Grey Day on the Ferry

Usually the Ferry trip from Seattle to Bainbridge Island & back is a serene & pretty day trip. (hmmm, maybe that's because I usually think to head over when the weather is nice?)



Yesterday was a different story. There were white caps on the water, cold rain & wind, even some wet snow. That doesn't keep Seattle folks from going about their business though. There was a bike event on the Island, & a few adventurous (& thoroughly soaked) kids with hoods pulled tight pretending to fly across the deck of the ferry. Good thing there was a hot plate of potatoes deluxe (mmm, cheeeeese) waiting to warm me up at Streamliner Diner!

Diorama Drama

Our San Francisco adventure included a photo bonanza at the California Academy of Sciences. Exploring the African Hall dioramas was fascinating, & more than a little eerie...





nothing gets by these guys, that's for sure.

Ready, Set, Go

We took advantage of the long weekend, & zipped off to San Francisco for a couple of days!



Good friends, good food, tons of photo time (more to come), & all with this amazing city as a back drop. Sure makes me wish for more long weekends :)

What Do All Artists Want?

Why, to catch lightning in a bottle of course!



(Usually when I process the heck out of a photo, I end up scrapping it, but this one turned out rather nice I think!)

Street Lights or Sculptures?

I thought these street lights looked so light & airy against the bright overcast sky (yep, no photoshop on the sky - it was really a blank canvas). Also, they reminded me of when Seagulls are drawn like this:



Do you see it too?

Sweet Sweet Friday

I hope you have a sweet & relaxing weekend planned!



Ours will be not only be sweet, but tasty too, since we will be enjoying this (store-bought but fantastic) red velvet cake!

Heart in the Shadows

I think this heart must live a secret life of mystery & seduction.

Strawberry Hearts

Ever notice how strawberry slices closely resemble hearts? All you need to do is cut a wedge in the middle & round off the corners.



They look a little lonely all by themselves on the plate though don't they?



How about some Chocolate Ganache to keep them company?

Photo Shoot Tip of the Day

Even when you think you have a perfectly lovely idea for a shot,



leave yourself open to unexpected changes in plan,



& be ready to refocus quickly.