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Fotoeffects Alphabet Challenge ~ "K" is for Kiteboarding
August 12, 2018
One of my very favorite places, Turks & Caicos....loved watching these kite boarders.
Window Shopping
August 9, 2018
Took t his photo while in Las Vegas, no idea who the artist is but hoping someone on here will.
Nectar Bath Treats
August 8, 2018
Don’t these look good enough to eat?? Well don’t, these delicious looking cupcakes are actually soap! If you can, give one a try!
Front & Center is the:
Guava Tangerine Cupcake Soap
Price $14.00
An exciting tropical aroma of zesty tangerine and a creamy base of fresh guava complements delicate fruity notes of mango, acai berry and passion fruit.
All of our treats are handcrafted with love and care. Our artisan skin care specialists create delectable treats that are as unique and original as you are!
https://www.nectarusa.com
Flamingo
August 7, 2018
Just a fun shot of a cool pen for sale in one of the Shops inside the Flamingo in Vegas.
Baltimore County Fire Academy Graduation; Class #111
August 6, 2018
Back in April we attended the Baltimore County Fire Academy’s Family Night for our “adopted son” Anthony (he is actually our son Dylan’s best friend who has lived with us for 3 years). Anyway, last week he graduated from the academy and has been assigned to Engine House 15. We couldn’t be any prouder of Anthony. This photo was taken at his graduation. From left to right: Logan, Anthony, Dylan & Brian. These four are great friends, they hunt together, fish together and support each other no matter what. I hope the friendships continue to grow as they each embark on their own path.
Fotoeffects Alphabet Challenge ~ "J" is for Jester
August 5, 2018
So much to see and photograph in Vegas. I did a lot more shooting last time we visited Sin City.
This was taken in the Venetian.
Welder Up
August 4, 2018
Thought this old Dodge truck was super cool. It sits in the lot of Welder Up.
Welder Up is not your average car customization shop. Steve Darnell is the mastermind behind the madness created at Welder Up. Las Vegas, NV is the perfect location to inspire him to design the wildest rat rods known to man. The vehicles that leave our shop will blow your mind and exceed your expectations. Just give Steve a theme for your build and you will be amazed by his imagination, the creative materials, and details that bring your vision to life.
http://www.welderup.com
Dale Mathis
August 3, 2018
Absolutely love Mathis’s work. We wondered into a studio while in Vegas and I just fell in love with this piece.
Dale Mathis (b. 1972, Los Angeles, California) is a self-taught artist who mastered the techniques of his craft while working odd jobs until he was able to pursue artwork full time. Mathis' works are deeply personal, and many are based on particular memories from his childhood. A self-proclaimed "˜MacGyver,' Mathis' pieces combine the mechanical aspects of movement with three-dimensional sculpture and interesting lighting. Best known for creating medium-scale pieces which incorporate the working mechanics of machines such as gears and pistons, Mathis has expanded the boundaries of traditional everyday gadgets by incorporating these components into wall art and furniture such as desks. His inclusion of the parts which make up a time piece for instance, speaks not only to the fleetingness of time, but also of hopefulness, signifying that with each passing moment, hope is present. Mathis' works create a feeling of intimacy with the viewer as every viewer deals with the same constraints that time deals: death, birth and renewal.
https://www.saatchiart.com/account/profile/202128
Beer Beer & More Beer
August 1, 2018
Flights of beer, a great way to try different beer without the commitment.
Tomatoes
July 30, 2018
I love our local Farmer's Markets. Nothing like vine picked tomatoes.
Fotoeffects Alphabet Challenge ~ "I" is for IceBar
July 29, 2018
While in Vegas was hung out at the Minus 5 Ice Bar. Pretty cool deal and a nice cool off from the 114 degree heat on the strip.
After the Storm
July 28, 2017
Maryland, as well as most of the East Coast, has been hit with tons of rain over the past 10 days or so, this is last nights sky after the storm.
TED
July 27, 2018
I did not get a chance to play this game while in Vegas but did take a quick photo. It looks fun.
Le Cafe Ile St. Louis
July 26, 2018
This cute little French inspired bistro is inside the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas and sits just off the casino floor.
Swarovski Crystal
I snapped this photo of the iconic Swarovski Crystal Swan heading back to our room late one night. I love their logo.
https://www.swarovski.com/Web_US/en/index
Paris, Las Vegas
July 23, 2018
We have returned from Vegas but I am in a slump with posting so I will be posting 2 photos today. This is the pool at the Paris, it was very nice but with temps in the 100's the pool felt like bath water. I'll take it though if it means I'm not in the Office ;)
https://www.caesars.com/paris-las-vegas?utm_campaign=GMB&utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_term=Paris%20Las%20Vegas&utm_content=hotel
Fotoeffects Alphabet Challenge ~ "H" is for Hubcaps
July 22, 2018
While in Vegas we stopped by Discovery Channel's Welder Up. These hubcaps were on the wall. If you are not into cars, here's a quick explanation of the show and the shop.
Welder Up is not your average car customization shop. Steve Darnell is the mastermind behind the madness created at Welder Up. Las Vegas, NV is the perfect location to inspire him to design the wildest rat rods known to man. The vehicles that leave our shop will blow your mind and exceed your expectations. Just give Steve a theme for your build and you will be amazed by his imagination, the creative materials, and details that bring your vision to life.
http://www.welderup.com
The Venetian, Canal Shops
July 21, 2018
The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino is a luxury hotel and casino resort located on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada, United States, on the site of the old Sands Hotel. Designed by KlingStubbins, the hotel tower contains 36 stories and rises 475 feet (145 m). The Venetian is owned and operated by Las Vegas Sands.
Freemont East
July 20, 2018
The Pabst Brewing Company is an American company that dates its origins to a brewing company founded in 1844 by Jacob Best and was, by 1889, named after Frederick Pabst. Wikipedia
Fotoeffects Alphabet Challenge ~ "G" is for Glass Bottles
July 19, 2018
Back from Vegas, had a wonderful time. I missed posting, especially for the alphabet challenge so....better late than never :)
The Sign
July 13, 2018
Vegas here we come.....celebrating friends 50th birthday in Vegas. Bad behavior is in my future ;)
Fotoeffects Alphabet Challenge ~ "E" is for Eggs
July 1, 2018
Years ago a friend of mine told me how much better farm eggs were than grocery store eggs. I didn't believe there was a difference....well let me tell you, there is! We have several corner egg stands (so to speak) within a few miles of our house. I recently found a new stand where a flat of eggs (2-1/2 doz) are $5.....can't beat that!Echallengeeggslocalfarmstandcarroll countymarylandruralrhode island red
Sunday Drive
June 29, 2018
Got behind this old Plymouth last weekend. I couldn't resist taking a shot.
Algae
June 28, 2018
We have had so much rain in Maryland that most of the ponds are filled with algae due to the run off. I still loved this shot.
Abandoned Rt 30
June 27, 2018
Photo #17 of this old house...it is slowly falling apart.
I started posting photos of the abandoned house in January of 2017, I posted on a regular basis and then decided I'd stop for a few months to see more dramatic change. This photo is quite different than the last and much different from first.
https://dycasstudios.smugmug.com/Photography/Abandoned-Rt-30
Fotoeffects Alphabet Challenge ~ "D" is for Dogs
June 24, 2018
"D" is for dogs, hot dogs! Yesterday we stopped by the The Famous Hot Weiner (since 1923) in Hanover, their specialty...hot dogs with chili mustard & onion.
Flowers
June 23, 2018
I love when a flower bed full of flowers.
Holy Communion
June 22, 2018
One of my favorite communion photos.
Seniors
June 21, 2018
Summer Senior photo shoot before heading off to college.
Floral Sunshine
June 20, 2018
These bright yellow flowers make me happy.
Signs
June 19, 2018
I love all these little signs.
Yellow
June 18, 2018
Yellow Grocery Store Roses.
"C" is for Cider!
June 17, 218
Better late than never......super busy and forgot to post. Thank goodness T's Travels reminded me :)
Tats
June 15, 2018
All tatted up....
