Sandhill Cranes against a rising full moon
Controlled burn for an Illinois Prairie
Yellow-headed Blackbird perched on last year's reed
Great Egret fishing in a shallow pond
The day after an ice storm and last year's grasses in Illinois
Bobolink perched on last year's red
Bumblebee with pollen sacs flying by a Sow Thistle wildflower
Northern Shovelers silhouetted against a sun reflection
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds battle over a zinnia flower
Bald Eagle in a precision dive above the Mississippi River
Great Horned Owlets on the edge of fledging
Cicada Killer Wasp in flight
Female Northern Shoveler fanning its wings
Northern Illinois V | Description
The final gallery in this collection offers a reflective look at the landscapes and moments that define northern Illinois. These images capture both quiet serenity and subtle drama, creating a visual narrative that honors the natural essence of the region and the simple moments that make it feel distinctly like home.