Our Photoblog

2006-06-20T21:59:00.000-07:00

How funny I found a horse too. It had got in to the woods at the bottom of the garden and was eyeing up my plants.

scan0033

2006-06-20T11:09:00.000-07:00

scan0033
Originally uploaded by lou tamposi.

My cousin Sam and I went on a photographic journey using a fisheye camera and found a horse.

June Theme: Photographer's Choice

2006-06-04T00:58:00.000-07:00

Well, we are back and our theme this month is: Photographer's Choice. Expect a variety of themes and subject matter. Thanks for joining us.

Taking A Break

2006-05-24T02:23:00.000-07:00

Everyone has been busy this month so we are an unscheduled break. See you in June!

2006-04-29T23:26:00.000-07:00

I saw this poor dog at the Market in Redhill, Surrey. UK yesterday. I can only feel sorry for him.

2006-04-13T12:06:00.000-07:00

plaiting palms for Palm Sunday outside Sineu Church, Sineu, Mallorca.

April Theme: Spring

2006-04-08T18:54:00.000-07:00

Spring: New Things, New Photos.

Recent pictures of Spring and anything new and interesting.

dawn over Chipstead, Surrey

2006-03-25T05:27:00.000-08:00

Having Fun

2006-03-22T21:28:00.000-08:00

Goats 01
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Having fun is important. Lately I have been having too much fun to get serious with photography.

feeling sheepish

2006-03-19T01:37:00.000-08:00

I caught these sheep eating breakfast - no sign of any lambs though - which was what I had hoped for.

2006-03-15T12:08:00.000-08:00

snowdrops this afternoon, a welcome indicator that we might eventaully get some warmer weather

My Cat

2006-03-13T19:46:00.000-08:00

My Cat
Originally uploaded by sek1186.

I guess the title kinda explains this one. For some reason its been one of my favorite photos for quite awhile. That's basically the reason I chose to post it this time around.

Beach huts in Tankerton, Kent

2006-03-12T00:56:00.000-08:00

March Theme: Photographer's Choice

2006-03-05T23:06:00.000-08:00

We're off to a late start this month since most of us have been busy. This month members will post (within reason) any photo they want to.

shopping words

2006-02-11T03:02:00.000-08:00

favorite books

2006-02-05T18:36:00.000-08:00

favorite books
Originally uploaded by .lou.

A collage for the former Flickr "Chase" group of my favorite books at the time of the Chase.

The aberrant apostrophe

2006-02-05T03:17:00.000-08:00

Being a very sad person my eye is often drawn to the improper use of the apostrophe. In this case the sign was in Ikea, Purley Way, Croydon, The South London for you Left pondians

Roses has been given one and should not have, where as Valentine's should and wasn't.

If you catch my drift

Scandal

2006-02-03T03:46:00.000-08:00

Scandal
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Just a part of my sordid history.

An old photo album containing postcards and part of a tourist newspaper from London. The paper was given to me by other students. We were touring parts of Europe in 1979.

dissolve

2006-02-02T17:44:00.000-08:00

dissolve
Originally uploaded by .lou.

I used my 50mm lens reversed to experiment with a really shallow depth-of-field a while ago. The results were interesting.

Steamy Monday

2006-02-02T17:04:00.000-08:00

Steamy Monday
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Monday Magazine is a weekly newsmagazine in Victoria. It sometmes prints controversial stuff but isn't a tabloid. The staff do have fun playing with the cover though.

Afraid

2006-02-02T16:45:00.000-08:00

Outside of Hirshhorn
Originally uploaded by sek1186.

This was taken outside of the Hirshhorn museum in Washington DC. It has the phrase "Don't be afraid!" in many different languages. I thought it was pretty smart that they put the English translation really small. I wasn't even able to get it in this picture.

February Theme: Words And Writing

2006-02-02T16:22:00.000-08:00

Written language is an important part of our daily lives. We read websites, blogs, books, and many other publications. When we walk down the street we read signs and graffiti. Writing is everywhere. This month we will be presenting photographs of writing in all its myriad forms. Enjoy.

2006-01-25T13:11:00.000-08:00

What a difference 14 years makes

2006-01-14T05:36:00.000-08:00

My parents and I watching our first tv in about 1956 0r 57. probably a sunday as Dad was wearing a suit - Now that's old

Some Would Disagree

2006-01-10T07:06:00.000-08:00

Snow Is Not
Originally uploaded by firemind.

I walked down Yates Street yesterday and saw some new graffiti. This one was funny and wasn't defacing anything so I didn't mind it.

Fallout

2006-01-08T10:32:00.000-08:00

Fallout
Originally uploaded by sek1186.

This was the last thing I expected to see when walking around downtown. But I thought it was kinda cool that they left it up.

Cashew Tree

2006-01-06T07:27:00.000-08:00

Cashew Tree
Originally uploaded by .lou.

This was the first photo I posted to Flickr. I took it while I was in Belize last summer- it's a cashew tree. For the record, cashew wine doesn't taste that great.
This photo is also number three on my most viewed, I assume because of it's old age.

Recording History

2006-01-05T20:55:00.000-08:00

Bay 07
Originally uploaded by firemind.

I took many photos of architectural features last year. My goal wasn't to be artistic. I wanted to record what I saw and take a little bit of the beauty home with me.

This is a photo of the old Hudson Bay Store. The Bay is now located in a mall downtown. The future of the building is still not decided.

I shopped in this building several times over the years. I also did security there for a few months.

Taking photos of "old things" creates something new from them.

Celebrating The New Year With Food

2006-01-05T20:30:00.000-08:00

Western Omelet
Originally uploaded by firemind.

This was one of the last pics I took in 2004 and the first one I uploaded to Flickr in 2005. The photo lasted longer than the food.

Another man's trash...

2006-01-05T20:16:00.000-08:00

Old Bike
Originally uploaded by sek1186.

I saw this as I was leaving from my little trip in downtown Roanoke. This old bike was just sitting out by the bus station. It may have been someone's trash, but now its one of my favorite photos that I've taken. Plus, the confused looks on the guys' faces outside as I took the photo were great.

January Theme: Old And New

2006-01-05T17:27:00.000-08:00

January is an odd time. We are ready (or not) for the new year but still recovering from the old one. Our theme this month takes this into consideration. We will post old pics of things that were new to us; new pics of old things; or any other combination of old and new. There should be lots of variety for you to enjoy!

Reality Shift

2005-12-24T23:43:00.000-08:00

Xmas Fountain
Originally uploaded by firemind.

The fountain at The Bay Centre becomes a festive symbol of the Holiday Season. Coloured lights, poinsettias, trees, and fake snow are part of the illusion.

Not Much Snow

2005-12-24T23:27:00.000-08:00

Snow Leaves
Originally uploaded by firemind.

We haven't had much snow in Victoria (at least in my area). This little bit didn't last.

Really Cold in New York

2005-12-16T12:20:00.000-08:00

Snowy Long Exposure
Originally uploaded by cafenut.

It's getting pretty cold in New York. Every few days, it snows. The good thing is that the snow doesn't last too long and the snow that is left behind melts. The snow on roads and sidewalks melts faster than that on places like yards.

New Members

2005-12-05T14:02:00.000-08:00

I would like to welcome our new members: Fintan, Shahid, and Stephen. I hope you enjoy participating in Our Photoblog.

Holiday Parades Are Fun!

2005-12-05T05:21:00.000-08:00

SP 07 by firemind.

December Theme: Winter Holidays

2005-12-05T05:12:00.000-08:00

December is here and that means it's almost winter and it is holiday season. This month we will post photos with a holiday theme and general seasonal pics. Santas, snow, and rain are just some of the things you may see here this month.

For London

2005-11-15T19:16:00.000-08:00

For London
Originally uploaded by firemind.

This year on Guy Fawkes night

2005-11-08T22:02:00.000-08:00

Remember, Remember the 5th of November
Gunpowder treason and plot
I see no reason
why gunpowder treason
Should ever be forgot

Last year on Guy Fawkes Night

2005-11-08T21:58:00.000-08:00

My First Pic In November 2004

2005-11-07T01:10:00.000-08:00

Mermaid Mosaic 2
Originally uploaded by firemind.

November Theme: Old And New

2005-11-07T00:52:00.000-08:00

The Demo Blog and Our Photoblog are one year old this month. To commemorate our anniversary we will post some of our old favourites and some new pics.

Fallen

2005-10-28T22:33:00.000-07:00

Fallen
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Crow Tree 3

2005-10-25T19:45:00.000-07:00

Crow Tree 3
Originally uploaded by firemind.

The crows would land and feed for a bit. Then they would fly off with a noisy call. I was glad to get some close expressive photographs.

Crow Tree 1

2005-10-25T19:42:00.000-07:00

Crow Tree 1
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Crows decended on this tree to feed on the berries.

2005-10-12T22:16:00.000-07:00

autumn means warmer footwear

2005-10-04T12:32:00.000-07:00

fallen horsechestnuts (conkers)

Going to uni

2005-10-02T23:03:00.000-07:00

In the UK autumn (or fall) means the start of the new academic year, Shops under seige from Parent buying new school uniforms, and cars loads of treasured posessions moving round the country.

October Theme: Fall Transitions.

2005-10-01T01:09:00.000-07:00

September 21st marked the official beginning of Autumn. The season is a time of transition from the heat and growth of Summer to the cold stillness of Winter. Fall is a time of falling leaves, bright colours, and harvests.

Fall is important in the human cycle as well. We harvest crops, and make preparations for Winter. Students head back to school and many tourists go home. Fall is a time of transition for us too.

Our photos this month will deal with both the natural and humans aspects of the season.

We are participating in Animationman's Fall Festival. You can find out more information about it in this post.

The Dragon

2005-09-12T02:52:00.000-07:00

The Dragon
Originally uploaded by firemind.

I missed most of the Dragon Boat Festival this year. I did catch this wild character though.

The party in the beer garden was still going strong when I took this pic. Some things never change.:)

A Member of the Wedding

2005-09-08T23:58:00.000-07:00

As mother of the bride I had to post this
Me with my *birth* family ( as opposed to in- laws of one description and another)

September Theme: Parties And Celebrations

2005-09-08T22:57:00.000-07:00

September is well under way and we are just getting organized. That's what happens when you get busy.

This month's theme is Parties and Celebrations. Weddings, birthdays, bar mitzvahs and other celebrations may be included. Smaller fun occasions such as parties, barbecues, and picnics are appropriate too. Whenever we find people having fun we will photograph them.

Golden

2005-08-28T16:55:00.000-07:00

Golden
Originally uploaded by firemind.

One of my 'friends'.

Flint, Michigan

2005-08-14T14:58:00.000-07:00

Downtown Flint
Originally uploaded by river ridge.

I like this pic since it shows main street in the downtown area in my hometown. This car show, benefiting Toys for Tots, was well attended and had many of the early model cars that were made right here in Flint. This part of downtown is known also for it's partial brick street which has been there for many years.

30's Auburn

2005-08-07T10:30:00.000-07:00

Auburn
Originally uploaded by river ridge.

This car, at the New Lothrop Antique Car show in July, really caught my eye. I can just invision some movie star driving around in it in the 1930's. I liked the front license plate on it too.

Coffee

2005-08-05T00:38:00.000-07:00

Coffee
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Where would I be without coffee? It is a fine beverage for any potluck.

Chocolate Pistachio

2005-08-05T00:19:00.000-07:00

Chocolate Pistachio
Originally uploaded by firemind.

A yummy dessert for this years Online Potluck.

Fireworks 6

2005-08-03T02:55:00.000-07:00

Fireworks 6
Originally uploaded by firemind.

This one of my favourite pics. These fireworks pics are the first I have ever taken with my digital camera.

August Theme - Photographer's Choice (And Online Potluck)

2005-08-03T01:48:00.000-07:00

This month's theme is Photographer's Choice. We will post photos that we like. On August 5th we will participate in the Online Potluck by posting pics of food.

Oaks Park

2005-07-17T14:20:00.000-07:00

Oaks Park
Originally uploaded by typo.

Oaks Park, Sutton Surrey UK this afternoon. Oaks Park was originally the grounds of a large house. I was after this park that the famouse horserace at Epsom was named. The race is older than the Derby

South Park

2005-07-13T14:05:00.000-07:00

Grips
Originally uploaded by firemind.

This park is across from South Park School. The students like to ...er hang out here.

Playtime Fun

2005-07-06T19:48:00.000-07:00

Fun
Originally uploaded by river ridge.

After a magic show I attended today the kids got to play in this playground behind the Durand Public Library.

A Pic For Lou

2005-07-04T05:55:00.000-07:00

jake, smile
Originally uploaded by .lou.

When I thought of this theme I thought of this photo. What do you get when you put a kid in a playground? A smile.

Beacon Hill Park

2005-07-04T05:25:00.000-07:00

Bridge by firemind.

Beacon Hill Park is nice to visit. There are wonderful lakes and fountains, lots of small animals, and a wide variety of plants. It is within walking distance of my home so I visit fairly often. I have a whole photoset dedicated to this park.

July Theme

2005-07-03T21:24:00.000-07:00

Our July Theme is Parks And Playgrounds. Summer is a great time for getting out and having fun. Walking in parks allows us to slow down and relate to Nature. Visiting playgrounds helps kids of all ages stay active. Enjoy your Summer and our photos.

Donkey

2005-06-29T23:42:00.000-07:00

Donkey
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Just a friendly donkey.

Black Squirrel

2005-06-29T23:12:00.000-07:00

Black Squirrel
Originally uploaded by firemind.

The squirrels in Beacon Hill Park like to beg for food. They can be hard to photograph because they move so fast. This one was nice enough to pose for me.

2005-06-29T13:46:00.000-07:00

I saw this little scottie in Blean Woods near Canterbury on Sunday. He had found a very muddy ditch to walk in and his legs and tummy were caked in mud.

Fawn

2005-06-26T16:09:00.000-07:00

Fawn
Originally uploaded by river ridge.

I would like to have been closer to this cute fawn today when I went walking at the For-Mar Nature Preserve in Burton, MI but it wasn't possible. She scampered away as soon as she heard the click of my camera.

2005-06-18T03:53:00.000-07:00

This dog was getting a bit of relief from today's 82 degree heat, in the pond at Burgh Heath, Surrey.

Totems

2005-06-16T21:39:00.000-07:00

Totems
Originally uploaded by firemind.

This is a common type of Critter in Victoria. These Totems are located on the grounds of the Royal BC Museum.

What is neat about this pic is how I photographed it a second time. Click on the pic to jump to its Flickr page and click on the small (square) note on the further totem.

One could study these poles for a while and not figure out all their stories. That is how it should be.

the dog days

2005-06-15T19:55:00.000-07:00

the dog days
Originally uploaded by .lou.

It is HOT.

Duck's Galore

2005-06-14T20:18:00.000-07:00

Duck's Galore
Originally uploaded by river ridge.

There were at least 50 ducks relaxing along the Shiawassee River in Owosso, MI. when I snapped this shot on a sunny morning. I always liked these critters.

Pillow Bear

2005-06-12T08:16:00.000-07:00

Pillow Bear
Originally uploaded by firemind.

I have been in hibernation mode this last week. This is how I must have looked.

2005 6-05 rk4 Yemaya 06

2005-06-12T04:41:00.000-07:00

2005 6-05 rk4 Yemaya 06
Originally uploaded by yeimaya.

Thanks Firemind for reminding me! You are such a good mentor.

Pupping season is just about over. The pups begin gathering in little groups to hunt together for small schooling fish and scrimp ... that is the theory anyway. But before they are totally independent they try to sneak one last bit of milk from a mother who hasn't weaned her pup yet. I think the little one on the bottom is acting nonchalant so the mother won't suspect.

Tiptoes - a real critter

2005-06-12T03:39:00.000-07:00

dscf2942
Originally uploaded by typo.

it was warm yesterday and when I popped into the house I left the car window open. Tiptoes decided it made a nice sanctuary. Real critter behaviour

June Theme

2005-06-11T21:47:00.000-07:00

We are all busy in OPB land but we haven't forgotten the month of June. Our theme for this month is Critters - animals, people, or things that look like them (mannequins, dolls, etc). Ideas for nonliving critters can be found here.

Spooked

2005-05-30T09:58:00.000-07:00

Spooked
Originally uploaded by river ridge.

I love action shots of horses. As I was getting ready to take a shot a loud car drove by and spooked the horses sending Major and JoeJoe on a full run. Taken in Harrison, MI.

Stiletto

2005-05-18T00:20:00.000-07:00

Stiletto
Originally uploaded by firemind.

This was the first mural I photographed in Victoria. I went on to form the Murals and Mosaics group at Flickr and submit 112 pictures to it.

New phases of a lifetime can begin with a single picture.

pollen collector

2005-05-15T18:01:00.000-07:00

pollen collector
Originally uploaded by .lou.

I was at my grandparents house and I noticed that there were some bees enjoying the bloomed trees. The flowers smelled nice.

CS Church 2

2005-05-11T21:48:00.000-07:00

CS Church 2
Originally uploaded by firemind.

I like photographing architecture. The subject doesn't move and all that is necessary is adequate light. I tend to create records of the architecture in Victoria. I am not too concerned with making art. Sometimes I see something I like and play with symmetry and form.

The local Christian Science church was fun to photograph. There were lots of different architectural features to experiment with.

At Rest

2005-05-11T17:00:00.000-07:00

At Rest
Originally uploaded by river ridge.

A portion of Arlington National Cemetary. I took this photo in 1981 while on vacation and have always liked the way it say's so much without really having very many objects in the picture, except the tombstones of America's fallen hero's.

May Theme

2005-05-01T04:25:00.000-07:00

Our theme for May is Favourites: Old and New. Post pictures you like that haven't appeared in this blog before. The pics may be older ones in your collection or new ones that you really like.

Be creative and have fun.

Falling Blossoms

2005-04-25T03:22:00.000-07:00

'Snow' Drift
Originally uploaded by firemind.

After Spring officially begins in late March the Cherry Blossoms begin to fall. Pink and white petals drift like snowflakes in the wind. They accumulate in ditches, lawns and everywhere else. As the trees become greener the ground takes on a temporary pink or white hue. Homeowners and other gardeners replay the fall leaf cleanup and sweep sidewalks and driveways.

The Cherry Blossoms are one of the reasons I love Victoria.

Handful
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Friendly Flowers

2005-04-23T02:05:00.000-07:00

Friendly Flowers
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Spring flowers compete for resources in most cases. These ones, however, get along just fine.

2005-04-20T11:26:00.000-07:00

a pink variant of bluebells push their way out from the bottom of a house wall.

2005-04-17T10:49:00.000-07:00

early one spring morning in a surrey lane

Spring Training

2005-04-14T12:40:00.000-07:00

Young racehorses in training.
Wrenn Stables, Swartz Creek, Michigan
4/11/05

spring

2005-04-13T13:36:00.000-07:00

a different red flower
Originally uploaded by .lou.

This was taken with my new camera, a Digital Rebel XT, and boy do I love it.

Spring has been around for awhile, but today I was having so much fun with my camera I took the time to get some good shots of it.

Positively Pink

2005-04-13T05:20:00.000-07:00

Positively Pink
Originally uploaded by firemind.

On Menzies Street.

Menzies Street

2005-04-13T05:03:00.000-07:00

Menzies Street
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Pink blossoms add colour to my neighbourhood.

Signs of spring in the High Street

2005-04-11T10:31:00.000-07:00

when it's spring in Croydon people go continental - even if it's only at MacDonalds

Forsythia

2005-04-09T12:05:00.000-07:00

forsythia in the garden, apparently it was discovered by a botanist called Forsyth.

Daffodils

2005-04-09T00:19:00.000-07:00

Daffodils
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Some flowers deserve to be photographed.

Beautiful Blues

2005-04-09T00:10:00.000-07:00

Beautiful Blues
Originally uploaded by firemind.

I had to lay on the ground for this pic. I'm glad it turned out so well.

2005-04-08T09:45:00.000-07:00

spring in the garden of the Croydon Almshouses

white flowers

2005-04-08T03:33:00.000-07:00

white flowers
Originally uploaded by .lou.

Spring has been in the air for awhile down here, but nevertheless, the flowers still are white.

UVic View

2005-04-03T16:41:00.000-07:00

UVic View
Originally uploaded by firemind.

Signs of Spring at the University Of Victoria.

Little lamb, who made thee ?

2005-04-03T13:10:00.000-07:00

Lambs fresh out in the fields. Blean, Canterbury, Kent.

(taken by EPP Overal 03/05)

2005-04-02T09:40:00.000-08:00

daffodils in the orchard at Afriston about 3pm this afternoon