09/03/10 Photograph of the Day–Fall scene near Menifee

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Tupelo Gums near Menifee

Tupelo Gums near Menifee (Click on photo for a larger image)

Tupelo Gums are pretty rare in a grove this large.  I have heard of one other grove that is larger and hope to see it sometime later this year.  The Tupelo gum tree is often over looked as a Cypress, which are much more common in Arkansas.  The best way to tell the difference is the leaf.  The Cypress tree has a needle and the Tupelo gum has a rounded leaf.  They turn a beautiful golden color in the fall and look like Aspen trees.  When you can catch the sunlight behind them it makes for a beautiful photograph.

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09/01/10 Photograph of the Day–Dry Creek Falls

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Dry Creek Falls in Searcy County

Cry Creek Falls in Searcy County

The way things are looking this year, I don’t believe that this particular waterfall will be running.  However if Arkansas gets some good rain in September there is a slight chance that this falls will be running.  Dry Creek falls is one of my favorites.  It’s a hard hike to get there but well worth it.  You can find this water fall near Iceledo Gap, along Forest Service road 1203.  The height is approximately 25 feet tall.  The hollow that surrounds the waterfall also offers some excellent photographic opportunities.

Read more | Comments (0) | September 1st, 2010

08/31/10 Photograph of the Day–Railroad tracks near Village Creek state Park

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Railroad tracks near Village Creek State Park

Sunset on tracks near Village Creek State Park (click on photo for a larger view)

After a long day of hiking around Village Creek State Park on Crowley’s Ridge, I came across this set of well used railroad tracks.  There was a fire burning in the distance and the setting sun was hitting the rails giving them a deep red look.  I ran back and got my camera and was able to take the shot before the sun was gone.

Read more | Comments (0) | August 31st, 2010

08/30/10 Photograph of the Day–Sunset near Pinnacle Mountain

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Sunset near Pinnacle Mountain

Sunset near Pinnacle Mountain

For me it’s a rare event when I can shoot directly at the sun and not totally overexpose it.  On this afternoon near Pinnacle State Park, there was a lot of haze in the sky and it acted as a perfect filter.  As the sun set lower in the sky it picked up a deep red color.  I still shot this in 5 exposures so I could control the highlights and the dark areas around lake Mamuelle.    I used a Canon 1D MKiv and the 70-300 mm lens at 300.

Read more | Comments (0) | August 30th, 2010

08/28/10 Photography of the Day–Monarch in the Boxley Valley

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Buffalo River Monarch

Buffalo River Monarch (Click on photograph for a larger version

It’s hard to resist a Monarch anytime.  On this day, I was able to get very close before they were spooked.  I didn’t have a telephoto with me that day, so I have get right up to the plant that they were hitting on.  This one in particular kept circling over my head and then finally set down right in front.  Still one of the most majestic insects there is.

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08/27/10 Photograph of the Day–Sunrise on the Cossatot River

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Sunrise on the Cossatot River

Fall Sunrise on the Cossatot River

The Cossatot River in southwest Arkansas offers some really amazing photographic opportunities.   If you go there when the water level is low, you can often catch some great reflections.  This photograph was taken the morning after a thunderstorm in early October.  The air was clear and the water was almost dead calm.  From where this photo was taken you are standing about 100 yards above the top of Cossatot Falls.   The photo was captured as a 3 part stitch and then assembled together to maintain the higher amount of resolution.

Read more | Comments (0) | August 27th, 2010

08/25/10 Photograph of the Day–Late Fall on Richland Creek

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Late Fall on Richland Creek

Late Fal on Richland Creek (Click on photograph for a larger view)(

I have photographed this spot many times throughout the years, but I still like to come back this shot taken back in 2003.  Richland creek most times will have a slight flow in the fall.  In 2009 it was quite high, but I missed the big day and caught it later in the week.  Fall will come slowly on Richland, but when it hits, you will be lucky to get 3 days before the peak color has moved on.  Try to hike all the way to Twin Falls and Richland falls as each bend in the creek will offer a unique view.  Remember the twin falls area will come to peak color a few days before the main creek.

Read more | Comments (0) | August 25th, 2010

08/24/10 Photograph of the Day–Cedar Falls on Petit Jean Mountain

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Cedar Falls on Petit Jean Mountain

Cedar Falls on Petit Jean Mountain

The water was running about as high as I have ever seen it when I took this photo.  This was a scene from 2009 after the heavy rains fell in mid October.  Most of the time in the fall, Cedar Falls is either dry or a dripping spring, so I was pleasantly surprised by what I found that day.  I have viewed many other photographs from this period so many other photographer in Arkansas were lucky also.  You can best reach Cedar Falls, which is on Petit Jean Mountain, by hiking down from the Mather Lodge trail. 

Read more | Comments (0) | August 24th, 2010

08/20/10 Photograph of the Day–Haw Creek Falls

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Haw Creek Falls Springtime

Haw Creek Falls Springtime (Click on photo for a larger image)

Haw Creek Falls can be a very enjoyable experience.  The falls are not that high, it’s just a neat shot.  If you can get there during high water you will be in for a treat, however you have to cross the creek to get this view.  You can also stop along the road and photograph them from the right side.   Haw Creek also offers one of the best campground in the state.  If you are planning to stay there, make sure you get up there early as it tends to fill up fast.  Haw Creek can be reach from Hwy 7 by going north out of Russellville and then turning left on Hwy 123 at Pelsor.

Read more | Comments (0) | August 20th, 2010

08/19/10 Photograph of the Day–Fall Scene at Pedestal Rocks Scenic Area

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Pedestal Rocks Fall Beauty

Fall Scene at Pedestal Rocks (Click on photograph for a larger view)

Pedestal Rocks scenic area offers a great area for photography.  Each of the rocks has a unique shape and size and makes for a interesting photo.  You can walk along the entire bluff from above and pick out the area that you want to work.  The Bluff is shaped like a horseshoe so make sure you walk the entire distance.  You can also hike over the ridge and take a look at Kings Bluff which has a wonderful waterfall when the state is wet!

Read more | Comments (0) | August 19th, 2010

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