Description: Punda Love Hearts ©Debra Martz The hearts are located on the Punda side of the Queen Emma Bridge, the arches of it which are seen behind the locks of love. The plaque reads Lock Your Love on the "Punda Love Hearts" by Carlos Blaaker. Perhaps the heart structures were strategically placed here to prevent lovers from hanging locks on the historic pontoon bridge of Willemstad, Curacao. If so, it seems to have worked. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved
Description: Rif Fort Curacao ©Debra Martz After walking a short distance from the port of Willemstad, is the Rif Fort (translated - Reef Fort). The fort is now part of Renaissance mall with the interior updated with quaint outlets featuring eateries and shops. Several stairways allow access to the roof with great views of Otrobanda and Punda districts plus St Anna Bay. As the exterior welcome sign indicates, it was constructed in 1828 with walls a foot thick and outfitted with 56 cannons and 27 arches to provide increased protection against pirates and enemies. In 1942, the Fort became operational again and was equipped with two 37mm-machineguns as part of the security for the Shell Oil Refinery during World War II. I have used m...
Description: The Stars of My Backyard - White Coneflowers ©Debra Martz Coneflowers attract a large variety of insects and birds. My backyard patch has been so busy with insects. The Skippers were the most numerous and several are on the flowers in this image though they blend in well with their color. Added some star flares in Topaz and softened the texture and clarity for a bit of a dreamy look in Lightroom. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved
Description: Surprise Pool Yellowstone National Park Wyoming by Debra Martz In Yellowstone National Park there are many thermal pools to see! Some are small while some are much larger. Surprise Pool is a small hot spring pool in the Lower Geyser Basin and easily accessible when driving the Firehole Lake Drive. There is an easy place to park along the drive and just a short boardwalk to see this thremal pool with a small stream of water that runs from it (upper left). ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "U.S. National Parks" 202220140908-DSC_4926
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Description: Lathrop State Park View From Hogback Trail by Debra Martz Lathrop State Park in Colorado is located about 3 miles west of Walsenburg. It has two lakes, one visible here along with the Spanish Peaks in the background. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Colorado" 20210919-DSC_5310.NEF
Description: Mountain View From Hogback Trail in Lathrop State Park by Debra Martz Lathrop State Park in SE Colorado is located about 3 miles west of Walsenburg. It has two lakes and is surrounded by mountains. This view is looking west, toward the Sangre de Cristo mountains, across the Pinyon-Juniper landscape topped with beautiful clouds. Clouds! I didn't see the near perfect heart in the clouds until I uploaded on my computer! Do you see it? ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Colorado" 20210919-DSC_5303.NEF
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Description: Mountains Forest And Volcanic Dike Colorado © Debra Martz Right at the top of Cuchara Pass on Hwy 12 take the dirt road turn-off on the east to reach the FarleyOverlook. Vistas of the San Isabel forest, Sangre de Cristo mountains and examples of the many geological dikes in the Spanish Peaks area can be observed from here. Located a short drive north of La Veta and Cuchara, Colorado. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved
Description: And Away They Go by Debra Martz It's Dec 2nd and just 13 minutes after the sun began to rise. Time to move toward the sun and the fields of grain around the area. This is mostly Snow Geese with some Greater White-fronter Geese and Canada Geese with a few ducks in the mix as well. Captured from the Sand Creek Bay bird blind on the Eagle Roost Trail which is located in the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge in northern Oklahoma. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends 3" 20211202-DSC_9675.NEF
Description: Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel by Debra Martz The Golden-mantled ground squirrel is a small squirrel like a chipmunk, with grayish-brown fur and two white stripes edged with black stripes. With that said, the first time I saw one of these at Briyce Canyon, I thought it was a Chipmunk. When I started trying to find out which variety, I discovered it was a squirrel. So four years later I see another one, this time in Chama New Mexico but knew it was not a Chipmunk this time. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved 20220915-DSC_4154-Edit.tif
Description: Sand Creek Bay Bird Blind Black and White by Debra Martz I've spent many many hours in this bird blind since discovering it after our move to northern Oklahoma in 2019. There are a few ducks out there this morning. BUT fall migration is spectacular when thousands upon thousands of Sandhill Cranes, Geese and Ducks of many varieties and shore birds arrive to spend some time here before moving on south for the winter. Located in the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge along the Eagle Roost Trail. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved 20220131-IMG_8944 Bird Blind-Edit.tif
Description: Posing Turkey Vulture by Debra Martz There is a sidewalk and stairs along each level of the spillway that I walk while bird watching. Rarely are there birds on the railings with the exception of the Turkey Vultures especially during fall migration. There were 4 here together but 3 flew immediately upon seeing me. This one, howeve, decided to just hold its own spot which allowed me a few closeup up photos. Great Salt Plains State Park is located near Jet and Cherokee, Oklahoma. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends 2" 20211001-DSC_6624.NEF
Description: North of Jet by Debra Martz Jet, Oklahoma that is. This two lane highway through the rural countryside is the route we most often take on our way to the Great Salt Plains State Park. And we go often for bird watching as it is a hot spot during migrations and even better, it's only 45 miles from home. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collections: "Oklahoma" Digital Art " 202220210113-2021-01-13 IMG_1861-Edit.tif
Description: Located in Chimayo, New Mexico across from the historic church, el Santuario de Chimayo. Serveral other small businesses are along this short street. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collections: "Signs" "New Mexico" "Digital Art Photography" 20210720-DSC_4289-Edit.tif
Description: Morning Flight of the Sandhill Cranes by Debra Martz Just to the left of this landscape is the Sand Creek Bay where 1000s of Sandhill Cranes were wading in the water in the very early morning. Many of them flew before there was ample light for photographs. The light and colors are from the sun rising in the east highlighting the western sky and landscape. Taken during fall migration in early November at the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refuge where just a short hike will lead you to the bay and a very nice bird blind for photographers and bird watchers. The refuge is located in northern Oklahoma near the towns of Jet and Cherokee. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends 2" 20211101-...
Description: Squiggly Lines in the Sand by Debra Martz I was walking along the Sandpiper Trail when I noticed those squiggly lines near the waters edge.. I have no idea what living creature made it but thought it looked cool. Just the simplest of things in nature intrigue me and set my mind to wondering. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Nature Treasures" 20211008-DSC_7631-Edit.tif
Description: Geese and Cranes At First Light by Debra Martz It was 7:03am and the birds were already making ready for the day well before actual sunrise! The sounds were very loud as geese took to the sky and Sandhill Cranes began makiing their loud, rattling bugle calls as they stirred in the water. Image captured during fall migration on the 1st of November at Sand Bay Creek. Located in the Salt Plains Naitonal Wildlife Refuge, the bay is along the Eagle Roost Trail with a nice bird blind for watchers and photographers. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends 2" 20211101-DSC_7831.NEF
Description: Flower Fly by Debra Martz I was sitting outside at the campground taking a break from a day of bird watching when I started noticing some of the insects around me. Not sure the exact ID of this one; some type of Hover Fly I think which some of them are also known commonly called Flower Fly thus the title. Feel free to drop a comment as to the correct ID if you know it. Captured in October at the River Road Campground in northern Oklahoma. Great Salt Plains State Park. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved 20211003-DSC_7178
Description: Majestic Young Eagle by Debra Martz For me, even at a young, sub-adult age, this Bald Eagle appears majestic. It became the highlight of a day of bird watching. We had decided it was time to head home but why not make one more drive by the lake area behind the cabins? What a great decision! We were turning right into the parking area and stopped quickly at the sight of this Eagle on the bare tree branches. I very quietly exited the truck and was so appreciative that this regal beauty stayed at the top of this dead tree long enough for me to snap about a dozen images. Beautiful end to the day of bird watching. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends 2" 20211101-DSC_8259.ED Captured at...
Description: Simple Elegance by Debra Martz Being near the water from just before dawn to 30 minutes after sunrise presented me with some of the most beautiful moments with the egrets I had ever seen. I watched as they skillfully hunted with new movements/techniques I had not witnessed until this particular morning. Those moves often showed me just how poised and graceful these Snowy Egrets can be! This image has not been converted to black and white; it is in its natural color made possible by early morning light. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends 2" 20211003-DSC_7088.NEF Image captured below the spillway of the Great Salt Plains Lake in northern Oklahoma.
Description: Splash of a Landing by Debra Martz It is fun to watch Cormorants land and take off from water. They always make several splashes when landing and even more on take-off as they sort of get a running start. This was on take-off which I thought was cool with the circular splash made by this Double-crested Cormorant. Captured at the spillway of the Great Salt Plains Lake in northern Oklahoma. For enhancement, I added a vignette and some digital film grain. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collections: "Feathered Friends 3" "Digital Art Photography" 20211202-DSC_9804
Description: The Dog Bar Cachara Colorado by Debra Martz The Dog Bar is known as the "Heart and Soul of Cuchara" for good reason. They've been serving up burgers, pizzas and drinks since it was established in 1980 and this place continues to be a staple in the Cuchara Valley. Located on scenic byway 12, aka the Highway of Legends, it is just a short drive south of La Veta, CO. I've enjoyed some good food and good live music there. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved 20210915-DSC_4793
Description: White-Lined Sphinx Moth Wings Spread by Debra Martz The White-Lined Sphinx (Hyles lineata) are often referred to as the hummingbird moth beacause of the bird-like size, 2.5 - 3.5 inch wingspan, and flight patterns. It behaves like a hummingbird as it can fly extremely fast and instantly swing from side to side while hovering . It is a species of Hawk Moth , therefore, another name is White-Lined Hawk Moth. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved
Description: Bald Eagle In Flight by Debra Martz Just as we decided to call the day of bird watching done and pulled out onto the highway to head home, I spotted a Bald Eagle in a tree. We were crossing a bridge and as soon as we made it to the end we pulled off of the road. I jumped out and headed across the bridge by foot in hopes that it would still be there but it wasn't. However, I turned to look out over and across the river and saw it making circles in the sky! ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends 3" 20211202-DSC_9874
Description: Early Morning American White Pelicans in Black and White by Debra Martz I love fall migration in northern Oklahoma. The American White Pelicans, Cormorants, Seagulls of several varieties arrive in large numbers as a resting area for a few weeks as they fish the waters of the lake, river and at the spillway. Two pelicans here are taking a brief break from fishing the waters at the spillway. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collections: "Feathered Friends 2" 20211003-DSC_6944-Edit.tif
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Description: Colorado Blue Columbine Painterly by Debra Martz This slender beauty of delicate flowers with bright colors is the state flower of Colorado. It and a lovely variety of flowers in the garden at the Cuchara Yacht Club were attracting butterflies, bees and the Hummingbird Moths (a favorite of mine). Digital brushes and filters used for a painterly finish. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved
Description: Red Dragon Pirate Ship by Debra Martz The Red Dragon can be found out for a fun, swashbuckling good time complete with pirate crew to entertain children to adults. It cruises the waters around Port Aransas and Corpus Christi, Texas. There are trips for the whole family and those for adults only. (Some more info from their website: When her cannons roar, you'll think you're in the middle of a 17th century naval battle. She mounts 10 cannons, fired by computer with a full range of visual and audio effects. Due to her galleon hull configuration, Black Dragon is "sea sweet" and rides like a luxury liner, but she is so nimble, she can turn on her own radius. She can actually execute a 360 degree turn with her mainmast fixed to a posit...
Description: Majestic Young Eagle Departure by Debra Martz For me, even at a young, sub-adult age, this Bald Eagle appears majestic. It became the highlight of a day of bird watching. We had decided it was time to head home but why not make one more drive by the lake area behind the cabins? What a great decision! We were turning right into the parking area and stopped quickly at the sight of this Eagle on the bare tree branches. I very quietly exited the truck and was so appreciative that this regal beauty stayed at the top of this dead tree long enough for me to snap about a dozen images before and during its departure. Beautiful end to the day of bird watching. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Fri...
Description: Look This Way by Debra Martz 5 Great Egrets and one Snsowy Egret looking south with one stubborn Great Egret looking north. LOL Captured at the bottom of the spillway of the Great Salt Plains Lake in northern Oklahoma. Abstract created from my original photograph. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collections: "Feathered Friends 2" "Digital Art Photography" 20211003-DSC_7045-Edit-Enhanced.dng
Description: Dickie Brennan's Bourbon House Seafood - New Orleans Louisiana by Debra Martz Located in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Dickie Brennan's is all about fresh seafood. If it is not in season, you won't find it on the menu. In addition to seafood, it is also known for its Bourbons. It is after all the Bourbon House located on Bourbon Street!!! They state that the restaurant offers New Orleans' most extensive and impressive selection of small batch and single barrel bourbons, a delicious Frozen Bourbon Milk Punch, and the one and only New Orleans Bourbon Society. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collections: "New Orleans Louisiana" "Digital Art Photography" "Signs" 202220210512-DSC_4595
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Description: I had just returned from walking the 2 mile trail at the RV park hoping to get some bird photos. I heard a few but saw none! So, of course, just as I sat down in my lawn chair along came several Canyon Towhees scurrying from one bush to the next foraging on the ground. This one stopped momentarily right in front of me. Montebello RV Park iin El Prado, New Mexico near Taos ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends 2" 20210912-DSC_4573
Description: Black-necked Stilt Reflecting on the Day by Debra Martz Bird Watching in Port Aransas, Texas is one of my favorites! So many beautiful birds any time of year. This Stilt is a migratory bird, however, it can be see year-round in the coastal area of Texas. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends2" 202120190514-DSC_0678
Description: Departure With the Fish of Its Dreams by Debra Martz This Ring-billed Gull wanted to get as far away from the others as quickly as possible. It is not every day that you see them catch a fish of this size. And gulls will be gulls as they try and steal others catches. Image captured at the Great Salt Plains State Park of northern Oklahoma while bird watching along the Salt Fork River below the spillway area. ©Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved In My Gallery/Collection: "Feathered Friends 2" 20211101-DSC_8006-Edit-Enhanced.dng Added vignette to image and posterized.
