Water Flowing

Water Flowing

The water is flowing fast in the Milwaukee River these days.  This shot was taken under the Locust Street bridge on the East Side of Milwaukee.  Taken at midday, I used a 10-stop ND filter to slow down the water and create the smooth, silk-like motion. For some reason, while I was shooting,  the chorus…… Continue reading Water Flowing

Straight Line Above

Straight Line Above

“The straight line belongs to men, the curved one to God.” –Antoni Gaudi Whenever I am out and about, I’m always looking up (and down and around).  Some of the most interesting photographs can be found when you look at things from a different perspective.  And that is especially true of architecture. Looking up, I…… Continue reading Straight Line Above

Wonderful Magic

Wonderful Magic

You get some wonderful magical surprises when you experiment.  For this sweet shot of my son, I used a Diana+ 110mm soft focus telephoto Lomography lens.  The cheap plastic lens produces a very cool retro soft glow to everything.  If you are looking for tack sharp images, this lens is NOT for you.  However, it…… Continue reading Wonderful Magic

Waiting for the River

Waiting for the River

“He who postpones the hour of living is like the rustic waiting for the river to run out before he crosses.” –Horace I am often guilty of standing by while the world spins around.   Minor things become important while the essentials are forgotten or relegated to the bottom of the to-do lists.   However, time…… Continue reading Waiting for the River

The Chicago Elevated

The Elevated II

It has been a couple of years since I’ve taken a ride on the Chicago Elevated.  And a bit longer than that since I took this photo. (July, 2011)  But tomorrow I will be back in old Chi-Town to meet some great friends and spend the entire day shooting the city.  It is interesting that…… Continue reading The Chicago Elevated

Eternity Spinning

Eternity Spinning

“Whatever may happen to you was prepared for you from all eternity; and the implication of causes was from eternity spinning the thread of your being.” –Marcus Aurelius Do you ever have one of those days where you feel like Sisyphus, repeatedly rolling the proverbial boulder up the hill only to see it roll down again…… Continue reading Eternity Spinning

Inner Dialogue

Inner Dialogue

“When there is complete peace of mind when the outer world is chaotic,  you will truly be free.” –Matthew Donnelly, “Spirit of Motivation” As humans, we always have that inner dialogue going on in our heads.  Constant internal bickering and fighting like two children on the playground can really wear you out.  I can do it.…… Continue reading Inner Dialogue

Warp Speed

Warp speed

A shot of my son as he was running circles around the house, screaming and laughing.  Warp speed ahead! He certainly keeps me and my wife on our toes.  And in shape from chasing him in circles! Day 112 of my 365 photo a day project. If you are looking for art for your home…… Continue reading Warp Speed