Tag: close up
Jungle
Not all that long ago, I found myself in a tropical jungle… Ok, maybe not…But the sun was hot, the air was humid and boy were the plants pretty…
Smile
Perhaps it’s the combination of colors, or the layered brush strokes, or even remembering the spot where I took this quick shot, but for whatever reason, there’s just something about this texture that makes me smile…
Wood and nails
Similar to a recent entry about sorting through unpublished photos, another theme struck me while sorting… Wood and/or nails.. Wood on the side of a century old barn.. ..a nail helping to cover a broken window… The grain of exterior of an old home tool shop.. ..on the door of an ancient windmill… .. and …
Farm Textures
Inevitably, while exploring the farm, I can’t help but notice all the subtle colors and textures. Here are just a few that caught my eye:
The Farm
Among my travels this year, have been several trips abroad to spend time with my friends and extended family. It’s been a wonderful treat to grow closer and revisit places I’d not seen in many years. One of the more relaxing side trips while traveling was to a friend’s farm for the holidays. As one …
Brunch
Found this on my walk home from brunch earlier today…
Blue as a robin’s egg, brown as a hog…
Another something I tripped over the other day on my walk…
Walkabout
The other day I went for a walk after work…. the sinking sun felt good on my skin. What have you been up to lately, dear readers?
Photos from the road
It’s been a long time since I’ve shared photos or non-daily portrait work with any regularity; but thank you, dear readers, for your patience. I think it’s time to end the wait…wouldn’t you agree?
Mars, Vol. 2: Skin
While on Mars the other day, I was fascinated by the unusual skin of the native fauna: Their skin appeared vibrant while remaining resilient to the harsh climes of the Martian frontier…
Mission to Mars
Yesterday, I went to Mars… I was out of milk…
The other day
The other day I found myself out for a walk in the blustery North wind… and despite the bitter cold, I couldn’t resist taking a few shots:
Errands
Even when I’m out running errands, I end up working. See? Working while trying to take a break isn’t really such a terrible thing, mind you… Do you have a hard time turning off your work brain, dear readers?
Today’s fresh textures
After taking most of last week off, I thought I’d start the week off with a few fresh texture finds:
The Winter Coat
Years ago, I found this coat. It is more of a piece of artwork than it is a wardrobe item: What keeps you warm this time of year, dear readers?