2020 has been a year of strange, challenging and most unusual events. Here to wrap up the year in pictures are several photos taken, diverse, unrelated yet... there we were.
Like the doorways in an abandoned Texas ranch house,
we entered 2020 not knowing what lie in wait.
Fayetteville Ranch House, Texas 2020
Innocently we proceeded into the year...
Jefferson Boardwalk, Texas 2020
The Houston Marathon kicked off the spring season of camera clicking.
Under the Bridge, Houston 2020
Then came the Houston Rodeo in March, which was suddenly cancelled mid-show. No one knew quite what to make of the Wuhan Flu, as was then called. Now why some protested saying that word was racist to the Chinese yet had no problem referring to the Spanish Flu go 1918... ?
are some cultures protected, privileged or is it all BS PC Word Policing?
Braids - Rodeo Cowgirl, Houston, 2020
Curtis's Last Rodeo, Houston 2020
Next up took a photography safari to Iceland to capture the sights...
Can one say safari though not going to Africa?
iPhone photo from inside the bus of distant mountains, Iceland 2020
Inside the ice cave looking out, wondering how our guide got up there...
Climbing the Ice, Iceland 2020
The summer found us spending more time in New Mexico, trying different photo techniques, hiding from the virus and healing from dental surgery.
Brilliant New Mexican Clouds with Rainbow, New Mexico 2020
Experimented and learned a lot with night sky photography.
In this shot captured two planets, the milky way and Taos lights.
Celestial Events, New Mexico 2020
During the day, was spent looking for scenic spots with streams and rivers
to practice slow shutter speed shots of running water.
Red River, New Mexico 2020
Fall made itself known by the changing aspen colors and falling leaves.
High Meadow, New Mexico 2020
Back in Texas, several Fall visits were made to Caddo Lake in northeast Texas.
Boathouse, Caddo Lake 2020
The bald cypress tree leaves turn red before dropping.
These red colors only last for about a week, maybe ten days.
Fall Bayou Colors, Caddo Lake 2020
The Snowy Great Egret at home in the bayou.
Spanish Moss, Caddo Lake 2020
Finally winter came and we retired to staying indoors more, avoiding large groups, parties and family. Everyone says at our age and with our ailments we are more susceptible to catching the virus.
Which could be serious. so we avoided... whatever.
First Snow, New Mexico 2020
Truth be told, actually this photo was taken in August, but when converted to black & white,
it changed to a snow scene. The camera eye sees all and easily deceives.
Hope your year 2020 was interesting and a learning experience, in spite of the virus scare. We'll keep learning new techniques, seeking new sights, improve our skills and hopefully venture out more in 2021.
More sidecar riding is being planned.
Happy New Years to you and yours
CCjon
Wow! Beautiful images! Really impressed with the star photo.
ReplyDeleteBTW, we will be closer to Houston for the next couple of weeks. I think we will be about and hour out but have plans for several trips into and around the area.
Thanks Richard, give me a call when you are this way, we're on the northwest corner of the county, 290/99, not far from Waller. I'll send you my phone number.
ReplyDeleteNot too far away. We will be near Columbus for about 2 1/2 weeks.
DeleteEmailed you my phone number.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful 2020 pictures! What a year! The Celestial Event one is my favorite!
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed them Lily, Happy New Year.
DeleteAm looking forward to a productive 2021 with new images and more learning, maybe even getting in some long distance sidecar trips... fingers crossed...
Outstandingly beautiful pictures! Happy New Year to you, Amparo and yours. The picture of Curtis the Cowboy reminded me of Snowbum, BMW Airhead Motorcycle Guru....could have been his twin!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Happy New Years to you and the C Gang.
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