This little boy was so fascinated by the Fair st. Louis air show that I had to get his photo. I think I did a good job capturing the moment.
09 July 2011
26 June 2011
Got ya!
It was Marine week in St. Louis and they put on a demonstration Saturday in front of the Arch. Just one of many shots that I took of the men in action.
Lightining
A hell of a lightning storm rolled through the St. Louis region last night. This is one of the magnificent bolts that I was lucky enough to catch last night. According to the weather forecast I may get a chance to try again tonight.
18 June 2011
Wise Old Owl
Finally made it out to the World Bird Sanctuary. What a fantastic place. Lots of beautiful birds and you can get up close for photos. This is just one of many that I took and can be found at my Flickr site, http://www.flickr.com/matneym
11 June 2011
29 May 2011
Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
Such a large cemetery, so many graves, may the men and women who lay here rest in peace.
28 May 2011
Baby Bunny
I was looking out the window last night watching the birds eat from the feeder when I saw this little guy hiding in the mums. I grabbed the camera and went outside as quick as possible hoping he would still be there. He was and I was able to get this photo before he took off. He was quite little but looked in good health.
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This little guy was hiding in the mums by the bird feeder. I just happened to look down and see him. Love the little white spot on his head.
25 May 2011
23 April 2011
22 April 2011
Some of the lightning storm that blew through from the big storm that hit St. Louis hard. We were lucky that we didn't get hit here in Troy. The clouds were rotating but nothing touched down.
28 March 2011
Death and Decay
Finally made it down to the old Armour Meat Packing Plant in what used to be National City. There were 4 vultures circling over head. Who knows what was dead inside. I'd love to explore the place but not on my own.
06 March 2011
24 January 2011
Northern Harrier
Not a usual bird for me to see but I was able to snag this photo as he flew by at high speed.
20 January 2011
Snow Dial
10 inches of snow last night from a storm that blew through. I think this is the most I've seen hit the ground in this area at one time since we have moved here. Love snow but hate shoveling the driveway.
15 January 2011
Bald Eagle
It was Eagle Days at the Chain of Rocks bridge today. This beautiful bird was available for a photo op courtesy of the World Bird Sanctuary.
09 January 2011
Bald Eagle
This beautiful female bald eagle was at the Confluence Tower in Hartford today, courtesy of the World Bird Sanctuary. I was within 5 feet of her when I took this. She was magnificent!
31 December 2010
And 2010 comes to an end....
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.
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.
http://www.flickr.com/matneym
http://www.flickr.com/matneym
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.
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