Ominous Skies

Ominous Skies, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

An amazing sky and cloud formation over Bremerton today. Is this the newly categorized Undulus Asperatus Clouds?

Six Pack

Six Pack, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 34 of 365

Today Cathy made her insane cinnamon rolls for us at work. In rare form, I opted out and chose to take a picture rather than add on more weight. These amazing rolls are about 7" x 7" x 7" and weighing in at about 1/2 lb. of ridiculous goodness.

I watched as my coworkers fell one by one to self-inflicted sugar-induced diabetic comas.

Red Tide

Red Tide, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 33 of 365

This morning, while driving into work, I noticed this amazing vivid sunrise. As I drove I kept looking for that place to pull over and get a great picture. It didn't seem to present itself until the very last moment at the very last turn before I could no longer see the sunrise.

The ferry was just leaving the pier and passing in front of the marina and the sky had reached its apex of color. Quick left instead of right, park, grab camera bag, change lens, focus and fire!

I only wish I had time to set up properly.

Cleaning Up The Shit

Passenger Walkway, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 32 of 365

The shot I chose today wasn't just because it had interesting lines and great colors from the 80's, but more because of the effort it took me to clean up the photo.

You see, when I opened this photo I noticed some bird shit on the windows. So, with a little pixel pushing I cleaned it up. Then I noticed some more bird shit on another window. As, I zoomed into the photo I realized all the bird shit all over all the windows. Typical window in downtown Bremerton. So I cleaned the photo more and more.

When I opened the photo I wasn't sure I was going to use it. But, after cleaning up all that shit I just had to use it for the shot of the day.

Espresso Myself

Espresso Myself, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 31 of 365

Last day of the first month of the 365 Project. One month down 11 to go.

Today's picture was done for the "Still Life" assignment in the Digital Photography School Forum. I'm kind of kills two birds with one stone. I guess I'm actually only killing one bird with one stone, I chose another picture for my DPS assignment. This one will have to stand alone as my January 31st 365 shot. I've been preparing this shot for awhile as a screen background for my computer, so the assignment was fitting

I planned to take a photo of my friend Cathy's giant ass cinnamon rolls, but she couldn't get them done in time for the assignment. I'll still get a photo of them for this project though.

Forgotten

Forgotten, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 30 of 365

For my shot today I went to an old cemetery where I knew some of the occupants were very old. I had an idea of a b&w photo of and an old headstone. Instead, I stumbled upon a few graves in the far back corner of the cemetery that were slowly being engulfed by the surrounding forest. Forgotten and consumed by the vines they are still proud testaments to the individuals.

Ever notice when you walk through an old cemetery, it's always cold and you're always alone. But then again... I don't think I want to run into anybody.

Wheelhouse Reflected

Wheelhouse Reflected, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 29 of 365

With just enough daylight left today I headed down to my favorite local marina to see what I could capture. I got quite a variety of birds and sealife. But once again I was drawn to a puddle of water with a reflection in it. Although this one, the subject matter is clearly visible.

I guess I appreciate what I see in puddles because I've seen so many in my lifetime of living in Washington.

P1 to P2

P1, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 28 of 365

I wanted to go outside and shoot this afternoon, but the weather wasn't cooperating with me. So, I stayed in the parking garage and worked on some long exposures.

You can see the light trails of the cars going up and down the ramp inside and outside the mirror. Unfortunately, because of the long exposure, you can't see the fools that stopped in front of my camera to make faces.

Slow Workers Ahead

Slow Workers Ahead, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 27 of 365

I gotta say, I thought they were making pretty good time on the construction of the new Bremerton Bar & Grill. But obviously, somebody has enough issue with speed of this project and its workers to post a sign to the public. I might suggest the foreman call a project meeting.

[Thanks A.J. for pointing this out]

Scale of Gray

Scale of Gray, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 26 of 365

Every day we see this building from our office. Today the sun was hitting it just right to produce this great gray scale effect on the paneling.

If my shot was wider (possibly in another post) you would see how much the top this building looks like a PlayStation 2. I'm not sure whether to laugh at the stupidity of it or the brilliance. But, because of my gaming past, I'll lean towards brilliance.

Bay Bowl

Bay Bowl, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 25 of 365

Everyday I drive by this Bremerton institution. I kept telling myself I would stop and get a picture of the signage, it just stands out to me. Not just because it's an amazing 15 foot sign atop a 40 foot column of brick. Mostly because I fondly remember spending many nights here drinking and bowling with good friends. Certainly more drinking then bowling.

This is the only bowling alley I have ever been in where I was shown behind the lanes where I saw the massive nostalgic machinery that makes all that bowling shit happen. Clunking gears, clanking metal on metal and bowling balls rushing down the lanes and crashing through the pins and into the chute. Quite a memorable site.

What I wouldn't give to get my camera in there today.

Beautiful Wife

Wife, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 24 of 365

"Your lips come as some surprise, that they would want to come and meet mine.
They never taste like the last time, your lips come as some surprise."

Today my picture is of the most beautiful, wonderful and amazing Wife any man could ever ask for. Everyday I am thankful she is with me.

She make me a better man.

Grandpa's Fedora

Grandpa's Fedora, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 23 of 365

Today we had a family gathering to celebrate beautiful Wife's birthday. My 94 years old Grandpa made a distinguished appearance. Once again I was lured to that great Fedora he so often sports. [see previous photo]

This time I spotted a red and black feather on the other side of the hat. I realized as I took the picture, no one deserves a feather in their cap more than this man.

Silhouettes in a Puddle

Shadows in a Puddle, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 22 of 365

I got a little cabin fever today so I jumped in the car and went for a little drive to see if I could find any photo ops. Somehow, I found myself 30 miles north in Hansville getting some great captures of the lighthouse and sunset.

Some of the most intriguing shots came on my way out of Hansville. There are some dilapidated waterfront businesses and cabins that provided to me a little gold mine of images.

But, of all that, I choose the photo of a puddle. A puddle in front of the dilapidated buildings, in the beautiful waterfront community and at sunset.

You never know what will make the cut.

Engine 1

Engine 1, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 21 of 365

I have always loved Fire Trucks... who doesn't?

Today, due to some unfortunate sole in need, the Bremerton Fire Department responded near to me. I was granted a rare and brief opportunity to photograph their Fire Truck parked and alone.

These vehicles are amazing in detail. They command respect with their vibrant colors, defined lines and shimmering chromium. Certainly masterpieces of form and function with an odd mesh of beauty and industry. From every angle there is a capture for my camera.

I think this shot conveys that description the best.

In Gear

In Gear, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 20 of 365

I have always admired this beautiful little clock we got as a wedding gift. My wife placed it center above the TV covering my ugly network router perfectly.

Today, I notice that it stopped running so I thought it was a good opportunity to capture the cogs close up.

Now I better get it in gear and figure out what's wrong with it.

"Say Cheese!"

Warehouse Shopping, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 19 of 365

Since we missed our weekend excursion to the wholesale warehouse, we had to go tonight. There isn't much opportunity for photographs in a Costco. I had to make due with the iPhone.

With respect for our photography project, I captured this low angle of the cheese isle.

"Say Cheese!"

Fortune

Fortune, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 18 of 365

I went to see a Gypsy Fortune Teller tonight. She told me I was the luckiest man in the world and that I should appreciate every waking moment I have with my beautiful family.

I agreed. Why did I give her $50? I already knew that.

Asparaguts

Asparaguts, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 17 of 365

So every now and again my family goes to my Mother-in-laws for dinner. She is a wonderful cook and I love everything she makes. The one things she does is serve a well rounded meal with Meat/Poultry, Rice, Salad, fruit and... asparagus. She always makes perfectly prepared asparagus.

I love asparagus but my Father-in-law and wife do not like it. In fact, he has nicknamed them "Asparaguts". So, usually me and my Mother-in-law get to eat the whole heaping plate. I tend to do most of the damage.

Well, I don't know what happens to the rest of you population when they eat a huge plate of greens, but for me... well, let's just say that ironically it always has a severe impact on my "Guts".

Ixchel Arrives

A Break In The Clouds, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 16 of 365

I pondered throughout the day what I was going to shoot for the project. I was inspired by many things like blue waffle batter, Seahawks memorabilia, dogs and cupcakes. But nothing was more inspiring then the moon this evening.

I first noticed it peeking in and out of the clouds as I drove my son across town. As much as I love my son, I really wanted to get back home to set up the camera and get a good stable shot.

When I did arrive home the conditions weren't perfect. The shot was there I just had to wait it out. The clouds where quickly whisping by and the moon, in perfect form, kept appearing and disappearing.

Persistence pays off, I only wish I had a better lens.

Thanks Ixchel.

A Childs Friend

A Childs Friend, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 15 of 365

Okay, half a month went by before I posted a picture of my daughter. I promised myself this project wouldn't be full of her pictures, we have a blog just for that. But, on this day, she actually asked me to take her picture with her stuffed worm.

These days it's almost impossible to take a nice picture her because she won't stand still for more than a second or two. I couldn't resist the opportunity. And at this rate she'll only be in 24 of 365 pictures.

After getting her slippers on her hands, why?... because she's a kid, she grabbed her stuffed worm, hugged it tightly and said "Cheeze!"

Honey Bucket Bridge

Honey Bucket Bridge, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 14 of 365

When driving home a couple of days ago I spotted this strangely familiar blue object over the side of the Manette Bridge where the construction of the new bridge was happening. "Holy smokes... it's a Honey Bucket!".

As with most things construction, this probably wouldn't be there for very long. So today I ventured over to the bridge and asked the construction worker if he wouldn't mind me shooting some photos. I admitted to him I was going to be shooting the porta potty. "How many times do you see a Honey Bucket 100+ feet up?" He agreed.

Framed In Ferry

Framed In Ferry, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 13 of 365

After eating leftovers from our amazing lunch yesterday, I was compelled to venture outside to walk off the gluttony. Knowing the ferry was coming in, I headed to the waterfront park with camera in hand. It was rainy, windy and typical shitty Washington winter weather day.

I said "Hi!" to the Parks & Rec. guy snapped this shot and G.T.F.O.

Preparing Baklava

Preparing Baklava, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

This is not a 365 but it relates to the previous picture and all about going Greek today.

This is a shot of pouring the copious amounts of sugar/honey/lemon water all over the layered phyllo dough and crazy sweet nutty mixture.

I am in love with Baklava!

Redying My Onions

Redying My Onions, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 12 of 365

Today was our annual Send Hunger Packing fund-raising winners lunch. The department, in the organization I work for, that wrangled the most money and food donations got an amazing Greek themed lunch prepared by us just for them.

I was the Sous Chef to my co-worker Cathy who prepared all the food. We created a huge Greek style meal for 30 people. I spent a good portion of my day readying the onions (thus the picture of the red onion) and preparing vegetables. We rolled dough and packing meat products into things I would never consider, like grape leaves? Who knew? We used herbs like mint in almost everything, carved canoes out of zucchini and put lemon and eggs in the chicken soup, WTF?

When it was all said and done everything tasted amazing and it was a huge success.

Daily Grind

Daily Grind, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 11 of 365

Every morning for over a year, including weekends, I have made me and my lovely wife a latté. A routine that has become, well... routine. A process that takes 20 minutes every day, but has saved us countless dollars.

Some days I wonder if it's worth it. But when that sweet goodness hits my lips I refrain from those absurd thoughts and realize, yes she is.

Servin Mini

Servin Mini, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 10 of 365

Tonight I had to spend the majority of the evening setting up the server. Not much fun in this and I was running short on time on my 365 project. This subject matter seemed fitting since it's consuming so much time.

Chevelle

Chevelle, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 9 of 365

Today I spent my afternoon working on my good friend Sean's bad ass Chevelle project car. I know I wanted a stand out shot, so I spent a lot of time shooting everything I could while still trying to be helpful.

What I really love is the sky reflection in the black paint behind the emblem.

I cannot wait till this car is on the road.

Amazing 12th Woman

Amazing 12th Woman, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 8 of 365

My amazing wife loves football. She faithfully supports her Seahawks by wearing her 12th Man beanie during the entire game. Something terribly Hot about a woman that digs football. I love the way she gets excited about touchdowns.

I am proud that on this day, day 8 of my 365 where I can say "Go Hawks!" pulling off the upset game of the year over the New Orleans Saints.

My First Canon

My First Canon, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 7 of 365

This is where photography began for me. My father gave me this camera for my photography courses in College. At the time I just needed an 35mm manual camera to complete my assignments. I didn't put much stock in the fact that he was giving up a passion of his so that I could learn it.

After using it for years and paying an absurd, but worth it $200 to repair it. I loaned it my niece, knowing it had good karma. She used it to learn her photography and then moved on to digital. She is very passionate and a wonderful photographer.

Today it was returned to me.

Now that it is home, I shall retire it onto the front of a shelf where other classic cameras are displayed. Certainly, to be in the front. Probably never used again, but never forgotten.

**Sick**

**Sick**, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 6 of 365

This is the only picture I felt like taking today. I was so laid up I actually used my iPhone to take my daily photo for the first time in this 365 Project.
This photo completely depicts my day. I used enough Kleenex to wipe the noses of entire Kindergarten schoolyard. I fucking hate being sick!

Malo Fight

Malo Fight, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 5 of 365

Me and my friends have been listening to a podcast that had an interview with a Photographer named Rebekka Guðleifsdóttir who does amazing multiple exposure self portraits. We got talking about it and decided that it was a good idea to try it out. Myself, I thought it would be great for my 365 project.

Malo was gracious enough to pose for a couple of quick photos which I combined into this lovely portrait of self turmoil.

I added a bit of cyberpunk coloring and a brick wall to give it an alley brawl feel.

Not sure how I feel about it, but it's there and done.

Lil' Red Devils

Lil' Red Devils, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 4 of 365

Okay, today was very full and I couldn't really get out the camera. I realize now that this 365 will be a true challenge.

I wasn't ready to use my go-to shot of my wonderful daughter. So, I chose to shoot one of my greatest fears... The Tomato. Anybody that knows me knows this is a real challenge. For some stupid reason I have conceded to a phobia about this Nightshade fruit.

Damn these little devils are always around the house and I hate them, but they are beautiful rich subjects.

An Oily Reflection

An Oily Reflection, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

Day 3 of 365

Today I ventured out during my lunch to see what I could capture for my 365. I walked up and down the Bremerton Marina popping off shots of anything an everything, looking for that perfect image.

I chased a wood duck up and down the dock, but never got the shot I wanted. Stupid duck! He will be in this 365 Project eventually.

In the end, I did get quite a few good shots, but this one was the stand out. I was amazed at the reflections that some of the boats were producing. They looked like drizzled oil paintings, like Jackson Pollock, only decipherable and oddly realistic.

In the end, I'm very happy with day 3.

Micro Ice Crystals

Day 2 of 365

This morning I woke to a very frosty morning. I went out to warm up my car and saw these super small ice crystals that had formed on the paint. I thought it make for a pretty good 2nd day photo for my 365 project. So I grabbed my POS marco lens and fired this shot.

The Dawn Of A New Year

Day 1 of 365

I went out today to begin my 365 project. I knew I wanted my first picture to be the dawn of a new year.

A Kiss

A Kiss, originally uploaded by Shutter Priorities.

My wife enjoying a true love kiss from my daughter.

Oregon Waterfalls

These are my shots from a Fall drive through Oregon. Long exposures and and a shallow depths of field were my priority when shooting most of the waterfall in that area.

Multnomah Falls at a great angle and a shallow depth of field.

Long Exposure of Wahkeena Falls.

Black and White Bridges

I rarely do black and white photography, however I think these images deserved to be shown. The shapes and textures in these bridges I felt were amazing.

Latourell Falls bridge supports

Rails of Multnomah Falls foot bridge.

Rack Em' Sausage

Shooting in Pool Hall provides some great low light images. The mood of a Pool Hall really comes trough in these images.

A Fall Day In The Northwest

This is a project I did for the "One Day On Earth" project. It is my first video compilation and filming experience.

On October 10, 2010 (10.10.10), across the planet, documentary filmmakers, students, and inspired citizens recorded the human experience over a 24-hour period and contributed their voice to the largest participatory media event in history.

This was my contribution.

Mt. St. Helens Panoramic

Bald Eagle

I have tried to hit the National Geographic Bald Eagle picture for a long time. I have considered it my unicorn shot.

Time Lapse Sunset

Miniature Faking / Tilt-Shift

Miniature faking is a post-processing technique, which involves selectively blurring a photo to simulate the narrow depth of field found in macro photography and some tilt-shift photography, making the image appear to be of a miniature model.

Northwest Trek Wildlife Photos

A few photos of northwest wildlife taken at the Northwest Trek wildlife sanctuary. There is no place like it for getting those close up photos.