I posted an American goldfinch visiting my potted shiso plant on the deck two weeks ago. I was surprised to see another one a couple of days ago going after the shiso flowers from branch to branch. I am going have to plant more next […]
Month: September 2016
Star Trails – 2016.9.27.
Autumn is usually the best time to photograph star trails because of its clear sky conditions. The sky looked clear with many stars when I set up my camera in my backyard for an hour of shooting started at 10:30 pm last night. However, the […]
My 15 Most Memorable Sunset Shots
I don’t know how many sunset photos I have taken over the years but there are some always sticking out in my mind. It may be shots looking directly to the setting sun or away from the sun for the effects of sunset light on […]
Morning Dews
I love to shoot flowers this time of the year when the overnight temperature goes down thereby producing the beautiful dews on the flowers and leaves.
Fake Harvest Moon in Washington, DC
It was supposed to be a beautiful harvest moon-rise at 7:22 pm September 16, 2016 over the beautiful landmarks of Washington, DC, namely, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and Capitol. As one of the many photographers gathered at Iwo Jima Marine Memorial for this special moment, […]
Hummingbirds at Brookside Gardens
I have been shooting hummingbirds that came to my feeder on the backyard deck. Brookside Gardens have attracted many hummingbirds this month because of the special flowers planted and are blooming just about time for hummers to get all the nectar they can get before […]
Shiso Plant and American Goldfinch
I always plant some shiso in the pots for various types of consumption as it complements all kinds of dishes, especially barbecued meat and grilled fish. It is used all the time, as background of Japanese dish of sashimi and sushi. It comes in green and purple […]
Sunflowers, Bees and Butterflies
Sunflowers in Jarrettsville, Maryland were usually planted for harvest in September. Though the blossom has already passed the peak when I got over there this morning, I manage to get a few shots to my liking, especially with the presence of butterflies.
Pandas at National Zoo
I visited the National Zoo in Washington DC this morning. It was fun to watch Baby Panda Bei Bei enjoying the breakfast.
Stephen Hung Photography 