Author: Tim Stanley
Julia Ideson Building
As mentioned in the state historical marker, Julia Ideson was the Houston Public Library librarian from 1903 to 1945. Under her term, the library expanded its services to include several branches and…
Read MoreGarden Angel
Backyard gardens are an escape from the daily grind and provide a private get-away for their owners. These gardens can be filled with roses, rocks or whatever the owner dreams…
Read MoreRed Hibiscus
Large flowers. like this red hibiscus are easier to shoot than many smaller flowers. You don’t require a special macro lens or close-up filter, just a good, close focusing lens,…
Read MoreHalls of Influence
Since our country is relatively young compared to the rest of the world, the influence of other cultures can be seen in our architecture, especially in early federal government buildings…
Read MoreSpeedy Birds
Liking both autos and airplanes, it’s fun to go to an event that offers both. The cars drive in while the planes fly in and you get to drool over…
Read MoreNorthrop M2-F3
As I walked through the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, I saw many airplanes and research vehicles I remember seeing as a child, either in news reports or TV shows. As much as…
Read MoreSoldiers in the Wall
While the Korean War Memorial in Washington D.C. would be great to see during the day, I think it’s best seen at night. The lighting and shadows contribute to the…
Read MoreBallpark Waterpark
Constellation Field recently opened and is home to the Sugar Land Skeeters baseball team. On my first trip of the ballpark, I was surprised at how family-friendly it was designed….
Read MoreSunset Three of Three
Summer is upon us and sunsets season is almost gone. As things warm up, the upper clouds that provide such nice colors at sunset are missing. I’m not a weather…
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