another

I will admit to knowing nothing about flowers, except; They are plants; My wife likes to receive them. I really like this new lens. Look at the detail! I’m in a sort of photographic heaven. Captured: January 19, 2008.

firsts

I’ve always wanted to try my hand at macro photography. But: I don’t like flowers or bugs; My gear prevented anything other than a mediocre image (yes, I know many of my photos fall into the mediocre category, I didn’t ask your opinion.) After seeing the amazing work or Pogo and Bernie Kasper I thought…

stairwell portraits

You’ve seen my self-portrait on the stairs. The photo of my wife, from the same shoot, is much better. If only I’d been observant enough to spot the damn watch.

Guangzhou: City of rams

Guangzhou is nicknamed Wuyangcheng (City of Five Rams) and Yangcheng (City of Rams). A sculpture of the legendary five rams was erected in Yuexiu Park

high steppin’

What is the history of marching band uniforms? Can I blame America for this madness? Why are Chinese kids in such ridiculous outfits?

much meat

A lot of meat. Open-air market, Central, Hong Kong.