Tag Archives: photography

Three Photographs

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Neil

I bought an inexpensive Canon camera on Amazon during Black Friday and I received it in the mail last week.  As usual, I ignored the suggestion to read the manual and started to play with it without knowing what I … Continue reading →

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The First Annual Blogger Holiday Online Arts and Crafts Fair

Posted on November 30, 2007 by Neil

Arts and Crafts Fair Poster Girl Villanovababy Welcome to the first ever Blogger Holiday Online Arts and Crafts Fair.  This is your opportunity to be introduced to the artistic work of some of your favorite bloggers.  It’s the holiday season… … Continue reading →

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Good Advice

Posted on January 6, 2007 by Neil

Thank you for telling me that I should use a better photo for selling myself on that blogger auction.   I love to hear the truth.   I should learn to be as honest as you guys.  Ellen of LA is My Beat was … Continue reading →

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The Overcoat Photo (Behind the Scenes)

Posted on December 5, 2006 by Neil

IM Message One (Neil and Sophia) Sophia:  (in Los Angeles)  How’s the weather? Neil:  Tonight it is freezing. Sophia:  What are you wearing? Neil:  My leather coat. Sophia: Don’t wear that.  It’s too cold for a leather jacket.  Wear that other … Continue reading →

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The Trees Are Indian Princes

Posted on October 11, 2006 by Neil

Bright yellow, red, and orange, The leaves come down in hosts; The trees are Indian princes, But soon they’ll turn to ghosts. – William Allingham (1824-1889), Irish poet Green how I want you green. Green wind. Green branches. – Federico … Continue reading →

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Turning Over a New Leaf

Posted on October 2, 2006 by Neil

  I fasted today, but I didn’t go to temple for Yom Kippur.  I just didn’t feel like going.  On Yom Kippur, there is an important memorial service, and it would have been the first time going to the service … Continue reading →

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I Am a Camera

Posted on October 1, 2006 by Neil

I’ve never been much of a photographer. I honestly think the problem is one of assertiveness. Taking photos of the world around you requires some chutzpah, some “balls.” To take a photo of a stranger, or even a tree requires … Continue reading →

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Will You Share Your Bed With Me?

Posted on September 17, 2006 by Neil

Tonight I asked Sophia if she wanted me to come to New York for a visit. She said… uh, no. I would be too much of a distraction. They’re already shooting the film and she’s insanely busy. She’s probably right. … Continue reading →

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The Romantic Post

Posted on September 7, 2006 by Neil

This morning, I had a pleasant surprise.  Sophia sends me a photo of herself at work, taken with her cellphone.  I called her a half hour later, telling her I have a surprise for her in return. Neil:  “Sofotchka, cute … Continue reading →

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Blog Appreciation Day: Behind the Scenes

Posted on August 25, 2006 by Neil

  Boy, yesterday was fun!  I’m overwhelmed with how special you all are.  And now a special treat.  Grab your backstage pass and see what REALLY happened during my preparations for the festivities.  Wednesday, 8PM – I decide it is time … Continue reading →

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