sedalia: Mountain Living with City Conveniences Nearby - 09/24/11 02:04 AM
Offered at $975,000 This beautiful custom Timberframe sits on 13 acres near Elephant Rock just outside Sedalia, Colorado.
The Gourmet kitchen has 2 subzero fridges, Wolf 6 burner stove w/2 ovens, granite, 2 sinks, custom cabinets and a 9x9 walkin pantry. The huge deck is partly covered, allowing nearly year-round enjoyment of the outdoors. Yoy'll love the views of Denver to the Black Forest. Gated and very secluded with lots of trees, rock outcroppings & wildlife, yet just minutes to Castle Rock and I-25.
This amazing custom home is loaded with extras to include hardwood floors on the main level w/carpet … (5 comments)

sedalia: The Brain - behind the Eye - behind the Viewfinder - 01/11/10 08:27 AM

We all talk about which camera is the best or which lens is the fastest or sharpest, always looking for that perfect combination that might help us take awesome photos.  However, the absolute most important part of any photography shoot is the brain.
A great photographer can capture excellent images with almost any camera.  That's because they not only have a very high level of knowledge of photographic technique and highly tuned technical skills, but they think . . . they think about what they want that final image to show.  Then they consider what they must do to accomplish that goal.  Just a … (14 comments)

sedalia: Sunrise Reflected - HDR - 12/06/09 02:07 AM

Photo © Mike Hendren, 2009 One morning in November, I looked out the window to see what promised to be a gorgeous sunrise.  Fortunately, my Nikkor 14-24mm lens was already on my camera, a Nikon D700, so all I had to do was grab the tripod and run out the door.  I set up just behind the house and saw the bright clouds reflected in the windows of the house and giving a warm golden glow to the stone work. One of the primary requirements for good HDR (High Dynamic Range) images is a tripod.  Even if the normal exposure … (15 comments)

sedalia: Morning Buck in Fresh Snow - 10/30/09 05:42 AM

Photo © Mike Hendren, 2009
 
We had a few inches of fresh snow just a few days ago.  The morning brought us clear skies and sunshine, and as I walked around the end of my garage, I was treated to this beautiful sight!
 
This mule deer buck was just meandering along, looking for food (or maybe love - it is the season), and of course my sudden arrival definitely got his attention.  But he didn't run - he just stood there like a majestic statue studying my every move.
 
I quickly went back in the house, got … (20 comments)

sedalia: Wordless Wednesday - Sunrise from Rocky Ridge Ranch in HDR - 09/16/09 12:49 AM
 
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sedalia: Friday's Fotos... Have a GREAT Labor Day Weekend! - 09/04/09 09:13 AM

 
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sedalia: Wordless Wednesday - Biker Parking Only! - 09/02/09 08:38 AM

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sedalia: Evening Rainbow near Sedalia, CO - 08/28/09 08:11 AM

Photo © Mike Hendren, 2009

 
One evening, after a rain shower passed through, I saw this gorgeous rainbow just behind my neighbor's house, not far from Sedalia, Colorado.
 
It looks like the rainbow is going right down their chimney - I need to get in there to see if that "pot of gold" is really there!  :-)
 
I used Nik software's Color Efex Pro, Low Key filter to enhance this image and give it that dramatic look.
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sedalia: Retired - but NOT Out to Pasture - 08/23/09 02:59 AM


Photo © Mike Hendren 2009
I found this old rusty plow sitting in a nice green pasture, not far from Sedalia, Colorado.  The scene was so serene and peaceful that I couldn't resist.  Plus, I think it kind of reminded me of the fact that I retired about 5 years ago, but didn't stay retired like this old plow.  Of course, maybe it went through cycles, too, where it was put away for a few years and then brought back into action, tilling the soil for a new crop.  Old, rusty, and tiny compared to the huge multi-disc plows … (8 comments)

sedalia: Patriotism is Alive and Well in Sedalia, CO - 08/07/09 11:09 AM
American Flag TatteredCanvas, originally uploaded by SensorPhoto. (This flag was found flying proudly in Sedalia, Colorado - it's since been retired.)
I know some of you object to flags that should have been "retired", but personally, I can't fault anyone who proudly displays our beautiful flag, even in this tattered condition.When I look at this torn symbol, I see pride and love of country. Of course, it's time for it to be replaced by a new one, but who of us can say in these difficult economic times when another person can or cannot afford that.I would much rather see this … (5 comments)

sedalia: Motorcycle Fun in Sedalia, Colorado - 08/06/09 07:43 AM
This old, rusty motorcycle sits on the roof of one of the buildings in the small town of Sedalia, Colorado.  It seems emblematic of the motorcycle "gatherings" that often take place, here.

On most weekends, if the weather is nice, lots of people take the opportunity to get out and enjoy the beautiful Colorado scenery from the breezy seat of a motorcyle.  Invariably, many of them will gather at a local watering hole in Sedalia called the Sedalia Grill, to enjoy great barbecue, ice cold beer, and usually some live music.
So, if you've got a motorcycle, drive it out … (4 comments)

sedalia: Speechless Sunday - Distant Storms at Sunset - 07/12/09 05:20 AM

Photo © Mike Hendren 2009
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