Landscapes

U.S.S. Arizona Memorial - Pearl Harbor - Honolulu, Hawaii

"Yesterday, December 7, 1941—a date which will live in infamy—the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan." - Franklin D. Roosevelt Last year marked the 75th Anniversary of this attack. I am thankful to have gotten the chance to visit the Arizona Memorial. It was a surreal experience knowing that 1,102 brave sailors were still at rest below the Memorial. I will never forget it.

U.S.S. Missouri - AKA "Mighty Mo"

On the deck of the "Mighty Mo", a famous battleship that has been re-purposed into a museum.

U.S.S. Missouri - AKA "Mighty Mo"

On the deck of the "Mighty Mo", a famous battleship that has been re-purposed into a museum.

U.S.S. Arizona Memorial

This is the list of all the sailors that went down with the USS Arizona, and those who decided to be interred there later to rest with their brothers.

U.S.S. Arizona Memorial

This room is usually full of people, but we were lucky enough to be the last ones off for the day. Right below this room lies the remains of the U.S.S. Arizona, which was sunk by the Japanese during the attack on Pearl Harbor. 1,102 sailors are still at rest within the ship.

Boogie Boarder

A boogie boarder contemplates his next move right outside of Waikiki, on Magic Island.

Sunset Cruise in Hawaii

A nightly cruise takes a tour of the surrounding waters around Waikiki just before sunset.

Nightscape of Downtown Waikiki

Testing out the wide angle lens I rented on beautiful Downtown Waikiki, shot from Magic Island. To the right of the buildings, you can see Diamond Head.

Nightscape of Downtown Waikiki

Testing out the wide angle lens I rented on beautiful Downtown Waikiki, shot from Magic Island.

Lanai Lookout

The rock formations at Lanai Lookout on Oahu are amazing. The scenery is gorgeous.

Makapu'u Lookout

Stunning view from the Makapu'u Lookout on Oahu.

Makai Research Pier

Sometimes, when you combine something man-made with nature, something beautiful happens.

Paradise Cove

"There's a sunrise and a sunset every single day, and they're absolutely free. Don't miss so many of them." – Jo Walton

Paradise Cove

Sunset scenery along the coast, from Paradise Cove Luau

Watching The Sun Set

Capturing a perfect sunset is all about location, patience, timing, skill, and most of all - luck.

Sunset Outrigger Action

A family takes an outrigger for a spin before the sun sets.

Through the Trees

"Sunsets, like childhood, are viewed with wonder not just because they are beautiful but because they are fleeting." -Richard Paul Evans

Postcard Sunset

A beautiful sunset view from Paradise Cove on Oahu, Hawaii.

Kualoa Ranch

This is the Kualoa Ranch on Oahu, where movies like Jurassic Park and 50 First Dates were filmed. The way the sun and clouds formed on this mountain, it was just begging to be photographed! So gorgeous.

Kualoa Ranch

This is the Kualoa Ranch on Oahu, where movies like Jurassic Park and 50 First Dates were filmed. The way the sun and clouds formed on this mountain, it was just begging to be photographed! So gorgeous.

Into The Light

This amazing bridge through the woods and over a swampy pond was the perfect subject for a photo. The leaves on the ground, the seclusion and the leading lines... one of my favorite locations.

Mary Glover Thurman

Mary Thurman (died 1916) was named the "Angel of Atlanta" for her gifts of flowers from her garden to patients in Atlanta's hospitals. Taken at the Historic Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta, GA.

Falling Apart

This statue has multiple body parts that have fallen off over time: head, both hands, one leg... I'm sure when it was new it was a beautiful statue, but now it is a haunting image of the reality of our mortality. Taken at the Historic Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta, GA.

Watching Over

A solumn statue, praying atop a headstone. Taken at the Historic Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta, GA.

Confederate Memorial Carving

"The largest high relief sculpture in the world, the Confederate Memorial Carving, depicts three Confederate heroes of the Civil War, President Jefferson Davis and Generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson. The entire carved surface measures three-acres, larger than a football field and Mount Rushmore. The carving of the three men towers 400 feet above the ground, measures 90 by 190 feet, and is recessed 42 feet into the mountain. The deepest point of the carving is at Lee's elbow, which is 12 feet to the mountain's surface." For more info: https://www.stonemountainpark.com/activities/history-nature/confederate-memorial-carving

Wife & Daugther

The Neal headstone/statue is one of the most popular at the Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta, GA. There's so much detail and story behind the sculpture. Googling the statue can give you a lot of information on the history of it. I know this type of photography isn't really what sells or what most people want to see, but I just love historic sculptures like this - I wish there were more of them. Taken at Historic Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta, GA.

Lasershow Spectacular at Stone Mountain, GA

Stone Mountain Park puts on a nightly Lasershow with fireworks and music. It is a really awesome display and fun for the whole family.

The Historic Gate to Wormsloe Plantation

Wormsloe Plantation, located in Savannah, GA. The tabby ruins of the Plantation building is the oldest standing structure in Savannah, dating back to the mid-1700's. It is an historic site that is open to the public. The most famous part is the live oak road, which is right beyond this gate. I have 2 different pictures of this road in my Landscapes album.

Sunrise with Little Blue on Hunting Island, SC

On Hunting Island, there used to be numerous cabins along the beach. Over time, the sea has eaten away at the shore, and destroyed most of those cabins. Up until recently, Little Blue was standing alone, surrounded by the relentless waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Unfortunately, this "Last Cabin Standing" has since been torn down, but she will live on in pictures, videos, and the memories of those who were blessed enough to see her in person.

Sunrise with Little Blue on Hunting Island, SC

On Hunting Island, there used to be numerous cabins along the beach. Over time, the sea has eaten away at the shore, and destroyed most of those cabins. Up until recently, Little Blue was standing alone, surrounded by the relentless waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Unfortunately, this "Last Cabin Standing" has since been torn down, but she will live on in pictures, videos, and the memories of those who were blessed enough to see her in person.

Sunrise with Little Blue on Hunting Island, SC

On Hunting Island, there used to be numerous cabins along the beach. Over time, the sea has eaten away at the shore, and destroyed most of those cabins. Up until recently, Little Blue was standing alone, surrounded by the relentless waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Unfortunately, this "Last Cabin Standing" has since been torn down, but she will live on in pictures, videos, and the memories of those who were blessed enough to see her in person.

Sunrise with Little Blue on Hunting Island, SC

On Hunting Island, there used to be numerous cabins along the beach. Over time, the sea has eaten away at the shore, and destroyed most of those cabins. Up until recently, Little Blue was standing alone, surrounded by the relentless waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Unfortunately, this "Last Cabin Standing" has since been torn down, but she will live on in pictures, videos, and the memories of those who were blessed enough to see her in person.

Into The Woods

This amazing bridge through the woods and over a swampy pond was the perfect subject for a photo. The leaves on the ground, the seclusion and the leading lines... one of my favorite locations.

A little hope on a foggy night

I was driving home from work and saw this tree in the fog. I knew I had to get my camera and come back.

Dark Times

An old abandoned building near an old Post Office in Beaufort, SC.

Harbor River

Shoreline view of Harbor River in Beaufort, SC.

Days Gone By

An old abandoned building near an old Post Office in Beaufort, SC.

Edward Burton Rodgers Bridge

Dramatic shot of the bridge over the Harbor RIver.

Eads Bridge - St Louis, Illinois

There are some amazing things to take pictures in St Louis, and this bridge is definitely one of them.

Snowy Banks

Black Hawk Creek - Waterloo, Iowa

Schwell Deal

Out to shoot the sunset and decided to try my hand at bracketing my shots. I am happy with how it turned out.

Mirrored

In this shot, the only color is in the water's reflection, almost showing a whole other world.

Cold Night Approaches

Growing up in the south, I'm not used to snow and ice. When I took this shot, the water underneath the ice was moving and making the ice sound very eerie. Black Hawk Creek, Waterloo, Iowa

The end of a long day

Sunset in Savannah, GA.

Sphinx at Luxor, Las Vegas, Nevada

It was on my bucket list to stay at this hotel ever since I heard of its existence. I am a huge fan of Ancient Egypt, and staying there was all I hoped it would be. Even if you don't stay there, if you're ever in Las Vegas, definitely check out this amazing Vegas landmark hotel.

Wormsloe Road

The famous Avenue of Oaks at the historic Wormsloe Plantation in Savannah, GA. One of the longest roads of its kind. If you are in Savannah and haven't seen it yet - what are you waiting for?