“I happened across this fellow (the traditional bird of Spring) during my walk with my dog in Kentwood, Michigan.” – photographer Christopher Kierkus.

“This is really what the inner range light in Grand Haven looked like at a few minutes after 6:00pm. The photo is essentially straight out of camera, and required very little digital manipulation.” – photographer Christopher Kierkus.

“This evening featured what was probably the most magical light I’ve ever experienced in my life. Believe it or not these shots have very little post processing, this is what it really looked like when I was standing there.” – photographer Christopher Kierkus.

“This reminded me of the Sarlacc Pit from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Especially since it was making roaring and groaning noises (from the water splashing) underneath…” Photographed in South Haven, Michigan by Christopher Kierkus.

This winter landscape image was captured in St. Joseph Michigan, and is a personal favorite of the photographer, Christopher Kierkus.

“Chomp! Anyone who lives in the Midwest knows winter REALLY has teeth… here’s the proof! This photo was taken in St. Joseph, Michigan. The icicles were backlit by the setting sun.” – photographer Christopher Kierkus

“This evening featured what was probably the most magical light I’ve ever experienced in my life. Believe it or not these shots have very little post processing, this is what it really looked like when I was standing there on the St. Joseph Pier!” – photographer Christopher Kierkus.

“Another shot of my favorite lonely tree at Holland State Park, taken about 20 minutes after sunset.” – photographer Christopher Kierkus.