Provincetown skiff On this clear, cool day a masted skiff is anchored loosely in the sandy beach ready to bravely challenge the Provincetown bay whenever its owner returns for their next bold adventure with the wind and water together. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
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
Handsome devil A smooth-feathered herring gull struts across the rough surface of a stone slab inspecting the surrounding sands for the last tempting morsels of the day to share with its mate lurking nearby. Words and images by Michael J. Hall
Resting beauties After a hard day's work in the rough seas bringing home the daily catch, these pretty and pristine fishing boats are lined up perfectly against the wharf, resting easily upon the safe, calm harbor waters of grey-green. 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
Gray treefrog A vibrant, bumpy little green-backed, gray tree frog keeps a watchful eye out for mates and predators, exposed on a muted, rustic wood plank of a deck that surely must be nearby a suitable place to call home. 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
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