Ready for Harvest
After summer before it gets too cold, it's harvest time.
Wild Sunflowers
The sun was almost on the horizon. I saw a few wildflowers so I made a quick stop on the side of the street. It was a good end for the day.
Free Parking on the Weekend
I don't know if everybody knows that parking downtown is free after 5 pm and on the weekend. It's true for street parking and the parking ramps.
Glacial Lakes Distillery
It's a taproom on the corner of Main and 10th. It was closed when I walked by. It looks like a cozy place to try some spirits.
Do Not Block the Alley
I walked around a few blocks downtown, trying to find some subjects to photograph. I didn't find anything unique and didn't get a composition that I like. There were not very many people out either.
State Theater Showtimes
I went downtown during the break between the storm. I figured I could sneak a photo or two, but it rained before I could park. The sun is shining, no clouds in the sky today. It's another good sunny Sunday.
Fast and Loud Machines
The group explained how the race goes, and I thought a single car was loud. Imagine there were 9 of them in one heat. In the end, in the feature race, there were 24 of them.
Sprint Car Racing
I went to the sprint car race for the first time. It was fast and loud. Watching it on TV definitely will not be the same now. I would say this won't be my last race.
Heading Down
It was time to go home. It feels good to head out tired because you gave your best. It's time to relax and to rest before doing it again tomorrow.
Tuner Post
I combined music and photography for this one. The strings were a few years old, and I got a new set in the mail today. A quick swap and I made some photos.
The Falls in Falls Park
There were not very many people but still a few. It would be impossible to take a picture without people in it without some Photoshop trickery. It was a calm summer Sunday.
Construction Season
Summer is analogous to construction. Whether on the road or at the park, they are all around us. Unfortunately, we cannot have one and not the other. At least things are getting fixed or improved.
Falls Overlook Cafe
After a walk, sightseeing, or a bike ride, ice cream probably sounds good. The cafe is a convenient place to have a break and still can enjoy the view.
Across from the Queen Bee Mill
A few kids found a way to get next to the falls. I was on the other side of the river, facing towards the ruin of the used to be Queen Bee Mill.
Falls Park Visitor Center
I went to the park to make photos of anything other than the falls. I did the walk around, enjoyed the scenery, and went home with only one composition with the falls in it.
Beyond This Point
I appreciate the day of rest for sure. It is the season to enjoy the outdoor. Pick the place and activity and go. The season won't last forever.
Out of Place
I like the green and orange color contrast and the contrast between natural leaves and the man-made road barrier. My guess is the flood swept it from somewhere.
Does It Work?
I found these flowers at work. It looks fresh and thriving in contrast to the heatwave we are having in the past few days. Can you tell if this is a cellphone photo?
Goldie Bush
It's another one from the walk at the park. It was about halfway around the trail from where I started. The sun was at the right angle, and it didn't last very long.
Towards the Sun
It is my most favorite photo from the walk that evening.
Golden Trees
The trees partially shelter the trail path. The golden light from the setting sun shined through and cast onto these trees. I guess gold can grow on trees.
Hunting for Gold
I took a walk at Sertoma Park with no particular photo in mind. It was during the golden hour. I forced myself to get out to make something. I needed the walk.
Man Made Star
A big firework encore might be theatrical and brought a sense of awe, but a single one that looks simple is still beautiful. It was coincident that the color resembles the sunset in the background.
