Spring Dance

This playful and touching statue graces the grounds surrounding Temple Square. The beautiful flowers in their springtime colors and blossoms add to the magical moment of a young mother with her three children.

On a Summer Evening

On a late summer evening Judi and I decided to take a walk on Temple Square in Salt Lake City, UT. As we entered Temple Square this beautiful view of the temple greeted us. I was really taken by its grandeur and beauty with the lovely flowers at my feet and the trees framing the lighted temple.

Lighted Spires

As I was walking away from Temple Square I happened to look over my shoulder, this scene stopped me in my tracks and made me unpack my camera gear.

Above the Trees

The Salt Lake City Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City, UT looms above the trees and wall of Temple Square beckons to all who pass its way.

Manti Temple above the Rock Wall

This view of the Manti temple is one that everyone who goes to the temple see as they approach from the north parking lot. I loved the different colors and textures.

Red Feathers

This shot of a firework really came out interesting, it makes me think of John Denver and his song about Fire in the Sky. I was shooting with a 300 mm lens for 2 1/2 sec.

Angels Wings

During the 4th of July celebration the fireworks were especially beautiful. This is a 2 1/2 sec exposure over Murray, UT park.

Red Fox

He looked so peaceful and it was easy to see that it is a very intelligent animal by the way it was studying everything. these next few photos were taken in Bearizona Zoo near Williams, AZ.

Running Bears

I was on a nature hike trying to get some exercise and maybe climb a few trees. These two bears spotted me and were quick to lend a hand as I climbed the nearest tree. Just glad there was a deep moat and fence between us.

Busy Bob Cat

This beautiful little Bob Cat was spotted while I was on a hike. He seemed to be busy looking for something to eat, just glad it wasn't me. Actually I was hiking around a zoo and he was looking for a way out.

Suguaro Close-up

This detail shot of a saguaro cactus reveals the spiny nature of these wonderful plants. It appears that a new arm is beginning to form. I understand a lorge plant like this one is quite old and to me is very fascinating.

Suguaro Cactus Bud

A close-up look at a new arm of one of those beautiful saguaro cactus. I really like them. This one is near Quartzsite, AZ.

Suguaro Cactus Arm

I had been wanting to photograph a saguaro cactus from the first time I had seen them. It was the middle of the day so shooting in the hot direct sun was not going to work if I wanted an overall shot, so I settled for some close-ups.