• Black and White,  Candid Portraits,  Documentary/Street,  lifestyles

    March 3, 2018
    Waiting on the Bus
    Waiting on the Bus

    I took several images of this young student waiting for the bus at the transit center on campus. At first I thought she was reading the college newspaper that’s in her hand but realized she was on her phone. She came and sat down behind me on the rock bench oblivious to much of her surroundings. I do not believe she was aware of me so I was able to take a half dozen shots. Nor can she hear anything around her.  As I watched, it dawned on me she was sitting where they had glued those chocolate candy bars that I posted an image of a few weeks ago. They’ve removed the candy bars but the glue is still there and it’s tacky. I had to smile because I am very much like her in that I can get lost in my thoughts or my phone and not be present to the moment.

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  • People/Portraits,  Self-portraits

    February 24, 2018

    We had some gray clouds yesterday afternoon that provided some very nice defused light in my bedroom, great for portraits. Unfortunately I had no beautiful model nearby so I grabbed an “old” standby. Had him stare out the window and took a half dozen shots. I like the lighting but sure can tell he needs a haircut and the beard trimmed. Probably lose half a million of my followers after posting this. 🙂 Have a super weekend!
     

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  • Candid Portraits,  Children,  People/Portraits

    Just Before the Crash

    January 24, 2018
    End of a long day
    End of a long day

    Children are awesome! We can learn much  from them if we take the time to observe and remain teachable. But, that’s for some other post. Anyway, I came across this image while looking for another image. This little gal and her mother were enjoying some together time at a local coffeehouse. Not sure but it seems to me like her very full day is about to hit a wall, sugar and all. Her mom allowed me to take this image just before the crash. Hope you have a great day.

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  • Candid Portraits,  People/Portraits,  quotes,  Thích Nhất Hạnh

    Love Her Smile

    November 3, 2017
    Love Her Smile
    Love Her Smile

     “Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.”

    Thích Nhất Hạnh

    I had the privilege to share a conversation with this young lady at one of the local coffeehouses this past week. At times I felt like I was talking with someone much older than she was. There was a confidence in her voice about who she is and no need to try and play some role to impress others. There was enough comfort in our short time together to ask for a portrait. How about that smile!

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