Category: goose

Geese in Flight Watercolor Sketch

Posted on November 6, 2011 by

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In flight. Oh, I wish I had an ounce of their grace. The best part…the tips of their wings! Some may consider the Canada Goose a nuisance. As a protected bird, it has over populated my area. If you visit a cemetery, golf course, university… Continue Reading “Geese in Flight Watercolor Sketch”

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Sketch Class Results Feb 2011

Posted on February 26, 2011 by

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02-26-2011 28°F Light snow, no wind We first hike the Black Oak Trail, to get our blood pumping and connect with nature. The heavy odor of burnt firewood hangs in the air. I do not know where the smell originates. Fresh snow makes identifying animal tracks a… Continue Reading “Sketch Class Results Feb 2011”

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Hike & Sketch at Lake Katherine

Posted on June 8, 2010 by

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Today I had the chance to be at Lake Katherine in Palos Heights, IL. It has been raining for hours, but does that make nature any less desireable? Why, of corse not! Quite the opposite actually, less people and more wildlife! I sat under… Continue Reading “Hike & Sketch at Lake Katherine”

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Lake Katherine Wildlife

Posted on May 21, 2009 by

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Lake Katherine is a quiet little nature oasis in the middle of Palos Heights, IL. It’s a nice get-a-way when you’re strapped for time, I just love it! Some features are: waterfall, lake, herb garden, butterfly garden, veggi garden, designated prairie area, trail around the lake, and a… Continue Reading “Lake Katherine Wildlife”

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Migrating Geese

Posted on March 19, 2009 by

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Orland Park, IL Geese? I think they made a left turn. AHAAA! HAA! HA HA! This picture was taken after watching thousands of geese migrate at sunset. It looks as if these geese are pointing in the direction of their flight pattern. The interesting part was that… Continue Reading “Migrating Geese”

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