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LOVELY LAST DAY...Our second snow coach day was a standout favorite! As we went into the park, a thick hoarfrost covered everything, making the scenery extra magical. There were swans and ducks on the Madison River, and the hardy bison trudged along in the snow, as we made our way further into the park with the destination of Yellowstone River Canyon. Three different views of the Upper and Lower Yellowstone Falls were certainly worth the chilly walks outside the coach, and we stopped to enjoy our boxed deli lunches near Chittenden Bridge, overlooking the beautiful Yellowstone River.Perhaps it was even more special to us because we knew that it would be our last time to soak in the crisp, bright, beautiful winter views that we had enjoyed throughout our journey. We found ourselves already discussing the possibilities of returning here or perhaps taking in Glacier or Yosemite in future winters. Time will tell, but we left the next morning feeling that we had made a good decision to once again enjoy Yellowstone during January!If you would like to have any of our Yellowstone in winter images for your home, we can make that happen. Custom orders placed by the end of January, will receive a 20% discount off of our normal gallery pricing. Choose your size, format, and frame. We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all of our work and would love to work with you on a special photographic art piece for your home. Contact us for details.
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Beautiful!
Recommend The Glacier Express in Switzerland in prime winter months.
Yellowstone National Park's west entrance cannot be accessed by car during the winter season. Visitors may walk in, take a snowmobile tour, or a snow coach tour to the interior of the park. There are two snow coach routes, one to Old Faithful and the other to Yellowstone Canyon. It's a long day because you're on the coach from dawn until dusk, but well worth the investment of both time and money. Today's pictures are from our first snow coach day, starting the morning along the Madison River where we saw the park wake up and enjoyed a lot of frosty trees and snow scenes. In addition to Old Faithful, we saw Gibbons Falls and Firehole Falls.
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Your pictures are gorgeous. ♥️
Wow!
Amazing! I have never been there in the winter Thanks for sharing
SPONTANEITY PAYS!After relocating to West Yellowstone, we decided at the last minute to get up and out early and spend the day on a journey to the Grand Tetons. It ended up being our favorite day! These images capture our adventure from before dawn to dark. It was a day we'll always remember...made better, I think, because it wasn't planned.
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Gorgeous images, and what a wonderful day you had! That’s such a beautiful drive, and it looks like you had it all to yourselves for the most part…even better!
Awesome photos.
Great photos 👍
We're actually headed home later today, so the remaining pictures from this winter Yellowstone adventure will be coming from Knoxville over the next couple of days. It's been a very good experience, and we've enjoyed both the rest days and the active days. Now we turn our thoughts and plans back to Tanzania since it's only a month until we leave with our February guests.
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Beautiful photos.
An amazing couple filled with peace and joy to enjoy the world. Inquiry--what have been your careers and backgrounds?
I'm excited about your next Tanzania. Adventure! Those lucky participants!!! Love the photos of Yellowstone. Thanks for sharing your adventure
MOVING DAY!We spent the first half of our time located just outside the north entrance of Yellowstone (in Emigrant) where we could access Lamar Valley and Mammoth Hot Springs. It was the perfect spot for us to enjoy that portion of the park and take advantage of some high quality rest when in the cabin. Half way through our trip (January 11th) was moving day when we relocated to the west entrance, staying in the small town of West Yellowstone. Today's images range from our last look at the great Yellowstone River view from the cabin to the trip through Livingston, Bozeman, Big Sky and on to West Yellowstone. It was a gorgeous day, and I love to take pictures from the car, so almost all of these were shot while we were on the move. The terrain, especially the snow pack, changed quite a bit over the 3 hour drive. We went from the beautiful mountain views of the Absaroka range through the city of Bozeman and then through the Gallatin River Gorge, where the forested hills on both sides of the road were covered with snow...stunningly beautiful.
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Beautiful country!
Thank you!! I needed this little boost of stunning beauty this morning. Always enjoy following along on your adventures!!🥰
So beautiful.
PhotosAlmost to the northeast entrance at the end of Lamar Valley, a great view awaits before exiting the park and driving on to Cooke City. (And perhaps a cup of coffee and fresh cinnamon roll!)
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A few more images from our last morning at our Emigrant cabin, north of Yellowstone, and our last day in Lamar Valley.
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Beautiful! I’m curious if the road is open through the park to get to Jackson.
Yellowstone is known for a lot of things, but possibly the most familiar image from this incredible place is the American bison. If you have spent much time in the park, you have likely been stopped in a bison jam as these huge, majestic creatures saunter down the road, either coming toward you or walking the same direction you're going. Opportunities may arise to put down your window and come eye to eye with a bison. If I have a chance, I love to try to get these shots! These were from our last day in Lamar Valley, accessed from the north entrance.
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My sister has a house in Red Lodge (outside of Yellowstone) I forwarded you pictures to her as they are really, really good!
Wow just amazing beautiful but dangerous to
The bison’s eyes are piercing!!! I love these!!!
This is Doug reporting 😊We’ve finished the 2027 Tanzania safari flyer for Instinct Tours — and the first spots are already filling (two guests confirmed, several more interested!).These are small-group, thoughtfully paced safaris led by Arnold Makinda and his amazing team — with time for wildlife, photography, and real immersion.We’d love to have you join us on one of the four 2027 departures. All shares truly appreciated — thank you for your support!
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What a beautiful capture of beautiful beasts!
Great photo Marcy!! <3 it.
No, the Tetons were not in our plans for this trip, but we had an open day and decided at the last minute to make the six hour round trip to hang out for about five hours in one of our favorite places. No regrets, just a great adventure!
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Glad you got to make the trip down there. Hopefully you’ll get to see a fox, which is how we met several years ago.
Can’t say I blame you! The Tetons are one of my most favorite ranges in the world❤️
Living vicariously through you & your wonderful, adventurous spirit!! Love your photo travelogue and narratives!
Checking in from our new location in West Yellowstone where we have MUCH MORE SNOW!
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We were there the other day?
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Nice!!!
A leisurely drive along Old Yellowstone Trail searching for eagles and elk only yielded a few landscapes, but it was enjoyable anyway.
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Wow amazing thanks so much for sharing
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Although we've been to Yellowstone in the winter before, we had never visited Mammoth Hot Springs during this season until yesterday. I was shocked how enjoyable it was for me to photograph this location! The colors and steamy mist rising from the hot springs was such a beautiful sight in the light we had. These pictures are probably not that appealing to many, but I love them! The compositions were endless. What amazing abstract beauty can be seen in our natural world.
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One wouldn’t be able to appreciate how beautiful it looks unless seen in the summer/fall. Really beautiful -almost surreal😎
Absolutely stunning
So cool!
Yesterday we were in the company of a couple hundred bison for 45 minutes or so. It started out with us being the third car back, following them on the road. They were taking their time, occupying the whole road, and sauntering along, so cars ahead were trying to find a chance to get around them. Meanwhile we were taking pictures and video out of the car windows and windshield trying to capture the moment.Finally the cars ahead of us moved on, and it was our turn. Our plan was to try to go down the road to a pull off where we could station ourselves in the event that they continued on the route by the road. We found our spot, got out of the car, and positioned ourselves just in time. At this point, they seemed to split three ways...through the woods, up a hill, and down the middle of the road. I could hardly believe our luck as we took so many pictures of them running fast, loping along, and slow walking past where we were.We didn't even need our long lenses because they were so close. Admittedly, there were a couple of tense moments when we jumped in the car in a hurry as a few of the really big ones gave us a stare, but we were never really in danger with the car being right there and our doors standing open.It was one of the most amazing wildlife encounters we have ever had because there were so many, and they just kept coming and coming.
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Oh wow! What an amazing experience😵💫 They’re such majestic, humble animals. What a bridge to our past🥰
Pretty cool!❤️
The snow really makes them stand out in the shots!! Beautiful!!
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JUST TOO FAR AWAY! Photographed three coyotes yesterday fighting over a carcass a long ways out in the field. Posting this picture, even though it's only two of the three, because I like that I was able to capture the "snarly look" on the face of the one on the right. Shooting like this is difficult even with a long wildlife lens, and I delete many more shots than I'm able to keep. But I can never resist the challenge, even though I know I'll be lucky if I get anything at all worth keeping.
WEATHER AND WILDLIFE!We spent about six hours in the park yesterday, and weather was much more prevalent than wildlife. Although park access is very limited during this time of year, we saw great swings in both temperature and precipitation as we made our way through Lamar Valley to Cook City and back. Wildlife sightings were infrequent, but we have high hopes for today.Hope you enjoy this first look at Yellowstone in winter, 2026!
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Beautiful shots! Go back in Spring (May) when the animals have had their young. It's amazing!
Amazing scenery and wildlife.
Beautiful Marcy! If you and Doug are still in the area, you’re welcome to visit us in Boise.
We are all settled in our cabin just outside of Yellowstone National Park (Gardiner entrance) and are looking forward to getting out and exploring today. Disappointed to see very little snow where we are, but winds are howling! We were so tired that we slept 10 straight hours last night, a very unusual occurrence for us. 🙂Before we begin posting Yellowstone images, though, I'd like to remind everyone that we are now signing up guests for our four 2027 trips to Tanzania. We are so excited to already have 8 guests for the May/June safari, so if you want to get in on that adventure, it's time to be seriously thinking about it and letting us know. We are limiting trips to 15 passengers in order to preserve the small group quality of each adventure. Dates are as follows:February 5 - 15 and February 26 - March 8...These two safaris take place during the GREEN SEASON when landscapes are lush and green, and we see many wildlife babies with their mamas.May 28 - June 7…Our COOL SEASON safari, with mild, pleasant temperatures and beautiful weather. August 20 - 30...MIGRATION HIGHLIGHTS safari when we see huge herds of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara River in Kenya, concluding the latter stages of the Great Migration. A $2000 per person deposit will hold your spot, with balance due 90 days before departure. Tanzania was listed as one of the top ten world-wide destinations going into 2026, and we certainly understand why!If you've been hoping for the perfect time to go with us, 2027 may just be your year. Arnold Makinda and Instinct Tours are waiting to welcome you to their country, and Doug and I will help you get there, assisting with every aspect of preparation. Please don't hesitate to contact us with questions, concerns, or comments. You will join many others who continue to tell us that this trip was the best adventure of their lives!(Enjoy images below of a dik-dik, the smallest antelope in the world, who mates for life and often crosses our path on safari. Also, the lilac breasted roller continues to be the most beautiful bird I have ever seen, and a pair of barbets spotted in the Lake Ndutu area of the Serengeti, where we visit exclusively during the February safaris.)instincttours.com #safariadventure #safariphotography #tanzania #tanzaniasafari #africansafari #marcysphotojourney #TanzaniaAdventure marcysphotography.com
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Yellowstone bound! (We’re more excited than we look.)
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Blessings!!!🥰
I love Yellowstone! Hope you have a great trip. I’ll be watching for photos!😊
Safe travels!
As we begin preparing for our Tanzania 2027 adventures, an unusual opportunity has presented itself for this coming June. Two of our guests who were planning to join us have had to postpone their trip until 2027, so TWO SPOTS HAVE OPENED UP. June is a very pleasant season to enjoy all that Tanzania has to offer, due to extremely pleasant temperatures and perfect skies. Animals are abundant, and migration is already well underway often providing some unique sightings, like the pictures posted below which were taken last June.If you have any interest in being a part of this great journey (June 11-25), please let us know ASAP. There's still plenty of time to get plans in place, obtain your visa, and schedule flights. Another bonus is that our group is relatively small, resulting in a very personal experience, more like a private safari.With a $2000 deposit, your place is reserved, and we can postpone full payment until 30 days before departure. Has Africa been calling you? THINK ABOUT IT!
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Sounds awesome. Tim and I are interested. Can you please e-mail me the particulars? Gale
As we bid farewell to 2025, Doug and I would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of the friends and customers of Marcy's Photo Journey. We started this little family business in the fall of 2018 as a response to a few followers on my personal Facebook page who were interested in purchasing prints for their homes. We never could have imagined at that time that it would grow into two brick and mortar galleries, an Etsy shop (just had our 100th sale on Etsy yesterday), and a steady stream of sales through our website. Tanzania was a far away place we had only heard about, although safari travel had always been a dream of this animal lover.Fast forward to the present, and we find ourselves doing many things we love as we continue our photography pursuits, travel, and escort others to Tanzania, where we have found dear ones who we now think of as family. We have found our "mission," here in the latter years of our lives, as we dedicate ourselves to the task of improving the lives of students at Unity School. We truly marvel as we see God doing big things there and providing the right people at just the right time to assist us in this endeavor.We want to thank each one of you who have honored us by buying our wall art, cards, or calendars. I can hardly believe that there are now several hundred people who have our pictures hanging in their homes! Thank you for your prayers, kind comments, and encouraging smiles over these past six years. We love seeing familiar faces at art shows, festivals, and in our galleries, and we want you to know that we don't take you for granted.To all of you who have traveled with us once, twice, or even three times now to Tanzania, you have become close friends that we cherish and will never forget. Thank you for trusting us and Instinct Tours and sharing some very precious moments with us half way around the world. We hold you dear in our hearts and have so many fond remembrances of our times together.Where will 2026 take us? We hope to continue to be healthy and able to do all of the things we enjoy doing. It is our hope that there are even bigger and better things ahead of us, but only God knows what our future holds. Next Tuesday, we begin next year's travel adventures with a trip to Yellowstone, and we'll be leaving for our eighth trip to Tanzania with a group of nine in mid-February. We wish for you, our customers, friends, and family, a fantastic 2026 . Thank you for becoming part of us! MAY GOD'S PROTECTION, DIRECTION, AND BLESSINGS BE PRESENT EACH DAY IN YOUR HOMES AND FAMILIES.
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May God shine his blessings on you! Happy New Year to you both!! Hope 2026 does marvelous things for us all!! <3
Happy New Year!🎆
Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas! We are so thankful for Jesus, the greatest gift. Blessings to all of you from our family on this wonderful day.
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Our gallery at Painted Tree Boutiques is refreshed and restocked! Hoping you’ll include Marcy’s Photo Journey in your Christmas shopping plans. Consider the gift of beautiful art for someone on your list this year. It’s a choice that keeps on giving long after the holiday season is over.
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IT'S CHRISTMAS MARKET DAY AT Grit & Grace Market!!! Visit over 100 shoppes inside and enjoy outside vendors as well on this very special day that only happens once a year. DEEP DISCOUNTS are available at our gallery inside the store. Take 20% off all greeting cards, boxed card collections, 2026 calendars, matted prints, and wall art (includes framed metals and canvases. ENJOY 30% OFF EVERYTHING CHRISTMAS AND FALL. Our sale prices will be honored through Monday, but you'll want to come while selection is best, so the sooner, the better. See just a small sampling of art work currently in inventory below:
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We could not be more pleased! Giving Tuesday donations for Unity School totaled $8700!! This does include some ongoing monthly support designated specifically for food (school lunches) that arrived along with some new pledges and donations.THANK YOU PHOTO JOURNEY FAMILY FOR YOUR GENEROUS GIVING. Great things are already being done at the school, and the future is bright. If you intended to donate but did not get it in yesterday, it is not too late! Doug and I will be going back to Tanzania in February to see all that has been accomplished recently. We can hardly wait!
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Enjoy 25% OFF ALL WALL ART today at marcysphotography.com! Our website now has almost 6000 images to choose from, and I'm confident you'll find something that is perfect for your home or office.
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THE BIG CATS ARE CALLING YOU TO TANZANIA! As most of you probably know by now, Doug and I have been working with Arnold Makinda of Instinct Tours to bring our guests the VERY BEST TANZANIA SAFARI EXPERIENCE. We look forward to our fourth year of escorting eager adventurers to Tanzania as we officially announce the dates for 2027.Get out those calendars, and start now to plan for a life-changing experience with Marcy's Photo Journey and Instinct Tours. For the first time, we are offering FOUR GREAT OPTIONS for 2027:February 5 - 15 and February 26 - March 8...These two safaris take place during the GREEN SEASON when landscapes are lush and green, and we see many wildlife babies with their mamas.May 28 - June 7…Our COOL SEASON safari, with mild, pleasant temperatures and beautiful weather. August 20 - 30...MIGRATION HIGHLIGHTS safari when we see huge herds of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara River in Kenya, concluding the latter stages of the Great Migration. Each safari is limited to 15 travelers, so you may want to reserve your spot early. A $2000 deposit will be necessary to guarantee your place. If you're interested in joining us, it's time to let us know, and we'll go from there. Please don't hesitate to contact us and ask questions or express concerns.
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Amazing - these beautiful creatures and your photography ! 💕🦁🐆
See you in June!!!
Put our gallery at Grit & Grace Market on your shopping list for Black Friday or Small Business Saturday. ANY PURCHASE FROM OUR SHOPPE WILL AUTOMATICALLY RECEIVE A 25% DISCOUNT THIS COMING WEEK-END. (Sale goes through Sunday.)We currently have a large variety of wall art, boxed notecards, greeting card collections, 2026 wall calendars, and matted prints in inventory. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer this price reduction very often...don't miss out!!
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Is there a bear lover on your Christmas list? You may want to take a look at our brand new bear collages! Available in small (20 X 20), medium (26 X 26), and large (36 X 36) sizes by custom order. If interested, place your order by December 5th and have your collage by Christmas! Barnwood framing is available in a variety of finishes.
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Interested. How much?
Beautiful captures!!🐻
These are great!!
Today's website special holiday savings is on home decor items! Save 25% on throw pillows, duvet covers, shower curtains, bath towels, tote bags, coffee mugs, puzzles, ornaments, and more. Your order will be on its way to you in just 2 - 3 business days and will arrive with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Start shopping at marcysphotography.com.
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Need an unusual gift for someone on your list who is considered difficult to buy for? Take any photo and put it on a hoodie, t-shirt, or tank top. Holiday sale (today only) offers 50% OFF ALL APPAREL purchased through our website at marcysphotography.com!
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FYI Today is the first day of daily seasonal sales on our website through Fine Art America and Pixels. Savings today is 25% OFF ALL GREETING CARDS, when ordered online.There are over 5700 images (in 51 collections) on my website to choose from...photos that I have taken here in east Tennessee, many other states in the US, and over 35 countries around the world. Pick a couple of favorites and have some excellent quality cards custom made and sent to your home. Cards can be ordered individually or in packs of 10 and 25.Easy access to the website by clicking on the link below:marcysphotography.com
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COMING SOON!Dates for Tanzania Adventures 2027 will be announced next week! For the first time, four trips will be offered, and we'd love for you to come along with us for a life-changing experience unlike any other.Arnold Makinda of Instinct Tours is constantly working to make each new adventure better than the last, so we know our guests will not be disappointed. Marcy's Photo Journey is happy to assist and guide you during the planning and preparation for this wonderful, amazing experience. Nothing for you to stress over or worry about, we've got you covered!
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2026 calendars were mailed out yesterday to all who had requested them! If you have not yet paid for your calendar, you may send a check to Marcy's Photo Journey, 405 Rodeo Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934 or send funds electronically through Venmo or Zelle. Total amount due is $32 plus $10 shipping. (We were shocked when we did the mailing to see how much shipping has increased since last year.) Thank you to everyone who purchased a calendar. Doug commented again yesterday that he thinks this year's "Cottages and Countryside" version is our best yet. Regretfully, we will not have desk calendars available this year.If you didn't get your order in or you would like to gift someone with one of our calendars, they are available through our Etsy shop at marcysphotojourney.etsy.com.
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Time has a way of speeding up this time of year, and here we are just a little over seven weeks until we'll be ringing in 2027! That means that there's not much time left to jump on board with us and be a part of the Great Migration Adventure for September 2026. We are frequently asked about the level of physical exertion for our trips. THIS IS A GREAT TRIP FOR EVERYONE WHO IS ABLE TO WALK FROM YOUR ROOM TO THE SAFARI VEHICLE. Very few steps are required daily, and it is not fast paced. Step stools are used to climb in and out of vehicles, and assistance is provided as necessary. CPAP machines are not an issue, and most special needs can be easily accommodated. If you have any concern about specific health issues, please ask us!WE NOW HAVE A FOUR DAY EXTENSION TO THE TROPICAL ISLAND OF ZANZIBAR AVAILABLE AS AN ADD-ON AFTER SAFARI!! Our guests will spend four days and nights in a first class resort on the Indian Ocean and will have the option to rest and relax or take advantage of cultural tours during their stay.Doug and I partner with Arnold Makinda of Instinct Tours to make sure your Tanzania experience is unforgettable and life-changing. Enjoy the very best from beginning until end and come home with lasting memories and incredible pictures.Prices for 2026 tours did not increase and remain at $7485 for all ground services, including expert guiding, transportation, accommodations, meals, and special tours. Our guests are responsible for their own flight arrangements, but we are here to help you find the best possible flight options, if you need us.YOU WILL NEVER REGRET YOUR DECISION TO COME WITH US! It just takes a $2000 deposit to reserve your spot, with final payment due 90 days before departure. Dates are September 4-17, 2026. We're waiting to hear from you!
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It had been a very long time since I had been able to sneak away to the mountains with my camera, but last Saturday allowed a few hours to catch some final glimpses of the season. There was still some nice color, but leaves were coming down fast. Enjoy!
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Beautiful captures!
Very nice 👌
I know how it's such a bummer when you feel like you've missed the best part of Fall, but your pictures are still very lovely.
Good morning! Yes, we are still here. Doug and I have been very busy for the last month with a major kitchen redo, so check-ins here on the Photo Journey page have been few and far between. We are surviving, but it will still be a while before all is complete.Meanwhile, we are in the middle of ongoing holiday preparation for both photo galleries and are working on some custom orders. Thought you might enjoy seeing one of the safari collages that I just completed. (To fully appreciate, view full screen!) I really enjoyed coming up something a little different. Collages (of any type) are now available through our custom order process. I will be doing prototypes of other options over the next few days and sharing those here, just in case there is interest. I'm excited about a Smokies one, in addition to collections of images from locations where we have traveled. Stay tuned...Calendars will be mailed out by the middle of November, so if you haven't yet contacted us about getting on the calendar list, we need to hear from you NOW! If you are thinking about gifts through Marcy's Photo Journey for someone on your list this season, we would love to work with you to create a perfect surprise for your loved one. You may also be interested in shopping on my website at marcysphotography.com to see lots of gift options including mugs, ornaments, towels, throw pillows, blankets, phone cases, tote bags, etc.This week-end Painted Tree Boutiques - Knoxville, TN is having their Christmas Open House, and we would love for you to stop by our gallery there. Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be adding additional winter images, more card collections, and calendars.
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Awe-inspiring captures!
Don't miss this weekend's Christmas Open House at Marcy's Photo Journey, located in The Shoppes at Grit & Grace Market, Cleveland. Starting tomorrow and going through Sunday afternoon, you'll receive a 25% savings on all of our wall art, including framed canvases, metals, and matted prints.We'll also have boxed Christmas cards, notecard collections, and our brand new 2026 wall calendars.
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There are only two months left to make your decision to come to Tanzania with us September 4-17, 2026. This trip is our very special "Great Migration Safari" experience, and we can now add an additional four days in Zanzibar for all who are interested in this possibility.Doug and I just returned about six weeks ago from the 2025 September trip, and it was totally amazing! Contact us for pricing and itinerary details. STOP AND LISTEN...Africa is calling you to experience this life-changing adventure.The end of the year is the final deadline for 2026 deposits!
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If you are on the fence about going. Don't be. This was the most amazing trip I've ever taken. My biggest take away aside from all the amazing animals, is the beautiful people of Tanzania. They were welcoming, friendly and very kind!! <3
IT'S TIME! If you are considering a special Christmas gift for someone you love, we can help you with that! Just in case you have joined our page as a new follower and don't already know, we are excited to offer custom orders once again for the upcoming holiday season. We have been blessed to visit over thirty countries and many of our US national parks over the past ten years, resulting in a portfolio of tens of thousands of images. If you have a gift in mind and would like to see fine art photography from a specific destination, we need to hear from you! You choose the image, format, size, and framing and we create that special gift to your specifications. Look through the posted images for ideas. In order to be sure of delivery by Christmas, act now.
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Whew! When your calendars are delivered (and you hold one in your hands hurriedly going through it to be sure it looks as good as you had hoped), it's always a great relief when you realize they just might be even better in person than online! Doug and I both love how our "Cottages and Countryside 2026" calendars turned out. We believe it is one of our best ever.Due to lagging sales for our business in general this year, we ordered about one fourth of our usual amount and are not planning on a reorder. Thanks to all who have already reserved their calendars! We will be mailing those out and making arrangements for pick-up the first part of November, just as soon as we live through this major kitchen renovation that is currently consuming us. Calendars that are left will be taken to both galleries (Painted Tree Boutiques - Knoxville, TN and The Shoppes at Grit & Grace Market-Cleveland, TN) by the end of next week for upcoming Christmas Open House events. They are very high quality, 12 X 18 spiral wall calendars, and feature thirteen frameable fine art photographs, all taken in England, Scotland, and Ireland. Priced at $32 each, the calendars make great gifts!
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I will take one please.
We're rapidly running out of time to accept travelers for February and June, 2026. If you are thinking about joining us, you only have until Sunday to jump in! You've seen plenty of pictures of Tanzania landscapes and wildlife, but I've never focused on the adventurers who have chosen to come with us for this life-changing experience. Please read our most recent Trip Advisor review from a fellow traveler who lives right here in Knoxville. Then look at the photos of the ones who have dared to come with us to Africa since February 2024. Check out all of the happy faces, many of whom have gone with us more than once. All we need to hold your spot for February or June next year is a $2000 deposit. Trip Advisor Review:AN AMAZING SAFARI EXPERIENCE WITH INSTINCT TOURSSeptember 2025 "We’ve traveled a lot since I retired and my trip to Namibia in 2019 with my brother and niece was my favorite until now. I really wanted my husband to have the safari experience and I thought I knew what to expect – but this trip was way beyond my expectations (and he had a good time too)! So many great things but above all I think Makinda and his team made the difference. They are knowledgeable about the land, the people and most especially the wildlife. They went out of their way to make sure we had an excellent experience. We saw an abundance of wildlife – the big five for starters but a wide variety of birds, reptiles and zebras, giraffe and wildebeest. We visited a Massai village, a family owned coffee plantation and a local school with each visit giving us the opportunity to interact with the tribe, the family and the teachers and students. We felt very welcomed at each of our stops and our accommodations were spacious, clean and comfortable. And if you are a photographer, you will appreciate the time and care they take in positioning (and repositioning) the vehicle so you can get the best shots of the wildlife and terrain."
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Thank you for all of the kind condolence messages during the past ten days. Doug and I are so grateful for the 100 happy and healthy years that his mother had here on earth, and we are confident now that she is in heaven with family and friends who have gone on before her.We have had a lot going on over the past few months and therefore are later than usual in ordering calendars for next year. Our 2026 photo calendars will feature images from one of our most popular notecard collections, "Cottages and Countryside." All of the photographs were taken in England, Scotland, and Ireland over the last few years, and we think you'll love the look of this calendar!We are returning to the company that we used up until last year, Mpix. The wall calendars are a spiral format and are 12 X 18 inches in size with a frameable picture for each month. We will have them in stock soon in both of our local galleries, but will also be happy to ship to your home at shipping cost, which will vary with location. Cost is $32.00 per calendar, plus sales tax for Tennessee residents.Because we are getting off to a late start on selling them this year, a very limited number is being ordered, and once they're gone, they're gone. If you would like one, please let us know NOW, and we will set yours aside before stocking the shoppes. You may leave or comment below or send a private message.Some of the monthly pages are posted below to give you a good idea of what the calendar looks like. We have ordered the top quality paper and printing inks in order to produce an excellent product. In order to fully appreciate the images, please click on each one and view full screen!
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Please put me down for 2 and I will send you a checkout tomorrow. Beautiful!
Prayers and love are with you at this difficult time. She is in heaven and had a long time on earth but never easy for those left behind. Cherish all those beautiful memories that make you smile. Hugs
Please put me down for 1
You may remember that today was departure day for our long-awaited Croatia and Slovenia adventure, but due to circumstances beyond our control, we made the decision late Saturday afternoon to cancel the trip. We still want to explore those two destinations and will likely go ahead and rebook for this same time next year, since we really hope to do it during the Fall season.
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We are hoping to go in late April. We are doing a Gate 1 - Bulgaria, Serbia and Romania in early May with friends. Was yours a tour?
Those locations are on my radar too
So sorry to hear this. When are you going back to Africa? February?
It's time to close this chapter. Tanzania September was truly fabulous, and I'm finding it difficult to move in a different direction for a while. We will be leaving for Croatia and Slovenia one week from today, so it's necessary to cease the safari pictures for now and look ahead to new experiences.THERE IS STILL TIME, THOUGH, IF YOU WANT TO JOIN US IN TANZANIA FOR FEBRUARY OR JUNE OF 2026! Your last day to sign up and pay the $2000 deposit is October 10th. Posting final pictures from September today...enjoy one last look!
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These are beyond amazing. So beautiful and wishing to return myself. It is truly life changing❤️❤️❤️
What an amazing array of photographs👏👏 I think it’s safe to say that the experience outshined the photos❤️
You captured so many beautiful moments. What a time we had. I loved everyone in Africa and everyone on our trip. Kindness overload. The animals were just extra icing on the cake. And what a cake it was!
All set up and ready to go! We’d love to see you today at the Townsend Heritage and Bluegrass Festival. Location is right next to the Townsend Visitors Center, and we’re here until 6:00 this afternoon. Plenty of great food and music, and lots of craft vendors. A BIG BONUS is that it’s so convenient to take a ride through Cades Cove either before or after the festival. The Great Smokies never disappoint!
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Only you left Kenya without visiting please come and say hi to our people
Have a great day!! I'm over here at Grit today.😊
Hope you did well!!!
Join us tomorrow and Saturday in Townsend, the "peaceful side of the Smokies," for the Fall Heritage and Bluegrass Festival! We'll have a good selection of framed canvases, metals, matted prints and boxed card collections, as well as individual greeting cards.There will be plenty of food vendors, and the music begins at 11:00 and goes all day. Hours are 10-6 both days.
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See you there!
SAFARI MOMENT!While in the Ngorongoro Crater, we spotted a very dirty hyena walking our way from a long distance. At first we weren't sure what kind of animal we were seeing, but we could tell that he was carrying something in his mouth, and it seemed to be a heavy load because periodically he would stop and lay down the burden for a few moments rest. Hyenas have a very distinctive walk, so it didn't take too long to figure out that it was a matted, muddy hyena.As he began to get closer in range, we started guessing what it was that he was carrying. It looked like a large stick, but that didn't really make sense. Finally we realized (with the help of our driver and guide) that it was a leg bone of a wildebeest. The bone was as muddy as the hyena, and we assumed it had been buried somewhere, and he had dug it up right before we spotted him. As he got closer, the hyena broke into a trot and then a run, making us think that either something was chasing him or his load was getting so heavy that he wanted to hurry along for comfort's sake.Finally after several minutes of observation, he crossed the road right in back of our vehicle and trotted on toward a nearby lake. Our guide mentioned that hyenas often hide such things underwater, so that other animals will not find their treasures. Hyenas are one of just a few animals who can devour bones, as they are equipped with very strong teeth that have no trouble cracking through even large bones. (The bearded vulture is the biggest consumer of bones, which make up 70-90% of their total diet.) Hyenas are never mentioned in anyone's favorite safari animals list, and at times they are even referred to a one of the "Ugly Five." 😉 We often hear them at night while staying in camps, and their sounds can be a little unsettling, but like everything else, they have their purpose and this one was interesting to observe as part of our wonderful day in the crater!
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Very interesting! Thanks for sharing!
W o w!!- Ur closeup is really TOO close up.. UGLY!! Thinking about possible liking 4 human bones may help to understand why not a popular beast.
HIPPO DAY!On one of our mornings in The Serengeti, we always visit the nearby river to observe hippo action at sunrise. Occasionally there might be a few grumbles about the early wake up, but those all seem to fade away once we arrive and see just how entertaining a river full of hippos can be!Instinct Tours gets us there at just the right moment as the hippo parade begins and they waddle down to the river after a night of grazing on land. This time we were the only group there, so we were able to take advantage of the viewing points and get plenty of pictures.Thinking about doing a safari soon? There are still a few spots left for 2026. Contact us now to see what's available and learn more about the trip of a lifetime!
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Wonderful insights into motherhood in the wild. God's designs are unique and intriquing...
Awesome scenes and photos. I love that little guy❤️
Awesome!!
The "elusive leopard" wasn't able to escape us on the September safari! It was a wonderful sighting that happened as a result of Arnold Makinda and Instinct Tours obtaining a special off-road permit to visit The Rhino Project. Needless to say, since it had been a long while since we had any decent leopard opportunities, I managed to take pictures of her from just about every possible angle.It was an added bonus to get her recent kill in some of the shots, which is unusual in my experience. Our drivers patiently positioned us in three different locations so that we could take advantage of photographing this beautiful animal from every direction. I must confess that my heart always beats just a little faster when a leopard is spotted. They are definitely a challenge and are often partially hidden in a tree making things a little more difficult, but it's a challenge I enjoy and work to meet!
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Arnold Makinda and Instinct Tours had a huge surprise for our group once we arrived in The Serengeti. Although Doug and I had been on six prior safaris in Tanzania, we had never had the opportunity to go to a restricted area of the park where a special conservation effort called "The Rhino Project" is underway. Makinda was able to secure a special permit for us to travel off-road and search for rhinos with the assistance of a park ranger who is involved in the project.Due to poaching in years past, the rhinoceros population is greatly depleted and in danger of extinction. We spent time with two rhinos, a mom who was 41 years old and her 5 year old offspring. Rhinos love dense vegetation and brushy areas where they can hide. That landscape made it difficult for good pictures and the fact that it was midday and the light was very harsh didn't help either. Although I was very disappointed in my photos, it was so exciting to spend time in close proximity to these rarely seen animals.INSTINCT TOURS SAFARIS ARE UNIQUE AND AMAZING! I am always wondering what Makinda and his team will come up with next. This was a wonderful experience, and we were able to sit and observe the rhinos for a long time before we left them and were treated to a hot lunch picnic in the bush. After the picnic, we enjoyed an informative lecture about The Rhino Project and were then able to continue our off-road game drive and discovered a leopard and several lions. WHAT A DAY!
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Those are great photos! The mere fact that you got pictures of the rhinos is amazing!
I am NOT disappointed in the fabulous pix‼️‼️‼️
It was a wonderful day! Thank you Instinct Tours!!!
During our day in Ngorongoro Crater, we spent a great deal of time observing lions. Two beautiful males (likely brothers, according to Arnold Makinda) were lying a little ways away from a group of two lionesses and their cubs. We had a great vantage point (thanks to our wonderful driver Barnabus), so it was possible to watch their behavior and take pictures for about 45 minutes before taking a lunch break. After lunch, we returned for more lion observation.The brothers spent their time sleeping, only occasionally moving a bit to change positions. They were totally oblivious to their surroundings as far as we could tell, and I imagine they both were sleeping off full bellies from an earlier kill.The cubs and females were more active and fun to watch. The cubs like to cuddle and "pile up" close to mom, but it was quite warm that day, and you could tell that the two moms were getting tired of the closeness because they finally got up and moved about ten feet or so from the cubs. It didn't take long though for the cubs, one by one, to move themselves over by their moms. It was amusing to see, and all of the mothers in our vehicle were relating to the interaction!One of the great things about trips with Instinct Tours is that we are never rushed to go on to the "next thing". It's not just about checking the boxes animal by animal, but rather taking time to savor the moments and learn about animal behavior. Proper pacing, built in to the daily itinerary, is appreciated by our guests, and as we encounter various animals, questions are encouraged and information is offered by our expert drivers and guides. IT'S A DIFFERENT KIND OF SAFARI!Contact me for details about joining us in 2026!(Best viewed full screen with captions!)
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Such beautiful creatures! 🦁.
How do I even begin to find the right words to tell you about the September safari? EVERY SAFARI JOURNEY HAS BEEN GREAT, but there was something very special about the one we just completed. From the pre-nights at Planet Lodge as we first met the members of our group, until our last moments together when many of us were teary-eyed as we bid farewell to one another, this journey was a fantastic experience.Now that we're back home and I'm carefully going through thousands of images taken while in Tanzania, I still find it incredulous that we learned so much about local culture, saw so many beautiful animals, met so many joyful and welcoming people, savored so many delicious meals, and experienced all of it with such an excellent group of adventurers.I know that it will be hard to ever top this one, but as we strive to make each adventure better than the last, it is inevitable that new heights will be reached and new goals obtained. Over the next few days, I hope that through my posts, you will see something that makes you want to join us on future safaris. Instinct Tours, under the highly capable leadership of Arnold Makinda, does an amazing job each and every time!THERE IS STILL TIME TO JOIN US FOR ONE OF OUR THREE SAFARIS IN 2026. February availability (three spots remain) must close by the middle of October, and June (four openings) is closing by the end of October. You have until the end of this year to sign up for September. IF AN AFRICAN SAFARI IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST, YOU SIMPLY WILL NOT FIND A BETTER OPTION.The pictures I am posting today were all taken from the safari vehicle as we traveled to Tarangire National Park on our first day. It is always enjoyable to see a glimpse of the culture of Tanzania as we observe Maasai herders and villages along the way.Please consider coming with us next year! Contact me for dates and pricing details.
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Marcy, thanks for sharing your amazing photos. You truly have a gift. it was by far the most rewarding experience and vacation ever! Thank you to all our "family" for making us all feel welcome, involved, cared about and information gladly shared. Met some incredible people that I hope keep in touch! <3 Plus I made a few brothers while there. <3 Instinct Tours did such an outstanding job~ thank you Makinda!!
From Day 1 , Pete and I said “ How can it get any better?” And each day was just as amazing as the last! We went thinking it was all about the animals but , with Instinct Tours, it was so much more. Immersing ourselves in the cultures firsthand by visiting a Maasai village, a family-owned coffee business, visiting a local private school and much more allowed us to come away with such a well- rounded experience that was life-changing! This was truly a trip of a lifetime!!
Yes! I assume touching this close to God's creations, who roam the wild 365 days a year, is emotional.
The final Tanzanian sunset has come and gone, and we will be headed home today after visiting Unity School and enjoying our last lunch together! It has been an exceptional journey in every way with a fabulous group of new friends. There will be plenty more pictures and commentary once we get home and have the time to go through everything. Thank you for following along and being part of this adventure.There is still time to join us for 2026!
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Thank you for another wonderful journey – a blessing to enjoy with new friends, living the Instinct Tour motto - sustainable exploration of the people, culture, and nature of the Serengeti!
Thank you Marcy and Doug for a trip of a lifetime! Just incredible!!
I concur with everything Gloria said!, ❤️
SERENGETI STYLE!
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These are amazing‼️‼️‼️‼️
Great shots !!
Beautiful! They’re waiting for dinner!😊
Faces of Ngorongoro Crater...
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These are wonderful!
The expression on the water buffalo (?) Priceless!
The water buffalo is posing for you. Look at that smile. Great photos.
A few more from our last day in Tarangire National Park...Zebras, cape buffalo, wildebeest, warthogs, storks, and a lone impala enjoyed time at the pond, and we watched for over an hour as one group after another came and departed. It was enjoyable to see so many different animals during this one sighting.The landscape is so dry and dusty at this time of year, and water is getting more scarce each day. Tomorrow we go to Ngorongoro Crater and the following day it's on to The Serengeti. So far this has been an incredible safari!
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As always, your photos are exquisite!
Wonderful pictures!
These are phenomenal! Well done!
A perfect ending to a wonderful first day of safari! #instincttours #marcysphotojourney
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I want to go back! But…. We have so many more destinations on our agenda. 🥲
Oh, how breathtaking!!
No where like Africa. Thank you‼️‼️‼️
First wildlife sighting! (Actually just a couple of pet rabbits outside our lodge door, but they were cute.)
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Reunited with Diane in Detroit! Diane is our Texas traveler who is going with us once again because she enjoyed the trip so much in February 2024. Exciting times ahead…
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Safe travels!
That's will be seeing both of you in a few weeks in Tennessee craft show
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Leaving soon for the long-awaited Great Migration Safari! Hoping you are planning to come along with us by following our page over the next couple of weeks. We are very excited to be escorting "The Fearless Fifteen," our group of guests, representing five states, who will be gathering soon in Arusha, Tanzania.As usual, we're looking forward to another wonderful experience with Arnold Makinda and Instinct Tours. There's still time to join us in September 2026, and dates for 2027 safaris will be announced soon!
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Tomorrow is departure day for September safari! We are happy to report that our donations this time for Unity School totaled $4202! ($3202 collected, $1000 pledged) Watch for the latest developments from the school upon our return home in two weeks. Thank you to all who have donated both this most recent time and in the past. Your dollars are making a difference!
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We've brought more with us! See you soon 😊
The picture below was taken a year ago this past June as our group visited Unity School and gave our donated funds to the administrator. When I look back just 14 short months ago and realize all that has been done since that time to improve the campus through your donations, it is astounding. Our relatively small investments are stretched and multiplied time and time again, and every single time we return we see significant progress!If you would like to donate for the current campaign (to be delivered to the school on September 15th), you still have four days. So far we have a total of $1300 in hand, with another $2000 pledged to be paid soon. You may either send a check (MPJ Tanzania Projects) to Doug Wielfaert, 405 Rodeo Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934 or Venmo the donation to @douglas-wielfaert for quicker delivery. This will be our last appeal until we head back at the end of February. We see God blessing your efforts time and time again and can't help but be excited about what the future holds for Unity School.
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Let the countdown begin! Only ten days now until we leave to escort our fourth group of travelers on a great adventure with Instinct Tours in Tanzania. This will be our largest group yet, and we've dubbed them "The Fearless Fifteen." Our new safari family includes travelers from Texas, Florida, Illinois, California, and Tennessee. Doug and I have never been to Tanzania in September, and we're full of anticipation, high hopes, and excitement as we look forward to the opportunity of witnessing some of the most dramatic wildlife scenes taking place during the latter days of The Great Migration. Plan now to follow our journey! We'd also love for you to invite others to follow along as well by becoming followers of our Marcy's Photo Journey business page right here on Facebook.(The pictures below are migration images captured during our June visit. We see aspects of wildebeest/zebra migration on each of our trips in February, June, and September.)
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We'll be in Tanzania in about a week and a 1/2. First I have to have my husband help me get the car open. I'm at Costco getting the last bit of things and I've just locked the keys in the trunk. And it's only about a 100°. Tanzania will be a piece of cake after all this. I can't wait to meet all Fearless 15.
Amazing!!!
Gloria and I are super excited as well!!
So I hear it's World Photography Day, and I thought I'd join a lot of other photographer friends who are posting some of their favorites. These are from near and far, taken over the last few years, and hopefully there are at least a few you've never seen before.(If you're curious about location, view full screen for identification.)
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Stunning Work!
Photos this stunning are a gift, your photos are amazing ❤
WOW… you have really traveled to a lot of great places!
Excitement is in the air for our ongoing project at Unity School! Three classrooms have already been totally renovated, and three brand new bathrooms constructed thanks to your generosity. Let's not stop now because there is still so much more to be done.If you can help us once again, we now have less than two weeks before departure to Tanzania. Next project is adding electricity to all classrooms! Address checks to MPJ Tanzania Projects and mail to Doug Wielfaert, 405 Rodeo Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934. Donations may also be sent electronically through venmo @Douglas-Wielfaert.We're in high hopes of taking with us a record donation on this trip. All donations are greatly appreciated and are allocated completely to improvements, food (lunches), and supplies at Unity School. Thank you for your continued generosity. Doug and I are so grateful for the opportunity to witness God's provision and grace as needs are met one by one. We give Him glory and honor and praise for allowing us to be a part of this effort.
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Only twelve days remain to make your decision about going with us to Tanzania in February or June of 2026! A $2000 deposit is necessary to hold your spot, with the remaining balance of $5485 due 90 days from departure. You are responsible for booking your own airfare, but we are available to assist and advise.The Instinct Tours adventure is 2 days longer than most other safari trips and includes all accommodations, meals, transportation, park fees, and guide services. (Tips are at your discretion and not included in basic package.)Doug and I are here to help you with visa applications, immunization counsel, packing tips, plane reservations, and to answer any questions that arise between sign up and departure. You have the option of traveling right along with us or meeting us in Tanzania.Visit instincttours.com for more information. We would love to have you on board in 2026!(If you're interested in September 2026, you have until December 31st to make your deposit, but we would love to know if you are considering that trip so that we can add you to our list of travelers. 2027 travel dates will be announced in late November.)
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Thanks!!!
We love to bring our customers beautiful images from near and far!The three art pieces shown below illustrate how a colorful canvas can add a vibrant focal point to a neutral palette. All three of these are available at Marcy's Photo Journey in Grit & Grace Market and are reduced by 20% during tomorrow's Fall Open House.How long has it been since you've added something new and exciting to your space? Come by and see these three pieces in person as well as a whole lot more!(View each photo full screen for best effect and title of work.)
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Two big events for us this weekend! Our first ever FALL OPEN HOUSE at Grit & Grace Market is tomorrow, and the entire store is ready to welcome you with that first taste of Fall! Shoppe owners have been hard at work for days getting everything just right for our customers. Come by our gallery, enjoy new artwork, and take 20% off all regularly priced canvases, metals, and matted prints and 10% off boxed card collections.At Painted Tree Boutiques - Knoxville, TN, our End-of-Summer Sale will be happening all weekend with 20% off our entire inventory of fine art photographic art. Stunning images from Knoxville, the Smokies, US national parks, and locations around the world are waiting for you. (Boxed card collections and individual greeting cards are not included in this sale.)
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GREAT NEWS...PLEASE TAKE A FEW MOMENTS TO READWith your help and encouragement, our efforts for the special project in Arusha, Tanzania are starting to really take off! We couldn't be more excited about the promising future of Unity School.Since our return home in June, we have formed a corporation, appointed a Board of Directors (as required), and applied for a non-profit 501(C)(3). We have also opened a local bank account for the corporation and should receive our official paperwork from the IRS by mail soon granting us non-profit, tax-free status. We are required to let you know that donations are not considered tax deductible until our official paperwork is received, but they should be retroactive from the date of application.OUR NEXT PROJECT IS PROVIDING ELECTRICITY FOR THE CLASSROOMS! Up until now, the only light has been the natural light coming through the windows. We have already received commitments and donations of $2700 (totally unsolicited) to take with us as we leave on September 1st that will go directly toward the electrification project. So far your donations have renovated three classrooms from top to bottom, including repair of floors and walls, replacing broken windows, new paint, new desks and chairs and built three new bathrooms. Basic classroom supplies and books have also been donated, and we were able to fund two months of food for student lunches. I'm also happy to report that other organizations have been inspired by what you have done and have come on board to help.It's time to assist us once again, if you are able and desire to do so! We will be collecting funds through the end of August to take with us when we leave September 1st. CHECKS NOW NEED TO BE MADE OUT TO MPJ TANZANIA PROJECTS, BUT YOU CAN STILL VENMO DONATIONS TO DOUGLAS WIELFAERT. (@Douglas-Wielfaert). Mail checks to us at 405 Rodeo Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934.God is blessing this project, and we are so grateful. To God be the glory!
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SAFARI NEWS! We still have spots remaining for 2026 safari trips in February, June, and September next year. Arnold Makinda of Instinct Tours has decided that we can leave the enrollment open for February and June until the end of this month. The September 2026 safari will remain open through the end of this year! Each seasonal safari holds its own special distinctions and advantages. If you love wildlife babies and lush, green landscapes, choose February. Winter season in Tanzania (June) has very pleasant temperatures, and terrific wildlife sightings in all locations. However, if you crave high drama and excitement, you may want to choose September when the Great Migration is in full swing and every day is full of surprises, as we follow the migration routes and observe classic animal behavior during this time of year.Doug and I will be leaving for our 7th visit to Tanzania just four weeks from next Monday. We honestly look forward to this journey each time and come home with incredible memories of our experiences. We'd love to send you some basic information about our options for 2026. A $2000 deposit will hold your spot, with remaining balance due 90 days before departure. Contact us with your email address, and we'll get the information right out to you.(Now enjoy some wildlife portraits all taken on our Tanzania safaris with Instinct Tours.)
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Great Pictures!
Love your photos. 😊
Do you make house calls ? Our daughter did a cabin counted cross stitch Pic and we gave in dining room. I have a wall that I would like a Pic on that compliments nit one from Walmart. Lol. I've tried to look at all if yours and there are too many beautiful ones and I'm overwhelmed
Back home now and starting to count the weeks until our final trip to Tanzania for 2025! Six weeks from today, Doug and I will already be there waiting for everyone in our September group to arrive.We are still able to add travelers to our 2026 adventures for a couple more weeks. If you are entertaining the idea of adding a life-changing safari trip to your travel calendar for next year, please let us know.
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As always, I love, love, love your photos of God’s beautiful creatures and people. Africa is for sure a special place! Not sure about the 15 hour flight 😂 but it is so worth it. Thanks for sharing. You capture it so well!!!
looking forward to more amazing photos from you!!
