Matthew Klein Films

07/16/2026

07/12/2026

Ottawa Canyon after days of continued heavy rainfall. I ventured through the mud to find the canyon all to myself on a warm sunny afternoon. One of my new favorites.

, Matthew Klein Films

07/10/2026

07/07/2026

07/05/2026

People ask me all the time if I ever get tired of going back to the same parks and same locations over and over again.
Honestly, no. Not really.

I’ve been to Ottawa Canyon at Starved Rock hundreds of times at this point, but today was still different. It was the best I’ve ever seen it flowing in the summer, and the sunlight coming through made it feel like a totally different place. Definitely muddy but 100% worth it.

You can think you know a place pretty well, and then it gives you something new. Video and photos coming soon.

Matthew Klein Photography |

07/05/2026

Some traditions never get old. 🇺🇸🎆
We hope everyone had a safe, happy, and memorable Fourth of July weekend.

We look forward to sharing more summer evenings with you.

Photo by Matthew Klein Photography

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