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Kevin
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NIKON Shooter, Landscape, Nature & Wildlife Photographer, focusing on the US National Parks.
2X Cancer Survivor, Science Nerd, Weather Geek.

Prints and other cool stuff of my images are available here: https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/5-kevin-crosby
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Kevin @fastbytes.bsky.social · Jan 16
Rocky Mountain National Park - Chasm Falls - Old Fall River Road. I took this handheld @ 1/5 second exposure to get the waterfall softening effect. NIKON D780, 24mm, f/50, ISO 50.

#landscape #waterfall #wallart #nature #colorado #nationalpark #RockyMountain #art #photography
Chasm Falls is one of the most impressive waterfalls in Rocky Mountain National Park. Cascading down a steep rocky ravine in the Fall River drainage, the waterfall drops about 25 feet into the pool of water below before the river continues into Horseshoe Park, eventually terminating in Estes Park as it flows into the Big Thompson River.
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No painting. No digital tricks. Just physics, timing, and the quiet power of the universe at work 🌌

Nature painted this moment itself, as charged solar winds collided with Earth’s atmosphere and unfurled the aurora into what looks like glowing wings across the night sky ✨
December 19, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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[NEW MWN BLOG] Here's the latest information on the weekend winter storm, including our first call on precip totals, plus as lot of pretty pictures! www.memphisweather.net/blog/2026/01...
January 22, 2026 at 2:44 AM
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They haven't called back.

#Space #aliens
January 16, 2026 at 4:19 PM
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Glacial Mountain Stream at Twilight - Glacier National Park

Prints and other cool stuff of my images are available here: fineartamerica.com/profiles/5-k...

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #wallart #photoArt #NationalPark #EastCoastKin #sunset #Montana #GlacierNationalPark
This image captures a breathtaking, serene landscape of a narrow river gorge at twilight. A turquoise river rushes energetically through the center, featuring frothy whitewater rapids and a small cascade waterfall tumbling from moss-covered rocks on the left bank. Steep, rugged cliffs of dark basalt-like stone frame the scene, dotted with patches of green lichen and low shrubs clinging to the edges. Lush evergreen forests—dominated by tall conifers like pines and firs, interspersed with a few deciduous trees showing hints of autumnal orange and red foliage—line both sides, creating a dense, immersive woodland backdrop. The sky above is a dramatic gradient of deep indigo and purple clouds blending into warm sunset hues of pink, orange, and gold near the horizon, casting a soft, ethereal glow over the treetops. Overall, it evokes a sense of wild, untouched Pacific Northwest wilderness, in Glacier National Park.
January 16, 2026 at 4:45 PM
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NegPy v0.9.2
A free and opensource tool for processing film negatives.
www.oldergeeks.com/downloads/fi...

#Photography
January 15, 2026 at 1:29 PM
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Wild Horses - Badlands National Park, Northern Unit

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #EastCoastKin #sunset #prairie #grassland #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #NationalPark #NorthDakota #Badlands #SageBrush #WildHorses #mustang #AmericanWest #TheodoreRooseveltNationalPark
This image shows a small herd of wild mustangs in an open, arid landscape under a clear blue sky. The setting is a dry, sagebrush-covered plain with scattered low green shrubs and patches of dry grass. The lighting is bright midday sun, giving strong contrast and highlighting the horses' coats. The overall mood is peaceful and natural, capturing a moment of herd life in the American West.
January 13, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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#newmusic - Silver Serpent - "Crown of Ashes - a lost relic of the 70s hard rock era. Blues-soaked grooves, and mystical acoustic passages.

Released November 27, 2025 from Mustang Records in Brazil.

Black Country Communion, Joe Bonamassa influences.

mustangrecords.bandcamp.com/album/crown-...
Crown of Ashes, by Silver Serpent
8 track album
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January 13, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Sunrise at Black Bayou Lake - Louisiana

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #EastCoastKin #sunrise #Swamp #Lake #Louisiana
The image depicts a serene wetland scene during twilight. Silhouetted trees emerge from the water, their stark branches outlined against a gradient sky transitioning from deep blue to warm orange near the horizon. The still water reflects the silhouettes of the trees and the fading light, creating a peaceful, almost mystical atmosphere. The overall composition evokes a sense of calm and solitude, showcasing the beauty of nature in this quiet moment.
January 12, 2026 at 2:51 PM
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Joshua Tree National Park - Teddy-bear Cholla Cactus

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #NationalPark #JoshuaTree #Cholla #cactus #desert
This image captures a close-up of a Teddy Bear Cholla in Joshua Tree National Park during "blue hour" of dusk. Numerous small, yellowish-green flower buds are clustered at the tips of the cactus segments. These are just beginning to open, signaling the spring desert bloom. The background is beautifully blurred (bokeh effect), showing a "forest" of other cholla cacti. In the distance, the rugged, purple-hued mountains of the Mojave Desert sit under a deepening blue and violet twilight sky. The Cholla Cactus Garden in Joshua Tree is a unique transition zone where the Colorado and Mojave Deserts meet. The lighting in your photo highlights the "glow" these cacti are known for; their hollow spines catch the light, making them appear fuzzy or luminous against the darker landscape.
January 9, 2026 at 6:29 PM
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An Eagle flying above the glacial waters

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #EAGLE #Raptor #Ocean #GlacialWater
This image captures a majestic landscape featuring a large bird of prey, likely a bald eagle, soaring through a dramatic bay filled with towering limestone karats. Two massive, rugged rock islands dominate the mid-ground. They are steep and covered in patches of dark green vegetation, characteristic of locations like Ha Long Bay or similar coastal archipelagos. Further back, more distant peaks can be seen through the hazy channel. The foreground consists of calm, dark water with fine ripples on the surface. To the right, the large rock formation casts a long, detailed reflection into the water below. The background sky is a clear, pale blue, providing a high-contrast backdrop that makes the silhouette of the eagle and the jagged edges of the rocks stand out sharply.
January 8, 2026 at 5:07 PM
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Young Black Bear in a Cherry Tree

#photography #landscape #nature #nikon #nationalparks #art #nature #wallart #travelphotography #写真術 #사진술 #摄影 #Photographie #Fotografie #Fotografía
This image captures a quintessential Cades Cove moment: a young American Black Bear perched high in a Black Cherry tree, surrounded by a bounty of late-summer fruit. The cub appearing relaxed is looking directly toward the camera with a curious, slightly "caught in the act" expression. The bear is nestled in a Black Cherry tree. This is a vital food source in Cades Cove; during the "cherry run," bears will spend hours in the canopy, often breaking branches to reach the clusters of small, dark berries.
December 31, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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True Facts :)
#NationalLampoon #ChristmasVacation #ChristmasMovies #Christmas #TrueFacts #ChevyChase #Comedy
December 19, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Deanna's latest Freeware Spotlight is out!
Windows 7 Games for Windows 11 and 10 — a revisit
Yes, you can have all of the Windows 7 games on your new computer.
www.askwoody.com/2025/windows...

#casualgames
December 8, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Seasonal single from Robert Reed (Magenta) and Les Penning (Mike Oldfield) covering Greg Lake's Xmas fave I Believe In Father Christmas, with a suitably Scrooged-up video to boot.
Peter Jones of Tiger Moth Tales guests on vocals.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Flcc...

#NewMusic #XMAS #GregLake
Les Penning & Robert Reed I Believe In Father Christmas
YouTube video by rob reed
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December 3, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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Stop and take a few minutes to watch.

WAR IS OVER! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko - The Academy Award® Winning Animated Short Film by
Sean Ono Lennon, Dave Mullins & Brad Booker.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=W68-...
Film: WAR IS OVER! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko - The Academy Award® winning Animated Short
YouTube video by johnlennon
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December 1, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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The weekend starts here!

Glorious icebergs in Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, earlier this month.

#Iceland #CanonR6II
A placid glacial lagoon crammed with turquoise icebergs, reflected in the still waters. Behind are some mountains and the glacier itself that feeds the lagoon, and above is a tiny bright patch with darker clouds above.
November 14, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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South Dakota serenity. The land stretches out beneath a masterpiece.

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #NationalPark #SouthDakota #Badlands #EastCoastKin #sunset #prairie #grassland

Available on canvas prints - contact me for details.
This image of the Badlands National Park in South Dakota, USA captures a vast, open landscape at sunset. It's a classic example of a prairie sunset, focusing on the dramatic interplay of light and clouds above the expansive horizon. The upper two-thirds of the image is dominated by the sky, which features a spectacular blend of colors. There are streaks of orange, pink, and yellow near the horizon where the sun is setting, blending into softer blues and purples higher up. The light catches the underside of scattered cumulus clouds, making them glow with warm color. The foreground is a rolling grassland or prairie, covered in dry, golden-brown grasses, suggesting a late summer setting, in a generally arid environment. The terrain looks somewhat rugged, with some dips and low hills. The overall mood is serene, expansive, and tranquil, emphasizing the grandeur of the open sky and the peacefulness of the remote landscape.
November 3, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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Happy Halloween!

#halloween #spooky #cat #eyes
Spooky Image of a cat with orange eyes for Halloween
October 31, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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What We Lost When Cameras Got Better
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1ZH...

This hit home for me, hard. When I went digital back in 2004, I struggled with the new format. I caught "the disease of shoot a lot, fix in post. It was exhausting! Now I've simplified - 2 bodies & 4 lens and being more selective.
What We Lost When Cameras Got Better
YouTube video by Gerald Joehri
www.youtube.com
October 29, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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Growing up in Louisiana I've been through many hurricanes and learned to watch the Gulf very early on. This freaking storm is an absolute monster.
#Melissa #Hurricane #CAT5
Satellite image Hurricane Melissa on 12/27/2025 just south of Jamaica - CAT5
October 27, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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You have the power to build a wonderful world out of the ashes.
#startingover
#buildanewlife
#powerful
#singleafter50
October 20, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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Walking on the boardwalk onto another planet. Badlands of South Dakota.

Composite image. 4 shots foreground focus stacked, and 6 shots night sky for sharp stars.

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #wallart #AlienLandscape #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #NationalPark #SouthDakota #Badlands
This is a striking night landscape photograph featuring a dramatic and rugged terrain under a dark, starry sky. The image is dominated by the foreboding yet beautiful landscape. In the foreground, the ground is rough, uneven, and textured, covered in a lighter, grayish-white material, creating a stark contrast with the darker, reddish-brown rock formations. The middle ground and background are filled with a series of distinctive spires, buttes, and steep ridges. These formations are illuminated by a warm, soft light, possibly from the moon (though not visible), with the ambient light of a very long exposure. This lighting highlights their texture and structure, giving the scene a warm, earthy tone against the coldness of the night. The sky is a deep, velvety black, densely populated with countless stars. The high concentration of visible stars indicates a very dark location, free from significant light pollution, suggesting a remote setting like a national park or wilderness area. Overall, the photograph evokes a sense of vastness, stillness, and rugged isolation, beautifully capturing the dramatic contrast between the sharp, eroded earth and the quiet brilliance of the night sky.
October 10, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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The unusual geological formations and vibrant colors of the South Dakota Badlands.

#photography #landscape #nature #nikon #nationalparks #art #nature #wallart #Badlands #SouthDakota #travelphotography #Photographie #Fotografie #Fotografía #写真術 #사진술 #摄影
The South Dakota Badlands - The foreground is dominated by soft, rounded hills of a pale, light gray or off-white color, which appear almost sandy or dusty. Sparse, low-growing vegetation is visible on these mounds. Beyond the immediate foreground, the landscape rises into more dramatically colored formations. There's a prominent central formation that displays a rich blend of yellows, oranges, and reddish-pink hues, creating a beautiful contrast with the pale foreground and the sky. A paved road can be seen cutting across the grassy lower-left section, leading toward the colorful hills, hinting at accessibility for visitors. The background consists of more layered, rugged buttes and hills, showing similar light and colored rock strata, fading toward the horizon. Above, the sky is a deep, brilliant blue, offering a high-contrast backdrop to the earthy tones of the formations. A few scattered, wispy white clouds add texture to the sky.
October 7, 2025 at 12:54 PM
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Got to visit with some wild horses on this afternoon. It was interesting observing the dynamics of the group.

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #NationalPark #NorthDakota #Badlands #SageBrush #TheodoreRosevelt #Horses #WildHorses
This is a photo of a small group of wild horses in a dry, grassy landscape, in a badlands area. In the foreground and center, two horses are the focus of attention: A light gray or dun-colored horse with a long, flowing dark mane and tail is rearing slightly and appears to be interacting with or challenging a second horse. A darker brown or bay horse with a black mane and tail is facing the first horse and looks tense. Their interaction suggests they may be sparring or posturing. In the background, three other horses are visible, grazing or standing with their heads down: One is a light-to-medium brown or chestnut color. The other two are a dark brown or black color. The ground is covered in sparse, dry grass and patches of sagebrush or similar low-lying shrubs. The sky is a clear, bright blue with no clouds. The lighting is strong, suggesting it was taken on a sunny day. This photo was taken in Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota, which is known for its population of wild horses.
October 2, 2025 at 1:30 PM