The Round Tower
At the heart of Windsor Castle in England is the Middle Ward, a bailey formed around the motte or artificial hill in the center of the ward. The motte is 50 ft high…
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Architectural photographs from Tim Stanley
Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
The Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart may not be the newest church (but it’s only five years old) but it is one of the more unique churches in Houston. I…
Read MoreMovie Time
Like many people, my family loves going to the movies. We save the trip to the theater for what I call “big screen movies”. You know, the really big action…
Read MoreBar-B-Q Neon
Very few things in life can catch your attention as fast as neon lights at night. There you are driving down the street when you see it. You can hardly…
Read MoreWeathered Saints
As beautiful as the large cathedrals in Europe are, many are showing their age and the results of erosion from the elements and pollution. Many of the churches were made out of…
Read MoreStephen F. Austin State University
When you have kids, you think they are going to stay small forever. You blink and all of a sudden they’re grown and you realize you only have a little…
Read MoreThe Dallas Galleria
Anyone that has been to one of the large, multi-level shopping malls across the country can attest that it’s a remarkable experience. Stores, stores and more stores. Recently, we took…
Read MoreThe Warmth of Notre Dame
Though many of the cathedrals of Europe are large, they are not the cold, stoney buildings you might imagine. You discover that each one has a unique character and feel….
Read MoreSt. Paul’s Cathedral
The best travel tip for taking photos with few people at the more popular tourist spots is to go just before closing time. Wait until you are the last one…
Read MoreA Divine Building
I have never studied architecture, but I enjoy looking at the older buildings and can appreciate the skill and craftsmanship it took to create them, both in design and construction. The Divinity School…
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