmlands, including areas that "farm" sea salt. Image # 07184. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226718014-OQONBY689M72BT0RLYZ1/07185_Corsica-street_3369_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Street in Corsica Oh, the stories held in these medieval walls on the island of Corsica... Image # 07185. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226717649-ZMQP4WZ15RYRYGS9HAFO/07187_Corsica-cliff_3333_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Rugged Corsica Coastline The old city of Bonifacio on Corsica rises directly above dramatic cliffs. Built for strong defense, this village looks imposing from the water. This island was the birthplace of Napoleon. Image # 07187. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226718037-8VJ2HY5OY1B620I89ADY/07188_Corsica-lighthouse-29_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Lighthouse in Corsica This unmanned lighthouse sits on a fortified cliff outside the entrance to the harbor in Corsica. Image # 07188. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226718240-NCPWMCJO9I3Q4AZ466AC/07191_FR_StTropez-gelato_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Stay cool in st. Tropez Few problems in our world would be nearly as serious if we all enjoyed more gelato. This spot became my favorite during a very hot afternoon in St. Tropez. Image #07191. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226719317-5RTDMD7E5QLYOI5CW7ZH/08066_Giverny-Coins-desArtistesB%26B_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - B&B in Giverny This was my apartment when I worked in Giverny for 8 days. It was called Coins des Artistes, and was ideal for my needs in addition to being totally French provincial. Image # 08066. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226718751-8UGDFAA266BK1ZC64QP1/08067_Giverny-impressionist-street_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Impressionist Giverny I tried to photograph the Rue du Claude Monet in the style he might have used had he painted the same scene. Image # 08067. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226719042-OC4RGHYF1Y7N2563TTY4/08068_Mont-StMichel_1886_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Mont St. Michel This striking complex sits just off the coast, and rises several hundred feet above the shoreline. It is elaborate and very much worth a visit. Image # 08068. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226719607-OH1ADYPJPQCJMWVMYVQ8/08069_Giverny_Impression-78_1319_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Impression of Monet's Garden In the spirit of Monet's path of breaking the traditional rules, I made this image of several flowers in his garden. Image # 08069. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226719811-DKR1RMRMO22FYFX01LT8/08070_Giverny_Impression-71_Columbine_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Flying Columbine I love the tiny columbine plants, that remind me of wild orchids. Since this was in Monet's garden, he would have encouraged me to photograph it in an adventurous way. Here it is. Image # 08070. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455226720101-9IELUJPS3II32DKGWR7Y/08071_Giverny_Impression-bridge_2365_1500px.jpg Giverny & Coast - Monet's Pond This was one of two outdoor "studios" created by Claude Monet. He transformed a field into this tranquil water garden, bordered by a changing variety of flowers delivering color and texture to the eyes of the artist. Image # 07109. http://hillart.com/classic-cars daily 0.75 2020-12-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610387875874-Q5UO81I4NQTPCCIWUAA2/Duesenberg-1930-40890-side-1-red%26blk_3M.jpg Classic Cars - 1930 Duesenberg Coupe This burgundy and black beauty looks like it is in motion even when parked. Image # 08472. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607013776803-XZ9VR94NK0G5DIFI9S2Z/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1935 Auburn Boattail Speedster Early morning at an Indiana Concours - Auburns are ready to star! Image #40236. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738726737-T7QRWRJIB68HE7I6P4Q9/41878_Auburn-1931-front-red_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1931 Auburn Speedster The 1931 Auburn Boat-tail speedster is a work of art. Released in the middle of the Depression, it conveyed the feeling of speed even when parked. Serious lighting on the front of this gem. Image # 41878. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607019436319-PI8IJJAIYJGGWR030YF1/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - Cord 1929 L29 Cabriolet, commissioned by Frank Lloyd Wright Wright had this fun car painted Taliesin Orange, and it was one of the first front-wheel drive cars. Image #41882 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610387704139-OEK9UCGTWH1G07KQH0NB/Cord-1930-L29-40664-side-1-burgundy_3M.jpg Classic Cars - 1930 Cord L29 This model was one of the most elegant Cords ever produced, inside and out. Image # 08471. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610388352647-OIDMGU7CS7B8MURRLYL6/Chevrolet-1956-BelAir-40552-3%3A4view-blue_3M.jpg Classic Cars - 1969 Chevrolet BelAir Popular singer Dinah Shore sang “See the USA in your Chevrolet” many, many times on television and radio. This 2-door sedan was clean in design and well-priced. Image # 08469. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738724095-QEJTTX69W7OHXOFJ0NKV/08117_Buick-1959-Cuba_135M.jpg Classic Cars - 1959 Buick Angled Headlights This gorgeous 1959 Buick was the epitome of style, both front and back. Photographed in Cuba. Image # 08117. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738724292-8Y0QXXMA33CHDYP5OAJB/39014_T-Bird-blizzard2009_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - Thunderbird in Hiding Many people have snow stories, and this is mine. I parked my fun T-Bird in the driveway. I know I did. Just can't find it... Maybe I'll just have to wait for spring. Image # 39014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457124720550-BIVIT0TWSHJGGRD7MF70/40185_Auburn12-1932-Speedster-boat-tail_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - Bodacious Boat-tail The 1932 Auburn Boat-tail Speedster was a work of art, inspired by Auburn's success on racing circuits. The car's speed, luxury and reasonable price sealed the deal for many buyers. If you are ever wondering what to give artist Wayne Hill for his birthday... Image # 40185. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607030796002-WQABFINATOOQ9Z5D16LZ/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1931 Auburn Boattail Speedster It was hip to have a gold and black speedster! Image #40169. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738724852-1B6E84HL36M557SHM0XN/40212_Auburn851-1935-Spdstr-frontgrille_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1935 Auburn Speedster Fiery redhead seeks high-performance relationship... The 1935 Auburn Boat-tail Speedster was a work of art, featuring a new front end and pontoon fenders. Released at the end of the Depression, it never enjoyed the commercial success its design deserved. Image # 40212. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738725068-0YL2MLYLBFY5I8J260SC/40294_Auburn851-1935-headlight_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1935 Auburn 851 There are design similarities between the Cord and the Auburn. Both were gems made in the same factory. Image # 40294. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738725041-6BC6E0BFFO30E9640A3B/40902_Dues31-front-grille_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1931 Duesenberg Model J If you're going to make a statement, don't mumble. 1931 Duesenberg Model J Clear Vision. Image # 40902. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607533777158-Q7GQQ9LIGGD1D80JY756/40912_Duesenberg-1931-ModJ-Rollstn_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1931 Duesenberg Model J Rollston Formal Sedan Duesenberg was and still is regarded by many car experts as America's finest automobile. The 1931 Duesenberg Model J Rollston Formal Sedan was a work of art, costing around $20,000 during the Great Depression. Less than 500 were built, each to buyer specifications. Image # 40912. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738725461-A0IJO61TCKZW0Z6OH6Z6/41231_Jag1958-MK150-leaper_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1958 Jaguar MK150 The hood ornament looks like a Jaguar, and is affectionately known as "the leaper". During this era, owners would say that if it did not leak oil, it was not really a Jag. Image # 41231. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607018047248-5TWHNH0HY1S15P3J1ES4/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1934ca Auburn Phaeton This elegant car had just completed an ACD rally with other Auburns, Cords and Duesenburgs. Image #41880. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738725891-PMU3NMZIICSLPDDN6DMG/41876_Cad_1936_Fltwd_Hdlight_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1936 Cadillac Fleetwood The 1936 Cadillac featured high-end design in the period of recovery after the Depression. "Fleetwood" was a name that connected prospects with high society, and that model name has lasted to this day. Image # 41876. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738726317-66CHYJK6DK1AGUTURNZ3/41877_Buick-1959-Electra225-Hdlight_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1959 Buick Electra 225 This 1959 Buick represents the high style of fins, both front and back. A wonderful one-year-only design. Image # 41877. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738724332-2CNQT87SPN8WYYUY43N2/08115_Buick1959-Cuba-0598_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1959 Buick Tail Fin This gorgeous 1959 Buick was the epitome of style, both front and back. Photographed in Cuba. Image # 08115. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738726906-1EU2COTGZBPF4LOV32BT/41881_TBird-1956-rear_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1956 Thunderbird This 1956 T-Bird featured the "continental" style spare tire cover - very stylish and highly impractical. Image # 41881. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738727128-0KXJ526UWTROJRCHPG77/41883_Chevy-1959-Impala-taillight_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1959 Chevrolet Impala Platinum blonde seeks fast company. The 1959 Chevy Impala tear-drop tali light was unique, and anchored the classic fin above it. # 41883. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738727688-Q1AATSEB7Y5BOW77BOML/41889_Cadillac-1941-60Special-Fltwd-15_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1941 Cadillac Fleetwood The 1941 Cadillac Series 60 Special featured high-end design in the period of recovery after the Depression. "Fleetwood" was a name that connected prospects with high society, and that model name has lasted to this day. Image # 41889. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738727665-KUGY45KBH6OYC2W5WBR2/081163_Buick1959-Cuba-0594_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1959 Buick Front Grille This gorgeous 1959 Buick was the epitome of style, both front and back. Photographed in Cuba. Image # 08116. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607017715898-V85FNQ4E7OEMOOUZ67XO/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1928 Bugatti Grand Sport Bugattis were normally in front of the others in a race. The only way a driver would see the front of this racer was if it were parked! Image #41881 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607017899625-9YYIFMQLH5OQJPFJ93C7/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1935 Auburn 851 Boattail Speedster This hot car looks like it is moving even when parked. Image #40230. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1455738726268-Y6L99J9KDDXVGBBST0K8/41232_Jag1958-MK150-leaper_1500px.jpg Classic Cars - 1958 Jaguar MK150 This roadster is one of the all-time top Jags, winning many competitions. It sure won my heart. Image # 41232. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607030028758-R5IUKWQZ76DES5PL19PD/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1932 Buick Runabout This pristine Buick is rarin’ to go - ideally with the top down. Image #40365. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607030184537-57I5CEWSDDNDSDOQUCK0/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1958 Corvette Convertible This was one of the classic years for the Corvette - a sweet car. Image #41883. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607532702988-GZIAHV2H20G7I9QWFU9K/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V The angled headlights were the rage in 1960! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607531100931-0LDX2DVF3QLUVNJMF33F/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1959 Buick Electra 225, white. This Buick sported classic angled headlights. Image # 40421. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607533135960-7JG25ASSPR8M6GEJEPW9/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1930 duPont This short-lived brand featured unique headlights. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1607533483364-N3X738ZTK553MN9NLZSV/image-asset.jpeg Classic Cars - 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham This unique car featured a stainless steel roof and 4 doors that opened to the center (“suicide doors”). Image # 40440. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610387367164-FTX6O72QTMITMBX26O2H/Cadillac-1946-605Fleetwood-Woody-40452-3%3A4view-1-black_3M.jpg Classic Cars - 1946 605 Cadillac Fleetwood I’ll bet you did not know that Cadillac produced “woodies”. “Woodies” were very popular in the late 1940s and early 1950s. It is rare to see a Cadillac dressed up with wood paneling! Image # 08468. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1610387550739-KMEJGAACUF3ZTCWHPRNJ/Cord-1930-L29-40663-rear-1-red_4M.jpg Classic Cars - 1930 Cord L29 Many cars featured a spare tire positioned behind the trunk - Cord and Duesenberg were known to create a matching luggage trunk for their discriminating owners. Image # 08470. http://hillart.com/newhawaii daily 0.75 2016-02-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789631641-CPDDY2TWVQZMJSYHTOOF/04487_HI_Princeville-Hammock_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Princeville Stress Relief Where does time go to rest? Time goes to a place where the four winds are free to meet and play in the tree tops and dance with the harvest moon. Listen closely for the faint familiar music you hear . . . The trees are whispering their island dreams, as they look across Hanalei Bay toward Makana peak, better known as Bali Hai. Stress? What stress? Image # 04487. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789631359-2LVXWB267LXUQJK6KQB8/06478_HI_Maui-Hana-waterfall_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Hana Waterfall Few drives in the world are more beautiful than Maui's legendary Road to Hana, and there are many waterfalls that invite your visit. I found this photogenic waterfall at the end of a hike along a cliff at Puohokamoa, and features brilliant Royal Poinciana flowers on the hillside. This is a classic example of enjoying the journey more than the destination. Image # 06478. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789631917-N0X0DBTPXER6QXLLMR6G/06486_HI_Maui-Wailea-waterfall_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Wailea Waterfall On Maui's south coast, I courted this spectacular waterfall, which I found to be mesmerizing. I came back several times until the light was right. Look, listen and enjoy! Image # 06486. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789632266-7PSKR127M9VIH4Y3A4KE/06496_HI_Kauai-Waimea-Canyon_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Waterfall in Waimea The Waimea Canyon in Kauai, Hawaii is a extraordinary gorge that defies description. The geological layers evident on the sides of the canyon are reminiscent of the grander Grand Canyon in Arizona. The canyon is ten miles long, one mile wide, and 3,600 feet deep, and is an awesome sight. The delicacy of this waterfall offers counterpoint to the rugged terrain surrounding it. Image # 06496. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789632216-3WXE2BBAB0QBKJUZINQR/06511_HI_Maui-HumuhumuSunset_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Humuhumu Sunset On Maui's Wailea coast, sunsets are spectacular. This one was enjoyed at a restaurant named after the Hawaiian state fish: Humhumunukunukuapua'a. I found this easier to pronounce after two umbrella drinks. What a delightful end to another memorable day in Hawaii. Image # 06511. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789632741-SK6YLSJFWVE8B2WE3U2O/06512_HI_Maui-Hana-PaintedGum_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Rainbow Eucalyptus #1 On the legendary Road to Hana on Maui, I hiked into a forest to find spectacular colors on the bark of a Rainbow Eucalyptus (Gum) tree. What a vibrant abstract! Image # 06512. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789632714-YBZ7Q2XKPK551OR6D0FE/06516_HI_Kauai-Napali-Coast_1500px.jpg Hawaii - The NaPali Coast The NaPali coast on Kauai, Hawaii is one of the most rugged places in America. I hired a helicopter, had the doors removed, and explored this remote but colorful region from above. Image # 06516. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789633283-8WOD4UN3G9E8H3BQONIY/07472_Maui_Mama%27sBeach-5282_1500px.jpg Hawaii - No Stress at Mama's Fish House I arrived on Maui after a very long flight, and was counting on the salt air, breeze in the palms and the sound of gentle surf to work Maui magic on me. It did not take long, and after a gourmet lunch at Mama's, I sure felt better. So much better that I may not go home! Image # 07472. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789633941-W6M5PXTCDYECX6L0YPTJ/07473_Maui_Mama%27sBeach-5287_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Ready for a Ride? I have never ridden in an outrigger canoe, but this one sure is inviting. It is located on the palm-covered beach near Mama's Fish House on Maui. Will you come with me? You can even ride "shotgun". Image # 07473. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789633582-L6LUXI86UPCH1PSO14PX/07474_HI_Maui_sunset-pool_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Afterglow in Lahaina One of my favorite moments in the day is the brief calm just after sunset. Another is the predawn sky just before sunrise. The traffic and tourists of Lahaina are far below and forgotten. Take a deep breath - and simply enjoy this moment. Image # 07474. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789634045-9HQAI7U5AI14S6408F3A/07475_Maui_sunset-pool-5229_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Maui Sunset Ahead You know what is coming. Your two assignments are: locate a refreshing libation, and pick your lounge chair. Any questions? Image # 07475. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789634649-CYOPRJ8QM7YMXH5LKGES/07476_HI_Maui_GWailea-waterfall_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Waterfall in Wailea What a treat for the senses: the steady sounds of multiple waterfalls, coupled with the radiant color of Bougainvillea. Listen and inhale. Repeat for quite a while... Image # 07476. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789634594-JZZ576K5EUKA3GBRL47M/07477_Maui_KokiBeach-Hamoa_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Koki Beach Koki Beach is in the tiny village of Hamoa on the remote side of Hana, Maui. Clear remnants of lava have darkened the rock shore, and on this beautiful day there are no people anywhere in view. Image # 07477. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789637053-KKJJHTIDTQBJAAFS6HX9/07478_Maui_Hana-Wailua+Falls_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Wailea Falls Wailua Falls is the most impressive waterfall along the Hana Highway. When it flows heavily, it generates wind that whips plants and spray around, as well as attracting people like me who want to photograph it. Image # 07478. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789636430-PNR7IISR7Z2IAOPBVOU0/07479_Maui_Hana-Pipiwai_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Waterfalls in Haleakala National Park This is the wet side of Haleakala National Park, with Pipiwai Stream and the Falls at Makahiku running through 'Oheo Gulch. These ponds are known as the Seven Sacred Pools - except there are not seven and they indeed are not sacred. It nevertheless is a great opportunity to live in the moment. Image # 07479. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789637060-7DCZTF6VMNR6PHFMWQ3R/07480_Maui_Hana-funky_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Get Funky on the Road to Hana There are numerous stands along the Road to Hana, and Glen's may be the most colorful. He does know how to have fun, even if he cannot spell. Image # 07480. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789637679-NDTE3CTAN3G1NQPJE41L/07481_Maui_pool-calm_1500px.jpg Hawaii - How Far is Infinity? Numerous lovely places on the planet have "infinity pools", yet until you are sitting on the edge of one, or are floating gently in one, you do not realize the power they have over our imagination. Image # 07481. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789637653-LSHMKZAHILJY5FBRI3XX/07482_Maui_pool-2910_1500px.jpg Hawaii - High Above Lahaina This tranquil pool sits high above Lahaina, with the Pacific taking you on to forever. Lingering here can become very addictive, for the right reasons. Stress? What stress? Image # 07482. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789638829-IVVW3ODDQBMFOD8Q7UY2/07483_Maui_evac-sign-2846_1500px.jpg Hawaii - What Should I Do??? Help me out here. This pair of signs near Lahaina give clear instructions, but they clearly contradict each other. Imagine how much help they would be in time of an approaching Tsunami. Image # 07483. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789639557-X4VGC6706FK9D6H9F5V7/07484_HI_Maui_waterfall-flowers-4433_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Kauai Waterfall This gentle waterfall feeds into Keoniloa Bay, surrounded by beautiful flowers. In my next life, I may want to be a waterfall. Image # 07484. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789639187-Z3P1HEW7R42FKWEBPXE9/07485_HI_Maui-F12-Rd2Hana_1500px.jpg Hawaii - The Road to Hana The Road performs a serpentine dance along the cliffs of East Maui, crossing dozens of pools and cascading waterfalls, hundreds of blind curves and 56 one-way bridges - all on the way to the tiny village called Hana. My description really makes you want to do it! But if you wanted ordinary, you wouldn't have come here. Image # 07485. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789639408-CIDNSYJR7LKHR6J40GGY/07486_HI_Kauai-B13-Dondero%27sSunset_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Dondero Sunset I never take an awesome sunset for granted. This performance happened as I was enjoying dinner at Dondero's on Kauai. Of the many things you'll find on Kauai, the most difficult may be a reason to return home. Image # 07486. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789639745-TOUMUMI491QC71W28YNA/07487_Maui2007-Haleakala_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Haleakala Crater This impressive crater rim is visited before sunrise by thousands of tourists every year. In brighter sun, it looks like it could be on the moon rather than on Maui. Image # 07487. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789639898-VPLFKKTEFBTCYWDIQ0ZU/07489_Maui-F4-Eucalyptus_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Rainbow Eucalyptus #2 What an amazing tree! This is located in the Ke'anae Arboretum on the Road to Hana. This photograph would not work in black and white! Image # 07489. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789640102-IEK43ZQQCD2K2OPAVW0C/07490_Maui-F5-Eucalyptus_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Rainbow Eucalyptus #3 This is only one of a thousand things to see on the Road to Hana. In any other forest, this tree would be a standout, but in the Ke'anae Arboretum, its neighbors are even bolder in color. Image # 07490. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789640591-ZBLGVGX8J1UK7AAZ4QTH/07491_Maui-F7-Eucalyptus_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Rainbow Eucalyptus #4 This amazing tree lives in the Ke'anae Arboretum on the Road to Hana. What a wonderful and vibrant palette on the tree bark. Nearby animals must not be able to sleep nearby. Image # 07491. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789640946-MD259LTQ9TL3K2L0DEXO/36602_HI_Afternoon_Kona_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Afternoon in Kona It looks like there's an empty lounge chair for you to join me on this beautiful Kona beach on the Kailua-Kona coast of "the big island" Hawaii. Just do it and recharge your spirit. Image # 36602. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454789641017-IEN0BCNIYQ3SEC2UGHRR/36767_Kona_Sunset_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Kona Sunset This inspiring sunset on the Kailua-Kona coast of "the big island" Hawaii was calling to me. Focus on this image for a few moments and it may be calling you as well. Image # 36767. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1458220700129-YF9K6HUOUTIGJ5PIAYO1/36589_HI_Akala-Falls_1500px.jpg Hawaii - Akaka Falls On the big island of Hawaii, Akaka Falls State Park has two gorgeous waterfalls on one short hike. The pleasant 0.4-mile uphill hike will take you through a lush rainforest filled with wild orchids, bamboo groves and draping ferns. You'll first see 100-foot Kahuna Falls, and then the towering Akaka Falls which plummets 442-feet into a stream-eroded gorge. Image # 36589. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Hawaii http://hillart.com/newpennsylvania daily 0.75 2016-02-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966807016-PTB9ZB54C9UI4WSURQ2V/01200_PA_Longwood-Gazebo_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - The Gazebo at Longwood Longwood Gardens is a magnificent legacy created by the DuPont family, and this pond is perhaps the most romantic spot in the vast gardens. Located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, I love to wander in this oasis of man-made nature. Large-format panoramic image # 01200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966807665-2NNOXKB8DDMEH1FUJU3E/01212_Longwood_fountain_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - Intimate Fountain Longwood Gardens is one of the largest gardens in America. Yet there are many intimate settings like this one that invite you to sit on a bench, hear the songbirds and forget the office. Image # 01212. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966807696-TZ15FM0KOVM701UA76PY/01213_Longwood_fountains_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - Elegance at Longwood You can easily spend a day enjoying the expansive formal and informal Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA. Better yet - spend a day in each season and you still will not see all this gem has to offer. Image # 01213. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966807875-MDABR897MMOQM5OVI7HA/03809_Longwd-Ital-Wtr-Grdn_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - Italian Water Garden This elegant formal water garden in Longwood Gardens is a classic recreation of those found on old estates in Italy. The DuPont family created these expansive gardens in Kennett Square, PA. Image # 03809. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966807853-7GKVD9LYIOW54YIGFQZ1/03812_Gettysburg-Canon_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - Cannon in the Clearing These cannon are poised to maintain control over the fields to the left, in Gettysburg National Military Park. All is peaceful today, but they were an active part in this pivotal Civil War battle. Image # 03812. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966808086-4OT93UNC0DLOZAS482ZC/03821_Gttysbg-McPhrsnRdge_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - McPherson Ridge at Gettysburg The fields around Gettysburg National Military Park are serene, with only the memorials hinting at the terrible fighting that took place here. Image # 03821. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966808124-X1W8OW0B972X9BPFMXW9/05037_PA_Mill-Run-Falls_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - The Falls at Mill Run While these falls could be many places, they are actually just below Fallingwater, Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece in western PA. Image # 05037. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966808351-1RY7YO26XRQVK1KNP15L/05710_Longwood-Gazebo_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - The Longwood Gazebo Longwood Gardens is a magnificent legacy created by the DuPont family, and this pond is perhaps the most romantic spot in the vast gardens. I love to wander in this amazing man-made oasis, located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. Image # 05710. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966808819-4NI6XB5I1JNXITCTJC6C/07452_Fallingwater_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - Fallingwater Frank Lloyd Wright was a genius, and designed this amazing home in Mill Run, PA for the Kaufman family. It is located in a wooded setting, and part of the revolutionary design positioned the living room directly over the water. Definitely worth your visit. Image # 07452. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966808521-JZVGVHGM2UCJIDAP5ZND/35553_PA_Amish_Gardening_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - Amish Gardening The farms near Intercourse, PA are known for fertile soil and expert farmers. Their work rarely stops, and it is all done without machinery. Image # 35553. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966808947-Q5GMMK03B3XREVSM77JX/35908_PA_Dutch-Market_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - The Goodville Country Store For more than 175 years, this store has served the Pennsylvania Dutch community. In recent years, the traffic has been primarily tourists who are attracted by the high quality quilts and homemade edibles inside. Image # 35908. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966809721-X5PLT7IK8VRSK9C7FQA9/38105_PA_Liberty-Bell_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - This Bell Rings for Liberty The Liberty Bell is an iconic symbol of American independence, and was cast in 1753. It is an impressive part of the Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, and weighs about 2000 pounds. Definitely worthy of your visit. Image # 38105. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966809355-OA1OR6LGLMQL5S9IA7VB/38112_PA-Dutch-farming_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - Tilling Time The Pennsylvania Dutch farmers work without electricity or motorized equipment. They are hard-working and highly respected for the quality of their produce. It is remarkable to watch their workmanship. Image # 38112. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454966810159-2GRS32GL08BT0798ER1R/38114_Longwood-flowers_1500px.jpg Pennsylvania - Flowers at the Gazebo You want stress relief? Visit Longwood Gardens, find this gazebo and the many flowers nearby. Then inhale, sit down, turn off your electronics, inhale again... Longwood is a magnificent legacy from the DuPont family in Kennett Square, PA. Image # 38114. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1537219476555-QZH7E7L2ZGOAJR8XNWOY/08366_PA-Philly-WashSquare-8777_5M.jpg Pennsylvania - Freedom is Not Free You are standing in front of the eternal flame, and the memorial to the unknown soldiers of the American Revolution. George Washington is honoring the fallen buried here in Pennsylvania, and thousands of others around the thirteen colonies. Image # 08366. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1537882724272-NTFB3WJ299MF6DS1PJ8Z/08367_Philly-GWchair-8771_4M.jpg Pennsylvania - The Chair How do you create a government from scratch? Americans answered this question by creating and adopting the first written constitution in the history of the world. In Philadelphia, this is the actual chair George Washington used to guide us to approve our Constitution. Image # 08367. http://hillart.com/newvermont-1 daily 0.75 2016-02-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287148-SOSSZAZJRF8DG826711M/00234_Queechee_Pasture_1966_1500px.jpg Vermont - Good Fences Make Good Neighbors Robert Frost had it right, and you will have to read his poem "Mending Wall" to understand. I had this poem on my mind when I made this photograph of a summer pasture in Queechee, Vermont, in 1966. Image # 00234. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287097-ULRUQIK5LD3TRIDD69A1/01861_Wdstk-CountryRoad_1500px.jpg Vermont - South Woodstock South of Woodstock, Vermont, there are several large and pristine "gentleman farms" that quietly projects a touch of class. Wouldn't you like to have this be your driveway? Image # 01861. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287506-CPD58DMTX17A45089HSH/01862_VT_SWoodstock-stone-wall_1500px.jpg Vermont - Woodstock Wall Vermont has to have the most beautiful and most plentiful stone walls. Many years ago, they were built simply to use the large stones removed from the fields so working the fields would be easier. Later, the art form of the stone wall evolved. Image # 01862. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287543-JGPOPITG7IGRE6PCT5XC/01868_Sugar_Shack_1500px.jpg Vermont - Maple Syrup for Sale In late September, the maple leaves are just staring to turn. The wood is piled up for the long sugaring process that will not commence until the sap starts to run in the late winter. But I am inclined to stand at this door to be first in line... Image # 01868. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287831-EB7YRVQDUUKSWUW39XV5/01870_VT_Pomfret_Barns_1500px.jpg Vermont - Pomfret Barns One of Vermont's most classic farmscapes is this cluster of these barns in Pomfret, north of Woodstock. As long as maple syrup isn't far away, this is as good as it gets. Image # 01870. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968287790-3VXQASXJFJBI6BXRFNCZ/01875_Jenne-Farm-summer_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Jenne Farm in Summer Life Magazine once called this timeless Vermont farmscape the most-photographed farm in America. Located in South Reading near Woodstock, it's easy to see why. I made this is early morning photograph in June, knowing that other tripods will join me in the fall. There is a coffee can nailed to the tree on the left, inviting visiting tripod-owners to contribute to their electric bill. I always donate. Image # 01875. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968288190-PQ8VOXF9R6ZNN57K1RRY/01879_VT_WWdstck-LincolnBridge_1500px.jpg Vermont - West Woodstock-Lincoln Bridge This historic bridge was completed in 1865, and crosses the Ottauquechee River west of the Woodstock village. Image # 01879. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968288190-QUI2WTY2943EVVZAE2OL/01887_VT_Sonata_in_Ice_1500px.jpg Vermont - Sonata in Ice This elegant arrangement of frozen cattails is just barely in Vermont. Actually, I was standing on the frozen Connecticut River near the Vermont shore to make this photograph lit by the afterglow of the setting sun. Image # 01887. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968288922-7BSN2HP4OWC2TFF6HV0U/05670_Bull-Sign-NO_1500px.jpg Vermont - What Part of DON'T Don't You Understand? What part of DON'T don't you understand? This is the most memorable "No Trespassing" sign I have ever seen, and it is located in rural Vermont. The farmer who crafted this warning left no doubt about the boundary outsiders are asked to respect. Image # 05670. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968288806-6S00OU7OKXVXNGULERVN/08012_PatrioticFence-9606_1500px.jpg Vermont - Patriotic Fence Soon after the horrific events of 9/11, a couple painted this flag on their fence in White River Junction, as a silent statement of their love for America. Fifteen years later, it still speaks: may God bless America! Image #08012. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289058-3SDQ97SRSGL1YBLPCWCT/08013_Pomfret-patriotic-barn_1500px.jpg Vermont - Patriotic Barn As you drive along the scenic backroads north of Woodstock, Vermont, you might just come across this picturesque farmscape. I love the American flag, and immediately stopped to make this photograph. Image # 08013. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289348-MVICI9ARWA11BHBUWZGX/08014_Goin-Fishin-patriotic-pond_1500px.jpg Vermont - Goin' Fishin' This patriotic pond called to me as I was driving on a back road south of Woodstock. What a great expression of love for America, in a whimsical way. And - look outside - today might just be a perfect day for you to go fishin'! Image # 08014. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289248-RN05IWJJZ5K55PE2BPFC/08015_Wdstck-Barn-Flag-9874_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Golden Cow Barn North of Woodstock, I saw this barn over 170 years old - yet lovingly preserved. The flag made me stop and appreciate the strength of patriotism in rural America. Image # 08015. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289430-952OWUAU246DOJQ6AGDY/08018_WindsorCovBridge-sign_1500px.jpg Vermont - The cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge Now 150 years old, this covered bridge is in daily use by those wanting to cross the Connecticut River. But please walk your horses. Image # 08018. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289481-2JALXCEF3Q3Y02BRZYQP/35059_Lincoln-CovBridge_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Lincoln Bridge As the vivid colors of October soften into memories, this bridge over the White River west of Woodstock, Vermont remains. It is still in daily use. Ask the nearby restaurant about its fascinating history. Image # 35059. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968290031-ED2M2WU9A4EE0P2AY2DD/35068_Fall_Color_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Maples Win There is an annual competition between the maples, oaks and birches for the most vivid colors in the fall. Maples will always prevail. Image # 35068. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968289790-KIMP7RX7V5QKM40Y9PBM/35070_Dairy_farm_barns_1500px.jpg Vermont - Barn on the Connecticut This classic dairy farm has no idea how photogenic it is, sitting on the western shore of the Connecticut River. It has been lovingly preserved with an outstanding paint job. Image # 35070. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968290072-Q9DOBX5PD0NKT1260I8W/35701_VT_Sugar-Shack_12M.jpg Vermont - Sugar Shack Who does not love maple syrup? When the sugar maple sap starts to run in early spring in Vermont, nostalgic buildings like this one near Woodstock spring to life for 24/7 activity. The sap is collected from maple trees, then boiled to yield various grades of syrup and candy. I would be willing to hang around and test the quality of each gallon produced... Image # 35701. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1454968290620-IH8MK2EPY5UB4GJ3BQY9/36028_Jenne_Farm_Fall_1500px.jpg Vermont - The Jenne Farm in Fall Life Magazine once called this timeless Vermont farmscape the most-photographed farm in America. Located in South Reading near Woodstock, it's easy to see why. I made this early morning photograph in early October, and my tripod holes have been there for many Octobers. Image # 36028. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1457982700453-FQT2PG49AMBCL2TJDRN7/36080_Stowe-Snow-Abstract_1500px.jpg Vermont - Stowe Snow What should you do while you are waiting in a line to ride the chairlift to the top of the mountain in Stowe, Vermont? I loved the abstract drift that was shoulder-high several feet away. I forgot his place in line, and made this photograph while on skis. Image # 36080. http://hillart.com/great-smoky-mountains-national-park daily 0.75 2017-05-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494260880101-RT6ROJ1IM77WGQCOCOKC/04457_RoaringForkFalls_5M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Ramsay Cascades The motion of water tumbling over rock is mesmerizing, as is the novelty of enjoying so much water closely and vividly. This is located in the Roaring Fork section of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Image # 04457 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494262154923-IWYRYPO00L3Y569THWQP/08195_CadesC-EphraimBales-Barn-3813_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Ephraim Bales Barn This barn in Cades Cove was vital to store harvested crops, as there was no refrigeration. Every board was hewn by hand. Image #08195. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494262208731-94GK2SG9BG6V2P745EBW/08196_CadesC-EphraimBales-Barn-Door-3815_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The Barn Door This was the primitive door to the Ephraim Bales Barn, showing the marks from the laborious axe-work to shape every board. Image # 08196. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494262340026-I9RK6TVDDG50SRFTUDE4/08206_CadesCove-CableMill-6063_5M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - John Cable's Mill A century ago, self-sufficiency was the rule in the Cades Cove valley. This mill was important, to enable farmers to grind their corn and wheat into flour. Image # 08206. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494262621697-C6ON6MQA5F7SVT7T5KLB/08210_CadesCove-former-farm-3779_3M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Former Farm This land was acquired in 1820 by the State of Tennessee from the Cherokee Indians. Settlers transformed virgin wooded land into productive farms. This former pasture is very gradually being reclaimed by the forest. Image # 08210. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494262897599-9BO2ZOH858WVMUN1H5O9/08216_CadesCove-spring-woods-6049_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Shades of Spring More than twenty species of plants and trees are coming back to life as spring visits Cades Cove. If you listen, the birds are also returning. How many shades of green can you have in your palette? Image # 08216. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494263635005-ZZ47UCVE1JF9KTX156QS/08197_CadesC-EphraimBales-Barn%2BHouse-3818_3M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Ephraim Bales Barn and House This Park features the finest collection of more than 80 log buildings in America - every one of them built without any power tools. Here is a large barn that was fifty yards from the farm house. Image # 08197. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494263856413-BYVG05OKSCTQA4IWMOWP/08198_CadesC-EphraimBales-corn-crib-3845_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The Corn Crib Ephraim Bales gradually built a fully self-sufficient farm, which was important in the century prior to refrigeration. Corn was harvested and stored in this corn crib to feed animals, and was ground into flour for baking. Image # 08198. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494264104084-GSHABBAKR3SN2B5QL89V/08200_CadesC-EphraimBales-Hog-Pen-3836_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The Hog Pen This building was really more of a small barn than a "pen". It was the place where hogs were stored to protect them from bears. Image # 08200. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494264252061-P8GP4ENPZ99GLHZJUIUG/08199_CadesC-EphraimBales-Hog-Pen-3833_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Hog Pen on the Hill Ephraim Bales built his hog pen in a location more than 100 yards from his house - both to give him distance from the "pig sounds" as well as from their aroma. Image 08199. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494264526106-PFJ4EAAHI28UYCQ7AS3E/08205_CadesCove-Cantilever-Barn-6070_3M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The Cantilever Barn This was a distinctive style of barn built in the southern Appalachian region. Hay was stored in the upper level and livestock on the ground floor. Image # 08205. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494264693423-LI2PFAKTY9Z2Z20DFTWH/08201_CadesC-EphraimBales-House-ca1925-3821_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Ephraim Bales Farmstead This house was large for its time, built entirely by hand, with axes to shape the timbers and shingles. The stone fireplace was located in the center, to allow its heat to radiate to each room in the winter. Image # 08201. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494264849198-SJYBLCCYINKS1IH7PISO/08202_CadesC-EphraimBales-House-ca1925-3844_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - An Early House This house reflects the skills and techniques brought into the mountains in the mid-1850s. Privacy in the home was rare. Life centered in the main room. Children were welcomed: the more kids, the lighter the farm work. The home was a business, school, hospital, orphanage, nursing home and poor house. Image # 08202. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494266148971-4O57AT995452X36V9QCE/08203_CadesC-EphraimBales-House-roof-3824_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Split Wood Shingle Roof The roof over the Ephraim Bales house featured split wood shingles, each shaped by hand. Notched corners on the walls needed no pegs or nails, as gravity locked them in place. Windows and doors were small, to conserve heat and maintain the strength of the building. Image # 08203. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494267629916-Q57LH3OC96OGQA338PA2/08215_CadesCove-PrimitiveBapChurch-6046_3M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The Primitive Baptist Church The Primitive Baptist Church began in 1827, and the adjoining cemetery shows names of early settlers. Image # 08215. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494266970349-946E2EH14LYODR6QWLG2/08220_GSM-NP_shades-3857_3M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Blue, like Smoke The Cherokee described these mountains as shaconage, meaning "blue, like smoke." The eastern band of Cherokee now live on its reservation next to the national park. They are descendants of those not forcibly removed in the 1830s. Image # 08220. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494267458274-CMS0TOYPXU3ZIHPZM74A/08221_RoaringFork-waterfall-6011_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Roaring Fork Waterfall The Roaring Fork area of the Park offers endless cascades running through vibrant moss-covered rocks under a canopy of lush foliage from old-growth forests. Image #08221. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494267719615-U0D8KH05CCXRQ8DIT1CV/08218_CadesCove-woods-6077_3M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Old Growth Forest This park has magnificent forests in which we can hike, photograph, and contemplate the timeless appeal of nature. Image # 08218. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494267915986-RE8PYLYWTU1M7WR0MRRF/08217_CadesCove-wild-turkeys-6019_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Wild Turkeys The Park is home to 200 species of birds and 60 species of mammals. Wild Turkeys are occasionally seen in the morning, making their rounds. Image # 08217. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494267962760-EM45IXTMQBYOPTFL0MP3/08219_GSM-NP_shades-3852_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Shades of the Smokies From Clingmans Dome, in several directions, the receding peaks and valleys become increasingly gray and blue. This is the reason the Great Smoky Mountains earned their name. Image #08220. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494268078246-FYYOBA2TBQV8EIRMPQ0N/08213_CadesCove-meadow-3776_3M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Morning Meadow In the center of Cades Cove, there are several expansive meadows. In early morning, they are often blanketed in mist - yet when the sun burns the mist away, we are left with a lush panorama to enjoy. Image #08213. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494268107958-H5YWUXH6M6JKCIHMRV0M/08214_CadesCove-path-in-woods-6030_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The Path Less Traveled Poet Robert Frost would have loved to spend time here, writing about fences and paths and dogwoods and life. Image # 08214. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494268165066-XSN1MZIMM1JFDZU6TV4K/08211_CadesCove-JohnOliver-grave-3785_3.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - In Memoriam Think about the times represented in this image. John Oliver was born into a new republic, served in the War of 1812, and died during the Civil War. Plus, he was the first white settler in Cades Cove. Image # 08211. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494268202265-OLHOGTA2QRB6RKD72W6V/08207_CadesCove-CarterShieldsCabin-6082_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The Carter Shields Cabin For more than a century, this was a culture of limited supply and minimum waste. A sense of community filled Cades Cove. With axe, plow and gun, these hardy settlers transformed old forests into a vibrant mountain community. Image # 08207. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1494268263529-2NENN4XCENO3CMKQITRS/08209_CadesCove-fence-dogwood-6027_4M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park - The Old Fence Split rail fences were common in Cades Cove, as well as being practical. This would be a great place and time to sit and contemplate the good old days. Image # 08209. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503840074292-4CZS2875AOWGYQQPW6ZX/04465_TN-GSMNP-RoaringFork-stream_3M.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Great Smoky Mountains National Park http://hillart.com/tanzania daily 0.75 2017-04-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493822553036-WL80KX7M4VSQPMTST44C/_08177_2_NDU-WK-Lionesses-drinking-best-4823_5M.jpg Tanzania - Thirsty Ladies These lionesses were hunting all night, to provide food for their cubs. As daybreak arrived, they saw this watering hole, and enjoyed well-earned drinks of water. Image # 08177.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493822829837-9FJ04UIM73U4Z352J160/_08166_2_NDU-WB-bird-GreyCrownedCrane-5516_7M.jpg Tanzania - Dressed for Success The Grey Crowned Crane may be the most exotic bird in Africa. It is sure fun to watch as it struts around - wonder where he is going? Image # 08166.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493825522065-9QPZDFTSP59BMAD3RN9T/_08167_2_NDU-WB-Cheetah-running-1058_4M.jpg Tanzania - Revving Up! The Cheetah is regarded as the fastest animal in the world. These two brothers demonstrated their speed as they chased another male Cheetah out of their territory. Our vehicle could not keep up with them, even though we thought we were on a "Ferrari Safari". Image # 08167.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493825618854-T0JPERG2MJ8LM3WMDNXH/_08168_2_NDU-WB-Lions-courting-1522_4M.jpg Tanzania - Courting Cats These two beautiful lions found each other, and after some preliminary foreplay they mated repeatedly over several days. What we witnessed was a vital part of the life cycle. Image # 08168.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493825928515-P0F5AC78FL2CWGK0K5IB/_08169_2_NDU-WB-Lion-walking-1571_4M.jpg Tanzania - Yes, I AM the very top of the Food Chain This beautiful male lion took his time moving across the Serengeti, his flowing mane moving in the gentle breeze. He is one exquisite animal! Image #08169.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493826384767-5DMLLYSS370YF56LA5UB/_08170_2_NDU-WB-Lioness-sisters-2243_5M.jpg Tanzania - Affectionate Sisters These two lionesses are about a year old, still playful and very loving toward each other and to their mother. They were beautiful to watch. Image # 08170.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493826517133-X6FNNW1G9GAOMD3PL5MN/_08171_2_NDU-WB-Cheetah-cub-1920_5M.jpg Tanzania - Cheetah Cherub This little one is about four weeks old - full of curiosity and very loving to siblings and to mama. Wish I could have him/her as a carry-on for the flight home... Image # 08171.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493834178586-ZTDPTS35WFBUA2LAD3NV/_08172_2_NDU-WB-Giraffe-young-running-0955_3M.jpg Tanzania - Giraffe Dance Young giraffes are cute but very awkward. Their early learning attempts to run are very funny to watch. They will learn. Image # 08172.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493828634366-N1B2IZ254VLC4RJCH0UK/_08174_2_NDU-WB-Lion-mama%26cubs-dirty-1639_5M.jpg Tanzania - That is Close Enough! This lioness would have her hands full with three active cubs, if only she had hands. Ever heard of "herding cats"? Her tongue was the only way to get them clean, however when she saw me she had other ideas. After putting on my track shoes, I made this photograph. Image # 08174.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493828393178-PRU4SILO1EVEKZRSP8ZU/_08173_2_NDU-WB-Lion-cub-dirty-1595_4M.jpg Tanzania - I Love Mud! This adorable lion cub is three weeks old, and is about the size of a football. It loves to play, dry or muddy, and is very affectionate. But don't even think about picking him/her up - mama is one second away... Image #08173.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493829008164-SGO44JNY9RKN029WCJZJ/_08175_2_NDU-WB-Wildebeest-baby-umbilical-cord-2120_4M.jpg Tanzania - Baby Wildebeest This little one is only one day old, and its umbilical cord is still dangling underneath its tummy. It must walk at birth, and within 2-3 days must learn to run with the grownups. Otherwise, it will become lunch for a predator. Image # 08175.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493829343893-RA8LHYRIVFJD7CLV4V1V/_08176_2_NDU-WK-Zebras-kissing-4929_6M.jpg Tanzania - Zebra Kiss Zebras are very expressive, and these two were learning about relationships. Fun to watch. Image # 08176.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493829481985-YTTEKXMVATPPCBOTL9UX/_08178_2_NDU-WK-Lion-cubs-4721_4M.jpg Tanzania - Adorable Lion Cubs These cute kittens were about three weeks old, each only as large as a football, and totally captivating to watch as they played with each other and with their attentive mama. Image # 08178.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493829777629-AAJOS66RQ9PNIKFX3MHH/_08179_2_NDU-WK-Cheetah-trio-5506_5M.jpg Tanzania - Looking for Lunch Cheetah cubs have to learn to live on their own, starting with scouting for food. Here, Mama led them to a vantage point on the savannah, and they were intent on their lesson. Image # 08179.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493829983541-ED24FZ5E1A64266I4GKQ/_08180_2_NDU-WK-Cheetah-cubs-loving-mama-5153_5M.jpg Tanzania - Loving Mama Cheetah cubs are remarkably affectionate with each other and especially with their mother. They are a joy to watch. Image # 08180.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493830112055-RHDN21GMC5GMITUDEONY/_08181_2_NDU-WK-Cheetah-brothers-5221_3M.jpg Tanzania - The Brothers These two handsome Cheetah males were intent on defending their territory from an intruding Cheetah. Soon after this photograph was made, they took off at a very high speed to remove him from their space. Very impressive to actually see them run! Image # 08181. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493830294947-64AL4UJIUY6XBWX90WLP/_08182_3_GRU-WB-Topi-migration-2637_2M.jpg Tanzania - Topi Migration The Great Migration is a remarkable spectacle to watch. With well over a million Wildebeest and thousands of Zebra and Gazelles, the Serengeti horizon is always filled with moving animals. Topi is not a species that we have known, but they were interesting to watch. Image # 08182.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493830526809-34S4V2P897CT59X7FH4U/_08183_3_GRU-WB-Elephant-young-2523_4M.jpg Tanzania - Tiny Baby Elephant The elephant is one of the largest animals on the planet, so it was a joy to see newborn Elephants - totally protected by the mother for many months. This was my reward for visiting in March. Image # 08183.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493830731999-NL54NHJVT3IU5HPTJLDK/_08184_GRU-WK-Serengeti-Sunrise-5708_3M.jpg Tanzania - Serengeti Sunrise Game drives began each morning about an hour before sunrise, so I had the privilege of watching the glorious Serengeti skies perform. Thanks also to the signature Acacia trees in silhouette. Image # 08184.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493831960981-QX6OLMP9XZAB0KAEFS30/_08185_4_NC-WB-landscape-3231_3M.jpg Tanzania - Lake in the Crater The renowned Ngorongoro Crater is an immense caldera, with plains areas as well as lovely lakes and ponds. What an idyllic place for thousands of animals to call home. Image # 08185.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493832920271-H4IK0W4RUZAWE48BIKME/_08186_4_NC-WK-Elephant-in-Eden-1653_4M.jpg Tanzania - The Garden of Eden One section of the immense Ngorongoro Crater has lush forests, very popular with elephants. One can only imagine what the original Eden looked like. Image # 08186.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493833059924-U3MRDDSHUTNS17KBLB9K/_08187_4_NC-WK-Water-Buffalo%2Bbird-5983_4M.jpg Tanzania - Free Ride Usually the Oxpeckers travel on the backs of Water Buffalo, earning their ride by removing insects. This one wanted a front row seat. Image # 08187.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493833230645-RXXOFJ7D2R05Z3QD6UTY/_08188_4_NC-WB-Elephant-silhouette-3195_3M.jpg Tanzania - Elephant exploring the Crater The Ngorongoro Crater is home to thousands of animals, and this young elephant was exploring his expansive turf as the sun was setting. Image # 08188.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1493833446977-8OAUM2DLDRHNZ1G8K8ZX/_08189_2_NDU-WB-Zebra-young-1826_4M.jpg Tanzania - Stay Close to Mama Young Zebra are brown-and-white, and are very attached to their mother. Very cute to watch. Image # 08189.   http://hillart.com/new-florida daily 0.75 2017-08-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503064833121-VGBN8BNBIJVCC1FQY13R/08255_FL_MagicK-front_3M.jpg Florida - The Magic Kingdom IS Magic! What a remarkable empire of fun has evolved - all because of a mouse! Image # 08255. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1511806960124-YHFNQ4702SGJMX4ZDAZ0/08262_FL_KeyWest-sunset-flipped_395px.jpg Florida - Key West Sunset Florida still performs well after the sun has set! Image # 08262. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503065161623-HGYTM4TYMNVQDV82K72H/08256_FL_CastawayCay_umbrellas_3M.jpg Florida - The Colorful Sunshine State Countless beaches create a border of more than 500 sandy playgrounds all along the coast of Florida. Pick your umbrella! Image # 08256. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503065387441-01HQI4M8P3PMV30BHE0O/08257_FL_CastawayCay_sunfish_3M.jpg Florida - Sunfish Belong in the Water! Sailing a sunfish is tons of fun, and like many sports will be more enjoyable with some practice. These are calling you . . . Image # 08257. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503065500407-I90RYRAP121BG8KOUHNH/08267_FL-KW_KeyWest+sign_3M.jpg Florida - Southernmost Marker Key West is proud of its unique location, and advertises highlights on this sign. Image # 08267. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503067258819-B82O5DBY1F3AK5QLCNY3/08252_FL_Epcot_gardens_0630_3M.jpg Florida - EPCOT Gardens Only Disney can create remarkable characters from flowers! Image # 08252. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503067346256-PRQW5ZV0RM0OIP2DUNN0/08251_FL-Epcot-dome_3M.jpg Florida - Dome Closeup A close look at the EPCOT dome shows that it has transformed from being the roof of a building to being abstract art. Image # 08251. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503067439271-2QM4Y5VJNYSB6S6GQGUN/08253_FL_Epcot_dome_0573_3M.jpg Florida - The Unique EPCOT Dome EPCOT is an acronym for Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow - and its visual icon is this dome. You'll have to visit to see the amazing interior of the dome... Image # 08253. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503067576520-2WMS8X0RV2V2758PTIAG/08258_FL_DisneyDream-atrium_0376_3M.jpg Florida - The Disney Dream This is the atrium of the Disney Dream, one of four unique cruise ships that take lucky passengers (and a few adults) to fun itineraries that usually depart from Port Canaveral. Image # 08258. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503067675912-KTPBZ64O36Y31C89UCDE/08259_FL_DisneyDream_atrium_0363_3M.jpg Florida - Welcome Aboard! Here is the first impression of your arrival on board the Disney Dream, an impressive cruise ship that will capture your sense of fun for years after you leave the ship. Image # 08259. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503068772970-MZRRAAPG6D3X7ZSFRQSY/08263_FL-KW_KeyWest+sunset_3M.jpg Florida - Day's End These palms present a compelling foreground with their distinctive silhouette. Another fine day in Florida comes to a finish. Image # 08263. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503068856813-XPHR5HI5E4DEAITJAGA7/08264_FL-KW_KeyWest-sunset-2_3M.jpg Florida - Sailing into the Key West Sunset This was a memorable beach on which I had a lovely seafood dinner, that was enhanced by this tropical view that changed colors by the minute. Image # 08264. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503068977666-EHTBMI8EMTQTN9SL3YUR/08265_FL-KW_KeyWest-key+lime+pie_3M.jpg Florida - Look but Don't Touch That is MY slice of key lime pie! No other food is as connected to Key West than this delicious treat. You really should get your own... Image # 08265. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503069085892-K2K6EB57KMOJLW90SF57/08266_FL-KW_KeyWest-HemingwayHouse_3M.jpg Florida - The Hemingway House One of Key West's most notable residents was Ernest Hemingway, along with several dozen of his cats. I made this photograph behind a fence, to eliminate the felines. Image # 08266. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503069234271-GKYKU40JR75YF8AK5VM7/08268_FL-KW_KeyWest-airport_3M.jpg Florida - Welcome Sign at the Airport When you land in Key West, there is no doubt you will have fun. Key west has a diverse culture, great seafood, and relaxed standards. Plus lots of sunshine and perhaps adult beverages. Image # 08268. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503940804607-EQQH9OLCWRDWYYEVZVMU/08271_FL-Miami-skyline_3M.jpg Florida - City of Miami There are many aspects of Miami, from the Little Havana community, to the mega-rich condos on the water, to South Beach, but just stop reading and enjoy the skyline of Miami just after sunset. Image # 08271. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1503064934615-Z2874DIIVCGG70GP5VU0/08254_FL_AnimalKingdom-sign_3M.jpg Florida - Wild Times Ahead! Kids love animals, and animals love kids. This themed part is a natural. Image # 08254. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1451874232511-C3GBRCQX0UMQY9E3IB8F/05611_NY_BlueMtn_MistyIsle_1500px.jpg Florida http://hillart.com/frenchpolynesia daily 0.75 2019-11-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572885576106-DYPH36MSDE93RSUYMWBY/w08435_Sofitel-bungalow-sunrise-0888_4M.jpg French Polynesia - The View at Dawn This spectacular view was right outside our bungalow, every morning. I never took it for granted! Image #08435. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572886418274-UWPSRTQSWP304RS9MVLM/w08433_Polynesian-palms-1494_5M.jpg French Polynesia - Polynesian Palms The landscape in Moorea is covered with these coconut palm trees. There are so many it is possible to take them for granted. Image #08433. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572640226721-OFQUQYXPO57O2OQMTLIL/2019-BoraBora-0994-beachscape_9M.jpg French Polynesia - Bora Bora Beachscape This image reveals the key elements of paradise: brilliant blue sky, pure white beach, multi-colored clear water, dramatic volcanic mountains - very special. Image #08445. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572885693117-S5Y2FF7SZVGGPCOE6DGD/w08428_Sofitel-resort-0805_3.5M.jpg French Polynesia - The Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort After coffee, a walk along this beach gave me appreciation for this special place. Deserted beach, warm temperature, no wind, and our over-the-water bungalow in the distance. It’s gonna be a good day! Image #08428. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572886145152-2CNBQ6S14XLFSXXKSOFY/w08431_Sofitel-bungalows-1478_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Moorea Sunrise I made this image standing on the deck of my over-the-water bungalow, wishing it would look this glorious all day long. Image #08431. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572886292740-6OF3DV494FCN8Y3ZF577/w08432_Sofitel-pool-0793_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Tropical water lilies These lavender and magenta lilies have no idea how lucky they are to live in paradise. Image #08432. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572886839253-THN3I3OZR3WZ3BZ1HOFI/w08437_Moorea-dusk-1051_2.5M.jpg French Polynesia - Moorea at Dusk The skyline of Moorea reveals at least eight volcanic mountains, each one unique. With the rugged terrain, most of this magical island is uninhabited. Image #08437. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572887164658-6OA6DRKI4YNO0BTJP3LR/w08438_Moorea-canoes-0850_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Moorea Racing Canoes Canoe racing is a major sport in French Polynesia. These sleek canoes are resting for a while, until their next performance. What a beautiful setting for them to call home. Image #08438. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572887296373-H4LX4GAFB9PH9RVN2Z37/w08439_Moorea-pineapple-field-0854_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Pineapple Fields There are hundreds of acres of fields in Moorea dedicated to growing pineapples. What a dramatic setting for them to grow. Image #08439. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572889936857-W5KHUSAYIJC8S0H5YARH/w08443_Tahiti-Iti-0935-ginger_3M.jpg French Polynesia - Ginger on Tahiti-Iti The blossoms of the ginger plant grown large and colorful. This one lives on the small end of the island of Tahiti, and even has a curious bug inside it. The Tahitian language has an alphabet of 5 vowels and 8 consonants. Image #08443. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572889563916-5YDQP62WHE4HRLSYZ15V/w08440_Moorea-Belvedere-vista-0870_3M.jpg French Polynesia - Belvedere Vista Moorea has beautiful lagoons and dramatic mountains. This view includes both. Image 08440. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572889684301-8YD16LS02QV5PANRY3WZ/w08441_Moorea-sailboat-1060_3.4M.jpg French Polynesia - Sailing past Moorea French Polynesia offers numerous islands to visit, steady trade winds to enhance sailing, and dramatic skies along the way. Image #08441. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572889818921-159SJZWQHUCW1GSULKAO/w08442_Moorea-palm-shadows-0846_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Palm Shadows I liked seeing all the palm trees, but really loved seeing their shadows in the water. Not a bad place to be a shadow. Image #08442. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572890454427-QF7PSJEWKZ3KDGFK1DL0/w08446_BoraBora-2051-Brando-bungalow_4.7M.jpg French Polynesia - The Brando Bungalow Bora Bora has many charming things to see, one of which is this over-the-water bungalow that belonged to Marlon Brando. Look but don’t touch. Image #08446. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572890508979-TIYRMQTBV61B3BJ3PC0A/w08447_BoraBora-2089-in-sunset_3M.jpg French Polynesia - Bora Bora at Dusk The colorful clouds over Bora Bora signal the approaching end to another fine day enjoying this island. There will be more memorable adventures tomorrow. Image #08447. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572890718241-LHCHM5JIEVG1Q3LZ8DX7/w08448_BoraBora-4114-tiny-islands_3M.jpg French Polynesia - Tiny islands Bora Bora is ringed by tiny islands, which centuries from now will grow and connect to make a ring around the main island. For now, simply enjoy the playful clouds and intense color to the clear water. Image #08448. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572890780709-U4RQ75PCPG71RJYEKI0W/w08449_BoraBora-Motu-1902_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Palm on Motu “Motu” is the Polynesian word for very small island. Don’t tell this palm, as it grows with pride and shares its shadow with visitors. Image #08449. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572890811492-9JFH43JIBP2BSV9P7USA/w08450_Moorea-2109-Cook%27sBay_3.57M.jpg French Polynesia - Entering Cook Bay One of the most beautiful places on Moorea is this lagoon called Cook Bay. If Captain Cook could return and see it, he would be proud. Image #08450. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572890843968-JWPWBGOLDQLWFTXDOL1Y/08451_2019-10_Polynesia-10-Papeete-1067-Intercontinental_73M.jpg French Polynesia - Dusk in Papeete We spent one day and night at the Intercontinental Resort in Papeete. This gorgeous view greeted us as we walked around after dinner. Image #08451. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572890879886-51PYDHWXD8IZQYWRKHZI/08452_2019-10_Polynesia-10-Papeete-2188-last-look-at-Moorea_31M.jpg French Polynesia - Dawn arrives in Papeete This view from our room shows much of the Intercontinental Resort, and even a teaser view of Moorea in the distance. It was our final image to enjoy before we took a very long plane ride back home. Image #08451. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572890064834-ROYNOIYU5MCT0O1IOJ21/w08444_Polynesia-Taha%27a-1827-sunset_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Taha'a Sunset Sunrises and sunsets are often dramatic in French Polynesia. Here was one I really enjoyed, enhanced by complex reflections in the water. Image #08444. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572894174442-U1BEQDQ8YDJ955SAXB5T/w08453_BoraBora-1035-land-crabs_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Land Crabs There are celebrities who live on Bora Bora. There are also thousands of land crabs. Land crabs do not go into the water, and feast on flower blossoms which they drag into their holes and devour in private. Image #08453. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572894184265-CHNPBSH07GYI6GCBJF0P/w08454_Moorea-lagoon-0917_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Moorea Lagoon This lagoon would look better with blue sky and calm water, but with those dramatic mountain in back and palm trees in front, I will take it! Image #08454. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572894192883-D3R2TR8SLIWO8B8XO18W/w08455_Taha%27a-Bay-0967_4M.jpg French Polynesia - Opunohu Bay One of many serene lagoons on the small island of Taha’a is this one, known as Opunohu Bay - it sure caught my eye. Image #08455. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1572886625578-F6H5YAIF7XST13R42E76/w08436_Sofitel-sunrise-1644_5M.jpg French Polynesia - Sunrise in Moorea The land attractions in Moorea are very special, but at dawn the sky takes center stage. These special colors change by the minute until the sun actually arrives. Image #08436. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1675256105176-Q9LE9VAUNNNLBUK5L2FF/08530-Tahiti-palms-sunset-0166_1M.jpg French Polynesia - Palm Shadows Here is the perfect bungalow for you to relax from your active life. The setting sun uses the palette of clouds to project changing colors, each one more spectacular than the last. You won't see "paradise" on a map, so look for Tahiti. By the way, this bungalow sits on stilts over the water. This setting is easy to reach, but hard to leave. Image #08530. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1675256137762-CF10VW6881FZM06XDPBL/08531-Tahiti-Intercon-lagoon-0145_2M.jpg French Polynesia - Intercontinental Lagoon This idyllic setting is a short taxi ride from Papeete airport, and deserves your attendance to unwind and soak up paradise. Image #08531. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1675256159080-OYJS6602QO0DR3SE4XCG/08532-Moorea-Belvedere-0240_2M.jpg French Polynesia - The Belvedere This impressive view on Moorea is your reward for driving up from the shore. Cook’s Bay sits on the right. Image #08532. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1675256809267-NSUM9MUM32F6TET48CF7/08533-Raiatea-trees-shore-2573_2M.jpg French Polynesia - Palms on Shore The river on tiny Raiatea is bordered by colorful palm trees. Image #08533. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1675256994616-ZYW8JQPOWNJE6BSUUWOX/08534-Tahiti-silver-palm-shadows-0464_1M.jpg French Polynesia - Diamonds and Palms The setting sun transforms the water off Tahiti to diamonds, enhancing the design of the palms on shore. Image #08534. http://hillart.com/west-virginia-1 daily 0.75 2021-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1632712929688-V4QL6X7D5GEOU6OPYUA2/thumbnail_0-04794_WV_BabcockSP_2M.jpg West Virginia - The Mill at Glade Creek The grist mill at Glade Creek is a fascinating relic from long ago. This is a re-creation of an old mill that ground grain on the creek, long before the area became protected as Babcock State Park. Image #04794. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1635253974214-RDTNEMHR5HV46APNXTW9/08496-WV-CanaanV-colors-0478_3M.jpg West Virginia - Canaan Colors Maples are plentiful in the Canaan Valley, so when the colors change in October, their performance is splendid. Image #08496. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1635253910538-FK6Q992WS5NO4T68GKL3/08493-CanaanV-colors-2068_3M.jpg West Virginia - Intense Pigment! Leaves change color in the fall due to the lack of chlorophyll which causes the green to disappear and allows the oranges and reds to perform. A less-scientific answer is simply “Wow”. Image #08493. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633548997994-IQ747X7KGDYATQEY4G03/08483-WV-BabcockSP-0036-mill_3M.jpg West Virginia - The Mill at Glade Creek The grist mill at Glade Creek is a fascinating relic from long ago. This is a re-creation of an old mill that ground grain on the creek, long before the area became protected as Babcock State Park. Image #08483. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633549023624-0LYDWIGU5X7XRZVJCYUK/08484-WV-Greenbrier-5655-maples_3M.jpg West Virginia - Seven Maples These red maples flaunt their spectacular beauty and cause you to raise your standards on what “fall foliage” should be. These gorgeous trees were presiding in White Sulphur Springs. Image #08484. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633549174255-375M44S4I8KMP807340I/08485-WV-Greenbrier-Maple-0058_3M.jpg West Virginia - The Greenbrier Maple Maples in the fall are aristocracy - and this gem demanded a stately background for its stunning performance. The Greenbrier will do. Image #08485. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633550747976-VHMZRJRQZW8FBTTQIB2V/35293_WV_Blackwater-Falls_3M.jpg West Virginia - Blackwater Falls In the Canaan Valley, the Blackwater River drops over 60’ as it enters the rugged Blackwater Canyon. Image #35293. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633550703425-IR4GD99SLQSNK1AWCXTK/08486-WV-BabcockSP-0050-maple_3M.jpg West Virginia - Red Maple at Peak Bloom This red maple is as red as it can be, inviting you to sit and admire. Image #08486. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1635253934887-PHXXSRVQ3UWF2J2VPU70/08494-CanaanV-tree-7171_3M.jpg West Virginia - Autumn Mosaic In the Canaan Valley, this maple asserts itself by displaying its color against the backdrop of green. Image #08494. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1635253952336-2NXH1SLGINZOVJEYCX0F/08495-BlackwaterFalls-0419_3M.jpg West Virginia - Blackwater Falls State Park This park is a gem in West Virginia, powerful and photogenic. The falls descend in a 62-foot cascade and continues into the valley. Image #08495. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633550735989-4U4OK8I7MLU02QTVCXKT/08488-WV-BabcockSP-0046-trees_3M.jpg West Virginia - Babcock Forest There are thousands of acres of unspoiled woods in Babcock State Park. Image #08488. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633550720704-XPOAL2KXF2ODQTF7LXZK/08487-WV-BabcockSP-0049-maple_3M.jpg West Virginia - Blazing Red Maple This gorgeous red maple could be the reason leaf-lookers drive many miles in October to admire… Image #08487. http://hillart.com/washington-1 daily 0.75 2021-10-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1632713494937-L23RNNCM8WQLQVP84EKW/image-asset.jpeg Washington - Mt. Rainier Enjoy this image of Mt. Rainier - Glacier National Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633702163180-2ECB5QGXJMEW4EZA54TH/08491-WA-Sunrise-on-SnakeRiv-6694-3M.jpg Washington - Sunrise on the Snake River Looks like another beautiful day cruising on the Snake River. 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Image #08054. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633553229169-M1ADVF229A8X336XKLQL/08489-WA-PikePlaceMkt-Radishes-3M.jpg Washington - Pike Place Market Radishes The fresh vegetables in this market are as good as anywhere in America. Image #08489. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633553250722-7KL50VMG91KRG70UNQIC/08490-WA-PikePlaceMkt-Carrots%26Beans-3M.jpg Washington - Pike Place Market Veggies The fresh vegetables in this market are as good as anywhere in America. Image #08490. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1633553266835-LBMFGAN9F9Y6O6A5WNRB/07996-WA-PikePlaceMkt-lizard-3M.jpg Washington - Look But Don't Touch! The Pike Place Market vegetables are wonderful, but enjoy these from a safe distance! 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Easter on Sao Miguel Most of this island features lots of green, and lots of lava rocks. Rugged and beautiful. Image #08535. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682943925236-6X48GTR97F8ECK82G83B/0-vineyard-borders-0674_4M.jpg Azores - Lava Rocks and Grapevines Imagine piling thousands of baseball-sized lava rocks into walls, creating borders to protect and surround vineyards. Image #08536. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682943998657-83GESF61479B35FDESWD/1-PicoMountain-blue-sky-5442_5M.jpg Azores - Mount Pico This impressive volcano invites you to admire it, and if you are in great shape, to climb it. Image #08537. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682944015720-CUWVGQ4ZWI7ALR0OG0GD/3-Windmill-0703_3M.jpg Azores - Azorean Windmill There are many windmills in the Azores. They are attractive, and were once used to provide wind power for grinding corn. Image #08538. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682944028913-4755U2T940VOVEL9AG3J/8-Countryside-3342_8M.jpg Azores - Beautiful Countryside Much of the islands landscapes are verdant green, and are punctuated in the spring with blooming azaleas. Image #08539. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682944040530-VZN1HMR5BQYLC3I0D8YI/8-Countryside-valley-3385_3M.jpg Azores - Valleys on San Miguel Island The landscape includes moderate-size mountains, that surround green pastures in the valleys. Image #08540. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682944055303-21PBYV0G8S0SZX9W5PCT/8-Hot-pot-cooking-0813_3M.jpg Azores - Cooking in the Furnas The thermal heat in the Furnas attracts restaurants who bury large pots of raw food in the hot ground. After perhaps seven hours, they were retrieved and taken to restaurants for serving. Image #08541. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682944064932-CQXZ0MAGQ9X6P96R9XF7/8-Hot-pot-cooking-0821_4M.jpg Azores - Lifting Lunch After perhaps seven hours of buried cooking, the pots are lifted out and taken to restaurants for lunch. Image #08542. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682944077955-RW6L4041L7YDS0X864LQ/3-vineyard-borders-0679_6M.jpg Azores - Vineyards by the Sea See the profusion of lava rocks that are piled into walls. Some of these walls protect the growing vineyards from salt spray if they are near the ocean. Image #08543. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682948326427-S8NW62A3VWYXMUHM3RPM/8-Lake-panorama-3402_3M.jpg Azores - Sete Cidades Beautiful lakes that are blue and green are in the higher areas of San Miguel island. Image #08544. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682944104806-Y1IE52A4X1G9SWFN91RE/8-Thermal-pools-3228_3M.jpg Azores - Field of Fumaroles San Miguel island featured an impressive collection of bubbling fumeroles, adjacent to hot ground where cooking pots were buried. Image #08545. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682944149524-R3HLKY2SPG8K14AV84IZ/9-Bot-garden-3272_6M.jpg Azores - Botanical Gardens The Botanical Gardens on San Miguel creates a lush sanctuary of many plants. Walking through these gardens will make you forget about time, travel, and emails. Image #08546. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55d3890ee4b0d06bf5f502dd/1682944170678-UHCMHE0F5DQJE4VEBM7F/9-Botannical-garden-3281_32M.jpg Azores - Botanical Gardens Walk along the streams and ponds amid lush vegetation in the Botanical Gardens. 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