LENS CAPTURE

Vol. 3 No. 12


  During a quick trip into the now trendy neighborhood of Astoria, in New York City's outer borough of Queens, I made a short visit to a favorite spot.  Growing up in this area (which wasn't so trendy then), I spent a great deal of time along the East River waterfront.  This area, with its public green spaces growing rapidly, is now attracting more activities.  One spot in particular, the Socrates Sculpture Park, is partly responsible for the revitalization in the immediate area.


Until 1986, the area now occupied by the park was an abandoned landfill and dump.  A group of artist got together and developed a great outdoor exhibition space and park for the neighborhood.   

Vol. 3 No. 11


 I took a step back in time this past weekend.  This was possible with the help of two gorgeous models and a historical gem of a location, the American Airpower Museum in Farmingdale, New York. 


With the help of Victoria Podesta and her crew from Berger Bros Camera providing the logistics, and David Piazza from Westcott providing the lights and plenty of expertise, we took to our task of recreating the 1940's.

Vol. 3 No. 10


As I continue to wade through all the great images from the American Photo Model Shoot, I offer this two-shot series of candlelight captures.

Vol. 3 No. 9


After scouting out the best photo locations along the 13 mile scenic drive earlier the day before, I ventured back to Red Rock Canyon for sunrise.  With a 1 hour drive to reach my destination, I started out at 4:00 AM to catch the Sun cresting the eastern mountain range around 5:25 AM.  The temperature at that point had only hit 52°F at the Calico Basin, so a hooded sweatshirt was a definite requirement.  During my 2½ hour visit on this particular morning, the temperature rose more than 25 degrees. 


Was it worth it?  You be the judge.