Desaturated Soul

Patriots

I saw this scene near a store in PA.   It appeared that they came out of the forest to improve the image of our country...and make us strong.   

Sienna Train

Leaving Florence for Sienna was very exciting, expecially since we were going to see the Palio.   Standing at the doorway of the train, I noticed all the lines and angles of the station and the train coming through.

I am a member of Women in Photography International and was accepted, several seasons back, as part of an exhibit in memory of Linda McCartney.   The exhibit was called Tea Time and one can still find mention of it on the web site:   www.wipi.org.   Click on the teapot and look through exhibition information.

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New Mexico Landscape

Adobe - Much of New Mexican architecture is inspired by the adobe dwelling. It’s common to see ladders leaning against the homes. One of the oldest adobe dwellings can be found in the Taos Pueblo.It was interesting for me to discover that adobe brick (combination of mud, sand and straw) originated in Spain and was brought to Mexico by the Spaniards who settled there. The adobe style of architecture was then brought to New Mexico.

Facing the Sun

The mannequin, facing the sunlit fields, bows her head away from the sun.   Although she seems protected by her huge sunglasses, she appears disturbed by the strong rays.

Boots

This image intrigued me.   I wondered to whom these boots belonged.   The photograph has strength because the boots would probably be worn by those who are muscular and physically fit.   They might belong to construction workers or to those who are athletes.  They are quite durable and needed by people in certain professions.

Purpose of My Blog

The main reason for establishing a blog is to make my photographs available to others, and hopefully, they will feel some of the emotion I felt when shooting the images. I'm interested in exhibiting and publishing a book of the black and white photographs. This is only the beginning as I have hundreds of photos which can be shown. My style of photography is to shoot up close, in a very personal manner. I welcome your comments and suggestions.

Sienna Palio

The Palio is a medieval event that takes place in Sienna twice in August. It's primarily a horse race where about seventeen neighborhoods in Sienna compete for the coveted title of winning the Palio. However, before the actual event, the visitor can see the pageantry displayed for each district.   One can see the horses, riders, and costumes that are typical of those worn in medieval times.  People travel from all parts of the world to view this very popular spectacle.

Lakota Pride

I met this Native American during a trip to the western part of the United States. He came to speak about his heritage, and the pride on his face was inescapable. His face just glowed as he spoke of his people and their struggles. Although he doesn't dress in this manner on a day to day basis, he and his family have decided to follow many of the Lakota rituals. He seems to be at peace with himself.