West Ashley - Greenway

I host different lifestyle events at my church. For the month of December, I scheduled a bike ride along the West Ashley - Greenway. The greenway runs along an old railway line for about ten miles. I was able to complete a 12 mile trip (round trip). I snagged this picture just past the six mile marker with my cellphone. I was able to put the sun behind me and capture the beauty of the South Carolina Lowcountry. It was about 11:00 am with a partly cloudy sky for a backdrop. This picture was taken on the first Sunday of December.

Snow Day in Arizona

Here is a picture of my backyard during our snow day in February. We don't have that many "Snow Days" in Arizona. Unfortunely, it was on a Sunday. No day off this go round.

Helldorado Cowboys and Meredith

My wife, daughter, and I went to Tombstone, AZ on Sunday to visit with some friends. We stopped by and visited the Helldorado gunfight show. This is a group photo of my daughter (Meredith)) and a few of the cowboys that appeared in the show.

Healthy Lifestyle Challenge - 2010

Here are the brave few who participated in the Healthy Lifestyle - Challenge. The challenge consisted of a 500 yard swim, 6 mile bike ride, and a 3 mile run/walk. This is an event for people who want to get out and exercise without having to train for a major event like a triathlon. If you are interested in participating in the 2011 Healthy Lifestyle - Challenge, visit the church website: www.sierravistachurch.com

Half Moon at night

Here's a late night shot of a half moon. Not a lot of detail, but I like the pink hue coming off the moon.

Fire Clouds over Arizona

My daughter and I were driving along and it looked like these clouds where on fire. I thought it was interesting, so I took a picture. Not bad for a quick shot on the go!

Selection 3 - Architecture Photo

I adjusted this photo to compensate for the contrast and brightness. The stones in the riverbed aren't as washed out by the light now.

This is a photograph of the Kintai Bridge in Iwakuni Japan. About 200 meters long (220 yards), the bridge spans the Nishiki River. The wooden structure consists of five arches, each 5 meters (5.5 yards) wide, 6.6 meters (73 yards) high, and spanning 40 meters (44 yards). The elegance of the form inspired the name Kintai (which means gold brocade sash, because of a similarity to the traditional Nishiki obi for kimono). Along with Nihonbashi bridge in Tokyo and Meganebashi bridge in Nagasaki, it is on e of the three most famous bridges in Japan.

When you travel in your city, country or around the world, the photographer needs to stop and capture the uniqueness of his/her surroundings. I have travelled in Asia and Europe and the architectural wonders are amazing. Cathedrals in Europe, floating temples in Asia; what will the next trip present. I'll be ready with my camera. Will you?

Richard