Thursday, May 28, 2009

Wild Flowers of the Forest

Wild Flowers of the Forest - While everyone took a nap, Brent and I got up in the afternoon and wandered around looking at the wildflowers. Here was one by the side of the road. I underexposed the ambient and then lit it with two strobes off camera, one camera left (held by Brent) and one camera right, held by me.

Venito Jr. Shooting hoops

Little white flowers in Ana's yard

While we were out at Lincoln for Robert's graduation, we hung out at Ana's place. Sitting in her front yard on Sabbath afternoon, I photographed some of her little white flowers. I in fact saw one of the buds pop open while sitting there!

Friday, May 22, 2009

Robert's Graduation photo

Robert's graduation photo with Dad and Mom

Family group photo at Ana's

At Ana's place for Robert's graduation. We took a group photo. Back Row: Natalie, Lisa, Max (with Olivia on his shoulders), Sam Carl, Becky Jon. Next row starting on right: Carrie (with Jon's arms around her), Brent, Jodi, Robert. Front row starting on left: Frank, Danielle, Grandma Maxine, Mary, Ana.

Robert's Graduation photo

8x10 graduation photo of Robert in his tux. Shot in front of Ana's house with tree's for background. Stobist: 60" shoot through umbrella camera right controlled by voice activated light stands (aka my children) holding SB-900, SB-800, SB-600.

Robert's Graduation photo

8x10 graduation photo of Robert in his gown. Shot in front of Ana's house with tree's for background. Stobist: 60" shoot through umbrella camera right controlled by voice activated light stands (aka my children) holding SB-900, SB-800, SB-600.

Some Flowers from Ana's Front Yard

We were out in Lincoln, Ne for Robert's graduation. In Ana's front yard she had some lovely little pink/purple flowers.

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Smiling that the fire alarm is no longer going off

We went to sleep around 10-10:30 pm. Next thing I know, I'm up standing by the door turning on the light. It takes a moment to realize why. It is 11 pm and the fire alarm is going off in our hotel. I look out the peep hole, but do not see any fire or smoke. I get dressed and am getting my laptop and camera packed up. Becky gets up and is all red and bleary eyed. I say to her as clearly as I can muster through my own bleary eyes 'Grab anything you need, we might not be able to come back for awhile'. She looks at me confused and in that moment the fire alarm goes off. False alarm. I was exhausted and fell right back asleep. So in this photo, I can finally muster a smile after a weary night.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

A romantic get away to Key West

Key West proved to have lovely beaches, seas and oceans. And the time together was great as well.

A view of the Casa Marina Resort in Key West, Florida

A view of the Casa Marina Resort in Key West, Florida. I got up early that morning to photograph things without too many people walking around.

Friday, May 1, 2009

Becky in the check in line at the Casa Marina Resort in Key West, Florida

Becky in the check in line at the Casa Marina Resort in Key West, Florida. Check in time was 4. We started checking at 2:30 and it kept being more and more waiting. I think we finally got a room at 5:30.

Becky relaxing in bed after standing forever in the check in line. Casa Marina Resort, Key West, Florida

Becky relaxing in bed after standing forever in the check in line. Casa Marina Resort, Key West, Florida. The first thing I do when we check in is turn the air conditioner down so it feels like Minnesota! :-)

Becky relaxing in bed after standing forever in the check in line. Casa Marina Resort, Key West, Florida

Becky relaxing in bed after standing forever in the check in line. Casa Marina Resort, Key West, Florida. The first thing I do when we check in is turn the air conditioner down so it feels like Minnesota! :-)

Ocean view at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park in Key West Florida

Ocean view at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park in Key West Florida - Becky and I spent a bit of time there for photography. It was hot and super bright out. I regret not making it out there for a sunset photo though.

Time for Lunch at the El Meson de Pepe - a Cuban and Island Cuisine Resaurant

Time for Lunch at the El Meson de Pepe - a Cuban and Island Cuisine Resaurant - www.elmesondepepe.com/menu/menu.htm

Appetizer - Cherna Seviche

Cherna Seviche - Fresh grouper seviche
marinated with lime, garlic, onions
and parsley, drink - Virgin Mango ice drink. - The grouper was not all that tasty in my opinion. - www.elmesondepepe.com/menu/menu.htm

My main cuban meal - Fried whole yellowtail - yay ...

Rabirubia Frita Entera - Fried whole yellowtail,
marinated w/fresh key lime, garlic and onions. This was actually fantastically good. While the head might have appeared un appetizing, it was seasoned great. I figured, I could get a burger back home, I tried to order very 'cuban esque dishes' - www.elmesondepepe.com/menu/menu.htm

Becky and I on the walk to the beach from our resort, the Casa Marina, in Key West Florida

Becky and I on the walk to the beach from our resort, the Casa Marina, in Key West Florida. The sea was a vibrant teal green. Strobist info: SB-800 on camera as master, SB-900 and SB-600 on lightstand above as slaves for extra fill. This was brighter on my home computer and looks a bit darker from work.