Hawn State Park Photo Trip

Every time I get out and explore this great state of Missouri I'm never disappointed at just how beautiful and diverse it is!  Recently I headed South to Hawn State Park, near Farmington,  for some hiking and photography with a quick side trip to Missouri Mines for some HDR photography.  The weather was great and I met some very nice people who share my love for the outdoors and photography. The leaves were turning and as always seems to be the case I was rewarded with what I like to call the "Gifts".  You know, you have a photo or location in mind, go there and of course nothing comes together like you planned so I did what I've learned (finally!!) to do - roll with it!  And whenever I am flexible and accept the situation and work with what is there is when those unexpected opportunities arise - the Gifts!  Here are some of the pics from the trip.  Remember - be open to the possibilities when shooting and in life!

Pickle Creek Overlook

Maple Leaf - Pickle Creek

Fall Colors - Pickle Creek

Reflections - Pickle Creek

Missouri Mines

Missouri MInes

O'Fallon Photo Club Roadtrip

                                  
                  Collage Photos and design by Marge Layton - Great shots Marge!


On October 17th I had the opportunity to meet a wonderful and creative group of people - members of the O'Fallon, MO Photo Club. Three vehicles packed with shutterbugs and loaded with every type of gear known to man were off on a road-trip to the Great River Road in Alton! Exploring and searching for Fall colors and anything interesting that caught our eye. No time was wasted. After taking the Golden Eagle Ferry to Illinois we came across a really cool historic country store, checked out Pierre Marquette Park and wound up at Fast Eddie's for a late lunch! That place was rockin! Big Eddie burgers-gotta love em! A special thanks to Jeff & Marge for their invitation and efforts putting it all together! I had a blast sharing the day with everyone! Great people and a very passionate, creative group of shutterbuggers! Thank you all!!!

Some video and photos from the day....