For those that are wondering, I am back. Actually I never left. It seems the number one question I am continually asked is, ” How long are you here for – this time?” I am guessing that my travels back and forth to the Outer Banks and beyond have a few people confused about where I lay my hat at night. Travel and “road tripp’n exploration” is just part of my agenda these days. I am in Huntsville, my photography business is in Huntsville and my residence is in Huntsville.  So I am “here”, well, at least until the next plane and client takes me away!!!!

You know that for those of us that live in Huntsville there are so many historical and iconic attractions that define this city and give it its personality and character. We have strong roots with national historical significance that set us apart from most other southern cities. I would argue that there has been no bigger accomplishment then the significant role this city and its residents played in mans quest for space exploration.

If that is the case then there is no bigger tribute to those accomplishments then the US Space and Rocket Center. By its very specific iconic nature, it pays homage to all of those great accomplishments. And what an incredible sight it is to behold. How much more iconic can you get? Here is to the visual majesty of that center!!!!!

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dK

I am not sure that anyone looks forward to Monday but after the week I had, I was more than thankful to wake up and know it was the beginning of a new week. Last week was an affirmation that you should never take anything for granted and live everyday.

At the first of the year I look forward to doing a workshop in Peoria, IL. Not so much because the workshop occurs during height of winter but more so because of the road trip I make from Chicago Midway to Peoria. The interstate in some parts follows the old Route 66 and cuts through the heartland of the rural mid west. The landscape and scenery is what “Americana” is all about. I particularly look forward to getting off the interstate in Odell, IL and chasing around the back roads. Odell’s “slight claim to fame” is it is an established rural community along Route 66. It has all the personality of a small Midwest town with the gas stations, train stations and farms. The one very particular view that sets Odell apart is they have embraced wind turbines and that dot the horizon as far as the eye can see. Wind Turbines are very majestic odd creatures jetting skyward and at first glance seem so out of place. But in time they take on their own personality and some how just seem to fit!!

So with that said, I give you a little taste of Americana and Odell IL!!

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dK

No where else but in Alabama could your temperature be in the 70’s on one day and two days later the lows for the day are in the twenty’s. Welcome to the frozen tundra of the south!

Is there any other day that causes so much disdain amongst singles and such large anxieties for couples other than Valentines Day, the day of amour? The celebration was established by Pope Gelasius in 496 AD and was associated with romantic love and lovers. For singles, we want to be in love and for couples it is a day to share in the passion of love and relationships. Singles take a back seat on the bus of love and couples; they go to the head of the line. Yearly, it is the one-day where couples are given the opportunity to profess their love with lavish gifts, confectioneries, greeting cards and fabulous dinners. On the other hand, for singles, we get to save all of that money for a future dowry when our time comes.

Why is it, that singles could not celebrate Valentines like Halloween? You buy the candy and have other singles stop by for a go or no go and you get to select a partner? You give them flowers, put your left over candy out in an “honor system” container and the two of you head off to a late night dinner understanding that all the prime time early slots had been taken by couples. Think about it!

With Valentines, is there any other holiday that we embrace the color Pink more? Is there any other color that we associate, acknowledge and celebrate the beauty, character and strength of women? I think it is the perfect color of Love! Many thanks to my dear friend Ginger Sharp for indulging my artistic demon and being part of this visual celebration of Valentines.

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dK

My hats off to the NY Giants and to the New England Patriots for once again showing us what the “Big Game” is suppose to be all about. Two Great quarterbacks, two exceptional teams, one Great game!!! My guess is that most of you watching the game shared in the 1.3 billion wings that were to be consumed on Super Bowl Sunday.

It is great to be back in the city and for those that keep asking, “How long am I back for this time?” the easy answer is for good! Well, at least until the friendly skies come calling again! Have Camera Will Travel!!

After a few days of rain, the weather cleared last week to offer a great opportunity to shoot some new images around the city. Huntsville, it seems, has a facelift every few months and appears to take on a new persona. So with Camera in Hand and the assistance of Blake Hudson we headed up to watch the sunset and city lights.  It never ceases to amaze me how the personality of the city changes.

It just so happens that it was a Picture Perfect evening ……. ENJOY!!!
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dK