House sparrow

This little guy was not interested in sitting still for a portrait! I felt lucky to get a couple of pics in focus.

Cold weather antidote

A visit to the (indoor) spring flower show at Olbrich Botanical Gardens is the antidote for a very cold and blustery day.

Appreciating the strong shadows on the snow (as well as the blue skies) on a cold mid-March day.

When you’re awaiting the colors of spring, you can always count on the northern cardinals (even the females) to brighten things up.

“Watch the clouds. They will teach you about the world of form.”
– Eckhart Tolle

I spotted my first sandhill of the season! I’m not the only one who’s ready for spring.

Lake Monona seen from the top of Monona Terrace.

Spending some extended nature time on a sunny February afternoon is so good for the soul.

Yet another gem of architectural detail at the State Capitol.