2010 came to a stormy end here in the St. Louis region. But once the storm passed the sun broke through the clouds and tomorrow it will be a new year.
31 December 2010
23 December 2010
The Crow B&W
It was suggested to me to crop the original version of the photo I took of this crow on the grave marker so I did. I think it looks better in black and white than in color after being cropped.
19 December 2010
The Crow
One time I was driving by this cemetery and a red tail hawk was on this grave but I didn't have my camera. So every time I go by I look to see if I can capture that moment again. Yesterday this crow was sitting on it and I did have my camera. It may not be a hawk but I sill like how it looks.
07 December 2010
Painted Barn Roof
I've driven by this barn many times in the last few years and always wanted to stop and take a photo. Finally did it!
28 November 2010
Red Tail Hawk
Another Red Tail Hawk shot. I love driving around the back roads looking for them. This guy was kind enough to sit still for a few photos.
21 November 2010
Into the fog
Woke up to a foggy morning on Saturday and I decided to go out to see what photo ops there were. As I was driving along old Lebanon road I saw this trail into the trees. The fog gave it an ethereal quality that really worked in black and white.
Highland High School Madrigal Choir
This weekend was Victorian Holiday in Lebanon. This photo is of the Highland High School Madrigal Choir. They were very very good and got the crowd into the holiday spirit.
14 November 2010
Red Winged Blackbirds
Out for a drive yesterday and saw this amazing flock of black winged redbirds in a field. The way they swarm about in one big mass is a wonder to watch.
12 November 2010
10 November 2010
Sunrise and trees
This was the sky on the way to work this morning. When I went to walk out of the house I could tell I needed to bring the camera with me. Good thing I did.
09 November 2010
I see you
Playing around with my "Nifty Fifty" tonight. Cookie doesn't cooperate with the camera much but I was able to get this one to come out.
25 October 2010
Witch's Night Out
Sunday evening was Witch's night out in Lebanon. The streets were full of witches, a few warlocks and other assorted characters. It was a lot of fun and the weather was great. Can't wait for next year.
23 October 2010
Pumpkin Head
Taken at the St. Louis zoo today. They have the place decorated for Halloween. We were there with some friends and had a lot of fun.
18 October 2010
Looking out the window
We went on another haunted walking tour this last Sunday, this time in Lebanon. The walks are just so much more than hearing ghost stories, it's also the history of the town and area. Lebanon is a wonderful little town and just a few miles down the road. This photo is from inside the Mermaid House.
12 October 2010
Seven Gates To Hell
Here is one of the Seven Gates to Hell, a local urban legend in the area. I've never traveled through them in the right sequence to get transported away.
08 October 2010
03 October 2010
Heron silhouette
Taken at Horseshoe Lake Saturday night. The sunset was beautiful and I was able to catch a few Great Blue Heron shots.
Great Blue Heron
I love going out to Horseshoe Lake to see the birds. This Great Blue Heron was kind enough to pose for me.
25 September 2010
23 September 2010
22 September 2010
18 September 2010
Starting to turn
Went to Horseshoe Lake this evening with Ian as he wanted to go fishing. It's usually a great place for photos with all the herons and other birds. But tonight the fish and birds were not cooperating. However I noticed that the leaves are starting to turn and was able to catch this great reflection in the water.
15 September 2010
MiG 17
It's the Cold War all over again! This beautiful plane was giving a fine display at the Scott Air Force Base air show last Sunday.
04 September 2010
Compton Hill Water Tower
Another first for me and the family. This beautiful tower is open one day a month where you can go to the top. It's 199 steps up but the view is fantastic.
28 August 2010
Pirate Flag
One of the many examples of graffiti art along the graffiti wall in St. Louis. It is the flood barrier that runs from south of the arch for a few miles. Full of interesting art and is a place for people to leave their mark.
23 August 2010
21 August 2010
15 August 2010
Great Blue Heron
This beautiful bird was slow enough for me to get a few good pictures. I love wildlife and Horseshoe Lake is a great place to take photos.
08 August 2010
Getting our kicks on Route 66
This shot is at Henry's Rabbit Ranch in Staunton Illinois, on old Route 66. Rich, who runs the place is great to talk to and has a lot of stories to tell. We drove the route from Livingston to Springfield with a few stops along the way. Hopefully sometime we'll drive the entire Illinois route to Chicago.
02 August 2010
Mushrooms
31 July 2010
Hummingbird
The hummingbirds were out tonight so I was able to grab some good photos. More up on my flickr site.
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28 July 2010
RIP Tom Personett
I first met Tom while stationed in Italy back in the late 80s. He was a good friend and passed away way too young at the age of 44. RIP Tom, you'll be missed.
24 July 2010
Playing the blues B&W
Taken at the Soulard Farmers Market in St. Louis. This gentleman is always there playing.
09 July 2010
Oriole
Captured this photo of a beautiful Oriole while up in Wisconsin earlier in the week. So many different birds up there than around home.
28 June 2010
24 June 2010
17 June 2010
Lucky Duck
This poor little guy was stuck in the road on his back. Two cars drove right over the top of him and didn't even try to stop. Fortunately he was just dazed and made it back to mama.
11 May 2010
02 May 2010
23 April 2010
10 April 2010
28 March 2010
18 March 2010
14 March 2010
Abandoned
Old building (I believe it was probably a garage) near Chocteau Island. A drab dreary day out but this caught my eye.
13 February 2010
06 February 2010
03 February 2010
Reluctant Subject
Here is my reluctant subject for the evening. Cookie hates the camera but ended up letting me snap a few. The focus didn't come out quite right but I still love her pose.
17 January 2010
08 January 2010
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