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Discover Nature and History on the Hohenstaufen Hike

As you embark on the autumn circular hike around Hohenstaufen Castle, be sure to keep an eye out for the vibrant climbing plants that adorn the coniferous fores...

When Geese Attack: A Photographer's Tale

My former neighbors, a nice family with a very kind old lady, raised geese. One day I was allowed to take pictures of the geese, but one goose in particular did...

A Moment with a Mouflon Lamb

This captivating photograph showcases a young mouflon, its mesmerizing gaze and soulful eyes holding me spellbound. I surmise that this little lamb was mere day...

A climber entwined around a dead tree

Photo taken during an autumn hike in the Hohenstaufen area. The hike led over hill and dale with a view of Hohenstaufen Castle. The area is very rural and beaut...

A Hike in Remstal in Memory of My Mother

On my mother's birthday, I decided to take a hike in the Remstal region. I brought my dog along and we ventured into the vineyards and nature, enjoying the pano...

Wacholderberg Blossoms (First Digital)

My first foray into digital photography happened in Höpfigheim, on the Wacholderberg. It was just a short walk - less than two minutes from my house back then. ...

Höpfigheim in Bloom

Back then, I was still living in a house in Höpfigheim. The house bordered directly on nature, a nature reserve, and I loved going out into nature there. I regu...

Autumn Hike at the Foot of Hohenstaufen on the Ostalb

October air filled my lungs as I hiked in Germany's Ostalb district in 2012. The route took me through valleys and over mountains, with Hohenstaufen Castle a co...

My Experience at CSD Stuttgart: A Tribute to Community Spirit

Attending the Christopher Street Day (CSD) in Stuttgart was an experience I cherish, one that I undertook on behalf of the Kwick Community. At the time, I volun...

Exploring Color Key: A Photo Journey Through Ostalb's Mushroom Wonderland

I edited the photo of the fly agaric mushroom without spots that was taken during a hike in the Ost-Alb district here in Photoshop Elements. Just a quick remind...

Hedgehog Encounter: A Tale from Höpfigheim

During my time living in a house with a garden in Höpfigheim, with direct access to a nature reserve and over 4 km of natural surroundings behind the house, thi...

Enigmatic Encounter: The Dotless Fly Agaric

Fly agaric without dots. The fly agaric had no dots, which left me somewhat puzzled. I've never seen a fly agaric without dots on its cap before. On my dog's bi...

Ebnisee: Strolling Along the Lakeside on a Clear Winter Day

In the enchanting embrace of January 2014, a pristine winter day beckoned me to Lake Ebnisee, accompanied by my loyal four-legged friend. Strangely, the day did...

Capturing Moments: CSD Stuttgart Memories

Here's another photo I took back at the Christopher Street Day in Stuttgart for Kwick. It was a pleasant day, albeit very hot. I snapped this picture while I wa...

Snapshot in Heilbronn: Capturing Memories

Christopher Sculpture at the southern main portal of the Kilianskirche in Heilbronn. I took this photo while I was waiting for someone, waiting in vain, and wal...

Chickens in Formation: A Humorous Army Encounter

Have you ever witnessed something so unexpected and amusing that it instantly transported you back to a different time and place? Picture this: a serene walk by...

Impressions from Christopher Street Day: Capturing the Spirit of CSD Stuttgart

During my time at Christopher Street Day in Stuttgart, I was captivated by these three lovely ladies. I was so taken by their presence that I immediately approa...

Frosty Memories: Capturing Höpfigheim's First Frost

Frozen dew on a nettle leaf. This photo was taken with my old Minolta Dynax 5 in November 2009, when the first frost arrived. Back then, when I still lived in H...

Encounter with a Toad: A Late Night Tale

The Same Toad, or the Same Photo in Black and White. A toad on the street in Remshalden that I nearly stepped on one late night as I was heading home. Photo Det...

Encounter in the Darkness: Rediscovering the Earth Toad

Earth Toad, Bufo bufo, the creature I nearly crushed underfoot. It was deep into the night, back when I resided in Rems-Murr district and was making my way home...