She's a grand old flag

(Taken at the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry U-505 exhibit. This was the flag of the US ship that captured the German sub.)

Planes in the "Sky"

There is something about the grainy quality of this shot that appeals to me.

Taken at the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry, April 2008.

Spring Tulips

One of the few shots that weren't wildly overexposed during my last trip to the Chicago Botanic Garden. Just when I start to think I'm getting a handle on my photography, I pull a rookie move and don't check my settings or my exposure. Alas!

Farewell to an Era

The Berwyn Spindle, an unusual ode to the car culture that was erected in the 1970s, was torn down in the dead of night yesterday. The link includes a short video of it coming down. It was pretty sad to watch.

I am grateful now I went out to capture last fall. The entire short photo set is here.

Stained Glass, St. Marys, New Orleans

I loved the vibrant blue. The whole church was drenched in bright, joyful colors. I wasn't used to that! :)

The (Not Really) Naked Cowboy of Times Square

I have to assume he's a regular street entertainer there. He's got the special underwear and everything! :)





I love how the crowd is afraid to look directly at him.

Wig Store, New Orleans

Happy Birthday, Dad!

The store and the birthday have nothing in common. I just liked the shot. :)

The French Quarter, as seen from the convent grounds

Almost looks more like Europe than it does an American city, doesn't it?

Buddha Banks

Taken in New Orleans, spring 2008. I assume they are Buddhas -- they might not be!

Hail, Hail, the gang's all here!

The last three of the series from yesterday...



Francis Xavier Seelos: The leader of the group. Probably a little bossy, but he means well.




Cornelia Peacock Connelly: What a sour, smug expression. I can't get over how rude she looks praying.




Henriette Delille: The pretty one. Cornelia hates her for her perfect hairdo and big earrings.


I think the expressions of the three become more prominent when you see them together. They are truly a motley crew, and not in a hair band kind of way!



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