Columbia River from Crown Point, Oregon

The Columbia River George is, I believe, one of the most beautiful places in the world. Winding along the old highway past waterfalls, mossy stone guard rails, grand views at slow speeds one can't help but marvel at God's beautiful creation. This shot was taken from Crown Point in winter. 

Buds, out of the blue

Very early in spring, before I normally notice any new plant growth, I was looking for an interesting shot. As I walked past a small tree, I noticed this unusual growth. I gave myself the challenge of getting a shot that would bring interest for a viewer.  

Monterey Bay Aquarium

We were visiting Richard Stevens, my step son (Teri's son) in Monterey, California where he is studying Persian Farsi for the Army. We enjoyed our visit with the and went to the aquarium where I was excited to be able to capture these shots. 

Sea Gull in Monterey Bay

While visiting Monterey Bay we visited Fisherman's Wharf where I attempted to make a nice shot of this scene. Not sure if I succeeded. 

Arches of St. John's Bridge

St. John's bridge is a beautiful landmark along Highway 30. I have enjoyed pictures taken by various photographers dating back many years. I have wanted to be able to capture some images that might bring the emotion I get when looking at other's art. The journey continues. 

Tidewater under St. John's Bridge

As I drove along Highway 30, I noticed that the weather had a surreal feel to it. I crossed St. Johns bridge and found a vantage point where I could get the angle of the bridge I wanted. Normally I would not choose a spot where tall posts are in the foreground, but when the tug entered the scene, it all came together for the composition.  

The Frog and the Fly

In looking through some shots that I had discarded as not worthy of display, I re-discouvered this shot I had taken in a marsh near Ecola State Park on the Oregon coast.  

Church of the Mist

Having driven by this church several times, I hoped to be able to get a shot that would capture the feeling I had when looking at it. In this shot, I succeeded.  Any angles I chose that did not include the trees in the foreground just made it look too stark and uninteresting. 

Stream in Columbia River Gorge, Oregon

This scene drew me to it even though spring had not yet brought forth the blanket of green. The back lighting in the trees along with the light playing on the water offered an image full of life. 

Crown Point, Oregon

Over years I have taken a few pictures of this landmark building at Crown Point along the Columbia River Gorge. I was rewarded on this day with the dark clouds competing with a small portion of blue and white. There was just enough light hitting the building to let it stand out from the darker background. It was closed for renovation so there were few people and cars to distract. 

Sauvi Island Bridge

How does one take an interesting picture of a boring bridge? I wanted to get a nice shot of the Sauvi Island Bridge. In this case it was achieved by relegating it to being only a minor player in the shot. 

From Sauvi Island

One autumn morning while I was on my way to work, the light looked very promising for a shot of fall colors along the Willamette River slough. I crossed Sauvi Island bridge to find not only good light but very calm water, offering a great reflection.  

Waiting for spring.

One foggy and frosty morning I wondered if I might take advantage of the cold weather. This scene was presented along Evergreen Parkway in Hillsboro, Oregon.  As it turned out we had about a week of this weather so I had fun going out on several days.

B & W of farmhouse under frosted trees.

Taking advantage of crisp frosty morning with high humidity I went searching along icy roads for interesting scenes to capture.  I was pleased to find this cozy little house below frozen limbs.

Barbie in the wind.

My son, Don Trenaman was married in Banff Alberta in January 1, 2013.  It was a beautiful and cold day with a temperature of minus ten degrees celsius. We went up on this mountain side for the beautiful backgrounds and were blessed with a nice wind. 

Photographers dream

The photographer in this shot was the hired gun but I had fun taking advantage of his poses as well as doing several of my own. Having been a wedding photographer, this gives the proper perspective of photographer vs bride. It is all about her and he is soon forgotten. 

Frosted edges

I liked the frosty edges of these very green leaves so took several shots looking for a good composition. This, with the framing gave me that, for which I was looking. 

Spectral Cross

An interesting play of light.  A midnight rainbow. 

Multnomah Falls, Oregon - Lower Falls

I was at work one day when I looked out the window and saw that it was an unusually sunny day for fall.  I hopped in my car and drove to Multnomah Falls. This and the next two shots are examples of my reward for the drive. 

Multnomah Falls, Oregon

Multnoman Falls - November

Autumn in the Garden

A few years ago, when Teri and I decided to move back to Hillsboro, we found a wonderful home with beautiful property. These shots illustrate part of what I love about this move. I have always loved the out doors and this home, while close to the city, gives a very country feel.

Oregon Coast, October 17, 2012 - These 3 shots taken with iPhone 5

I often scout possible photo opportunities with my iPhone. I take test shots and go back and study them before going back for the real deal with my Canon 5D Mk II DSLR.  I like to take the shots, give it some time, and later look at them fresh. If I still like them, I go back with my camera. In this case I liked the results I got with the phone, so I did a little post camera processing using an iPad Photoshop App before posting. 

Grandma T's Fantastic Disney Cruise -- Book Pages

Above are the pages of a book I put together after a Disney Cruise we went on with all of Teri's kids and their children.  Teri's step dad, Bob knew that Teri had long dreamed of taking her kids to Disneyland and more recently on a Disney cruise.  He wanted to make it happen, so he took care of it through his will, leaving her the money to take the dream vacation.  

It really was a marvelous experience with everyone from the youngest to the oldest having a great time.