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Favorite Things to Photograph…
I’d have to say I have many things I like to shoot. I wish I wasn’t so introverted or I’d take more people shots (other than family, they have to let me photograph them.) I love old cars and even have one that I’ve sold a few of. It is one of my favorites that I call “Americana”. Other than old cars there is of course airplanes! I love a good airshow especially if they have the old AND the new birds putting on the show. I…
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Photowalking…
It’s been awhile since I’ve written anything here as there has been alot going on since my father’s passing. I found that he read a book called “The Shack” and so I read it also. That was a wonderful book. You can find out about it by clicking the link over on the right over there. I finally saw a shot I wanted to take and actually woke up early and decided to go and get it. My problem has been not stopping when I see it,…
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Acts of Kindness…
I just had to share this story because, well, it just restores my faith in the world. I also just wanted to say God Bless Southwest Airlines for the caliber of pilots and employees they have on their staff. Imagine being a greiving grandfather trying to catch a flight to see your grandson one last time. The line getting through security is stupidly long and you fear there is no way you are going to make your flight. I don’t want to ruin the story so I’ll…
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Flying Machines…
I’ve noticed that most of the aircraft around our municipal airport are squeeky clean. I’ve thought about how a 1959 Beechcraft K35 could look as good as it did in the showroom over 50 years ago. And yet, when I see a slightly newer, (1980ish), Canadair CL-600 tucked away in a corner between two buildings – seemingly neglected, it saddens me. I wonder if it’s down for repairs. Or maybe just being stored. Even worse maybe a toy that’s been cast aside for something better. (My kids…
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Still Dreaming…
I still dream of flying one day. Every time I get close something else happens. For now I’ll just photograph the objects of my dreams. I just really wish I could spend more time “up there”. I’ve taken a ‘discovery’ flight or two. The adrenalin rush lasts for weeks. I just need to figure out how to get money to learn the rest of it and get a license. I’m off to work now. I’ll keep dreaming. Peace, Love and Clouds,
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Airports…
I love aircraft and airports. I love flying. I love watching them. Almost like watching birds just twice as noisey. I like trucks also – but I have to tell you I have a TON of respect for anyone that can guide a 747 around a taxiway. Technology is amazing. How something that big can even fly. I sat and watched the hussle and bussle for quite awhile. At DFW Founder’s Plaza people come to plane spot, take their kids to watch airplanes, hang out, and…
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Aluminum Overcast…
I love living near our municipal airport here in Georgetown, Texas. I get to see some interesting sights. Actually, interesting aircraft. Image Copyright © 2009, Barrett Photo Art I have become a fan of Aluminum Overcast. A flying piece of history in the form of a B-17G with four 1,200 hp radial engines that sounds like a thousand Harley Davidson’s thundering down the road when she flies over. Image Copyright © 2009, Barrett Photo Art You can actually take a flight on this wonderful piece of history…
