Of Bluebonnets and Berets: The Scenic, Silly, Soul-Soothing Forest

Bluebonnets, Oh, Bluebonnets, Wherefore Art Thou? Here we have the great outdoors, the forest or what passes for one in Texas. I set out on my annual noble quest for bluebonnets, you know the bluebonnets,…

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Opportunity List May 2nd – Places that want your art right now

In case you’re wondering what the expression “grab the bull by the horns” looks like, well, here it is! For those of you looking the grab some opportunities for yourself, you’re in luck because I…

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Rodeo Wrangling and Cowboy Courage: A Photographer’s Unexpected Adventure

Life is Full of Surprises, Isn’t It? Guess where I went this weekend? Surprise! I think that’s also what the rodeo clown said to the bull as he jumped on the railings to get out…

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Where Fish Glide and Time Pauses: A Kyoto Moment

This one screams Kyoto even though it could have been almost anywhere. Welcome to Kyoto, Japan. The land of ancient temples, cherry blossoms, and, of course, tranquil Zen gardens that make you feel like you’ve…

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Lost in Kurashiki: Japan’s Most Beautiful Hidden Canal Town

One if by Shin, Two if by Boat You walk out of the station not knowing what to expect. The high speed rail, or “bullet train” as Americans like to call it, dumped you off…

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