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It is time once again. I felt it stir within, an urgency to go back. A time to retreat. As … More

Fern Moss and Shelf Mushroom Watercolor

45°F cold rain I am wearing my rain gear with layers of clothing bundled underneath as I walk on a … More

I painted this for my friend’s step-daughter. She is visiting from Costa Rica. This is her first time in America. … More

Chickadees are one of my most favorite birds. I don’t see them too much in the spring or summer, but … More

I’m currently studying to become a Master Naturalist in the state of Illinois, a class which takes us to various … More

Just a few bird pictures from my hike last weekend, here we have a tiny little chickadee and an incoming … More

Last weekend while hiking, I came upon some benches that had walnuts on them. I did not put them there. … More

I took a 2 hour hike at Country Lane Woods on Thanksgiving morning and was very thankful I did (get it, … More

If there ever was a pleasant birdie, that can instantly uplift your mood, it is most definitely the black-capped chickadee. This … More