Lighted Spaces and Landscapes
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When I was a boy, the Detroit Institute of Arts had a fabulous ad singing that “you’ve got to have art.” I recommend checking the video and the recent remake. I often hum the tune when passing by my hometown art museum. The museum itself is a signature art piece by Santiago Calatrava. I’ve traveled…
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I was out taking photos of something else when I found this place down the side street. The photo doesn’t really do the building justice. The brickwork and the detail on these row houses is stunning. Bay View is filled with so many different gems like this. (Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 2025)
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I love all the statues around the Brewers ballpark. This is my favorite. The statue honors the 3 workers who died in an accident while building the stadium. Behind me in the photo are the names of all the people who built the facility. Tonight the Brewers return home to play the Nationals tonight, but…
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I went with a friend to Governor’s Island in the Harbor. We took a long walk around the island that day. One of the more interesting finds was a “high end” campground. I like to camp. I like NYC. I want to do those things as “separates.” However it looked like grand fun. (New York,…
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I was sitting the the office one day and noticed this parent and child riding their bikes. They evidently needed to traverse the stairs. I watched as the parent patiently coached the child about carrying the bike up the steps. It was touching and affirming as the child accomplished a challenging task. Then they rode…
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I’m often asked, when is the best time to visit Iceland? My response is that “its always a good time to visit Iceland.” In fact, today is a good day to visit Iceland. So go. See the Perla. (Reykjavik, Iceland, 2024)
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I’ve had more time the past few years for this activity. I’m always on the hunt for small and fun places that are less traveled. However, seeing the well-traveled big stuff is fun as well. It’s important to do both. (New York, New York, 2019)
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I was doing a lot of field work in the western suburbs of Phoenix. I came across a number of good signs and interesting spots. This sign was one of my favorites. (Goodyear, Arizona, 2005)
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When I walked in the lobby, I knew that I would book a room. It felt like a living room with tourist flyers. The restaurant is still open and I remember eating well. The rooms were modest–but felt this comfortable. (Boulder City, Nevada, 2005)
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I was on a road trip and swung into Boulder City for a quick bite to eat. I was going to find a room in a nearby big city. This place was so cute I decided to book my night here at the Boulder Dam Hotel. At one time, it hosted the elite of society.…
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