Photography

Mar 24, 2025 ∞

Biltmore House

The largest private home ever constructed, the Biltmore House in Asheville, NC. It’s a nice place to visit. I’ve cycled and kayaked on the estate. Good times. A large castle-like estate is visible in the background, perched atop a hill. In the foreground, a serene lake reflects the lush green trees lining its shore. The entire scene is enveloped in a peaceful, overcast ambiance, with gentle ripples on the water's surface mirroring the landscape above.

Mar 23, 2025 ∞

Tagged NYC

The view from the walkway of the Manhattan Bridge.

Black and white photo showcasing an urban cityscape with graffiti-covered rooftops in the foreground. High-rise buildings and skyscrapers form the backdrop under a partly cloudy sky. The buildings are adorned with various graffiti tags and artwork, contributing to the gritty, artistic atmosphere of the scene.

Mar 22, 2025 ∞

Should Have Saeved This for Window Friday

Thankfully, the back roads still have a plentiful supply of old farm houses to provide for my photographic needs.

The image shows a window in an old wooden structure. The wooden planks are weathered and grayish-brown, with visible grain and knots. Green vines climb up the wall and extend around the window, which has no glass. Through the window, trees and dense foliage are visible in the background under a cloudy sky. The scene conveys an abandoned and rural atmosphere.

Mar 21, 2025 ∞

Carolina Panther

Charlotte street scene

Colorful street art featuring a fierce black panther with sharp claws and an intense gaze is painted on a brick wall. Three people are walking past it on the sidewalk; they appear to be engaged in casual activity. The mural is vibrant with shades of blue, pink, and green, adding a dynamic backdrop to the scene.

Mar 21, 2025 ∞

Garden of the Gods

Garden of the Gods in the Spring Snow, near Colorado Springs

A snowy path winds through a forested area with trees heavily covered in snow. In the background, a large rock formation is partially visible through the falling snow, adding a sense of depth and tranquility to the wintry scene.

Mar 20, 2025 ∞

Tracks in the Forest

Aberdeen and Rockfish Railroad near Raeford, NC

A railway track curves through a forested area. The tracks are surrounded by dense trees, with golden sunlight casting a warm glow on the foliage. The light creates vibrant orange and yellow highlights on the leaves, suggesting the time is either sunrise or sunset. The path of the tracks leads deeper into the shaded part of the forest.

Mar 19, 2025 ∞

Manhattan Graffiti

Street photographer, Jay Maisel, owned the famous 190 Bowery building, a six-story, 72-room building in Manhattan to which the sticker was affixed. He lived and worked there for several decades before selling it in 2015.

A black and white mural on a textured wall depicts a person in traditional attire holding a rifle. The image is surrounded by graffiti and street art, including stylized eyes and a heart with the word "LOVE" written on it. The wall has various layers of textures, paint, and other artworks, contributing to a gritty urban atmosphere.

Mar 18, 2025 ∞

Birds of Africa

White Headed Mouse Bird, native to East Africa #Birds

A bird with a distinctive white crest and textured gray plumage perches on a branch. The background is softly blurred with hints of green and brown, highlighting the bird's sharp gaze and intricate feather pattern.

Mar 16, 2025 ∞

Shenandoah National Park

My journal prompt today was to find my favorite photo of myself. This is a picture my wife took of me on our honeymoon. A person is hiking through a lush, green forest on a narrow dirt path. The forest is dense with tall trees and thick undergrowth, and the scene is enveloped in a light mist, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The hiker is carrying a large backpack and wearing shorts, with trekking poles in hand.

Mar 16, 2025 ∞

Crystal Ball

Greenfield Park, Wilmington, NC

Mar 15, 2025 ∞

The Pier at Avon on NC's Outer Banks

My daughter got married about 100 yards down the beach from this pier on the weekend before Memorial Day in 2006.. A black and white image of a long wooden pier extending over calm water. The pier's supports cast reflections on the water, creating a serene atmosphere. Above, the sky is filled with streaks of clouds, adding texture to the scene. The shoreline is visible in the foreground, with a smooth, sandy surface.

Mar 14, 2025 ∞

Birds of Asia

The Scarlet-faced Liocichla, native to Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, and southern China. #Birds

Close-up of a bird with vibrant red and orange feathers on its head and black beak, perched on a branch with soft-focus background. It has dark, round eyes and greenish feathers on its body.

Mar 13, 2025 ∞

Farm House on River Road

An abandoned tenant house on the Hubbard farm in rural Cumberland County, NC Black and white photo of a Posted sign on the gate into a field where a white wooden farm house sits

Mar 13, 2025 ∞

Window to the Past

Window to the past. Think of the conversations held around that table. McDougald Road, Mamers, NC Black and white image of an old, weathered wooden house with peeling paint. A broken window reveals a glimpse of the interior, where a chair is partially visible. Leafless vines creep up the exterior, adding a sense of abandonment and decay.