Beautiful Mess
365-day challenge, Day 60
6 November 2014
©JReyes
Monday, November 10, 2014
Beautiful Mess
The tree in front of the Philippine Embassy that has been displaying a beautiful blazing orange leaves has finally shed its last batch of leaves... Until next year, dear tree. :)
Thursday, November 06, 2014
Busker and friend
I always pass by this jolly musician-ventriloquist during my afternoon walks. Today he may have decided to wake up a bit earlier and get started with his street performance. On my way to work this morning I passed him by, and this time, I decided to go back and take his photo.
I have quite a collection of photos of street performers. I sort of admire their courage to take on a very tough stage, that is the street, where the audience is not expected to listen, nor appreciate your music. I have seen quite a few good buskers, and I have been blown away with some that really have the talent. In his case, from the looks of his open guitar coffin I could see that he has already captured quite a number of pedestrians.
So right there, I did the deed. I dropped a dollar, then afterwards asked if he doesn't mind me taking his photo. He instantly obliged and quipped with a smile, "No worries kid. Nobody will care anyway." Or something to that effect. I then smiled back, took around three photos, thanked him (and he thanked me back for the dollar), then I left.
I think this was also my first attempt at street photography where I actually asked for permission.
Hope he and his friend (the puppet) had a good audience.
I have quite a collection of photos of street performers. I sort of admire their courage to take on a very tough stage, that is the street, where the audience is not expected to listen, nor appreciate your music. I have seen quite a few good buskers, and I have been blown away with some that really have the talent. In his case, from the looks of his open guitar coffin I could see that he has already captured quite a number of pedestrians.
So right there, I did the deed. I dropped a dollar, then afterwards asked if he doesn't mind me taking his photo. He instantly obliged and quipped with a smile, "No worries kid. Nobody will care anyway." Or something to that effect. I then smiled back, took around three photos, thanked him (and he thanked me back for the dollar), then I left.
I think this was also my first attempt at street photography where I actually asked for permission.
Hope he and his friend (the puppet) had a good audience.
Busker and Friend
365-day challenge, Day 59
5 November 2014
©JReyes
First day of night
It was my first working day of "Fall Back" and I realized I was no longer used to going home with dark skies... Thus, I decided to make this my POTD.
After I shot this, some guy from behind me asked "What are you shooting man?" I said "The moon."
Then he said, "That's not how you shoot the moon man." Then the following five minutes was a free tour of his bag of goodies that is a Canon 60D and some high-end lenses (24-70mm, 150-400mm, primes), plus a free lesson on shooting the moon.
It was a short but sweet conversation with a fellow street photographer. But then afterwards I realized that the conversation was actually about his new camera, pricey lenses and great B&W photos. :)
After I shot this, some guy from behind me asked "What are you shooting man?" I said "The moon."
Then he said, "That's not how you shoot the moon man." Then the following five minutes was a free tour of his bag of goodies that is a Canon 60D and some high-end lenses (24-70mm, 150-400mm, primes), plus a free lesson on shooting the moon.
It was a short but sweet conversation with a fellow street photographer. But then afterwards I realized that the conversation was actually about his new camera, pricey lenses and great B&W photos. :)
First day of night
365-day challenge, Day 58
4 November 2014
Tracks
Days off give me the opportunity to explore a few parks close to where we live. On the way home from DC, I decided to drive by Old Town Alexandria, VA. Instead of taking the usual route in King Street, I decided to take the sides streets. Then I passed by Oronoco Bay Park by Madison Street. It's by the Mt. Vernon trail, where, beside the running trail, runs an old train track.
It's a great park for walking pets, children, or simply for those looking for a relaxing view of the Potomac River.
I took a photo of the train tracks. I waited for a train to pass by but then after 3 hours of waiting (jk), I figured this is no longer operational. :)
Tracks
365-day challenge, Day 57
3 November 2014
©JReyes
"Backyard" View
This view and a warm cup of coffee, with easy Sunday background music made our November 2nd morning extra special.
POTD brought to you by: Our "backyard" forest. :)
"Backyard" View in Autumn
365-day Challenge, Day 56
2 November 2014
Wednesday, November 05, 2014
Halloween costume(s) 2014
You know that your kid is growing up right when you start arguing with him. :) And one of these instances is this Halloween.
Bubbles and I have decided one day to pick Juancho's costume for Halloween at a nearby Target. We initially thought of characters that Juancho is fond of lately, and we instantly remembered Elmo. He's currently into Elmo these days, thanks in particular to his duet with Adam Sandler for a Song About Elmo. That song and many other Elmo duets help us get through the morning rush without him getting in the way of our morning rituals. Elmo has become our morning babysitter.
Ergo, we decided to pick Elmo as Juancho's costume this year. When we got home, we showed him the costume, and he instantly said on the top of his lungs, a big definitive, NO! I thought maybe we could convince him eventually but then after a few tries, we realized that all attempts to turn Juancho into Elmo will be futile.
We eventually gave up with Elmo and decided to just have a costume-free Halloween for Juancho.
Then came October 31. I suddenly decided to take one more trip to the costume store to find Juancho a costume. Then I found what I think would suit him. I instantly bought it, brought it home for Juancho to try.
Juancho did not take it immediately. Thanks to that star, relented to first wear the vest. Then I coerced him to weat the shirt, then the pants. When he looked at himself in the mirror, I said to myself "well, well, I think I found the one costume for this year's Halloween." He was happy. I was happy. :)
Thus, Juancho's costume is my POTD. He used it on Halloween, and again during the Halloween inspired baby shower for a friend.
I am also sharing my own Halloween costume.
Bubbles and I have decided one day to pick Juancho's costume for Halloween at a nearby Target. We initially thought of characters that Juancho is fond of lately, and we instantly remembered Elmo. He's currently into Elmo these days, thanks in particular to his duet with Adam Sandler for a Song About Elmo. That song and many other Elmo duets help us get through the morning rush without him getting in the way of our morning rituals. Elmo has become our morning babysitter.
Ergo, we decided to pick Elmo as Juancho's costume this year. When we got home, we showed him the costume, and he instantly said on the top of his lungs, a big definitive, NO! I thought maybe we could convince him eventually but then after a few tries, we realized that all attempts to turn Juancho into Elmo will be futile.
We eventually gave up with Elmo and decided to just have a costume-free Halloween for Juancho.
Then came October 31. I suddenly decided to take one more trip to the costume store to find Juancho a costume. Then I found what I think would suit him. I instantly bought it, brought it home for Juancho to try.
Juancho did not take it immediately. Thanks to that star, relented to first wear the vest. Then I coerced him to weat the shirt, then the pants. When he looked at himself in the mirror, I said to myself "well, well, I think I found the one costume for this year's Halloween." He was happy. I was happy. :)
Thus, Juancho's costume is my POTD. He used it on Halloween, and again during the Halloween inspired baby shower for a friend.
Woody 2014
365-day challenge, Day 55
1 November 2014
©JReyes
I am also sharing my own Halloween costume.
Breaking Bad
Autumn Impression
Happy Halloween!
I thought of sharing another autumn photo. This time, I wanted to play with my lens a bit, slowing down the shutter and tilting the camera while shutter is open. The result was actually not bad. :)
But then I also have to share a Halloween photo. Here goes. :)
I thought of sharing another autumn photo. This time, I wanted to play with my lens a bit, slowing down the shutter and tilting the camera while shutter is open. The result was actually not bad. :)
Autumn Impression
365-day Challenge, Day 54
31 October 2014
©JReyes
But then I also have to share a Halloween photo. Here goes. :)
Halloween in Georgetown 2014
©JReyes
Orange and Green
Another autumn shot. Couldn't stop shooting the beautiful leaves.
This one is from a tree I normally pass by going to and coming from work.
This one is from a tree I normally pass by going to and coming from work.
Orange and Green
365-day challenge, Day 53
30 October 2014
©JReyes
Georgetown in Autumn
While waiting for a visiting former classmate from Singapore, I decided to take a quick stroll of Georgetown. Instantly I brought out my camera to take a few shots. The streets were filled with foliage and most trees were burning bright orange.
This time, I'll post not just one but a few more autumn pictures from Georgetown.
Dumbarton
Street
Climb
Loner
Autumn Streets
365-day challenge, Day 52
29 October 2014
All images ©JReyes
Lunch out
It's good to occasionally go out for lunch with colleagues. It boosts camaraderie and teamwork, at the same time it foster a lighter and more fun working environment. This is an opportune time to get to know them more as people. :) Forbes.com states lunching out with colleagues as one of 10 tips for getting your colleagues to work with you better.
This day team has decided to go out for lunch to celebrate October celebrants. Happy Birthday!
Shot was taken of the team on the way back to work.
This day team has decided to go out for lunch to celebrate October celebrants. Happy Birthday!
Shot was taken of the team on the way back to work.
Lunch out
365-day challenge, Day 51
28 October 2014
©JReyes
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