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Escaping Life and Recharging With Autumn Colors

October 25, 2018November 8, 2018 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

It's easy for life to run away with us. And unfortunately, the things that bring us joy are often the victims. Soon, this phenomenal ephemeral season will give way to rain, and I'll have missed out on the year's best photography. So difficult as it was, I pressed "pause" on…

WC: Finding Time for Photography

October 29, 2017November 3, 2017 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

I'm always a bit surprised when I hear folks say something along the lines of, "I'd love to find more time for photography," like photography is an extracurricular activity for which one must set aside dedicated time. I hear tales of sad cameras left forgotten in a closet for months…

Motion in the Trees

November 9, 2016 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

I've seen pictures from the Boardman tree farm before, and I immediately resolved to see it for myself. When I heard it is to be chopped down and replaced with cow farms, I knew I needed to make this beautiful place a priority. I absolutely love autumn. I love the…

Japan – Day 9: City Hopping

December 29, 2015October 10, 2017 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

Day 9 was a transitionary day, marking the end of our time in Tokyo and the introduction of a new city. With a train leaving earlier than the hotel's restaurant would open, we instead ate our Cup Noodles made the other day, along with some snacks purchased at the convenience…

A Taste of Japan: The Philosopher’s Walk

November 18, 2015October 10, 2017 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

If you find yourself in Kyoto, set aside a morning for the Philosopher's Walk. Best un- (or lowly-) populated, early morning will afford you a quiet path upon which to calmly take in the song of the water and contemplate life's mysteries. The entire path is a little over a…

Packing

October 27, 2015October 10, 2017 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

In less than four days, we will embark on an epic adventure to parts unknown (to us, anyway). We are making our last-minute notes on where to find the best okonomiyaki and brushing up on our kanji. Yep, while others will be collecting candy and traversing dark haunted houses, we will…

Abiqua Falls

October 19, 2015October 10, 2017 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

One of the awesome things about being part of a local photography group is that we're exposed to a lot of obscure locations I would otherwise miss. Abiqua Falls was one such recent find. (more…)

Photo of the Week: My Commute

October 15, 2015October 10, 2017 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

I wake up at 5am every day (yes, even weekends). This means I always get to see the sunrise, which is a real treat, especially when Waterfront Park is almost completely devoid of all human life, save for the most devout joggers. I am fortunate to work close enough to…

An Ode to Autumn

October 11, 2015October 10, 2017 by Brianna Shade

Brianna Shade

I love fall. I always have. While some love the sunshine of summer, the beauty of spring, or the snuggles of winter, my heart lies with autumn. (more…)