Grand Concourse Overlook

Photograph by Marc Isolda ©2024

Against the grandeur of Grand Central Terminal’s arching windows, the people on the balcony seemed insignificant.

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Friends

Photograph by Marc Isolda ©2023

The relationship between a girl and her horse is special. It is an idea I always wanted to capture. Today the opportunity arose.

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After the Haying

Photograph by Marc Isolda ©2023

The farmer’s work was done. The hay was cut, raked, baled, and unloaded. The red tractor and wagon were set out in the field so photogenically, that it looked like they were waiting to have their picture taken. Someone had to oblige them.

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Field Day

Photographs by Marc Isolda copyright 2023

Out in a summer field with my camera, of course, I came upon these happy creatures having their fill of the season’s offerings. With my lens out to its maximum of 600mm, I didn’t disturb them in the slightest. The painterly effect was exactly what I hoped for.

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Two or Three Tulips

Photographs by Marc Isolda copyright 202

It’s my Dutch side showing here. I was born to photograph tulips. And this is a good year for it in Connecticut.

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Mother Nature

Photograph by Marc Isolda copyright 2023

When I saw the killdeer sitting on the gravel driveway, I thought it might be injured. But when I walked nearer, it quickly stood and I saw the three eggs beneath. Killdeers typically nest on the ground among pebbles and rocks where their eggs are camouflaged, and a pair will take turns sitting on them. This couple happened to pick a busy driveway to set up housekeeping.

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Holding Back the Clouds

Photograph by Marc Isolda copyright 2023

This scene drew me for its contrast of pure blue sky against the snow and billowy white clouds that seemed to be held back by the snow fence.

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Night Call

Photograph by Marc Isolda copyright 2023
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Gobble, Gobble, Gobble, Gobble

Photograph by Marc Isolda copyright 2023

Out for an afternoon walk in the sun, the long lineup of wild turkeys froze instantly when I called out “gobble, gobble” from my car window. They stood transfixed for a moment, then moved on.

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Ducks on the Pond

Photographs by Marc Isolda copyright 2023

The warm January weather kept this little pond from freezing, so these happy Mallards gathered for a sociable winter swim.

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