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Photo of the Week: The Forgotten Bench

April 15, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

Halfway down a set of stairs lies a bench that used to be a frequent seat for smokers or those resting under the spring blossoms. Now, this bench has long since fallen into disrepair, and it is no longer possible to sit on it comfortably. (more…)

Photo of the Week: Lingering Autumn

April 8, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

My photo this week is actually a preview of next Tuesday's main post. We were finally able to get out for the season's first real hike, and we made a full day out of it, capturing all the beauty the location had to offer. I have previously made my love…

Photo of the Week: Journey

April 1, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

I see many unusual things on my daily commute. I've always had a penchant for noticing the unusual, and while that might garner some quizzical glances from passersby, more often than not, I'm pleased by the results. The simple, odd finds make my day-to-day life more interesting. People are interesting.…

Photo of the Week: Portal

March 25, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

We jokingly call this the "Shawshank Bridge" because this looks like a passageway into a prison grounds. Fortunately, it does not mark the end of freedom; it is merely one of the many bridges I cross along the daily route of my commute. (more…)

Photo of the Week: Round and Round

March 18, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

I recently bought a new camera because I needed something high-quality and ultra-compact/lightweight. Too many times, I found myself lamenting that I had only the dismal quality of my phone to capture a truly remarkable sight. I'd occasionally grab my big camera when the clouds promised a colorful sunrise, but…

Photo of the Week: Simplicity

March 11, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

Sometimes, some of my favorite photos are of the most simple things. It's refreshing to stare at nature's patterns, free from the overwhelming complexity of intricately framed scenes. We went to the beach last weekend, and amidst the endless storms crashing into the shoreline, we were given a rare treat:…

Photo of the Week: Your Spring is Showing

March 4, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

You may think it's a bit early for spring, but the life everywhere disagrees. Birds are chirping at sunrise, the sun is winning its battle with winter's blanket of clouds, and all around, trees are in full bloom, painting the Waterfront in pastel hues that sing of spring. This is the…

Photo of the Week: Meet Mochi!

February 26, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

I seem to be on a cat streak with my posts as of late.. but can you blame me? They're so photogenic! Both real and virtual, I love the little fuzzballs through and through; I never tire of their entertaining, quirky ways. Our little family was broken last year when…

Photo of the Week: Cat Cafes

February 19, 2016October 7, 2017 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

As you've probably learned by now, I have a thing for cats. Each one is a distinctly unique individual, and they never cease to amaze us with their quirks, their cuteness, their brilliance. They capture our hearts and our internet. I love the process of getting to know a new…

Photo of the Week: Panoramic Sunrise

February 12, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

I don't usually do a lot of panoramas. They take extra work that I don't always have patience for; more often than not, panoramic sets sit abandoned in my raw photos directory, waiting futilely for some caring soul to stitch them together. However, when I do put in the time…

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