Spent a few hours working in the creek I played in as a child. It was the first time I’d been there to stone balance. The leaves were past peak and the waters were a little brown from recent rains, but the stones and experience was very good 🙂
rock yoga
River day in October
Hard to believe the beautiful days recently. The unseasonable weather allowed for one more day of swimming and hanging out along the river in Connellsville. With a high near 80°F, it was hard to pass up the opportunity to take advantage. It may have been the last time to enjoy whats normally revered as summer activities, but time will tell. Soon enough I’ll be in my neoprene waders and going into winter mode… For now it’s wader free for me. ❤
July Limited Edition Print
Limited Edition Print, July 2015
There will be only 5 signed and numbered prints of this image. #1 already has a home with #2-5 currently available. Contact me by filling out the form below the image if interested in owning one of the remaining 4. This balance was created along Meadow Run in Ohiopyle State Park, PA
After the storm, Ohiopyle State Park 6_9_2015
A recent lightning storm had me running for cover from Meadow Run creek leaving a started, but unfinished balance. I stashed the rocks and returned the following day to finish what I had begun the day before. A massive top rock finished off what would become a personal favorite for 2015.
Winter, a stone balancing wonderland
During the past week winter has a put a hard grip on the Laurel Highlands region of Pennsylvania. Many of the normal water sources I frequent have become mostly covered in ice. These conditions make the task of delicately balancing stones slightly more difficult, but just as much fun. I enjoy every experience balancing in nature and am always excited to pack a few extra items and heading out to create. Winter is a wonderful time to be out. How can it not put a smile on your face? Everything is blanketed in snow and open areas of water still contain the basic elements. In simplicity, stones and the motivational energy of the natural environment. It’s hard not to be creative when immersed in what winter provides. Yes the elements are real and they don’t go unnoticed. Hands do get wet and cold despite which gloves are worn, toes do get uncomfortable even with toe heaters and insulated waders. These items are necessary allowing me to sit almost motionless in an icy body of water. Usually the cold is noticed after the intense concentration is no longer aimed at the stones which are now in they’re new balanced form, a changed entity with a different appearance from all angles. Along with its independent beauty, winter truly compliments a completed balance and adds a different dimension to photos when compared to those taken during the other three seasons. I enjoy sharing my photos for the world to critique whether is be good or bad. The most important critique is my own… The most valuable part is the time spent alone, learning about myself, the natural elements and being truthful to my passion. Here are balances from my recent outings.
Youghiogheny River, Ohiopyle State Park PA
Jacob’s Creek, Laurelville PA
Jacob’s Creek, Laurelville PA
Cucumber Run, Ohiopyle State Park PA
Meadow Run, Ohiopyle State Park PA
Jacob’s Creek, Laurelville PA
Jacob’s Creek, Laurelville PA
Jacob’s Creek, Laurelville PA
Linn Run State Park, Rector PA
January 20, 2015 Stone Balancing
I spent a few morning hours at nearby Linn Run state park, PA. It was about 28° upon arrival upstream from the Adam’s falls parking area. The air seemed warm compared to the much colder low teens I’ve been out balancing in recently. I was anxious to get to balancing stones. I found a spot near a pool below some currents that seemed to speak to me. I set my kit down and noticed a very cool ice formation in a small puddle of water beside my packs resting location. It appeared to be the imprint of a fern, but upon closer inspection it revealed to be the early formation of ice crystals. I shot a few photos and started selecting stones to balance. Fortunately I did, because the air temperature warmed up enough to turn the crystals back into liquid form erasing the beautiful formation.
After about an hour of working my chosen stones, I was able to assemble this temporary stone balance sculpture.
KeyStone Balance 