• architecture,  Church

    “All down hill from here”

    July 8, 2013
    St Josephs Chruch
    St Josephs Church

    Here it is Monday and the start of another week when I’m not sure what happened to last week. I lost it. I did check off a few items but it went by way too fast. Heck life seems to be moving by too fast. They say once you reach a certain age it’s “all downhill from here.” I’ve always associate that as a positive phrase. Its simplest meaning is that “The hard work’s over, and it’s all going to be much easier from now on.” But, that statement does not indicate how fast we end up going, gotta hang on to your hat every once in a while. Have a bunch more to get done this week plus a 2-day trip on Thursday.

    Found some quiet time at a local church this past week and played around with some DOF. I kind of like the effect.

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  • architecture,  Canon Powershot G12,  Church

    Places of Quiet

    June 5, 2013
    Prayer Time

    With three other people living in my small condo, privacy is scarce. After living alone for the past12 years it has taken a toll on me. So, I’ve wandered off seeking places for quiet and solitude. These have been parks, nature areas, a couple of “quiet” coffee shops and local churches. I’ve discovered I’m not the only one seeking places of quiet and a refuge from the business of the world.

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  • architecture,  Church

    More Southwest

    August 28, 2012
    Gold Canyon United Methodist Church

    My parents live in Gold Canyon, Arizona, which is just east of Apache Junction. It is almost all a 55 plus community and the perfect place for my parents at this time in their lives. Just behind their house, and over the boundary wall, is the Gold Canyon United Methodist Church. It follows along with the Southwestern decor that predominates the area. And just across the road on Kings Ranch Road is the famous Red Sage Restaurant. This restaurant is hopping during the winter season but quiet in the summer after 60% of the population heads to cooler climates. My parents have a group of friends who usually gather in Saturday mornings for breakfast, coffee and conversation. Anyway, I wanted to show more of the Southwest flavor.

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  • architecture,  Church

    Bell Tower

    January 22, 2012
    Bell Tower

    “There are no rules and regulations for perfect composition. If there were we would be able to put all the information into a computer and would come out with a masterpiece. We know that’s impossible. You have to compose by the seat of your pants.” – Arnold Newman

    That’s exactly what happened here. I saw this woman sitting on a bench under this bell tower and thought it would make a good image. Just as I raised the camera she stood up and started walking towards me. Without really thinking, which I do a lot, I took one image. I’m actually pleased with this image even if it was taken by the seat of my pants.

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  • architecture,  Church

    I met Lloyd here

    July 24, 2011
    A Place of Quiet

    I found this Catholic church while on a walk during one of our overnights. Anytime I see stained glass windows from the outside I want to venture inside. It was mid-afternoon and no one was there, just silence. I like silence so I found a pew in the back row, made the sign of the cross and sat down for some quiet time. After a few minutes I heard someone walking around behind me. With my eyes still closed, I felt a light tap on my shoulder and a voice saying, “Excuse me, brother. My name is Lloyd.” I turned around and looked into the eyes of a homeless man. He apologized for interrupting my quiet meditation, then proceeded to tell me he was unemployed and needing money.  As he left I watched as he stepped into an elevator off to the side. He seemed to know that church. Anyway, I found my much needed quiet time and met Lloyd. Hope you are enjoying your Sunday.

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  • architecture,  Canon Powershot G12,  Church

    At Church

    July 17, 2011
    Immaculate Conception Church

    I am sure the next step will be the electronic image, and I hope I shall live to see it. I trust that the creative eye will continue to function, whatever technological innovations may develop. – Ansel Adams – 1983

    This is the interior of the Immaculate Conception Church in old town San Diego. Taken with the G12 and handheld. For me this was the most interesting part of our tourist day in the old town.

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