Craig Luchtefeld
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Craig Luchtefeld
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Tech nerd, amateur photographer, animal lover, and runner.
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Chester.
An orange tabby cat curled into a near-perfect circle inside a round, plush cat bed, photographed from directly above. The cat’s striped fur glows warm in soft natural light, with pink paw pads visible as it sleeps.
November 30, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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At the Sevendust concert on Thanksgiving Eve at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts. This was our second time seeing them play an all acoustic set and they were excellent, as usual.
A black and white photo of Sevendust, on stage, at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts.
November 27, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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No riding horses, please. Only walk with backpacks and sticks.
Trail signs mounted on a post in autumn forest - top sign shows no horses allowed symbol, bottom sign shows hiking permitted symbol, backlit by golden hour sunlight filtering through trees covered in orange leaves.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
November 18, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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At Moraine View State Park.

Drone view of a small wooded area surrounded by greenish water, with autumn-colored trees casting dark reflections on the calm surface.
Drone view of a small wooded area surrounded by greenish water, with autumn-colored trees casting dark reflections on the calm surface.
November 17, 2025 at 12:50 AM
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The aurora borealis as seen from the backyard - Bloomington, IL. We’re hoping to get better pics outside of town tomorrow night.
Pink and green aurora glows over a lake at night.
November 12, 2025 at 1:43 AM
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The great blue heron is patience personified.
A great blue heron stands motionless in shallow water during sunset, its dark silhouette perfectly reflected in the calm, golden-tinted surface. The bird’s long neck is curved in an S-shape with its sharp beak pointing forward, captured against a soft peachy-orange sky. A great blue heron stands motionless in shallow water during sunset, its dark silhouette perfectly reflected in the calm, golden-tinted surface. The bird’s long neck is curved in an S-shape with its sharp beak pointing forward, captured against a soft peachy-orange sky.
September 20, 2025 at 12:32 AM
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Downtown Minneapolis
Black and white aerial photograph of a city street intersection taken from above, showing a white light rail or streetcar train on tracks in the center of the roadway. The scene is framed by tall brick buildings with regular window patterns on the left and modern glass buildings on the right. Street markings, crosswalks, and urban infrastructure are visible from this bird’s-eye perspective.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
September 12, 2025 at 1:50 AM
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Chester, stretching in a bit of sunlight.
An orange and white tabby kitten lying on its side on a dark surface, with one front paw extended toward the camera showing pink paw pads. The kitten has bright amber eyes and is illuminated by warm, golden sunlight creating a soft glow on its fur.
August 16, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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Linkin Park in Chicago at the United Center.
Silhouettes of Mike Shinoda and Dave Farrell performing on stage. Mike is playing guitar and Dave is playing bass guitar. There is dramatic stage lighting, smoke effects, and a crowd visible inside the United Center. A person’s hand making a rock on gesture in the foreground of a packed United Center, with thousands of audience members holding up phones to record, with dramatic stage lighting and smoke effects visible on the stage of a Linkin Park concert.
August 12, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Lake Michigan from Chicago shoreline.
Chicago lakefront showing Lake Michigan with cloudy skies, sunlight breaking through clouds and reflecting on calm water.
August 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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An overhead drone photograph of a weathered asphalt basketball court surrounded by green grass. The court features white painted lines marking the standard basketball court layout including two three-point arcs, free throw lanes, center circle, and center line. Basketball hoops are visible at both ends of the court. The asphalt surface shows signs of wear and aging with darker patches throughout. The drone operator is visible near the court, and benches can be seen on the sides.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
August 9, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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The new addition to the family: Chester (aka Mr. Bennington, Chey-chey, Chez, Cheeto, Chestnut, etc.)
A golden-orange tabby cat, Chester, lies curled in a tight circular position on couch nestled between a pillow and blanket. The cat’s head is tucked down between his front paws, and his tail curves around his body. Bright natural light creates warm highlights on his fur.
July 29, 2025 at 1:36 AM
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An aerial view of the Calumet Waterworks Beach.
Aerial view of a forested shoreline along a large, calm lake under a cloudy, overcast sky. The water appears smooth and reflective, while the dense green trees line the edge of the shore, stretching into the distance.
July 29, 2025 at 1:25 AM
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A single leaf demonstrates efficient surface tension and hydrophobic properties after a rainfall.
A vibrant green leaf with detailed vein patterns lies on wet, dark soil scattered with small pebbles. Dozens of clear water droplets of various sizes rest on the leaf’s surface, appearing as perfect spheres due to the leaf’s natural water-repelling properties.
July 24, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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A common gallinule and a yellow-crowned night heron.
A Common Gallinule stands on a log with one leg raised, displaying its dark plumage, red and yellow beak, and bright yellow-green legs. It has identification bands on its legs, and its wing is partially extended. Yellow-crowned Night Heron perches on a mossy log in a forested area. The bird has pale gray plumage, a black face with a white stripe, a creamy-yellow crown, and long white plumes extending from its head. Its legs are pinkish with colored bands for identification.
July 24, 2025 at 2:36 AM
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In Munising, MI.
July 23, 2025 at 1:39 AM
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Standing alone in Lake Superior, rockhounding.
A sepia-toned photo of a person standing knee-deep in a still lake near the shore, looking down at a rock in their hands. The horizon is distant, and the sky is mostly cloudy. The person’s reflection ripples slightly in the water.
July 23, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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The neon warmth of Scotty’s Motel.
Vintage neon motel sign reading “Scotty’s Motel” in red letters against dark night sky, with illuminated motel building and parked car below
July 22, 2025 at 12:50 AM
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Two gulls share a quiet moment.
Two gulls perched on dark rocky outcrop - one with mottled brown plumage, one with white and gray feathers, ocean waves in background
July 22, 2025 at 12:42 AM
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A killdeer walking on wet sand near ocean waves, showing full body profile with long legs. #bird #birdphotography
A killdeer walking on wet sand near ocean waves, showing full body profile with long legs.
July 21, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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A female mallard duck standing in grass with distinctive mottled brown feather pattern.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ #bird #birdphotography
A female mallard duck standing in grass with distinctive mottled brown feather pattern.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
July 21, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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A killdeer #bird perched on gray driftwood log near beach with characteristic facial stripes visible. #birdphotography
A killdeer perched on gray driftwood log near beach with characteristic facial stripes visible.
July 21, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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A ring-billed gull #bird #birdphotography
Ring-billed gull standing in green grass with speckled gray and white plumage.
July 21, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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A killdeer #bird
Killdeer standing on sandy beach with distinctive black and white striped markings on head and neck.
July 21, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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Scenes from a run.
A winding forest road with golden sunlight filtering through tall trees and a warm glow on the asphalt surface. A black and white photograph of a turkey vulture, soaring with outstretched wings against a cloudy sky.
July 6, 2025 at 3:45 PM