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Wielding Logic

@wieldinglogic.com

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Wielder of logic. Programming since the late 70s. I photograph many birds, which likely will be the majority of content for my posts. All photos are my own. #birding #nature #photography #dev #c++ More photos @ https://flickr.com/photos/wielding_pixels

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 11d

Another Bumblebee along the trail.

#bee #bees #bumblebee #nature #naturephotography #photography #catskills #pollinator

A close-up photograph shows a fuzzy bee perched on a small purple wildflower. The bee’s body is mostly black with a patch of pale yellow fuzz on its back, and its translucent wings catch the light. It clings to the yellow center of the flower, which is surrounded by narrow lavender petals that radiate outward. The background is filled with soft green leaves and stems, some in focus and some blurred, giving a natural, garden-like setting. The image captures a quiet, detailed moment of the bee feeding or gathering pollen.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 12d

There were plenty of Orange-belted Bumblebees working hard along the trail today.

#bee #bees #pollinators #nature #naturephotography #photography #catskills #flowers

A close-up photograph shows a fuzzy bee nestled among a dense cluster of bright yellow flowers. The bee’s body is covered in fine hair, with a mix of pale and dark patches and a band of warm orange near its middle. Its translucent wings catch the light and fold neatly along its back. Around it, the small star-shaped blossoms fill nearly the entire frame, creating a vivid, textured background of yellow petals and green stems.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 12d

A Common Yellowthroat with a #Beakful
#BirdOfTheDay #bird #birding #birds #warbler #photography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #catskills

A small bird with soft grayish-brown upper feathers and bright yellow on its chest is perched among green leaves. It holds a vivid green insect in its beak, the insect’s long antennae trailing outward. The bird’s dark, round eye reflects the light, giving it a lively look. The background is a blur of green foliage, making the bird and its catch stand out clearly in the center of the image.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 16d

A Palm Warbler caught me catching him.

#bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #catskills #migration #photography

A small bird is perched among dense green leaves on a tree branch, partially hidden by the foliage. Its body faces forward while its head is tilted slightly upward, giving the impression that it’s peering curiously out from its leafy hiding spot. The sunlight highlights its chest, revealing a soft, pale yellow color. Around it, the leaves are a mix of healthy green and some with brown, curled edges, and there’s a shriveled dark fruit clinging to the branch. The background is a clear blue sky with softly blurred patches of greenery.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 17d

A Shadow Darner along the trail.

#dragonfly #dragonflies #insect #insects #catskills #photography #nature #naturephotography #alongthetrail

The photo shows a close, top-down view of a dragonfly perched on a thin twig among bright green leaves. Its delicate, transparent wings are spread wide and catch the light, revealing a fine lacework of veins. The insect’s long, segmented body runs straight down the center of the frame, displaying a pattern of alternating dark and pale markings. Its large, rounded eyes face forward near the top, giving it an alert look. The background is softly blurred, making the dragonfly stand out sharply in focus.

Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 18d

This little jumping spider likes the top of my monitor. I guess because it is warm. It watches me throughout the day.

#spider #spiders #arachnid #photography

Close-up of a small, hairy spider seen from the front. Its large, glossy central eyes dominate its face, surrounded by fine bristles. The front legs are bent and held forward, and the background is blurred, drawing attention to the spider’s detailed features.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 19d

Just hanging around the Western Catskills.

#spider #spiders #arachnid #nature #naturephotography #photography

A small spider hangs upside down from a single silk thread, showing off its shiny reddish-brown body with a white stripe. The background is softly blurred, making the spider stand out clearly.

Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 26d

Heading to the next flower.

#bee #bees #nature #naturephotography #photography #forestpark #queensnyc #flowers #pollinator

A large bee hovers in midair among a cluster of bright pink and magenta flowers. Its fuzzy yellow head and thorax contrast with its smooth, shiny black abdomen, which faces the camera directly. The bee’s wings are extended and blurred in motion, giving the sense of active flight as it approaches a flower. Surrounding blossoms and green leaves fill the frame, creating a vivid, colorful background that emphasizes the bee’s presence at the center.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 26d

I never do, but some of the bird photographers I hang out with only care about warblers and other migrating species. I only see these people in the spring and fall. I am out there all year round, and I find Northern Cardinal photographs are best in the winter when they really stand out. Soon..

Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · 27d

As the fall migration is slowing down here in the Northeast, it is time to start giving the love back to our year-round residents, including this Northern Cardinal.

#birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #citybirds #queensnyc

A bright red bird is perched on a branch surrounded by green leaves. Its feathers are full and slightly fluffed, giving it a round, soft look. The bird’s crest rises slightly on top of its head, and its short, thick beak stands out in a pale orange color. Behind it, the background is softly blurred, filled with light greens and hints of white, making the bird appear sharp and vivid in the foreground. The scene feels calm and natural, with the bird resting quietly among the branches.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 20

A Red-tailed Hawk landed in front of us as we were walking in Forest Park and gave us a stern look as if to warn us not to pass. We continued on our path without incident.

#bird #birds #birdphotography #raptor #hawk #naturephotography #nature #wildife #wildlifephotography #photography #citybirds

A large bird of prey is perched on the jagged tip of a broken tree trunk in the forest. It faces directly toward the camera, with sharp yellow eyes locked in a piercing stare. Its chest is white with bold brown streaks, while its wings and back are darker brown. The sunlight highlights its feathers, giving them a glossy sheen. The background is a blur of green foliage, with dappled light filtering through, and some colorful graffiti faintly visible on a wall or surface to the right. The overall mood is striking—calm but intense, as the bird stands alert and regal in its woodland setting.

Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 16

The Turkey Vultures are circling overhead along the trail.

#bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #catskills #raptor #vulture

Two large dark birds are soaring high against a clear blue sky. Their wings are spread wide, showing long feathers with slightly upturned tips. One bird on the left is more clearly visible, its head turned slightly downward, while the bird on the right appears slightly farther away and angled differently. The photo captures the open, airy feeling of the sky with the birds gliding effortlessly.

Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 16

Buzz Buzzzzz...

#bee #flower #bumblebee #nature #naturephotography #photography #queensnyc #forestpark

A close-up photo shows a large pink-orange flower in full bloom, its petals layered outward in soft curves. At the center of the flower, a fuzzy black-and-yellow bee is perched, bent over as it collects nectar from the small yellow florets. The bee’s delicate wings glisten in the sunlight. The background is a soft blur of green, keeping the focus on the vibrant flower and the busy insect.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 14

There is a reason they call it a Butterfly Bush.

#nature #naturephotography #photography #butterfly #butterflies #insect #insects #flowers #monarch

This photo shows a butterfly resting on a cluster of vivid purple flowers. Its wings are open, displaying bold orange and black patterns with white speckles along the edges. Sunlight catches the wings, making them almost glow. In the background, slightly out of focus, another butterfly can be seen on a similar flower, giving a sense of depth and liveliness to the scene. The overall mood is bright and vibrant, with strong contrasts between the orange wings and the rich purple blossoms.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 13

A Wood Thrush standing out along the trail.

#bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #queensnyc #forestpark

The photo shows a bird standing on the forest floor among dry leaves and small green plants. It has a bright reddish-brown back, wings, and crest of feathers on its head, which give it a slightly spiky look. Its chest and belly are white, heavily marked with bold dark spots. The bird has a large, dark eye and a slender beak, giving it an alert expression. The background is softly blurred, filled with earthy browns and greens, keeping the focus on the bird.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 13

Passing by a Differential Grasshopper on my morning walk.

#nature #naturephotography #grasshopper #insect #insects #photography #queensnyc

The photo shows a grasshopper resting on a flat gray surface, possibly concrete. Its body is mostly brown with some greenish and tan tones, and it has long, slender orange antennae. The insect’s strong back legs are folded beneath it, showing the striped pattern and spines typical of grasshoppers. Its wings are tucked neatly along its back, and the texture of its body and legs stands out in sharp detail. In the background, there’s a blurred pale stone that frames the scene.

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Willa Bassen Music @willabassenmusic.bsky.social · Sep 7

So excited to be playing at 76 House this Friday, (9/12) with Steve Gelfand on bass and Jon Peretz on drums. No cover. 110 Main St., Tappan, NY. 7-10pm. #livemusic #livejazz

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 3

My first spotting of a Yellow-throated Vireo along the trail.

#bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #citybirds #queens #forestpark

A small bird is perched on a slender branch surrounded by bright green leaves. Its head and throat glow a vivid yellow, while its belly is clean white. The wings and back are gray with fine black-and-white patterns, giving a sharp contrast to the yellow face. The bird is holding onto the branch with both feet, its body angled slightly downward, and its dark eye is framed by a fine black ring. The background is full of fresh green foliage, softly blurred, making the bird’s colors stand out clearly.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 2

They are solitary and easily missed since they will probably be low to or on the ground or fallen trees. They are often mistaken for a wasp which usually makes people move away and lose interest in investigating further.

Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 2

A Sculptured Resin Bee along the trail.

#bee #bees #insect #insectes #nature #naturephotography #photography #forestpark #queensnyc

The photo shows a close-up of a small insect resting on rough, textured wood. Its body is sleek and dark, with a shiny, almost metallic surface. The head is rounded with large, glossy eyes and slender antennae curving forward. Its wings are folded neatly along its back, translucent with a faint brownish tint and fine vein patterns. The legs are thin but sturdy, gripping the uneven wood surface. The background is blurred, drawing attention to the insect’s detailed body and the rugged bark it clings to.

Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Sep 1

A juvenile Carolina Wren looking a little grumpy this morning.

#bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #citybirds #forestpark #queens #nyc

A small, fluffy bird is perched on a slender branch surrounded by bright green leaves. Its round body and soft feathers make it look almost ball-shaped. The bird is facing directly toward the camera with a slightly stern expression, giving it a grumpy appearance as it grips the branch with its tiny feet.

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Willa Bassen Music @willabassenmusic.bsky.social · Aug 31

Post-Labor Day, my trio gets back to business at Grasso's this coming Friday, 9-5-25, with long-time friend Rick Corwin sitting in on drums. Can't wait. 6:30-10pm. 134 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, NY. No cover. #livemusic #livejazz #grassos

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Aug 30

A Black-and-White Warbler hanging around along the trail.

#bird #birds #birding #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #queens #nyc #citybirds #migration #forestpark

The photo shows a small bird clinging upside-down to a thin branch. Its body is pressed close to the branch, with its head pointing downward and its beak slightly tilted toward the tree trunk. The bird’s pale underside contrasts with darker markings along its wings and back. Its legs and claws grip firmly, showing strong balance in this inverted position. Sunlight filters through the surrounding green leaves, creating bright highlights and soft shadows, while a single curled yellow leaf adds a splash of contrasting color near the bird. The background is a blur of green, giving the scene a calm, natural feel.

Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Aug 25

Ruby-throated Hummingbird interpretive dance.

#bird #birds #birding #hummingbird #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #catskills

A small bird perches along a slender branch, its body angled low against the twig. Its wings are stretched outward and partly open, fanning delicate feathers that catch the light in shades of dark gray with pale edges. The back glimmers with iridescent green, while the underside is soft grayish-white. Its long, straight bill points forward as if testing the air, but the posture is relaxed, more like a deep stretch than flight. Behind, the background melts into a blur of glowing green leaves and soft shadows, giving the scene a calm, sun-dappled atmosphere.

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Wielding Logic @wieldinglogic.com · Aug 23

A very large, very serious Groundhog watching me as a drive up the road towards the house.

#groundhog #woodchuck #marmot #nature #naturephotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #catskills

A furry, round-bodied animal is stretched out low to the ground at the edge of a paved surface. Its coat is a mix of gray and brown with a hint of rust coloring on its chest. The head is lifted slightly, showing dark eyes, small rounded ears, and a blunt snout. Behind it, tall grasses and wildflowers—yellow, pink, and white—fill the background, giving a sense of a lively summer meadow. The animal looks alert but calm, blending the edge of the open ground with the thick greenery.