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Shawn Rundblade
@shawnrundblade.bsky.social
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Storm chaser, photographer, and National Park wanderer—if it’s wild, I’m there. 🌪️⚡ From electric skies to rugged landscapes, I capture nature at its most intense. Conservation meets adventure. Let’s chase the light. 📸 ShawnRundbladePhoto.com
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A couple nights ago, I went out to try my hand at a Timelapse of the #aurora. It was only my second attempt, so clearly I am still learning. Shot with my D500 and a 24-70. Exposure was roughly 2s and the internal was around 4s.

Annoyed at the cars, but my fault for the location. Alas...here you go.
November 16, 2025 at 1:39 AM
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And so it begins.
#northernlights
#auroa #spaceweather
Green northern lights shine over water
November 13, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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I'll never laugh at photogs for their position choices. Where you stand to make the image you see if entirely up to you. While I tend to look for the views in areas where photogs aren't, that sometimes doesn't work out for me.

Behind the couple photos you see were like 20 more. I'm all by myself.
Golden evening light bathes the vast rolling plains of Badlands National Park, where two photographers stand on a ridge capturing the scene. Layers of distant hills fade softly into the horizon beneath a warm amber sky, while windblown dust glows in the sunset, creating an ethereal, dreamlike atmosphere that highlights the park’s sweeping beauty and timeless landscape.
November 8, 2025 at 2:49 AM
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Wow, it's been a bit since I posted or even hopped on to check what's up.
Hopefully your fall season’s getting off to a good start. I’ve barely picked up my camera the past couple months unfortunately. I'll be doing my best to get back into the groove.
Until then, here's last fall. See the ALT!
A lone green tree stands gracefully amid a vast field of golden prairie grass in Dane County, Wisconsin, illuminated by the warm, golden-hour sunlight of an early autumn evening. The tall grasses sway gently in the light breeze, their amber tones glowing against the deep blue sky and the soft greens of the distant tree line. A narrow mowed path of rich green grass leads the viewer’s eye through the prairie toward the solitary tree, creating a natural sense of depth and calm. The distant trees, showing the first hints of fall color, frame the scene with quiet balance and harmony. This photograph captures the timeless beauty of Wisconsin’s native prairie landscape — a reminder of the wild spaces that once stretched across the Midwest. The image reflects the essence of fine art nature photography: careful attention to light, texture, and composition. The interplay between the cool sky and the warm tones of the grass creates a vivid contrast that evokes both serenity and strength. Taken in the soft evening light, this moment reveals the delicate transition between summer and fall, where every blade of grass catches the last glow of the sun. Ideal for those who appreciate natural landscapes, environmental storytelling, and conservation-focused photography, this image celebrates the quiet resilience and beauty of the prairie ecosystems found throughout southern Wisconsin. It is a testament to how even a single tree in an open field can embody the spirit of the land — enduring, vibrant, and full of life.
October 31, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Just gonna leave this here with no context.
September 30, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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I grabbed this image back in February at a protest in Madison. The sign remains even more true today. So far, every system that we had been hoping would stop some of the madness has either failed, or gone un-utilized.

#StreetPhotography #ProtestPhoto #Activism #VoicesHeard #ChangeIsNow
A protest scene in an urban downtown setting shows a person wearing a protective face mask, glasses, and a patterned bandana raising a cardboard sign above their head that reads, 'The system has failed us.' They stand among a small group of people dressed in jackets and hats, suggesting a cool day. Behind them, blurred cars, bare winter trees, and modern buildings form the backdrop, emphasizing the public, street-level nature of the demonstration. The raised sign becomes the focal point, symbolizing frustration, resilience, and a call for change.
September 29, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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I do love me some blueberries. These are some of the "Blue Crop" variety. I can assure you, they are tasty indeed.

#Blueberries #NaturePhotography #FreshPick
Close-up of a hand cradling ripe blueberries on the bush, their deep blue skin speckled with a dusty bloom. Soft sunlight highlights the texture of the berries and the natural lines of the hand, with vibrant green leaves framing the scene.
August 17, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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Twas a wonderful night for my first sunset over Lake Michigan. Photos of a lighthouse to come later.
August 12, 2025 at 12:51 PM
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#Photographers of BlueSky, I have a question.

I'm getting ready to record a new podcast episode (and actually make an attempt at keeping it going). I'll be talking about G.A.S. and my work toward recovery.

What experiences have you had with it, and what helped you out of it?
A large collection of various Nikon photography gear. There are 4 camera bodies, and close to a dozen lenses and a trio of speed lights.
August 6, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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Snoop Dogg, standing in front of an image that signifies the High Plains
July 25, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Doing some work behind the scenes and will be updating previously recorded podcasts. Then... I will be starting to record new ones again.

Right now, you need to follow this link, I will be adding it back to the site once I get some new content recorded.

shawnrundbladephoto.com/feed/podcast...
July 20, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Thats an interesting headline for a story about solar flares…
July 18, 2025 at 3:22 AM
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Here are a couple stills and one of my location in relation to the storm.
The updraft of the storm I was chasing. This is the leading edge, and as it passed over, the area where a tornado moved into view. A storm in the distance with a large lowered area signifying an updraft area Radar image showing where I was for the distant picture. My position is the circle and I was looking right into the notch.
July 12, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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Went storm chasing locally yesterday. So close to getting a tornado. Was a decent looking storm as well which is always nice.

Take a peek. It felt like this was less than 100ft off the ground.
July 12, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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Photography tip of the day:

Don’t leave your lens cleaning solution bottle on the dash of your work van for multiple days and really hot sun
A photo of a small bottle of lens cleaning solution that is bulging and warped due to partial melting from being on a hot dash in a car
July 11, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Just pitched a story idea to a magazine that I have been wanting to do for a while now. Crossing my fingers they like it and want to see more!
June 18, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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Amazing!

Thank you everyone who has chosen to follow me here. It means a ton that you decided to click that button. It's been a rough couple years for me, and I have been working hard to refine my skills and make myself better. The fact that over 1k people follow me makes it seem like it's working.
Black and white close-up of a Queen Victoria agave, showing a tight rosette of thick, geometric leaves with white-lined edges. The image emphasizes texture, symmetry, and natural pattern, highlighting the plant’s architectural beauty.
June 15, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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Am I going to break 1000 today?

I was on the other place for like 10 years and struggle to get to 500. I’ve been here for maybe a year now and I’m on the verge of breaking 1000.

Thank you everyone who follows me, I’ll continue trying to get more content as I can. Just been a little tough lately.
A screenshot of my profile showing that I am four people away from having 1000 followers.
June 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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I was in Sheboygan, WI today for work. Between jobs I decided to head over to the lake and see what there was to see. Spotted this, a Franklins Gull. I saw a gull with a black head and thought, that is a bit different. Glad I went over.
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Franklin’s Gull standing in shallow water with wings outstretched, displaying its distinctive black hood, white eye arcs, pale gray wings, and reddish legs. The bird is mid-step on rocky shoreline, captured in early breeding plumage.
June 13, 2025 at 11:07 PM
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My grandmother’s favorite bird was the Blue Jay—but I’ve always had a soft spot for the Mountain Bluebird. Less noisy, more chill, just as beautiful. I found this little guy in the Badlands and couldn’t help but think of her. 💙
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#Badlands #BirdPhotography
Male Mountain Bluebird perched on a metal fence post in Badlands National Park, South Dakota. Bright blue feathers stand out against a soft brown background, showcasing native bird species in their natural habitat.
June 13, 2025 at 3:15 AM
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I've been slowly getting myself in the habit of bringing my camera with me when I am working my normal job. I don't expect anything amazing to happen that is earth shattering, sometime I just see things that I want to photograph. Plus, sometimes it's just scouting.

Example, these Bearded Irises.
A cluster of vibrant purple bearded irises bathed in soft golden sunlight. The ruffled petals catch the light, glowing with delicate highlights of lavender and lilac. In the foreground, several blooms are softly blurred, adding depth and a dreamy quality. Tall green stems and leaves frame the flowers, with more irises fading into the background.
June 12, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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I'm still dreaming of places I need to get back to, and well Yellowstone has struck again. While this image is nothing special, I still enjoy it. I know it's along the North Entrance Rd along the Gardner River, but not sure exactly where. (need a GPS on my camera)
#nationalparks #photography
Long exposure photo of the Gardiner River flowing through a steep canyon in Yellowstone National Park. Volcanic rock walls rise on either side, with a faint light trail from a car on the distant road above the river, hinting at twilight or early evening. The water appears smooth and milky, cascading over boulders in the rugged mountain landscape.
June 9, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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I really really need to head out there. I keep meaning to, and I’ve driven through the area several times over the past few months. Alas it’s always when I’m working though and don’t have time. I’ll need to take a day and go.

Would love to meet you some time!
A great blue heron stands in a space between two trees An American white pelican flies low over water A flock of white pelicans sits at sunset on a branch coming out of a lake. A snowy white owl flies with wings spread against dark green evergreens
June 7, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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Earlier I posted about needing to spend some solo time back at Pictured Rocks NL.

Another place, I want to spend months at...

Yellowstone. I was there in 2021 for a family vacation and only spent about 3 full days in the park. That's no time at all.

One day, I will get back.

#NationalParks
Visitors explore West Thumb Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park, where steam rises from a vibrant turquoise hot spring bordered by orange and yellow mineral deposits. In the background, Yellowstone Lake stretches into the distance beneath a moody, overcast sky, framed by pine trees and distant hills.
June 7, 2025 at 2:19 AM
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I think I am going to plan a "solo" trip up to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore this fall. Went last year with my daughter, and was not able to spend nearly enough time there. Such a beautiful place, and not too far away.

#nationalparks #photography
June 6, 2025 at 2:33 PM