This little mushroom, growing on the moss covered base of a tree, was casting quite a long shadow when I found it.
Grasshopper
The grasshopper waited quietly in the tall grass and weeds while I watch and photographed it. When I attempted to coax it into a “better” pose it decided I was no longer trustworthy and quickly disappeared into the foliage.
Melons at the Farmers Market
A vendor was selling melons at the South of the James Farmers Market in late August. The bright yellow canary melons place just in front of the dark green watermelons caught my eye.
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.
Hovering Male Hummingbird
A male Ruby Throated Hummingbird hovers near a feeder while his female companion enjoys a drink.
Cypress Dawn
Cypress trees creep out into the water. The early morning sun begins to warm their trunks and nourish their leaves as a new day begins.