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As I've mentioned before, I post my photos to a local community site. I've garnered a significant following on there, due to the local photos I take of the area. The calendar I made for this year was solely due to people asking me for one, as I had had no intention of making one. The result was a very lucrative endeavour, albeit a mad push to get the photos together.

This year, it's evident that there's already an expectation for another calendar, which is great, although it can be a bit overwhelming trying to choose the photos. I tried having people 'vote' on which photo they liked, but instead of just choosing one photo, they 'liked' all of them, which essentially, nullified the entire process. Ultimately, the choice is mine anyway.

So I did away with the 'contest' realizing ppl just couldn't follow directions. There are a few photos that I definitely want included, and I know people will expect some of our local mountain. Keeping the calendar in mind, I figured that would be relatively 'easy' for this year. Although I've been asked to do one for two other surrounding areas. Ack!

Continuing to post my photos, several people have asked if I'd thought of doing a photo book of the area. I'm not quite sure why people want a book anymore, as they aren't very popular. They're expensive to publish, as well as have a limited market. I can't see that it would be a lucrative venture.

To the several people that have asked, that was my response. Simply not enough $$ or demand for it. As this area has a significant indigenous population, several of the local First Nations have asked about a book, saying that my photos really depict this area. I still kind of balked at it. One local woman asked me about publishing a book as she's part of a local publishing house. I had my usual response, however, she wasn't prepared to take 'no' for an answer. She asked me if I wrote, which I replied in the affirmative.

Oh groan! What have I gotten myself into?! She asked me to put together some photos and writing (poems, experiences, history) of the area, and she'd present it to the publishing house. She said they were extremely interested (yeah, but does that translate into $$?).

So my next project seems to be like the first one, by request. I'd best get busy trying to figure out how to start the book. It's exciting, but a bit overwhelming at the same time.

But, what could be better? Combining two loves into one project? Yeah, I'd say the move to this community was the best thing ever. Out of the rubble of misfortune, the phoenix of opportunity rises.

Or suggest your own photo caption for the following photo.

Have fun.

Does anyone else have problems updating photos on here.
Can anyone hlp me?

The last one of thee was a lot of fun with several good captions.
So, here's another nature photo. This one of a polar bear.
Again, if you like add your own suggestion(s) for the caption.
Or simply enjoy the creative offerings by others.

My first caption is; "Hey you. Give me a kiss and you get a special.....bear hug."

Here's the photo (not mine);

A cool double rainbow somewhere over the west of France.


And so, this afternoon I took this photo from roughly the same spot.
Now, what are the chances of that? Considering that there's about 12 months between each shot.


And with a little help from Photo-filtre™. This --->

My first offering is; "Oh geez, what did I drink last night ? I'm really in a fog."

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As usual, the fall has been crazy busy with work and no time for much of anything but either preparing for it, or working. It's a fun but exhausting time of year for me, with the break from now until May greatly appreciated and anticipated.

Along with the usual busyness of the season, I was asked to make a calendar of my photos for my community. Although I have all the tools and skills to design and layout my own calendar, I just didn't have time. My printer to the rescue. They had a template I could use with all the holidays marked and all I had to do was supply the photos. Yes!

I set up the parameters of the calendar page with a bleed and added my very large photo files and resized them within the bleed so the quality would be retained. When they sent me a proof, I uploaded it to the community page (it was protected so no one could download it), and asked for prepayment for the orders. I was blown away with the orders and had them all ready for my shows.

What I didn't expect was to have to print two more runs as many people either did not see the first one and I had numerous requests for more calendars. In fact, I'm still getting requests but have run out and will not be printing another run.

I'm thrilled with the success of the calendar and have been asked to print another one for next year, as well as do one for the resort area with funding from their tourism department. Yes! I can cope with that.

In fact, I have some ideas for some other things for next year, utilizing my photography. Never, in a million years, did I ever expect to be making money off something I enjoy so much. Due to the popularity of my calendar, I've also sold a number of prints of my photos to other provinces and even overseas. Gotta love that!

Now that my crazy schedule has slowed down, it's time to focus on getting my photos onto my own website, putting up a blog site that I've been wanting to do for some time, and figure out which logo to use as a watermark that I designed years ago.

For the first time in years, I also had time to make my own Christmas cards and was so happy to get into my art room to print them and use my calligraphy on the inside. I was in heaven! I haven't really used my art room since I moved and being in there was like being wrapped in a blanket of joy. Even better has been the pleasure the cards have brought to the recipients.

Onward with goals and plans for the new year, constantly improving my photography, enjoying the nature around me and giving other's an opportunity to see what I see. It's extremely satisfying when other's tell you that they've never noticed something you've taken a photo of, but because of you, they're more aware of their surroundings. Yes!

A rainy day today, and a good one to move furniture around between my office and art room to make room for the hide-a-bed. You never know, after a year and a half, I may even hang some of my paintings. Oh yeah, that reminds me, I have to get some photos together for my display in January at another photo finishing place.

I remember feeling like this when I was in university for graphic design - incredibly happy at being immersed in art, in many of it's forms. This is what I am meant to do.

On Friday, I headed down to Fairhaven in the U.S. to take my bike in for it's 10 hour check up. Needless to say, I have ridden far more than 10 hours, as Thursday alone I rode it for 9.5 hours. While waiting, I toured the town, practicing my street photography. Some of the benches have a statue of a renowned figure lounging on them, to the delight of many who have their photo taken with them.

The first one - a statue of Mark Twain outside a book store.


The g/f taking a photo of them. Strong legs on that girl! Look how she's squatting.


Mark Twain, himself.


The town has tons of old brick buildings that have been renovated and add to the appeal of it.


I could hear piano music across the street, but couldn't figure out where it was coming from as I was looking into the bright light. Two ladies told me the piano player had pushed the piano down the street and set up on the corner to play. His music was absolutely delightful.


Two young ladies glazing outside a pottery shop.


Down a cobblestone alley, a restaurant is set up in a courtyard. One of the tables is set off by itself by this tree and raised a couple of feet above the cobblestones.


A cool door handle for an up-coming subject for photo club.


Family patio dining.


The red umbrella and dress caught my attention.


In the courtyard, people relax and enjoy some refreshments, or read.


Yep, the red hat caught my eye.


Savouring some ice cream.


Desultory conversation.


Across the courtyard, another statue.


Chopsticks are not a challenge for some.


Two Mexicans outside of a Mexican restaurant loading up a dolly.


Part of the courtyard, rimmed with restaurants (and a huge book store).


Looks like the statue's perving...


Wife is ahead, sampling the sweets while hubby limps gamely behind.


His turn! And look, they even matched colours.


Piano player returning from one of the restaurants.


I guess this guy prefers his own music.


Giving me the eye...


Busy corner.


I didn't see anyone in red tights, but this mature lady had red runners!


This couple was from Oz and asked me to move off the bench I was sitting on, next to some statue taking notes. No problem. Another couple asked me how my date was - I told them he was a little quiet, but he was at least writing everything down.


Another old brass door handle.


Conversing on a round bench.


Busker joining the piano player, maybe?


An old chandelier in one of the vintage buildings.


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'Yet, an otter thief, caught by camera !'


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