A New Season Begins

This blog has historically been dedicated to issues regarding my images. However, as the family and I embark to the United Kingdom, I will incorporate our adventures here as well. There will be a photographic aspect to the stories. So, let me know what you think as you read the blog. Unfortunately, my inaugural (I’m still reeling from the euphoria of 20-Jan) entry does not include in photos.

The day has come. After months of preparation and planning, we went to Mom-Avis and Daddio’s house waiting for the shuttle. Not to my surprise, nearly, everyone came to the house. We took pictures and chronicled the last few minutes we’ll be together.

The only thing that would’ve made this complete is to have my parents and brother present as well.

Nevertheless, after a series of tearful good-byes, Erica & Deborah re-enacting the Color Purple scene where Celie and her sister mimic patty cake, Jordyn, Deborah, and I boarded the SuperShuttle and headed to the airport on Monday afternoon.

The plane ride was smooth and uneventful which is always good. We arrived at Heathrow at approximately 5:45 AM. As soon as we gathered our luggage and headed towards the exit, we saw Andrew, our driver, holding a sign with our name on it.

The weather was just below freezing as we navigated through the snow for approximately 90 miles from Heathrow Airport until we arrived at the Britannia Inn. There isn’t much to see out here as this area is very rural.

Nevertheless, our adventure begins so stay tuned…

-Roger

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Christmas at the Ellipse in DC

My brother and I took the time to go downtown and photograph the White House Christmas Tree. I went downtown a few weeks ago. However, there were flurries so the photos did not develop the way I liked. So, I waited until he arrived knowing he likes to take pictures as well. The key was to arrive just prior to twilight so we could get the beautiful blue sky. The key is to put the camera in “Tungsten” mode. I took an image with another setting and the difference is striking. I took one last photo from across the street. In addition to the vehicles and pylons, you can see the black sky present once the color leaves the sky.

I added some pictures my brother took to compare his with mine. When you see two similar images, one is mine and the other is his.

Lastly, I created a photo slide show with the sounds and music of the ellipse. I’m practicing my multimedia publishing capabilities. Let me know what you think.

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_J6GSlwk28&hl=en&fs=1]

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