Fall in Virginia

Virginia is a beautiful state, especially on a crisp autumn day. What could be better than a motorcycle ride through the gorgeous countryside of pastures, woods, vineyards, and small towns, enjoying the colors, sights and scents of fall.

Photo to Black & White Image

Here are the leaf images, converted to black & white using photoshop elements. After converting the color photo to black & white, I then used a filter choice called Sketch, and within that, a "stamp" effect. Now they can be printed on paper, and the print used to create a thermofax screen for printing on fabric.

Leaves

A few days ago, I collected some fall leaves while out for a walk. After pressing in a phone book to flatten them, I pulled them out today and took photos, with the intent of turning them into thermofax screens.

Marvelous Mushrooms

Found these marvelous mushrooms in the woods behind my house today.  I have never seen such large clusters or all the ruffly edges.  They are quite firm, not nearly as delicate as they look.