Tarpon Springs is one of the most picturesque towns in Pinellas County. Sitting on the Anclote River is the former Greek Fishing Village which is now more of a tourist destination than fishery. In its day though, there were throngs of fisherman and spongers as we know them. They would dive for the vast beds of sponges located in the Gulf of Mexico. Today, the Sponge Docks is better known for their Greek Foods and Pastries and the Fresh Seafood. A few places on the Anclote River are accessible from the River. One of the more prominent Restaurants that sit on the River is the former Louis Pappa's Resturant, now known as the Riverside Grille and on the rooftop is the Veranda as seen in this photograph. In the foreground is a gorgeous Hatteras Yacht.
The St.Petersburg Pier has been slated for demolition by the City Leaders. You can read more here City Council votes to demolish the Pier. So I took a little trip down there last week and spent about an hour photographing the pier from many perspectives. Here is but one image I created of the soon to be faded memory of the pier.
With that in mind, I set out today to work on some personal projects of mine. I like to promote the area attractions and points of interest. So I traveled across Pinellas County from the North End to the South End and ended up in St.Petersburg. I stopped in several cities along the way though. One of my first stops was in Dunedin, on the causeway. Love this area, so beautiful, especially as it was today. Chamber of Commerce kind of day with the exception of it being a little hot. Anyhow, below is one of my first images taken this afternoon on the causeway at the Recreational Rental Facility.
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Sometimes, you have to practice to maintain your skills. Tonight I was working with photoshop and felt a little nostalgic. I saw a photo of my dad from when he served in the Army during WWII. I thought, I bet it would look nice if I colorized it. I know not everyone likes these images, but they are special to me and I certainly enjoying working on those images special to me. So this is what I came up with tonight. Actually, I did two versions, one with a more colorful shirt and tie and then this one which I think maybe closer to reality.
For those of you who know me well, know I have been taking photographs of tattoo's for a very long time and appreciating the art. I can't help but think of one very special person, who was a lover of tattoo art named Alice Desfontes, may she Rest In Peace. Anyhow I had the opportunity this morning to appreciate a very beautiful piece on the back of Coby McConnell. Thanks Coby is was a pleasure to view and capture your art today. Please feel free to share your story here too. If anyone needs Pest Control services, Coby does a great job. His website is here Coby's Pest Control.
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Welcome. I have been working hard on updating and revising my website and blog. Please feel free to comment on my website or work. As many of you know I've had to deal with health issues over that past few years and that has led to me to shy away from some potential assignments/work and this is my way of letting everyone know, we are back! Watch my blog daily as I will offer limited time specials and new artwork for sale. Yes over the years although most of my professional work has been portraits, many friends and customers have expressed an interest in my artwork. With that in mind I have created a special area on my website to offer prints, complete with matting and framing, mailed directly to your home. Thank you for following my work over the years and for your patronage. I look forward to hearing from you.
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