forest preserve project

Daisies are such a happy flower, don’t you think? Sun-soaked fields of these yellow and white perennials seem to scream, “summer.” So when I decided to go to a local forest preserve to capture the first day of summer’s sunset golden hour, I was thrilled to be greeted by these cheery perennials. And even more …

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I set out for McDonald Woods forest preserve on a cold January day ready to go with a plan, new water-proof Merrell hiking boots and my trusty Nikon. Blanketed with several inches of freshly fallen snow, the miles-long walk promised to be slightly challenging, yet beautiful. Not only would this photo hike (as I’m calling …

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