Dawn Over the Ice – The first light of day ignites the horizon over East Grand Traverse Bay, casting fiery hues over icy waters. A peaceful yet dramatic winter morning. #sunrise #winterlandscape #naturephotography

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Dawn Over the Ice by Rick Stringer

Dawn Over the Ice by Rick Stringer

Radiant Sunrise Over Ice – The sun bursts over East Grand Traverse Bay, its golden rays reflecting off icy waters. A stunning contrast of warmth and winter’s chill. #sunrise #winterbeauty #landscapephotography

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Radiant Sunrise Over Ice by Rick Stringer

Radiant Sunrise Over Ice by Rick Stringer

Sunrise Over Ice – The sun rises over East Grand Traverse Bay, blending fiery oranges and cool blues over the frozen water. A breathtaking winter morning where night fades into day. #sunrise #winterlandscape #naturephotography

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Sunrise Over Ice by Rick Stringer

Sunrise Over Ice by Rick Stringer

Moonlit Reflections on Ice – The moon rises over East Grand Traverse Bay, casting golden light across fractured ice. Deep blues of twilight meet shimmering reflections in this serene winter scene. #moonrise #winterbeauty #nightphotography

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Moonlit Reflections on Ice by Rick Stringer

Moonlit Reflections on Ice by Rick Stringer

“Fading Light on the Farm” – As dusk settles, the sky glows in blue and gold. A weathered barn stands in quiet solitude, a witness to time’s passage in the Michigan countryside. #RuralTranquility #SunsetPhotography

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Fading Light on the Farm by Rick Stringer

Fading Light on the Farm by Rick Stringer

“Twilight Over the Barn” – A weathered barn stands against time as golden light ignites the evening sky. Winter lingers in the quiet Michigan countryside, wrapped in the glow of dusk. #RusticBeauty #SunsetPhotography

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Twilight Over the Barn by Rick Stringer

Twilight Over the Barn by Rick Stringer

“Monochrome Dusk” – Stripped of color, light and shadow take center stage. Clouds, ice, and rugged shoreline create a timeless contrast as twilight fades. A moment of pure drama in black and white. #BWPhotography #Sunset

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Monochrome Dusk by Rick Stringer

Monochrome Dusk by Rick Stringer

“Twilight’s Embrace” – As day fades into night, fiery oranges and deep blues paint the Elk Rapids sky. Reflections shimmer on the icy water, capturing a fleeting moment where light and shadow meet. #MichiganSunset #NaturePhoto

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Twilights Embrace #1 by Rick Stringer

Twilights Embrace #1 by Rick Stringer

“Breaking Winter’s Hold” – As the sun sinks over the icy waters of Elk Rapids, golden light fights against winter’s chill. A fleeting moment where cold and warmth meet in perfect balance. #PureMichigan #SunsetPhotography

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Breaking Winters Hold by Rick Stringer

Breaking Winters Hold by Rick Stringer

Whispering Pines – Sunlight filters through a tranquil winter forest, casting long shadows on the snow. A soft motion effect gives the trees a dreamlike whisper, blending golden light with cool blue tones. Peaceful yet alive. #NaturePhotography #WinterScene

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Whispering Pines by Rick Stringer

Whispering Pines by Rick Stringer

“Embrace of Light” – Red tulips rise from the darkness, their petals kissed by droplets, glowing in a dance of light and shadow. A fleeting moment of spring’s brilliance. #photograph

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Embrace of Light by Rick Stringer

Embrace of Light by Rick Stringer

Winter’s Edge at Sunset – Golden light spills across the icy shore of Grand Traverse Bay as winter loosens its grip. A sun dog glows in the evening sky, hinting at the coming spring. #TraverseCity #Sunset #NaturePhotography

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“Red Dawn” – A fiery sunrise paints the sky in crimson and scarlet, contrasting against the silent, snow-covered landscape. Light bursts through the trees, creating a stunning interplay of warmth and cold. rick-stringer.pixels.com/featured/red-dawn-rick-stringer.html

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Voyage Michigan Magazine recently featured me in their Rising Stars series! In this interview, I share my journey—from airbrushing murals in LA to discovering my passion for photography. I talk about the amazing opportunities I’ve had, including photographing Craig Mitchell Smith’s glass art for his upcoming book, and how photography has become my primary artistic focus. #Photography #ArtisticJourney #VoyageMichigan #RickStringerCreative #GlassArt #traversecitymichigan

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Winter Reflections of Oleson Bridge A peaceful winter scene along the Boardman/Ottawa River Trail in Traverse City, MI. Snow-draped evergreens, a gently flowing river, and quiet reflections create a moment of calm. #NaturePhotography #TraverseCity #WinterScenery

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Winter Reflections of Oleson Bridge by Rick Stringer

Winter Reflections of Oleson Bridge by Rick Stringer

Morning Moonlight & Winter Glow As dawn awakens, the moon lingers in the crisp winter sky, casting a soft glow over snow-laden evergreens. A peaceful winter moment of light and shadow.

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Morning Moonlight and Winter Glow by Rick Stringer

Morning Moonlight and Winter Glow by Rick Stringer