What really matters

Now that the 2012 election is behind us it’s time to put the world back into perspective. If the candidate you wanted for president won, then congratulations, if not, you get to complain over the next four years (as long as you voted). Photography helps keep me grounded in times of business and helps me to focus on the eternal quest of capturing light. Sunrises and sunsets continue, as they have for millions of years, but each one is unique. This one graced my camera’s sensor a few days ago, back when the course of the country was up for grabs. Fortunately, beauty will continue to exist no matter who leads our great nation.

Nikon D800 Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 @ 70mm f/9 ISO 100 7 image HDR

Election Day 2012

I’m not one to rant about trivial things, therefore election day is not a piece of fluff decorating the cake of democracy. The right to vote was one of the fundamental virtues this country was first empowered with. “Taxation without representation” was what the first patriots fought against. It’s easy to get caught up in the hype and propaganda, or the insults and the bad behavior. That’s NOT what I’m talking about. Wars have been fought, millions of people have died, lives have been proudly given for the dream of democracy. The fragile idea that began our origins has blossomed into the most powerful country in the world. Today, make the Continental Congress delegates proud, let them know that democracy’s blood flows strong within America’s veins even after 236 years. Exercise the right given to you by God and not by any government. Make your voice heard today. Vote!

Cheyney vs. Shippensburg

Last Saturday afternoon I was granted the privilege of photographing the Wolves taking on the Red Raiders at Shippensburg. The home team displayed the skill of their undefeated record and kept the Wolves at bay, winning by a strong 61-9. Cheyney fought with heart through the battle and never gave up the fight, but the Shippensburg offence was too nimble with their lightning fast preparations between downs. It was a cold day for the fans reminding everyone that November is here and hot blooded football fans still attend the games.

Cheyney vs Shippensburg

The Peace of Sunrise

One of the best things about waking up before the masses is the solitude. The atmosphere takes on new fragrances of freshness and moisture. Sounds from the environment peak interest. Flashes of movement spark excitement. Quietness can become deafening over time. It’s a great time to reflect on our world and just how beautiful and fragile it is. A few clouds in the wrong place can drastically change a landscape. Each day is new and different. Everyone needs a little wonder in their day, sometimes it comes first thing in the morning as the sun bends it light around the Earth. Enjoy the weekend.

Pink and Blue

Nikon D800 Tokina 16-28mm f/2.8 @ 16mm f/13 ISO 100 5 image HDR

Welcome to November

Time surely has flown by this year and with Hurricane Sandy just passed I think it’s good we enter the time for giving thanks. With most of the leaves stripped from the trees, the colors of Autumn are quickly disappearing. For me the time change approaching this weekend means more chances for sunrise pictures, but less chances for sunsets.
Updates: My sports photography keeps increasing and I have to say, it’s quite exciting. I love being right there in the heart of the action. This is an area of my photography that I will keep trying to improve, and be more prolific.

Landscape photography is a passion of mine. When the timing, the preparation, the planning all come together into an image of wonder, it is a great feeling.

Travel photography also brings me joy. I love to get out and see the world. Later this month my wife and I will be visiting Sedona AZ (we took our first trip ever together there) and I’m already searching for exotic places to explore next year.

November 2012

November 2012

Nikon D800 Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 @ 70mm f/2.8 ISO 100 1/2500 sec