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Kevin

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South Dakota serenity. The land stretches out beneath a masterpiece.

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This image of the Badlands National Park in South Dakota, USA captures a vast, open landscape at sunset. It's a classic example of a prairie sunset, focusing on the dramatic interplay of light and clouds above the expansive horizon.
The upper two-thirds of the image is dominated by the sky, which features a spectacular blend of colors. There are streaks of orange, pink, and yellow near the horizon where the sun is setting, blending into softer blues and purples higher up. The light catches the underside of scattered cumulus clouds, making them glow with warm color.
The foreground is a rolling grassland or prairie, covered in dry, golden-brown grasses, suggesting a late summer setting, in a generally arid environment. The terrain looks somewhat rugged, with some dips and low hills.
The overall mood is serene, expansive, and tranquil, emphasizing the grandeur of the open sky and the peacefulness of the remote landscape.

November 3, 2025 at 10:23 PM

Kevin

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Happy Halloween!

#halloween #spooky #cat #eyes

Spooky Image of a cat with orange eyes for Halloween

October 31, 2025 at 1:34 PM

Kevin

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Growing up in Louisiana I've been through many hurricanes and learned to watch the Gulf very early on. This freaking storm is an absolute monster.
#Melissa #Hurricane #CAT5

Satellite image Hurricane Melissa on 12/27/2025 just south of Jamaica - CAT5

October 27, 2025 at 3:32 PM

Kevin

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Walking on the boardwalk onto another planet. Badlands of South Dakota.

Composite image. 4 shots foreground focus stacked, and 6 shots night sky for sharp stars.

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #wallart #AlienLandscape #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #NationalPark #SouthDakota #Badlands

This is a striking night landscape photograph featuring a dramatic and rugged terrain under a dark, starry sky.

The image is dominated by the foreboding yet beautiful landscape. In the foreground, the ground is rough, uneven, and textured, covered in a lighter, grayish-white material, creating a stark contrast with the darker, reddish-brown rock formations.

The middle ground and background are filled with a series of distinctive spires, buttes, and steep ridges. These formations are illuminated by a warm, soft light, possibly from the moon (though not visible), with the ambient light of a very long exposure. This lighting highlights their texture and structure, giving the scene a warm, earthy tone against the coldness of the night.

The sky is a deep, velvety black, densely populated with countless stars. The high concentration of visible stars indicates a very dark location, free from significant light pollution, suggesting a remote setting like a national park or wilderness area.

Overall, the photograph evokes a sense of vastness, stillness, and rugged isolation, beautifully capturing the dramatic contrast between the sharp, eroded earth and the quiet brilliance of the night sky.

October 10, 2025 at 6:17 PM

Kevin

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The unusual geological formations and vibrant colors of the South Dakota Badlands.

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The South Dakota Badlands - The foreground is dominated by soft, rounded hills of a pale, light gray or off-white color, which appear almost sandy or dusty. Sparse, low-growing vegetation is visible on these mounds.

Beyond the immediate foreground, the landscape rises into more dramatically colored formations. There's a prominent central formation that displays a rich blend of yellows, oranges, and reddish-pink hues, creating a beautiful contrast with the pale foreground and the sky. A paved road can be seen cutting across the grassy lower-left section, leading toward the colorful hills, hinting at accessibility for visitors.

The background consists of more layered, rugged buttes and hills, showing similar light and colored rock strata, fading toward the horizon.

Above, the sky is a deep, brilliant blue, offering a high-contrast backdrop to the earthy tones of the formations. A few scattered, wispy white clouds add texture to the sky.

October 7, 2025 at 12:54 PM

Kevin

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Got to visit with some wild horses on this afternoon. It was interesting observing the dynamics of the group.

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This is a photo of a small group of wild horses in a dry, grassy landscape, in a badlands area.

In the foreground and center, two horses are the focus of attention:

A light gray or dun-colored horse with a long, flowing dark mane and tail is rearing slightly and appears to be interacting with or challenging a second horse.

A darker brown or bay horse with a black mane and tail is facing the first horse and looks tense. Their interaction suggests they may be sparring or posturing.

In the background, three other horses are visible, grazing or standing with their heads down:

One is a light-to-medium brown or chestnut color.

The other two are a dark brown or black color.

The ground is covered in sparse, dry grass and patches of sagebrush or similar low-lying shrubs. The sky is a clear, bright blue with no clouds. The lighting is strong, suggesting it was taken on a sunny day.

This photo was taken in Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota, which is known for its population of wild horses.

October 2, 2025 at 1:30 PM

Kevin

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Being shy - This little burro was out with its mom around a group of people in the park. I guess he had enough and went to go hide unit this tree.

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #SouthDakota #burro #wildlife #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt

This is a lovely image of a young burro standing in a grassy field, partially hidden by the leaves of a tree.

The donkey has a dark brown or black coat and appears to be a foal or juvenile due to its small size and proportions. Its head is slightly turned towards the camera, and it has a curious or gentle expression.

It's positioned directly under and slightly behind a cluster of bright green leaves that partially obscure its upper body, creating a natural frame. The bright sunlight is catching the leaves, making them glow, and also highlights the donkey's face and back.

The ground is covered in tall, light green and golden grasses, suggesting a sunny, warm-weather scene, possibly a pasture or open wilderness area. The natural lighting and setting give the photo a peaceful, slightly wild feeling.

October 1, 2025 at 3:12 PM

Kevin

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I am always amazed at the shear number of the characters there are in this area of the country - South Dakota Badlands National Park.

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This is a photograph of a prairie dog emerging from a burrow in the dry, earthy ground.

The prairie dog has light brown and reddish-tan fur and is partially obscured by the surrounding dirt and low-lying, scraggly green plants. It's alert, with its head and upper body visible, appearing to be observing its surroundings. The ground is composed of mostly bare, loose brown soil with some small pebbles and bits of dried vegetation. The lighting suggests a bright, sunny day, casting some subtle shadows.

September 29, 2025 at 1:22 PM

Kevin

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Sunset in the South Dakota Badlands - August 2025

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This panoramic photo captures a sunset over the dramatic, rugged landscape of the Badlands in South Dakota.

The image is split horizontally between the land and the sky, each with its own captivating color palette. In the foreground and stretching to the horizon, the Badlands' signature formations dominate the scene. They are a jumble of steep, sculpted hills, deep ravines, and eroded spires. The setting sun casts a warm, golden light across the landscape, illuminating the textures and layers of the rock formations and highlighting the stark contrast between light and shadow. The colors of the rocks range from soft grays and tans to hints of brown and rust.

Above the horizon, the sky transitions through a beautiful gradient. The lower part is a vibrant orange and yellow, a clear reflection of the sun as it dips below the horizon. As the eye moves upward, the colors fade into a soft blue, creating a peaceful and serene backdrop to the jagged terrain below. The meeting of the warm, earthy tones of the Badlands and the cool, vivid colors of the sky creates a powerful visual contrast, showcasing the unique beauty of this natural wonder at dusk.

September 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Kevin

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Everybody has been asking about the wildlife we saw on the Dakota Trip. These guys were EVERYWHERE!

#NIKON #Wildlife #NorthDakota #SouthDakota #nature #ParrieDog #photography #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #NationalPark

This photograph shows two black-tailed prairie dogs, standing upright and alert in a grassy, open field. They are in front of a burrow entrance, surrounded by low-lying green and brown foliage.

Both prairie dogs are facing to the right of the frame, with their heads and bodies angled slightly away from the camera. The one on the left is in a more open area, while the one on the right is partially concealed by a small bush. The background is blurred, drawing the focus to the two animals.

September 19, 2025 at 1:33 PM

Kevin

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The South Dakota Badlands National Park - PANO

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #NationalPark #SouthDakota #badlands

This image is a wide shot of the Badlands National Park in South Dakota, captured on a clear, sunny day. The dominant features are the rugged, striped hills and formations that give the park its name.

In the foreground, a large, weathered bluff fills the right side of the frame. Its slopes are layered with distinct horizontal bands of color: a pale, dusty gray interspersed with striking orange and reddish-brown stripes. These layers hint at the geological history of the region.

The middle ground transitions into a vast, undulating landscape of similar formations. The hills are less pronounced here, appearing as a series of low, rolling ridges that stretch into the distance. Between these ridges, there are flat, grassy plains and valleys that appear golden and brown, indicating a dry environment. A faint, winding trail can be seen cutting through one of these valleys.

The background shows the landscape continuing to recede, with the formations becoming smaller and hazier until they blend into the distant horizon. The sky is a vibrant, deep blue, with a few wispy, light clouds scattered across it. The overall impression is one of a harsh, beautiful, and ancient landscape shaped by erosion over millennia.

September 18, 2025 at 2:13 PM

Kevin

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More from the "Trip back in time Series" in South Dakota

#NIKON #photography #OldWest #landscape #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #cityscape #SouthDakota

MAIN STREET - South Dakota's Original 1880 TOWN has more than 30 buildings from the 1880 to 1920 era, authentically furnished with thousands of relics, historical accounts and photographs.

THE RAILROAD STATION - South Dakota's Original 1880 TOWN has more than 30 buildings from the 1880 to 1920 era, authentically furnished with thousands of relics, historical accounts and photographs.

THE MARSHAL'S OFFICE - South Dakota's Original 1880 TOWN has more than 30 buildings from the 1880 to 1920 era, authentically furnished with thousands of relics, historical accounts and photographs.

September 17, 2025 at 3:26 PM

Kevin

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A Trip back in time in South Dakota.

#NIKON #photography #OldWest #landscape #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #cityscape #SouthDakota #Saloon

South Dakota's Original 1880 TOWN has more than 30 buildings from the 1880 to 1920 era, authentically furnished with thousands of relics, historical accounts and photographs.

September 16, 2025 at 1:32 PM

Kevin

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Early Morning in the South Dakota Badlands - August 2025

#NIKON #photography #nature #landscape #sunrise #Badlands #SouthDakota #wallart #digitalArt #photoArt #DigitalDarkroom #cityscape #NationalPark

This photograph from The Badlands National Park ion Sounth Dakota, shows a wide, scenic view of a vast, rugged landscape. The image is filled with a series of steep, heavily eroded rock formations, known as badlands. The formations are layered with different colors, including various shades of tan, beige, and light brown, with prominent, dark horizontal stripes that run across the hills.

The early morning sunlight is hitting the landscape from the left, creating strong shadows that highlight the textures and contours of the jagged peaks and valleys. The overall impression is one of immense, ancient, and otherworldly terrain. In the distance, the landscape flattens out into a horizon, and a soft blue sky with scattered clouds is visible above.

September 15, 2025 at 1:36 PM

Kevin

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Antelope Canyon - Page Arizona - "The place where water runs through the rocks"

NIKON D7100 - ISO 1600 - F5.6 - 1/60 - Tripod

#photography #nature #landscape #wallart #photoArt #photographersofbluesky #photographersunited #NIKON #nikonphotography

This image captures the stunning, winding passageways of Antelope Canyon, a famous slot canyon in Arizona known for its smooth, sculpted sandstone walls. The narrow chamber is bathed in a warm, golden glow from sunlight filtering through the narrow openings above, casting dramatic shadows and highlighting the rich layers of reds, oranges, and browns in the rock. The wave-like curves and textures of the canyon walls create a mesmerizing, almost fluid appearance, while the sandy floor adds to the sense of warmth and depth. The interplay of light and shadow gives the scene a surreal, almost otherworldly quality.

August 12, 2025 at 7:24 PM

Kevin

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Someone say Hawaii ?
Fire Dancer - older photo from 2006 with my then brand new Nikon D80 😲.

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Image of a Fire Dancer in Hawaii back in 2006. You can see previous burn scars on his torso. Nikon D80 with the vintage Nikkor 70-200 Zoom.

August 7, 2025 at 1:47 PM

Kevin

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Sunset on the beach in Kalaloch, Washington, USA

#photography #nature #landscape #wallart #photoArt #photographersofbluesky #photographersunited #NIKON #nikonphotography #sunset #Washington #NationalPark #Olympic #Ocean

A Dramatic Sunset on the beach in Olympic National Park, Kalalock, WA. This was taken from the balcony at the lodge.

August 4, 2025 at 3:40 PM

Kevin

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Grand Teton National Park - Very smoky sunset at the overlook 2021

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A Very smoky sky in Grand Teton National Park in 2021. Taken from the overlook.
CAMERA - NIKON D780 with Nikkor AF-S 24-120mm f/4G Lens - ISO 800 - 1/250 sec exposure - 0 EV - Manual Program

July 25, 2025 at 1:58 PM

Kevin

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One of my very first concerts
Band Line-up: Black Sabbath
Date: Wednesday, March 17, 1971
Venue: Independence Hall
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
#OZZIE #RIPOZZIE