The Minister’s Treehouse
Noah may have had his ark but Horace Burgess has a treehouse—the world’s largest! Constructed around an 80-foot tall white oak tree, the 10-story, 10,000 square foot treehouse is a … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Gone with the Wind
I drove by this old tree today and it was gone—gone with the wind. Thankfully I caught this image a couple of years ago. © Mark Routt 2012
Photo of the Day: Loudoun Valley Sunset
Once in awhile we have some great sunsets in Virginia and once in awhile I just happen to be in the right place to photograph one. © Mark Routt 2012
Photo of the Day: Life and Death
It holds the records for being the lowest, driest, and hottest location in North America, yet there are places in Death Valley where fishes thrive—pupfishes to be exact. There are nine species … Continue reading
The Photography of Edward Weston
Edward Henry Weston (March 24, 1886 – January 1, 1958) was a 20th century American photographer. He has been called “one of the most innovative and influential American photographers…” and “one of the masters … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Cherry Blossom Clouds
Cherry blossoms and clouds on this first day of spring along the tidal basin in Washington DC. © Mark Routt, 2012
Photo of the Day: Bar Harbor
In celebration of Maine becoming our 23rd state on this day in 1820, I’m posting an image from Bar Harbor. I recommend everyone visit this beautiful state at least once … Continue reading
A Big Tree in A Small Town
This white oak in Earlysville, Virginia is the second largest in the state and sits atop a hillside overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. It was destined for demolition by an … Continue reading
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