Been a while since I've posted on the blog here. This shot is of Trumpeter Swans at the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, across the Mississippi River from Alton.
25 December 2012
15 October 2012
On Break
Took part in the Scott Kelby Worldwide Photo Walk this last Saturday in Alton. These 4 workers were on their break and I had to capture it. A classic scene.
08 October 2012
Leaf and water drop
Took a nice walk at the Watershed Nature Center in Edwardsville this morning. The water drop on this leaf caught my eye. Thought the shot came out pretty well.
07 October 2012
Blue & Yellow
The wife and I took a drive up the Great River Road from Alton to Grafton yesterday. We stopped at the Loading Dock in Grafton for lunch. I really liked the contrast between the yellow chairs and the blue counter in the place.
08 September 2012
Senior Airman Bradley R. Smith
Senior Airman Smith was killed in action in Afghanistan. He was awarded the Silver Star which was given to his family. The word hero is thrown about too much but in this case it is deserved. May he rest in peace.
24 August 2012
Smile
Another of my photos made The Consumerist's Friday Flickr Finds.
http://consumerist.com/2012/08/consumerist-friday-flickr-finds-161.html
http://consumerist.com/2012/08/consumerist-friday-flickr-finds-161.html
19 August 2012
Soaring
It was a busy weekend of shooting for me. Wasn't planning to go to the balloon festival in Centralia but I did Saturday with my son. Then today was the annual D.A.R.E. auto show in Edwardsville. Couldn't pass up taking a shot of this hood ornament. I quite liked the way the colors are reflecting off of it.
12 August 2012
Closeup
The hummingbirds are going crazy right now. From what I have read they are starting to migrate.
26 July 2012
24 July 2012
Roots
Went to the local park in Troy Sunday looking for squirrels to photography. As I wandering around I spotted some exposed tree roots. I love the twists and turns so I took a few shots. They look better in b&w.
22 July 2012
Feeding Time
Haven't had much luck with hummingbirds this year until the last couple of days. Suddenly they've appeared and are quite hungry. This little one was buzzing around my head, and almost landed on the lens hood. But then she headed over to the feeder and I was able to get this shot off.
16 July 2012
Falling Down
Four of us from the photo club took a trip to East St. Louis Sunday morning to take some photos. So sad to see these old buildings in such decay. This was a grand city at one time.
24 June 2012
Albert Hall
There was a great photo walk here in St. Louis yesterday. I met a lot of great photographers and had fun on the Delmar Loop. This shot is of "Albert Hall".
17 June 2012
O'Fallon Grand Prix
The O'Fallon Grand Prix finishes up today. I didn't get down there Friday or Saturday but Ian and I made it down this morning. Today was the Criterium races throughout the downtown area. It was a lot of fun watching the riders.
02 June 2012
Corn, Trees and Sky
A beautiful day here in the southwestern part of Illinois. We've had a bit of rain so the corn is really shooting up, and the weather was comfortable.
23 May 2012
The First Hummingbirds of the year
The first of many photos I hope.
Via Flickr:
As far as my photography goes. Love these little guys,
29 April 2012
The Hard Knock Life
This guy looked pretty rough from a distance and when I got up close I can see why. Look at that poor beak. I can't imagine it is easy to catch food.
07 April 2012
Raven Wolf
Went down to the Soulard Farmer's Market this morning with the family. This is Mr. C. Felton "Raven Wolf" Jennings II. Every time I go down there he is out front playing his sax, a flute or the drums. He's a great guy and I love taking photos of him.
01 April 2012
31 March 2012
Under the bridge
I've driven under the Clark Bridge in Alton more times than I can remember but never noticed the symmetry until today. After playing around in Lightroom I felt that black and white did the photo more justice. This was done handheld. I plan to go back and use a tripod next time.
25 March 2012
A bee in the tree
Playing around with the 70-200L lens today. I love how clear and sharp my photos come out with it. Wish I could afford a couple more L series, and a better camera body.
Hi there
The newest addition to the petting zoo at the park here in Troy. He's a friendly pot bellied pig. Wish I could take him home.
17 March 2012
10 March 2012
Waiting for the children
I keep forgetting tp post my photos on the blog here. This one is in Highland. A bit of post processing Lightroom to give it a vintage feel.
Via Flickr:
At the park in Highland.
22 February 2012
Big Balls
City Park in St. Louis. Supposedly these things light up at night. Will have to go down and check them out sometime I guess.
07 February 2012
Backyard Hawk
My wife sees this guy all the time but this is the first time I've been able to get a photo of him. He sat there for a few minutes and let me get a few photos, then he was off!
07 January 2012
Time for breakfast
While I didn't see very many hawks out on my quest this morning I did spot this guy along side the road. I couldn't stop immediately but turned around, came back and he was still there. I was only able to get a couple of shots off but it made my day.
02 January 2012
House Sparrow
Happy New Year everyone. It's a windy day here in the metro-east and the little birds are staying close to the bushes for protection.
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