Searching for good photographic subjects on Big Walker Mountain, I happened upon a group of these large, blue and black butterflies. My friend James Shelton, who is quite the amateur entomologist, tells me this butterfly is a Pipe Vine Swallowtail.
Lily Twists and Buds
These lily buds twist themselves around when they are finished blooming, or at night, I’m not exactly sure which. Either way they make for an interesting visual.
Ruby Throated Hummingbird
The Ruby Throated Hummingbird is the only hummingbird that breeds in the Eastern United States. This female stopped by the feeder on my deck long enough for me to get this photo.
Queen Anne's Lace
The mountain bike trail I was riding passed through an open field filled with blooming Queen Anne’s Lace. I was there in the evening to capture this image as the sun warmly light everything from a low angle.
Hovering Male Hummingbird
A male Ruby Throated Hummingbird hovers near a feeder while his female companion enjoys a drink.
Wood Lily
These wood lilies bloom throughout the summer. They’re fairly small. Each flower is about 2″ (5 cm) across. Their vibrant colors make them a great subject for a little macro work.
Dragonfly on Bark
This dragonfly stopped to rest on the bark of a tree. I was already set up, taking photos of the landscape, so I was able to photograph it before it resumed flight.
Eastern Cottontail
While walking down a trail at Deep Run Park, in Henrico County, VA, I saw two Eastern Cottontails feeding on vegetation. I took a few picutures at a time and then moved closer. The two rabbits let me get within about 20 yards before they decided it was time to go.
Zabulon Skipper
While attempting to photograph some bumble bees at work I noticed this little skipper flitting among the wild flowers. I’m not certain I’ve identified it correctly but I believe it is a Zabulon Skipper.
Red Admiral
A Red Admiral butterfly rests among the vegetation at Deep Run Park in Henrico County, VA.