Sky Crystals

Recently, I discovered a wonderfully talented photographer from Canada named Don Komarechka who has captured the beautiful art of snowflake photography. 

In his recently published book titled SKY CRYSTALS...Don unravels the mystery of snowflakes by sharing the many different types as well as the science physics which creates these beautiful sky crystals; commonly known to most of us as snowflakes.

Photo by Don Komarechka

His work is a culmination of nearly 2000 hours over four years. He explains in his book shooting techniques he used to capture these stunning images. He also explains his workflow completely through the editing process to the finish image.

I've purchased this incredible book for myself and one as a gift for another photographer enthusiast. I love love love it! Full of beautiful images and a wealth of information. 


All I can say is...Be ready to be Amazed by this talented artist and photographer.

You can view his photography by clicking on these links http//skycrystals.ca/snowflake-gallery/ and http://skycrystals.ca 

More of Don's photography, books and workshops can be found at his website, www.donkom.ca

The Blessing of the Hounds

The Woodford Hounds Club annual "Blessing of the Hounds" hosted at Shaker Village. The first Saturday after Thanksgiving the Riders and their horses are all glamored up for the occasion. Once the Blessing is given the Riders & foxhounds begin the hunt through the cascading hill side. A huge crowd of photographers and spectators attend this exciting event each year. 

One Horse and Rider bowed their heads in reverence during "The Blessing."

Autumn in Cades Cove Gatlinburg Tennessee

Morning sunrise finds a wild turkey sitting quietly on the split rail fencing at the Oliver's place.

The Cove is full of beautiful foliage this time of year. This lone buck was found grazing in the meadow just in front of the Oliver place. We saw many other deer on this foggy morning just on the other side of the woods.

The Methodist Church built in 1902 by a local black smith name J.D McCampbell, who later served as the minister. He built this Church in 115 days for the cost of $115.00 dollars.

A view to take your breath away. Rich Mountain Road is a beautiful drive but it does lead out of the Cove back to Townsend.

A water-powered grist mill and sawmill. Built in the 1860's by John P Cable known as Cable Mill.

By-Pass overlooking the town of Gatlinburg Tennessee.

An upward view of tree foliage on the trail to Laurel Falls.

Photos taken with a Nikon D800, lens 35-70, 2.8