“When bright sunlight hits water, it creates a wonderful array of sparkles. When those sparkles are photographed, the aperture ring inside the lens makes them appear as perfect geometric shapes. I feel that the sparkles make this photograph a stronger image.” – photographer Brad Reed.

“There are few things in nature as precious as a baby white-tail deer. I have spent hours trying not only to find these elusive creatures, but also to compose the perfect shot that conveys the sweetness and beauty of these young animals.” – photographer Brad Reed.

“Earlier today in our gallery we were discussing with a Bass Lake couple how fleeting the peak moments of magic light or atmosphere are when they do appear in front of us. Now I stand …

Michigan’s official bird appears out of place after one of the heaviest snowfalls of the winter. Photo by Todd Reed.

Birch trees against a blue sky in the Nordhouse Dunes wilderness area near Ludington, Michigan.

“I photographed these two large cottonwood trees on the Ludington Stearns beach as the fog rolled off of Lake Michigan.” – photographer Brad Reed.

“This scene greeted me on South Lakeshore Drive near my home upon my return from Georgia. It reminds me of the Bible story in Exodus of the burning bush Moses encountered.” – photographer Todd Reed.

“Of course there is no midnight sun in Michigan, but I could not resist naming this winter Lake Michigan shoreline image after the midsummer Arctic phenomenon.” – photographer Brad Reed.

“I found this snow, ice and water along the inner North Breakwater in Ludington, Michigan.” – photographer Brad Reed.

“The weathered appearance of this ring aboard the tugboat Karl E. Luedtke caught my eye while the Frankfort-based tug was working on a Ludington harbor improvement project.” – photographer Todd Reed.

“Songbirds have a way of making everyone smile. This little guy is so round and cute, and he gives me hope of a nearing spring.” – photographer Brad Reed.

A historic display of farming tools used over the years, such as horse shoes, a small varmint trap, hay gripping tools, and the head of a broad axe that was most likely used to square off logs for lumber. Photo by Bill Vriesema.

Hundreds of canvasback ducks take to the air with a thunderous roar over partially frozen Hamlin Lake. Photography by Brad Reed.

The tree-lined west side of Merdel Manufacturing in Ludington, Michigan with fresh snowfall simplifying the color palette. Photo by Todd Reed.

Bushes covered in a blanket of fresh snow highlight a view of Lake Michigan as seen from Epworth. Photography by Brad Reed.

“Like the thousands of other people packing downtown Ludington on New Year’s Eve, I am overwhelmed with excitement and a sense of community spirit as the giant ball touches down to mark the start of the New Year. ” – photographer Todd Reed.

“The fire barn at White Pine Village screams with color every day as I pass it by on my way to and from home.” – photographer Todd Reed

A stand of birch trees lining a creek along Fisher Road near Ludington, Michigan. Photography by Todd Reed.

“The waves were rocking out on Lake Michigan today. I wanted to get in the water to shoot this wave, but it was too rough and too cold. I have been inspired lately by the photography of Clark Little. He shoots photos of waves from in the water; however, he has a waterproof system and lives in Hawaii!” – photographer Brad Reed.

“My uncle, Rod Marble, has a beautiful log home along the Lincoln River northeast of Ludington. This view is on his property and is one of my favorite spots near his home, especially in the winter months.” – photographer Brad Reed.

“With its snowplow leading the way, a freight train barrels eastward through the countryside between Ludington and Scottville. Soon the plow will be needed to keep the Marquette Rail line clear.” – photographer Todd Reed.

“The First Curve at the Ludington State Park is one of the most popular places in Ludington to watch the S.S. Badger carferry steam in and out of port.” – photographer Brad Reed.

“I have never seen so many milkweeds. In this amazing growing season, some Michigan fields have so much milkweed silk catching the sunlight that they look like cotton fields. The autumn winds scatter the seed-laden milkweed silk near and far.” – photographer Todd Reed.

“The day was Nov. 10, 1975. It was-and still is-the roughest I have seen Lake Michigan. I was amazed by the 20 to 30 foot waves slamming into the Ludington lighthouse.” – photographer Todd Reed

“Waves, clouds and trees turning color give Epworth Heights an autumn look. It is a quieter but beautiful time of year at the historic resort. North Point cottage stands out on the Lake Michigan shoreline just south of the Lincoln River outlet.” ~ photographer Todd Reed

Father-Son photography team Todd and Brad Reed, talk about their experiences shooting the Aurora Borealis aka Northern Lights on Monday, October 24, 2011.

“Photographing the Northern Lights at Big Sable Point Lighthouse has been towards the top of my bucket list for several years. After the light show on October 24, 2011, I can now cross that off …

An enormous field filled with brightly-colored pumpkins, located on South Scottville Road. Photography by Brad Reed.

“If you love the countryside, you surely have a favorite road with barns and trees that you enjoy seeing year-around. The beautiful Polcin farm can be seen on Conrad Road east of Ludington.” ~ Todd Reed

“It doesn’t take much exploring of the Pere Marquette River or its adjacent lands to realize how beautiful it is. Late October and early November are my favorite times of the year along the Pere Marquette.” ~ Brad Reed

“I admire the craftsmanship and the beauty of this wooden vessel as it sailed past me onto Lake Michigan into another spectacular Ludington sunset. I have seen the sailboat before, and longed to be able to photograph it closer to my vantage point. On this evening I was on the end of the South Breakwater and the view was picture perfect.” ~ Todd Reed

The ferry Badger heads off into an breathtaking storm front on Lake Michigan, captured in a photo by Brad Reed.

This tree graces the Ludington beach near the entrance to Stearns Park. It often frames picturesque views of Lake Michigan. Photograph by Todd Reed.

“Lake Michigan has cooked up another molten lava sunset along the shore of Ludington tonight during a private photo lesson. Both my dad and I and our student came away with our appetites for beautiful visual moments satisfied.” ~ Brad Reed