Art In The Ozarks A look back on 2015 in photography by thomas leonard
As a photojournalist, my job is to shoot video and stills that faithfully capture real life, the events that happen in the lives of my community, and the splendor of where I live, which is the Ozarks.
But this project is a little different. At the end of 2015, I wanted to take a look back at some of my favorite pictures and post them online. However, in a moment made up of equal parts boredom and desire for doing something different, I decided upon taking up a project that was a little more creative. I decided to take my favorite photos over this past year and give them an artistic (?) touch. I hope you enjoy!
Winter
Winter Stroll Through Nathanael Greene Park, Springfield, Mo.
House Fire
Spring
Transition to Spring at Busiek State Forest
Lake Springfield
Downtown Springfield
Nighttime In The Ozarks
Ward Branch Creek, South Springfield
Summer
Fireflies
Sunrise Over The Finley River
Top of the Rock Chapel
Fiery Sunset Over Springfield
Milky Way Over Elkhead, Mo.
Autumn
Ha Ha Tonka State Park
Northwest Arkansas - Lost Valley
Northwest Arkansas - Hawksbill Crag
Springfield Nature Center
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
The Ozarks
Prairie State Park
Lakeside Wilderness Area, Branson, Mo.
Sunflower Farm, Willard, Mo.
Roaring River State Park
Ward Branch Creek, South Springfield
Old Iron Bridge, Lake Springfield
Lake Springfield
Parting Shots
I'm looking forward to all that 2016 has to offer. Happy New Year!
- Thomas