These days, it seems like everyone has places to go, things to do, and lists to check off. I originally had plans to climb a mountain on this fine October day in the Adirondacks, but after arriving at this pond en route to the summit, I scrapped my plans and spent the entire day relaxing, exploring, and photographing the pond and the surrounding forest. By doing so, I was able to appreciate things that I never would have even noticed had I hustled up a mountain. Things like sunlight filtering through the colorful forest canopy, birch trunks reflecting in the pond in a hypnotizingly serene manner, and flying squirrels poking their heads out of their tree trunk abode. This day was a reminder of the many benefits to slowing down and enjoying where you are, rather than obsessing over where you’ll go next. Prints Available.
Photo of the Week
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There is no place that I feel more alive, more connected to what is important, than the wilderness. Whether an icy mountain summit, a misty forest, or a rocky coastline, the wild places of the world feel like home to me. While my love for the outdoors precedes my passion for photography, I now could not imagine having one without the other. Add a car to the equation, and the result for me is the feeling of absolute freedom, where the possibilities are limited only by my imagination and willpower. View more posts
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