Valerie Manne

Thank you @aoc.bsky.social & @sanders.senate.gov for taking the lead on inspiring mobilization. What we’re dealing with requires collective power. #montana #fightoligarchy

Grass in a unique orange and red hues with a freckled pattern

My favorite detail in seeing and feeling the first signs of autumn. #nature #naturephotography

A rainbow of alpine flowers #wildflowers #nature #naturephotography

A feast for the eyes

Columns of pine trees emerge from a blanket of golden flowers along the forest floor.

Columns of pine trees emerge from a blanket of golden flowers along the forest floor. #wildflowers #nature #naturephotogtaphy

Golden hour light illuminates a particular spot of bilberry foliage

Noticing the details and trying to capture them through photography is my favorite way to experience nature. #nature #naturephotography

I intended to try a new stained glass technique on this window panel. Although the new method didn’t work out, I knew I could finish it with the old method as a backup plan. I’m pretty happy with the outcome, and think I’m getting better at soldering.
#stainedglasswindows #stainedglassartist

Low and golden arctic sun with some diamond dust in the air. #lapland #riisitunturi #finland

Waterfall with sun setting through the trees

Reminiscing the charming tiny Finnish town of Käylä where we stayed on our trip. It seemed like an active community of retirees, and I told Mitch I’d like to retire there. They light this park, Käylänkoski, and parts of the town with 500 ice candles. I can only imagine how sweet of a sight would be.

Just a couple of snow bunnies skiing through an arctic landscape

Love that motivation. Beautiful work, as always

They say to create art in dark times. Although this wasn’t in direct response to the news, it was a welcomed distraction: creating an illuminated walk through the woods.

In case you need something peaceful to watch amongst all the noise. #waxwing #birds

Too cute not to try a little sketch

Needed this today ✨