“At an undisclosed location in West Michigan at 7:44 AM, the “magic” light reveals the outline of an elusive snowy owl resting on the bank.” – photographer Brad Reed.
“The pre-dawn sky here is the most amazing color in the winter when it is not cloudy. Having a full moon going down was a real bonus.” – photographer Tom Haxby.
“I was intrigued by the color, textures, and patterns of the Schmidt Farmhouse in the Sleeping Bear Dunes Port Oneida Rural Historic district.” – photographer Steven Huyser-Honig.
“This evening featured what was probably the most magical light I’ve ever experienced in my life. Believe it or not these shots have very little post processing, this is what it really looked like when I was standing there.” – photographer Christopher Kierkus.
Moments photographer Stacy Niedzwiecki has placed third in the online PhotographyCorner.com 2011 Photograph of the Year Contest competition, which had 225 photos entered.
The Wagner Creek cascades over rock ledges in this area before emptying into the Anna River, creating a beautiful scenic spot as captured in this photo by Jessamyn Smallenburg.
“An immature bald eagle soars directly overhead as I hike a trail through the dunes near the Sable River at Ludington State Park. The bird circles over me, seemingly checking me out, or is he just searching for breakfast? Either way, I am grateful for the close-up view.” – photographer Todd Reed.
“A close up of grass stalks encased in ice remind me of a line of soldiers baring bayonets and standing in line waiting for orders. This image was taken on the campus of Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan.” – photographer Bill Vriesema.