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Thursday, August 31, 2023

Blue Supermoon | 08.30.2023

August Blue Supermoon | 08.30.2023
Saratoga County, New York

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Friday, August 25, 2023

Twilight Over the Tomhannock | 08.25.2023

Twilight Over the Tomhannock | 08.25.2023
Pittstown, New York

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Sky Flow: Moving Sky Over the Cohoes Falls

Sky Flow: Moving Sky Over the Cohoes Falls
Cohoes, New York

Sunday, August 20, 2023

Sky Flow: Albany Pine Bush Preserve Sunrise Time Lapse

Sky Flow: Sunrise Time Lapse, Albany Pine Bush Preserve

The Albany Pine Bush Preserve is a unique and ecologically important natural area. Spanning over 3,200 acres, this preserve offers a varied landscape of rolling sand dunes, pine-scrub forests, and wildflower meadows. Notably, it stands as one of the few remaining inland pine barrens ecosystems in the world, hosting a diverse range of rare and endangered plant and animal species, some of which are found nowhere else. The preserve's dynamic habitats are shaped by fire ecology, with controlled burns playing a crucial role in maintaining the delicate balance of this ecosystem.

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Prismatic Sunset Time Lapse | 08.15.2023

Prismatic Sunset Time Lapse | 08.15.2023
Tomhannock Reservoir, Pittstown, New York

Sunday, August 13, 2023

SKy Flow: Dawn Time Lapse in Halfmoon, New York

Sky Flow: Dawn Time Lapse in Halfmoon, New York
Halfmoon, New York

Friday, August 11, 2023

Sky Flow: Sunrise Time Lapse in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve

Sky Flow: Sunrise Time Lapse in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve
Albany, New York

Thursday, August 10, 2023

Sky Flow: Dawn Time Lapse Over the Tomhannock Reservoir

Sky Flow: Dawn Time Lapse Over the Tomhannock
Pittstown, New York

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Sky Flow: Sunset Time Lapse Over the Tomhannock

Sky Flow: Sunset Time Lapse Over the Tomhannock
Pittstown, New York

Monday, August 7, 2023

Country Roads, Summer Nights | 08.07.2023

Country Roads, Summer Nights | 08.07.2023
Grafton, New York

John Bulmer Photography Featured in the 2023 It's Here in Rensselaer Tourism Guide

Happy to add Rensselaer County Tourism and Slocum Wander Publishing to my client list. John Bulmer Photography will have several images featured in this year's It's Here in Rensselaer Tourism Guide. If you follow my work, you know promoting Rensselaer County is a cause I believe in.

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Sunday, August 6, 2023

Forest Stars : Grafton, New York

Forest Stars | 08.06.20234
Fire Flies in the Forest of Grafton, New York

The ancient Greeks associated fireflies with stars and believed they carried the light of the stars to Earth.

Saturday, August 5, 2023

Sky Flow: Dawn Time Lapse over the Tomhannock Reservoir

Friday, August 4, 2023

Lunar Spectrum

Lunar Spectrum (2023)

The moon's appearance can change color due to a phenomenon called "lunar or moon illusion." This effect is primarily caused by the moon's position relative to the horizon, the Earth's atmosphere, and our perception of size. When the moon is near the horizon, it appears larger and can take on a reddish or orange hue due to the Earth's atmosphere scattering shorter wavelengths of light, like blue and green, while allowing longer wavelengths, such as red and orange, to pass through and reach our eyes. This gives the moon a warm, colorful glow. As the moon rises higher in the sky, it appears smaller, and the color may return to its usual white or gray appearance.

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Fire Flies in the Forest of Spa State Park | 08.01.2023

Fire Flies in the Forest of Spa State Park | 08.01.2023
Saratoga Springs, New York

Monday, July 31, 2023

Skylight: Delta Aquariid Meteor

Skylight: a Delta Aquariid meteor passes over the forests of the Rensselaer Plateau at Petersburg, New York.

The Delta Aquariid meteor shower is an annual event that occurs from late July to mid-August. It is considered one of the most impressive meteor showers of the year. The meteor shower is caused by debris left behind by the comet 96P/Machholz, which orbits the Sun about every 5.3 years.

During its peak, the Delta Aquariid meteor shower can produce around 20 to 30 meteors per hour under dark and clear skies. These meteors appear to originate from the constellation Aquarius, which is how the meteor shower got its name.

Saturday, July 29, 2023

Forest Stars | 07.29.2023

Forest Stars | 07.29.2023
Grafton Lakes State Park, Grafton, New York

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Canopy: The Forest at Night | 07.26.2023

Canopy: The Forest at Night
Grafton, New York

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Monday, July 24, 2023

Colorful Lightning Strike | 07.24.2023

Color Lightning Strike | 07.24.2023
Ballston Spa, New York

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The Subtle and Complex Colors of the Milky Way

The subtle but complex colors of the Milky Way over Martin Dunham Reservoir in Grafton Lakes State Park.

The Milky Way gets its color from the combination of various stars and celestial objects that emit different wavelengths of light. The Milky Way is composed of billions of stars, along with interstellar gas and dust. The colors we see in the Milky Way are a result of the different temperatures and compositions of these stars and the interaction of their light with the surrounding interstellar matter.

Blue stars are typically hotter than red stars and emit more blue and ultraviolet light. Red stars, on the other hand, emit more red and infrared light. When we observe the Milky Way, the collective light from these stars creates a blend of colors, ranging from blue, white, and yellow to red. Additionally, interstellar dust can scatter and absorb light, affecting its color appearance. The result is the beautiful spectrum of colors that appears in photographs over a certain exposure time.

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Friday, July 21, 2023

The Edge of Day and Night | 07.21.2023

The Edge of Day and Night | 07.21.2023
Lake George, New York

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

River of Stars | 07.20.2023

River of Stars | 07.20.2023
Rensselaer Plateau

Monday, July 17, 2023

Fireflies Illuminate the Shoreline at Martin Dunham Reservoir | 07.10.2023

Fireflies Illuminate the Shoreline at Martin Dunham Reservoir | 07.10.2023
Grafton Lakes State Park, Grafton, New York

Fireflies at the Peace Pagoda | 07.17.2023

Fire Flies Climb the Stairs to the Peace Pagoda | 07.17.2023
Grafton, New York

Friday, July 14, 2023

Shelf Cloud | 07.13.2023

Shelf Cloud | 07.13.2023
Halfmoon, New York

Lightning Strike | 07.13.2023

Lightning Strike | 07.13.2023
Halfmoon, New York

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Blue + Gold | 07.11.2023

Blue + Gold | 07.11.2023
Grafton Lakes State Park, Grafton, New York

Sunday, July 9, 2023

Lightning Strike | 07.09.2023

Lightning Strike | 07.09.2023
Southern Saratoga County, New York

Saturday, July 8, 2023

Ghost Dams and Their Impacts

Fireflies Illuminate a Forgotten Ghost Dam in Grafton, New York

It's not a term you hear often: ghost dam.

Ghost dams refer to abandoned or decommissioned dams and mills that have been left without proper maintenance or removal. These hidden locations are often concealed by years of overgrowth and neglect, harboring secrets of the past. In New York State, there are hundreds of these decaying structures, silently impacting the ecological, hydrological, and cultural futures of the communities that once relied on them for industrial purposes.

Ghost dams, mills, and other decommissioned structures can disrupt natural water flows, causing changes in downstream ecosystems. These altered flow patterns have consequences for aquatic habitats, fish migration, and the overall water availability of various species. Additionally, ghost mills may have altered the landscape, resulting in habitat structure changes and affecting the local flora and fauna. This disruption of natural water flows can lead to flooding events and river fragmentation, ultimately limiting biodiversity.

Abandoned dams and mills pose water quality issues. The accumulation of sediment behind ghost dams traps pollutants, altering nutrient levels and affecting downstream water quality. Furthermore, many of these neglected sites may contain chemicals and waste that further exacerbate the environmental concerns.
While there is no straightforward solution to these remnants of a bygone era, it is crucial to acknowledge and understand their impacts. Raising awareness about the ecological, hydrological, and cultural consequences of ghost dams and mills can help initiate conversations and actions toward preserving and restoring our rivers and waterways. #FreeTheRivers

Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Mammatus | 07.04.2023

Mammatus | 07.04.2023
Saratoga County, New York

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