Right before the rain started at Hopedale Pond tonight.
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the dailypic 3294 yr9 007 Ram Island Ledge Light
A trip north to loom at some lighthouses. Started in New Castle Island, NH and made it to Portland, ME. Only saw a handful, it was more about getting away for a day. Might had seen more but we took the dogs with us, and that is a huge ordeal, we are stopped every 10 feet with requests to pat, talk with, take photos of the dogs. “the tall one is female, Josie, 93lbs, 2.5 years old, the ‘little’ one isArgus, he is a puppy, 6.5 months old… no really, yes a puppy. Yes, we are aware he will only get bigger, no it is not her puppy, they are half-siblings, yes they do eat a lot, yes their crap is enormous, yup… they shed, really you knew someone who had one and it died, they do get along, it does look like they are smiling…” move 10 feet, repeat… not complaining at all, they bring joy to everyone who sees them. I let my wife do most the talking, and I send the drone off to get photos, like the one above. That is Ram Island Ledge Light is a lighthouse in Casco Bay, Maine, and favorite of mine that you can see from Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. We also saw Whale-back Light, Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse, Bug Light, Nubble Light but it was under construction and a few other stops on some beaches.
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the dailypic 3274 yr9 352 Choaty The Turtle
I have been at Choate Park a lot over the last few weeks taking photos for families and high school seniors. The last few visits I have crossed paths with, what I am going to believe with no proof) the same baby turtle has crossed my path 4x in 3 days. So, I assume it was trying to get my attention for a session, so a session it got, then returned to the side of the pond. See you again soon Choaty (I named him Choaty), be safe.
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the dailypic 3248 yr9 326 Reflective Mill
I am going to let this stand alone, no explanation. I like it.
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the dailypic 3190 yr9 2619 Kinsman Globe
I have photographed Kinsman Falls in Lincoln, NH more than any other waterfall. A simple falls, that is one of my favorite spots. More on history and memories than the falls itself. We spent a lot of time in NH when I was a kid, and I take my kids up often. Kinsman is just above the Basin, which was a popular stop on our trips. Every time I make the half mile trek up, it always looks different. This time I took the drone and a crystal ball. I have had this ball for years, for photos. Not sure why, but for the first time I threw it in the bag for this trip, glad I did. The drone was a challenge, lots of trees, I did the ‘small planet’ shot for the first time from a low altitude. I think it looks cool, love the trees reaching out. I am sure I will be back up there again before too long.
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the dailypic 3170 yr9 248 Nature’s Art
The pollen washed away and made some art.
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the dailypic 3126 yr9 204 Spring Reflection
A nice Spring day we deserved.
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the dailypic 3031 yr9 109 Charles
The Charles River in snow.
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thedailypic•yr8•300/365•2857•Reynisdrangar
On the South coast of Iceland (my favorite part) is the coolest beach I have ever seen. Basalt sea stacks situated under the mountain Reynisfjall line the outside of this cave. The beach is all black with smooth rocks and the caves are incredible. This photo and the others below are all blown up and look awesome. All ready for next Thursday’s show. I am on track to have at least 50 framed photos, a bunch more matted and about 100 unframed photos to be viewed.
I am working on refreshments, I will have the talent of Kelley McCauley playing music for us. Every person who buys a ticket will get a free matted print when they arrive. Tickets are on sale online (link below) and I will be at my studio 9-noon this Saturday for an open house where you can also stop by and pick up tickets – or drop me a message. In addition to the Iceland photos I hope to display my other work too, as space allows.
Tickets $10/$5 for under16 and seniors: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3033477
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thedailypic•yr8•293/365•2850•Dettifoss
Iceland Thursday – this week, the mighty Dettifoss in North East Iceland. 330 ft wide, 144 ft tall and is considered the most powerful waterfall in Europe. The glacier water is almost gray from sediment and it is loud. It was used in the opening scene of Prometheus as an alien planet. We visited the west side, to access you drive through miles of barren land that looks like I assume Mars would look. All dirt, dust and rocks, the type of road that rattles parts of your car off. All worth it for the view.
Only 2 weeks until the Iceland Photo Show, tickets are starting to sell, I can’t wait. August 3rd, Thayer House Medway, MA. The list pf photos are getting narrowed down and printing has started. If you would like to join us, tickets are $5 for under16/over65 and $10 for others. Early ticket purchases gets you a free 4×6 print from the Iceland set. Let me know if you have any questions, all info is here. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3033477
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thedailypic•yr8•286/365•2843•Seals and Ice
To make up for the insects this week I am starting Iceland Thursdays. Between now and the Iceland Show (Thursday, August 3rd at Thayer House in Medway) I will share some photos from Iceland. This week I have some from our zodiac boat ride through the Ice Lagoon all the way up to a glacier. We saw seals, we saw rocking icebergs and one that had just flipped and was an incredible blue.
I even have some taken with the drone, they are not here though… you can see them at the show. Tickets are on sale now, $10 ($5 for 16 and under and Seniors). Each ticket purchased prior to the show will receive a 4×6 print from the Iceland photos for free. All the info and tickets can be found by clicking here, or drop me a note, I have hard copies of tickets to sell too.
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thedailypic•yr8•274/365•2831•Wrecked Breidafjordur
On the drive across North Iceland, Dan and I spotted a ship washed up on an island. We drove as close as we could then sent the drone over 1/2 a mile to check it out. I found some photos of it online, but no other info. It was a great find no matter how it got there.
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