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Photography, Hiking, Coding, and just being Outdoors keeps me going.

This will likely be mostly #52Frames posts.
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"A Frosty Friend" my photo for the 52 Frames "Nature" theme.
#nature #deer #52frames #52frames_nature #EastCoastKin #photography #snow #winter #cute
A close-up, eye-level portrait of a deer in a snowy woodland setting. The deer is facing forward with its head and part of its shoulders visible, partially obscured by branches covered in snow. Fine white snowflakes dust the deer's ears and forehead, contrasting with its brown fur and dark eyes. The background is a blur of snowy branches and undergrowth, creating a shallow depth of field that emphasizes the deer's face.
December 16, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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#snow #snowday #uva #charlottesville #mountains #scenic #rural #photography #EastCoastKin #universityofvirginia
A snow-covered path winds through the UVA grounds, illuminated by vintage-style lampposts casting warm light. The ground is blanketed in a fresh layer of snow, with footprints visible along the path, suggesting someone recently walked through. Tall trees line both sides of the pathway, their branches silhouetted against a dusky blue sky. Several signs are visible along the path, each mounted on a post with a lamp. In the distance, buildings are faintly visible, and more lampposts glow warmly, extending the illuminated path further into the scene. The overall atmosphere is quiet and serene. The UVA Rotunda, a grand, neoclassical building with a prominent dome and red brick facade dominates the scene. A statue of Thomas Jefferson stands atop a tall, dark pedestal in front of the building's entrance. The statue appears to be draped in a cloak and holds an object, possibly a book or scroll and is lightly dressed in snow. A wide set of steps leads up to the entrance, partially covered in a fresh layer of snow. The building's architecture features rows of tall columns and arched windows, with a clock visible on the dome. The surrounding ground is also covered in snow, and bare trees are visible behind the building, suggesting a winter setting. A snowy landscape unfolds, dominated by a gently sloping hillside densely covered in trees. A wide expanse of white snow covers the foreground, punctuated by a low wooden fence that runs across the lower portion of the scene. A large, gnarled tree with bare branches stands prominently in the left foreground, its trunk thick and textured. A bright red barn with a white roof sits in a snowy field, dominating the foreground. Behind the barn, a gently sloping hillside rises, densely covered with trees that appear gray and muted under a cloudy sky. A few bare trees stand out against the forested hillside, and power lines stretch across the middle ground. The overall scene conveys a sense of rural tranquility on a cold, overcast day.
December 5, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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So I've got a few options for this week ranging from abstract to traditional. Which do you like best? #52frames #52frame_architecture #architecture #photography
Tall, vertical wooden pillars dominate the view, their warm brown tones creating a sense of enclosure. Suspended from above between these pillars are cylindrical pendant lights, emitting a warm, golden glow that illuminates the space. The lights hang at varying heights, creating a staggered pattern against a dark background visible between the pillars. It appears to be an interior space, possibly a modern building or architectural installation, with a focus on natural materials and ambient lighting. A modern architectural detail combines natural textures and materials. A tall, rough-hewn stone pillar occupies the left side of the frame, its warm brown tones varying in shade. To the right, a sleek wooden panel forms a doorway or facade element, its vertical slats creating a linear pattern. Behind the wood, large glass windows reflect a dark, wooded landscape with bare trees silhouetted against a dusky sky. Recessed lighting is visible on the wooden ceiling, adding a modern touch to the scene. A modern building with a warm wood interior and large windows dominates the view. The structure features multiple levels, each with a balcony overlooking an outdoor scene of bare trees against a dusky sky. Hanging from the ceiling are several modern light fixtures, including cylindrical pendants and spotlights that cast a warm glow. The sky is transitioning from orange to blue as the sun sets, creating a serene and architectural scene. A black and white photo of a modern, two-story building with large glass windows and a flat roof sits on a raised stone base. The building is illuminated from within, creating bright rectangles of light visible through the glass. A calm pond stretches out in front of the building, mirroring its structure and lights with striking clarity. Lush reeds and foliage line the pond's edge in the foreground, adding texture to the scene. Street lamps glow softly on either side of a walkway leading towards the building, suggesting a quiet evening or nighttime setting. The overall impression is one of tranquility and architectural elegance reflected in still water.
November 28, 2025 at 2:42 AM
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#blueskyartshow #small #macro #photography
A water droplet hangs on the end of a yellow flower petal set against a black background
November 23, 2025 at 4:56 AM
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PTO well spent today.
#photography #landscape #pto #timeoff #fall #autumn #rural
A winding path leads along the edge of a calm lake, framed by bare tree branches that reach across the top of the image. A person wearing a dark coat and hat is walking along the path, heading away from the viewer towards the lake. A small picnic shelter with a wooden roof and benches sits to the left of the path, near the edge of a grassy area. The lake reflects the sky and surrounding trees, creating a mirror-like effect. In the distance, more trees line the far shore of the lake, and a hint of autumn colors can be seen amongst them. A panoramic view from a high vantage point overlooking a valley filled with rolling hills covered in trees displaying autumn colors of red, orange, and brown. A long power line corridor cuts through the valley floor, with tall transmission towers visible along its length. The foreground consists of dense trees and foliage framing the view, with a few bare branches reaching into the frame. In the distance, more hills and mountains fade into a hazy blue sky. A sprawling green meadow stretches out before a white barn with a bright green roof and dark brown doors. The barn has several large windows, some open, and a covered porch with picnic tables set up. Beyond the meadow, rolling hills rise into a range of mountains displaying vibrant autumn foliage in shades of red, orange, and brown. A few trees with fiery red leaves stand prominently in the foreground on either side of the barn, framing the scene. The sky is a clear blue with scattered fluffy white clouds.
November 19, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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Let's just say, this will not be the last time you'll see this landscape. I've been looking for a location like this and I have plans. 😍😀 #landscape #photography #rural #barn #mountains #EastCoastKin
A rural landscape in autumn, featuring a prominent red barn with a rusted roof standing in a green field. Behind it is a forested hillside with trees displaying fall colors of orange, brown, and yellow. The sky above is a dramatic dark blue with storm clouds looming over the horizon. A smaller shed and utility poles are also visible in the scene.
November 16, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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"A Summer Memory" (thanks for the inspiration @avareavesimages.bsky.social to go find a dried flower to shoot!) #52frames #52frames_blackandwhiteminimalism #blackandwhite #flower #bnw #photography #EastCostKin
"A close-up photograph of a dried flower head with drooping petals and a textured center. The flower is angled slightly downwards, appearing withered and past its prime. A pair of dried leaves hang below the flower head. The background is plain white, creating a stark contrast. The overall impression is one of decay.
November 16, 2025 at 12:04 AM
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A few photos I captured during last night's #aurora.
#astrophotography #photography #landscape #EastCoastKin
The night sky is filled with countless stars. Near the horizon, there is a beautiful display of purple, green and red lights from the aurora. Below, dark silhouettes of mountains are visible with a few scattered lights from buildings in the distance. The night sky is filled with countless stars. Near the horizon, there is a beautiful display of purple, green and red lights from the aurora. Below, dark silhouettes of mountains are visible with a few scattered lights from buildings in the distance. The night sky is filled with countless stars. Near the horizon, there is a beautiful display of purple, green and red lights from the aurora. Below, dark silhouettes of mountains are visible with a few scattered lights from buildings in the distance. The night sky is filled with countless stars. Near the horizon, there is a beautiful display of purple, green and red lights from the aurora. Below, dark silhouettes of mountains are visible with a few scattered lights from buildings in the distance.
November 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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I didn't hear about the forecast for spectacular aurora until early this morning but it was still dark enough I thought I'd give it a try and managed to capture a few hints of it. Would love to see what others got. #aurora #crozet #night #photography
Pink and green hints of the aurora borealis along the skyline in a night shot with vegetation in the foreground. Pink and green hints of the aurora borealis along the skyline in a night shot with vegetation in the foreground. Pink and green hints of the aurora borealis along the skyline in a night shot with vegetation in the foreground.
November 12, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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A wonderful visit to the ginko tree grove at the State Arboretum of Virginia #BlueSkyArtShow #Autumn #scenic #scenery #landscape #ginko #fallcolors #photography
A closeup of a golden ginko leaf hanging from a limb on a tree with golden soft colors in the background. Bright yellow permeates the scene with a grove of ginko trees filled with bright yellow leaves and a carpet of golden ginko leaves lays on the ground. Bright yellow permeates the scene with a grove of ginko trees filled with bright yellow leaves and a carpet of golden ginko leaves lays on the ground. One tree is more prominent in the left foreground and a row of trees lead your eye in the background on the right. Yellow and slightly green ginko leaves lay on the ground among some grass.
November 1, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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Early morning pano at the Ivy Creek Natural Area along the Rivanna River Reservoir #BlueSkyArtShow #Autumn #landscape #photography #EastCoastKin
A panoramic view of misty autumn river that reflects a dense forest ablaze with golden, orange, yellow and green foliage. The calm water mirrors the trees. It is set against a pale sky with faint contrails, creating a serene, symmetrical scene.
November 1, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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I had several options for this week's prompt but the early morning glow at the Rotunda left little question of the obvious choice.

#52frames #52Frames_CenteredComposition #photography #architecture #wildlife #deer #eastcoastkin
Full view of the illuminated Rotunda at the University of Virginia at twilight, with a large bronze statue of Thomas Jefferson on a marble pedestal centered in the foreground A white-tailed deer stands on a blurred dirt path, looking toward the camera, framed by dense autumn foliage in shades of orange and yellow. Close-up portrait of a white-tailed deer with large ears, peering through green and yellow foliage in a forest.
October 29, 2025 at 1:48 AM
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Went for the extra credit but decided to scramble things up. Here's both versions of my photo (out of order and in order) for #52frames_time #52frames. The family consensus is for the "in order" version but I kind of like the "out of order" version better.

Which do you prefer?
A panoramic landscape showing a mountain range at different times of day represented by different vertical slices arranged from left to right. The slices transition from night to day but the slices have been arranged out of sequential order. This is the "out of order" version of the image. A panoramic landscape showing a mountain range at different times of day represented by different vertical slices arranged from left to right. The slices transition from night to day. This is the "in order" version of the image.
October 13, 2025 at 3:03 AM
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I had a several options for last week's #52frames_texture challenge but ultimately settled on the dew soaked thistle top. #52frames
Close-up photograph of a dried thistle flower head. The white, feathery seed structures are intricately detailed and covered in fine, delicate hairs that create a textured appearance against a dark background. The fine hairs have little droplets of dew on them. Close-up view of a dried thistle seed head. The structure is dark brown and segmented, covered in sharp, bristly spines. Thin, white strands extend from the top. Close up view of the grill of a car. The grill is metallic with regular semi-square openings. A close up shot of a headlight glass cover with ridges as part of the texture.
October 10, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Sunrise over the Afton Valley. #BlueSkyArtShow #relax #EastCoastKin #landscape #sunrise
The photograph captures a vast, panoramic landscape at sunrise. A series of rolling hills and mountains stretch out into the distance, creating a layered effect that fades into soft focus. The foreground shows a ridge of land with some trees visible, leading the eye towards the expansive valley below. A thick layer of mist or fog fills the valley, partially obscuring fields and small clusters of buildings. The sun casts a warm, golden light across the scene, illuminating the mist and creating a hazy glow. The sky is a gradient of soft yellows and oranges, blending seamlessly with the landscape below. The overall impression is one of tranquility, vastness, and natural beauty. The composition emphasizes the scale of the landscape and creates a sense of depth.
October 4, 2025 at 10:39 PM
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Sunrise at the reservoir.
#52frames #52frames_shootfromabove
This photo is from a drone looking slightly downward. A rusty sky from an early morning sunrise above distant mountains. In the foreground is a reservoir surrounded by trees. A light layer of cloud/fog lays over the land. On the water a few small multi-rower boats can be seen paddling into the distance.
September 8, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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#blueskyartshow #summer
Sunset near a pier along the beach.
September 7, 2025 at 2:58 AM
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I love #sportsphotography but I never imagined I'd find myself shooting #polo. Interesting sport. The horses are amazing athletes and the skill at directing them by the riders is phenomenal. I'm still figuring out the angles.
Three competitors bunch up to try to hit the polo ball. A rider strikes the ball while others prepare to pursue. Mountains are in the background. 2 riders attempt to position their horses to strike the polo ball. A rider races to re-engage with the action of the game.
August 30, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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This is a bit of a "manufactured low-key" shot as it was taken during golden hour, so I'm not sure what I think of it. Looking for some feedback from the #52frames folks. Does it work for Lowkey? Do you prefer the color or B&W version?
#52frames_lowkey #lowkey #blackandwhite #EastCoastKin
Two horses graze in the setting sunlight. Image is dark but the landscape and bodyscape of the horses is visible. This is a color image. Two horses graze in the setting sunlight. Image is dark but the landscape and bodyscape of the horses is visible. This is a black and white image.
August 23, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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#BlueSkyArtShow #Smooth #EastCoastKin #landscape #photography
A foggy day looking over a mirror like still lake. In the reflection are a few houses, some trees, and some rolling hills in the background.
July 19, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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"Uhm excuse me! What are you doing here?"
#EastCoastKin #wildlife #deer
A young deer looks inquisitively into the camera.
July 19, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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I'm late, but I want to participate, so here's my #BlueSkyArtShow entry for last week's #GetOutside #photography #blackandwhitephotography #blackandwhite
A person stands atop a mountain overlooking a valley and main mountains in the distance in this black and white photo
June 29, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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Looking for some help picking for this week. I had a lot of fun with this one (maybe too much fun?!) and II got a lot of shots I'm happy with but every single family member had a different selection. 😂 Let me know your favorite (please)! #52frames #52frames_streetdetails
Wooden electrical pole with many old staples and the washed out remnants of an old paper poster under the staples. Brightly colored paints of green and red at the corner of the window with an green painted metal protective bars protecting the window. Remnants of old flyers, mostly blue and white, with tears and some plyboard wood revealed from behind torn down portions of the flyers. Symmetrical view of a yellow squigee with a wooden handle sitting in a puddle of water.
June 15, 2025 at 4:08 AM
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#BlueSkyArtShow #Vibrant
Multi-colored blobs of out of focus light sit behind raindrops on glass in the evening.
June 7, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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B&W Driftwood shaped by the ocean, reflecting its waves in the grain of the wood. #BlueSkyArtShow #Texture #bnw #blackandwhite #photography #nature #monochrome
A close up image of a piece of driftwood. The woodgrain is very pronounced in the image, and reflects a very twisty/wavy pattern that reminds you of the flow of water. The image is black and white
May 17, 2025 at 11:34 AM