Winter's burden Slumbering trees shoulder the weight of the heavy blankets of snowfall, aching bones creak and pop struggling to turn away from the bitter draft of the season. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Quiet morning The first gleam of dawn breaks over the dimpled pond surface stretching out toward the distant hills, attempting to awake the forest with its gentle kiss of warm light. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Contemplative bench Tucked between a small stand of evergreens sits an inviting simple plank bench, closely embraced by dense shrubbery and a cool, calm, welcoming sky. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Day ends Gray waters reflect the amber glow of the twilight sky, while a gull floats upon the breeze above the melting sun, and a lonely channel buoy awaits the coming shift of the tide and quiet of the night. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Still waters Dusky serenity at the water's edge with sun settling behind distant hills and thin clouds overhead, static from the lack of wind, making for very still waters… Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Lucky garden A domestic ebony panther lurks at the edge of a lush floral garden sure to find some unsuspecting feathered or furry prey nearby. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
