Project 365 – Day 86
Though the grass and leaves are not green yet, blooming trees like Bradford Pears and Red Buds are in full splendor. Spring is finally making an appearance!
Springtime Drive
X100s, 23mm f/2.0, 1/550 sec @ f/8.0, ISO800
… a photographic journal
Student Art
Project 365 – Day 85
Tonight I covered a high school art show for my friend Glenn. It’s a very well organized event. I was amazed at the broad range of talent from this group. The event also included performing arts, mainly dance and music. The musical talent, especially pianists, was also very impressive. Today’s youth have access to so many resources and forms of artistic expression. It was exciting to see so many getting involved and capitalizing on opportunities like this.
Art Show – Greater Atlanta Christian
Fuji X100s, 23mm f/2.0, 1/30 sec @ f/4.0, ISO3200
Wisdom
Project 365 – Day 84
Rough day … but I find incredible comfort and wisdom from this:
Proverbs 3:5-6
My Baby
Project 365 – Day 83
OK, so maybe I’ve been overdoing the sunburst thing lately. This time of year, much the same as autumn, brings beautiful sunsets on a near pollution free horizon. The skies and long sunsets have a clarity that is hidden by clouds in the winter and haze in the summer.
Crisp morning, clear skies, peak temperature of 70F – it’s a perfect day to ride the bike to work! When two of my favorite things show up on the same day, there MUST be a photo opportunity on the horizon (ahem).
Heidi at Sunset
Fuji X100s, 23mm f/2.0, 1/350 sec @ f/16, ISO1600
After Hours Window Shopping
Project 365 – Day 82
Awnings
Fuji X100s, 23mm f/2.0, 1/80 sec @ f/2.8, ISO3200
Sneak Peek through Window
Fuji X100s, 23mm f/2.0, 1/40 sec @ f/2.8, ISO3200
The Power of a Meal Together
Project 365 – Day 81
There are many studies that point to the benefits of having family meals together regularly. Among other things, they provide a sense of unity. Its a means of instilling common values across generations. They provide a place for strengthening relationships through communication, as well as enjoying each others company in a relaxed setting. Our family shares dinner together most nights, and we would not trade the world for this.
I have recently been reminded of the value extending beyond family. We cater lunch for our entire division at work each Friday. This helps build and strengthen friendships and comradery. It also fosters trust and community. Similarly, our tech and music teams share meals between worship services at church. The church is kind enough to cater meals, knowing that we volunteer for long stretches of time on Sundays. This is not only convenient, but it affords opportunities to meet others and get to know them. Otherwise, we would not likely take the time given our hectic pace and schedule.
Meal sharing is the ultimate form of hospitality and generosity, and is often the best ice breaker.
Meal in Green Room
Fuji X100s, 23mm f/2.0, 1/25 sec @ f/4.0, ISO3200
This Girl Loves Her Blueberries
Project 365 – Day 80
Sydney Eating Blueberries
Sydney Eating Blueberries
Fuji X100s, 23mm f/2.0, 1/70 sec @ f/4.0, ISO3200
Spring Awakening – Front Row Seat
Project 365 – Day 79
Springtime is the land awakening. The March winds are the morning yawn. ~ Quoted by Lewis Grizzard in Kathy Sue Loudermilk, I Love You
Front Row Seat to Spring’s Arrival
Fuji X100s, 23mm f/2.0, 1/100 sec @ f/8.0, ISO1250
After 5
Project 365 – Day 78
Work hard, play hard. / All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. / The supreme accomplishment is to blur the line between work and play. (Arnold J. Toynbee)
Tonight was an evening of fun and relaxation with work friends. Special thanks go to Carol for hosting us! It’s an amazing blessing to work with people who know how to laugh and enjoy each other.
Coworkers
Fuji X-T1, 14mm f/2.8, Multi-image Blend
Turning a Corner
Project 365 – Day 77
Tennis was once “my sport,” so I always associate it with springtime. I lettered in tennis all 4 years of high school, played on a partial scholarship in college, and continued to play for years afterward. Unfortunately, an injury put an end to it. I still love watching tennis, and I definitely miss playing. It was a real blow when I had to toss in the towel.
Ironically, the end of tennis sparked a new beginning. Needing a new past time, I returned to photography. I learned the basics of photography from my brother while I was in high school. I shot for the yearbook and casually in college, but dropped it afterward. The expense and other demands shelved it once we started our family and careers.
A work colleague mentioned his camera and hobby, and more conversations resulted in my rekindled interest. I remembered how much I enjoyed it in earlier years. I began shooting film again and quickly became hooked and obsessed with learning. Also, digital photography began taking off. It opened an entirely new world of control over the development of what I captured. So here we are … loving the craft and artistic challenge!
Cornered
Fuji X-T1, 35mm f/1.4, 1/640 @ f/5.6, ISO400
1882
Project 365 – Day 76
I love this old church only a few miles from our home. I’ve photographed it before, and each time I find a slightly different vantage point. This is my favorite so far. The strong framing of the trees is almost made-to-order. The image composition also goes three layers deep, with the foreground tree, the church, and the stand of trees behind it (camera right). I had a totally different subject idea in mind for today’s photograph, but I missed catching the light I wanted. So on my way home, I couldn’t help but stop and shoot this old friend again.
This church was established in 1866. The current structure was built in 1882. It has been well cared for, and to this day has an appealing charm. It is so simple yet it has enduring character. There’s also an old cemetery behind it, which I plan to explore someday soon.
Rock Springs Methodist
Fuji X100s, 23mm f/2.0, 1/100 sec @ f/8.0, ISO800
Winter Fading
Project 365 – Day 75
These last remnants of winter hang by a thread.
Forest Sunburst
Fuji X-T1, 56mm f/1.2, 1/120 sec @ f/11, ISO3200