I have wandered downtown Chicago on countless occasions, and as I gain experience in taking pictures I want to get beyond the “ooh, pretty!” impulse, and try to articulate a specific creative intent that could unify a series of pictures.
Palm Springs Overnight Escapade
As the title says – took a quick recreational jaunt out to Palm Springs. Went to an art fair, lounged by the pool, ate great food, and took a fine scenic stroll in Tahquitz Canyon. February is one of the
Little did he know what awaited him
Have to renew my passport. Check out this hairy 20-year-old adventurer:
Chicago Trip (IS OVER!) Pic of the Day
Back in Southern California. High temperature supposed to be around 70 tomorrow. Yep, I live in Fantasyland. Hitting the ground running, though, Jimmy. I’ll fill you in soon. Chicago O’Hare Airport:
Chicago Trip Pic of the Day – 1/3
Keeping close to Rowdy Katie’s place today – writing and watching stuff. Did make a quick trek across the street to the train station, however.
Chi-town Picpost – Keeping the Flowers Warm
The Lincoln Park Conservatory is on prime land on Chicago’s lake shore. It was built in the 1890’s, so it’s not Victorian-influenced, it’s legit Victorian, magnificent glass and iron. It’s also free to the public year-round. Having never been good
Chi-town Picpost – Millennium Trail Walk
The Millennium Trail is an unpaved nature trail that threads through some land preserves between suburbs in Chicago. Presently it’s about 10 miles long with hopes to extend it to as much as 35, but a sign in the most
Chicago Trip Pic of the Day – 1/2
Made my traditional move out to the suburbs, so there will less grand sights for these last couple of days. LOLCat-style captions are welcome.
Chicago Trip Pic of the Day – 1/1
So far, 2012 has contained nothing but large portions of unhealthy food, alcohol, and football. 2012 and I are good.
Chicago Trip Pic of the Day – 12/31
Let 2012 be your Love Train, friends: