Mellow Wanderer

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Acadia National Park: Starry, Starry Nights!

I played with the stars over Acadia National Park not knowing what the results would be. Boy, was I ever pleasantly surprised. Our rented cottage in the small village of Bernard, Maine is by the water in an area called Duck Cove.

Light pollution is virtually nil at night so it’s a good environment not only to view stars but to photograph them. I’m mostly a video guy.

GoPro is my camera of choice because it’s so easy to travel with compared to a DSLR camera. I fixed my GoPro to a tripod in star trail mode, focused the lenses on the night sky, which was clear but with a crescent moon off to the east providing a faint backlight.

The camera rolled for about 90-minutes, about the life of the battery. An external battery would have added considerable time. I’ll remember that for my next attempts. The video below is short as a result, but I like it. Let me know what you think!
Big Sky Over Carolina

I’m constantly in awe of sky gazing. The sun, moon, clouds, and stars are a giant gallery with wonderful, mesmerizing works of art. Art that’s constantly in motion. I’m always seeking to capture and preserve it in the various places I travel. I’m currently in the South Carolina Lowcountry, specifically Seabrook Island near Charleston. I attached my GoPro Hero camera to a dock overlooking the marshes of the Stono River and focused on the sky. With the camera set in nightlapse mode, my goal was to capture sunset to sunrise with as little light pollution as possible. The sky did not disappoint! Enjoy!
Witness the Birth of Flowers: A Breathtaking Timelapse!

PRESS PLAY TO WATCH TIMELAPSE VIDEO

Spring has sprung, and my Florida backyard is undergoing a remarkable transformation. New life is bursting forth from the soil, including an amaryllis bulb that I thought had bitten the dust two years ago. To my surprise, it has resurfaced, sending up a tall green stem with a promising pod at its tip. Eager to capture this journey, I quickly set up my GoPro Hero 9 camera, powered by an external battery, and configured it for timelapse mode, snapping a shot every two minutes for about 12 hours each day. I dubbed this project a “bloom or bust” opportunity.

After five days of non-stop shooting, I got the beautiful outcome I wanted. I’m thrilled with the result and hope it brings solace and joy to those who watch it. Ah, the magic of spring and the timeless cycle of life’s renewal.
Get Your Irish On! Enjoy This Beautiful Landscape Of Ireland Timelapse Video. Happy St. Patrick’s Day 🇮🇪!
Spring Time Wonder: How Butterflies Are Made

I’m awestruck watching life transform. The incredible metamorphosis from a six-legged monarch caterpillar into a two-winged butterfly is simply extraordinary, and its beauty is mesmerizing. I set up my own backyard kit to document this process with my GoPro camera. First, I placed two caterpillars and cuttings from a milkweed plant, their favorite food, inside my screen cage. As they feasted on milkweed, I patiently awaited for the magical transformation, which I estimate took several days.

At a certain point, one of the caterpillars formed a chrysalis, appearing dark and mature, while the other seemed poised to undergo its own transformation. Sensing the timing was right—a pure guess on my part—I positioned the camera, activated the timelapse mode, and let it roll. Then, I stepped away. Hours later, upon returning to check, I discovered the butterfly emerged and the caterpillar turned into a chrysalis. Excitement surged through my body as I hoped the camera captured it all.

Upon playback, my joy knew no bounds. There it was: Life unfolding before my eyes! If you ever get the chance to experience this for yourself, seize it. The rewards are beyond measure.