Welcome to the Pine Barren Man
Welcome to the world of photographer, Michael Mroczek. This website exists to document his life through a unique collection of photo essays, thoughts, and adventures. Follow along as he explores the pinelands and other locations beyond its borders.
Heron at Home: A Rewarding Encounter After a Day’s Work
From drivers seat to bushes in the backyard in under a minute. I was able capture my best photo of a Great Blue Heron.
Working on Composition
Working on my compositional skills during a quick walk on a Wednesday afternoon
A Photographer's Afternoon in Ocean City
A few photos from a trip to Ocean City on a warm Sunday afternoon.
Finch On a Fence
I connect the dots between a childhood obsession with state facts to capturing an elusive American Goldfinch in my backyard.
A Sunday Morning Spring Walk in Estell Manor Park
Spring is finally shaking off winter's chilly embrace, bringing with it the usual unpredictable weather patterns. Seizing a warm Sunday morning that felt like a rare gift, our family decided on a whim to venture out.