Backboard at Dusk

With a beautiful setting sky, but a backboard that I found too dark, I decided to use a flash on the basket and take "Backboard at Dusk" at a slow speed to help create a sense of tension and movement.

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Field 4

Removing the color in "Field 4" allowed me to put more emphasis on the shapes and hopefully, to create more mood.

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Shop Entrance

"Shop Entrance" was photographed in historic Jacksonville, the first gold mining town in Oregon, now frequented by sightseers and shoppers.

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Airport Moments

"Airport Moments" is from Ashland's annual airport show. This photograph is the result of merging three images taken moments apart. Any ideas about which elements were there and which ones were added?

W30

"W30" is imprinted on the side of a freight train car parked in Montague, California.

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Civil War Memory

I happened to be driving through Fort Klamath last week as a Civil War reenactment was in progress. "Civil War Memory" was taken inside one of the tents.

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Barbed Seraphim

It was quite a double take when I spotted "Barbed Seraphim" adjacent to the cemetery at Emigrant Lake. On first glance I was attracted by what appeared to be an angel-like figure, which prompted me to take a close look. My rational mind concluded it was a leaf, but the impression this shape with thread and barbed wire left was not something I was willing to immediately brush off.

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Boat on Trailer

"Boat on Trailer" was taken in Port Orford, Oregon, the location of the only drydock on the west coast. The harbor isn't protected by breakwaters, so the boats are hoisted from the water onto trailers parked along the dock.

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RR Graphic

When I approach my photography, graphic design is always in the back of my mind. It helps me to find more order in the world, often in unlikely places, and in the process, imparts a sense of calm. "RR Graphic" was taken on the side of an old freight train car parked in Montague, California.

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Sandlot Buddies

Since moving to Oregon in 2004, I haven't spent as much time photographing people. The unexpected moment in "Sandlot Buddies" reminds me how much fun it is to bring my camera to events where people are immersed in activities they love. Attuning to the moment, there's always a chance to capture something unforeseen.

Ocean View at Night

There's a mysterious quality to night time photography that's fun to explore. "Ocean View" at night was taken at the campground at Brookings Harbor in SW Oregon.

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Church and Net

Unexpected juxtapositions are always a delight, especially when they have a connection, in this case the colors. "Church and Net" was taken last April in Virginia City, NV.

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Montague Airport

One of the charms about small, remote airports is accessibility. Its obviously very different in large cities where law enforcement keeps an eye on photographers. The small airport at Montague in Northern California is also blessed with a mountainous setting.

24 Panes

"24 Panes" was taken at Sawyer's Bar, a small,
remote village in The Klamath National Forest
in Siskiyou County. The window panes are part
of the oldest Catholic Church in Northern CA.

Tree House I

See caption below Tree House II

Tree House II

Tree House I & II were taken in Eureka, CA last Sunday after I awoke to a coating of snow, very unusual for the California coast, especially in the spring. A little later, the sun peeked through just long enough to photograph this house before it started to hail.

After The Game

Juxtaposing fans in the foreground against ballplayers in the background, separated by fencing is a visual challenge I like to explore.

Hanging Out With Santa

Every December, motorcyclists converge in Medford for the annual Toy Run, when they parade through the downtown section, adorned with toys for low-income children that are donated to the Salvation Army. Of course, Santa is central to the scene as well as this follower with a bit of an attitude.

Winter Mailbox

"Winter Mailbox" was taken along The Old Siskiyou Highway near Ashland.

No Overnight

I spotted this sign and lamp post in a parking lot near The Battery Point Lighthouse in Crescent City, CA

Valley Basketball

"Valley Basketball" was taken in Ashland's railroad district.
I pass by often, but rarely pause, despite many memories of shooting baskets near Philadelphia as a child.

Regatta #2

"Regatta #2" was taken in May, 2004 during the annual Dad Vail Regatta along the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia. Crews from all over the country converge for this notable competition. These officials take a moment to pause between races.

Fenced In

ODOT has a station in Ashland where gravel and cinders for winter road traction are kept. The piles reminded me of mountain ranges. The fence in front provided a stark juxtaposition.

North Mountain Park

My fascination with sport fields started in my early years when I frequented them often to play whatever sport was in season. Today I tend to be drawn more by the spaciousness I feel between games and by the anticipation of games to come.

Auto Section

I didn't have to go very far for the early morning frost patterns on this car parked right across the street.

Railroad District

This is one of a long string of freight cars parked in Ashland’s Railroad District. With the current state of the economy, they may be around for a while, though I hope this is not the case. The foothills of the Cascades are visible through the oval openings.

Rock Caricature

I discovered "Rock Caricature" at Shore Acres on Cape Arago during a visit last October. With every visit, I find patterns that were overlooked on previous trips.

Driving Range Rainbow

Sometimes computer breakdowns have their benefits. When my iBook crashed, I took off for Medford to get it repaired. There was a beautiful rainbow along the way, but I didn't see any elements that were interesting enough to juxtapose it with until
I reached the driving range netting at Bear Creek Golf Course.

Road Sign

Road signs always seem to attract my eye
and in fog, even more so.

Night Sign

Without flash or tripod, I decided to venture out into the night at Bandon, Oregon where I found the reflection of a neon light on the back of a stop sign.