In the hillsides of eastern Portugal (just west of Spain) lies a small walled city that time has left behind: Castello De Vide. While it is unknown exactly when this area was settled, there is written history dating back to the 1200’s. This sleepy town still largely operates as it has for centuries with community markets and festivals celebrating Portugal’s glorious history. Portugal is dotted with these stronghold cities that are leftovers of their vast wealth and empire dating back to when they ruled the seas and all the trade and wealth that went along with that distinction.
Napa Barn
During fall, the grape leaves carpeting the vast vineyards of the Napa Valley change into a myriad of colors making fall in wine country a spectacular sight. I love the utilitarian nature of this barn, the faded paint, the rusted roof. It provides so much character to an otherwise non-descript country scene. It makes the imagination wonder if there is something more enchanting hiding inside other than probably just a few farm implements.
Ashcroft Fall
This image was taken in the ghost town of Ashcroft just outside Aspen CO in September 2012.
From http://www.heritageaspen.org/ac.html
Settlers’ Camp
This image was taken outside of Buena Vista, CO off Highway 285. Barren cottonwood trees, a frozen stream, and snow blowing off the crusted Collegiate peaks create the perfect backdrop for this dilapidated barn and stone wall. This photograph allows your imagination to wander to the hardships endured by the settlers that worked so hard (sometimes in vain) to tame the rocky mountain west.
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Notes: These are low resolution images and I apologize for the watermark signature on my photographs as I feel it detracts from enjoying the image. However, with the ease of image piracy on-line they are necessary evils. You may also want to read my color post as images can be very different from what you see on the monitor.
Colosseo durante la Notte
(The Coliseum at Night)
Completed in 80 A.D. and capable of seating 50,000 spectators, the Coliseum is an elliptical amphitheater in the center of the city of Rome and is considered one of the greatest works of Roman architecture and engineering. The coliseum was used for gladiatorial contests, public spectacles, and dramas based on classical mythology. A marvel of ancient engineering, mock sea battles were even staged (the coliseum had a vast aqueduct system allowing the arena to be flooded).
If you are interested in exploring the possibility of ordering a print, please contact me for details. All photographs are limited to 500 reproductions.
Notes: These are low resolution images and I apologize for the watermark signature on my photographs as I feel it detracts from enjoying the image. However, with the ease of image piracy on-line they are necessary evils. You may also want to read my color post as images can be very different from what you see on the monitor.
Rovine Romane
(Ruins of Rome)
The forum, just across from the coliseum is the largest piece of ancient Rome left (somewhat) standing. These columns are in the middle of the forum; not far from where the ashes of Julius Cesar are entombed. This shot was a right place right time shot. While touring the forum ruins, I walked past these columns right when the sun was behind them. Creating magical contrast of light and sky that is best showcased in black and white.
If you are interested in exploring the possibility of ordering a print, please contact me for details. All photographs are limited to 500 reproductions.
Notes: These are low resolution images and I apologize for the watermark signature on my photographs as I feel it detracts from enjoying the image. However, with the ease of image piracy on-line they are necessary evils. You may also want to read my color post as images can be very different from what you see on the monitor.