Beautiful Endings ——————————— Nothing like watching the #sunset beyond the horizon. Especially from the top of Annapolis Rocks after a nice hike with friends. ——————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef24105 ExPo:1/1000s f/3.5 ISO:100 (at Annapolis Rock, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3F3wEfnKGa/?igshid=14ij73hioy6oq

Fall Delights —————————— My last trip into the watershed was quite the adventure. Finding this spot to sit and gaze for awhile was much needed. I’ll always be grateful for these secluded areas. —————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef24105 ExPo:1/1250s f/3.5 ISO:100 (at Frederick Watershed) https://www.instagram.com/p/B246rpxnfOA/?igshid=za55mn1c8jzt

Frederick Sunrise —————————— The view from Braddock Heights might not be useable for Astrophotography, it definitely makes for a great sunrise though. —————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef24105 ExPo:1/200s f/20 ISO:100 (at Braddock Heights, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2zyv-2nitO/?igshid=xx6o2oewuf3u

Unnatural Glow —————————————— It’s interesting seeing the way #lightpollution alters the shot. My eyes saw a faint glow over the horizon and not much more. The photo reveals how much of an impact it has over the natural light in the area. —————————————— Taken near the Rohrersville School House. —————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef50mmf18stm ExPo:8.0s f/2.8 ISO:500 (at Rohrersville, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2sXziZHRAK/?igshid=hhyj44k8p6tu

Rohrersville Schoolhouse —————————————— It’s hard thinking of places to do #astrophotography with recognizable features, when all the state parks here are closed at dusk. Was driving around last night when this spot popped into my head. I grew up literally up the hill from here and remember the many nights of stargazing with my grandfather in the backyard. Many things have changed since then, this has not. ————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef50mmf18stm ExPo:25.0s f/2.8 ISO:1000 (at Rohrersville, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2kjF40nAiD/?igshid=1kl2y9c8plppc

Sunset on the Rocks ————————————— Scrambled down the cliff face (Conveniently forgetting there’s a walking path haha) to enjoy a sight I hadn’t seen in years. Was rewarded with this beautiful sight. ————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef24105 ExPo:1/50s f/5.6 ISO:100 (at Annapolis Rocks) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2Xc7kSnpkp/?igshid=1r7hrrqvrs2ya

A beautiful sunset at #annapolisrocks ———————— A late afternoon hike led to some beautiful shots. Headed back tomorrow night, can’t wait to see what it brings. ———————— #canon6dmarkii #ef24105 Pic1: ExPo:1/320s f/5.6 ISO:100 Pic2: ExPo:1/320s f/5 ISO:400 (at Annapolis Rocks) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2PtEbinSNL/?igshid=pqavky26abbu

An American classic ————————————- I’ve been working on this farm for two years now. It’s beauty amazes me every time I’m there and I don’t think it will ever stop. ————————————- #canonrebelt6 #efs1855mm ExPo:1/60s f/22 ISO:100 (at Wolfsville, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2KUy5YH9Ic/?igshid=1iemj856xfrn4

Maryland Renaissance Festival 2019 —————————————— Captured in the moments before #MDRenFest2019 was swarmed by the masses. Normally cruise in, taking my time and enjoying the sights of everyone in costume. This time I beelined it towards the back of the grove and saw this magical sight. —————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef24105 ExPo:1/125s f/5.6 ISO:100 (at Maryland Renaissance Festival - White Hart Tavern) https://www.instagram.com/p/B17DH0inD4c/?igshid=xtgw5e78r0fd

Freedom of the Road ———————————— #latenightadventures on a hunt for #Astro shots over I-70 have me the chance to try out light trails from cars. ———————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef24105 ExPo:10.0s f/3.5 ISO:100 (at Appalachian Trail Access) https://www.instagram.com/p/B14naoPHk3b/?igshid=5dhpbr98f1et

The final shot and one of my favorites from #gathlandstatepark #visitwashingtoncountymd #scenicmd —————————————— A #composition of 5 images with different exposure. My first time blending so many elements, it took time and patience. I learned a lot and love the outcome! —————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef50mmf18stm ExPo:4.0s f/3.5 ISO:800 (at Gathland State Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1zmYnYnZTT/?igshid=703awns9stse

Gathland Arch —————————————— This arch is one of two National War Correspondents Memorials, dedicated to the journalists who have been killed in combat. #MDinFocus #scenicmd #visitwashingtoncountymd —————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef50mmf18stm ExPo:5.0s f/3.5 ISO:800 (at Gathland State Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1pTL9Dn8eE/?igshid=r1gtky9oa1b8

Gathland Arch Pano ——————————— Been hunting for this shot for weeks now. Every time I made it to Gathland, it was either storming or cloudy. Time after time I kept going and persistence definitely pays off. #mdinfocus #scenicmd ——————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef50mmf18stm Expo:5.0s f/3.5 ISO:800 (at Gathland State Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1hm9TQnJdy/?igshid=c7bgonh20dth

Barred Owl (Strix Varia) —————————————— Almost always see a Barred Owl while I’m on the #candocanal but they always find the perfect spot to be hidden in shadows. So I was extremely surprised when I saw how this shot turned out, all the detail without having to blow any of the lighting out of balance. —————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef75300mm ExPo:1/400s f/6.3 ISO:1000 (at C&O Canal Towpath) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1cP4lXnMbB/?igshid=1l0609rp5xmw0

Misty Mountain Morning —————————————— #gathlandstatepark was the home of war correspondent George Alfred Townsend who wrote under the name “Gath” during the #americancivilwar He purchased the land shortly after the war and immediately began working on turning it into a retreat. In 1949 #marylanddnr acquired the land and named it a #statepark #MDinFocus #visitwashingtoncountymd —————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef24105 ExPo:1/100s f/3.5 ISO:100 (at Gathland State Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1PlGLOHYu4/?igshid=1p0q1ur5yfjn

Another starry night at #harpersferry —————————————— #colorado may have been my first real step into #astrophotography but #westvirginia is giving me the practice to get the shot. Competing with the #lightpollution from the east coast cities, I’m grateful to have a place that strives to remain #wildandwonderful #AlmostHeaven —————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef50mmf18stm ExPo:10.0s f/2.5 ISO:400 (at Harpers Ferry, West Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1KglwcHTEh/?igshid=1wsyix4fz6ym1

Moonlit Heart —————————————— Found this heart of locks on bridge that’s part of the #appalachiantrail The timing was perfect to capture the #moon inside of it. —————————————— #canon6dmarkii #ef24105 ExPo:5.0s f/5 ISO:100 (at Frederick, Maryland) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1HrEQGnN_E/?igshid=mvvzyhp96cyq