Alyce BenderNov 15, 20174 min readLocation: Hirosaki, JapanHirosaki, Japan, sits at the foot of the Hakkoda Mountains on the west side of Aomori Prefecture. During the Edo period, this city was the c
Alyce BenderSep 1, 20175 min readAutumn in the Great Smoky MountainsThe Great Smoky Mountain National Park is the most visited National Park in the park system with over 11 million visitors a year! That is a
Alyce BenderJul 14, 20176 min readFour Seasons in Oirase GorgeOirase Gorge, located at the base of the Hakkoda Mountains in Japan and within the boundaries of the Towada-Hachimantai National Park, has t
Alyce BenderJul 1, 20177 min readShooting Central ArizonaLeaving the vast, classic Western landscapes along the Utah/Arizona boarder, my photo expedition had me heading south, closer to mass civili
Alyce BenderMay 1, 20174 min readJapan in Spring: SakuraCherry blossoms, known as sakura, are a sure sign of spring. Here in Japan, they are a national treasure and everyone looks forward to...