Photo: Shack on the Beach

With all the outsourcing of jobs, it's important for every American to have a plan.  When I'm old and homeless, I'm claiming this gazebo on the Gulf of Mexico. It's mine. I'll be the old bearded guy with a fishing pole. This gazebo was near Steinhatchee, Florida. But, seriously, git. You go find your own gazebo!

Gazebo on the Gulf of Mexico near Steinhatchee, Florida.

What do squirrels do during the day?

From our apartment, I can see what goes on in nearby treetops.  I've discovered that squirrels often nap and rest during the day.  For this photo, the zoom on my digital camera helped.

If you want to see for yourself, you might get a nice pair of Steiner Binoculars.

Seniors Enjoy the View from Southport N.C.

I took this shot of a couple of seniors making the most of their retirement in Southport, North Carolina.  They are soaking in the sun, watching the action on the Cape Fear River, and enjoying the crisp breeze on the day after Thanksgiving.

A Golden Day on the Cape Fear River in Southport N.C.

More Fall Photos - Atlanta

Here is another fall photo! The leaves are falling from the trees here in Atlanta, Georgia. I hope I captured that fall feeling well in this photo of almost bare tree limbs.

Bare Limbs on a Breezy Day

Fall Photo: A Fallen Leaf

Fall colors have recently peaked in our part of the country.  We ranged far and wide looking for pretty leaves and colorful fall foliage.  It was a gray day that didn't make for great photos.  But, when we got back home, here's what I found in our parking lot.  A perfect leaf . . .

Autumn Leaf

Basic Gear for Film Photography

There are a million cool accessories for film photography.  On online auction sites, many film photography items are available at a fraction of their original cost.  But, what do you really need to take up film photography?  Not much.  You can get the essentials - a camera, lenses, and film bag - very inexpensively.

The Basic Equipment You Need for 35mm Film Photography

Camera, Case, and Film

[In 2024, I'm revisiting this post.  Film photography is a bit more expensive now.  Film and developing costs money and there aren't as many places that develop film.  However, you can save money by simply pacing yourself and only buying and developing film at a pace you can afford.  Camera prices can vary widely.  But, I bought an SLR film camera for less than $10 at a thrift store just last year.  If you are a young person, you might also talk about your hobby with grandparents and other older relatives.  You never know what kinds of cool camera gear lurk in closets, attics, and basements.]

Including Film Photography in Your Wedding

Film has always played an important role in wedding photography.  Vintage film camera images simply have a staying power that transcends Instagram, Photoshop, and the latest digital camera.  While many wedding photographers use digital cameras today, there are still many ways to informally include film photography in your wedding. 

By Fred C. Palmer (died 1936-1939) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons