As I was driving down a road in New York State, I passed this sign. Fascinated by its size and complexity, I had to pull over to capture its image. Looking through my viewfinder, I found beauty in the symmetry and color coordination of this monument. The...
This week on the East Coast we’ve had to realize fully our subordination to the awesome power of nature. I hope you have come through the storm and I send my thoughts to my friends and their families who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy. Much of the region is...
Watchmaking is an art. There have been many attempts to define the elusive concept of Fine Watchmaking. The “Fine Watchmaking“ denomination embraces a centuries-old, living history, a rich and specific culture, a professional ethic, the enduring expertise of the...
A Lifeline for Arts Education Yes, there is the Santa Monica Pier. It is certainly a lively place and some even call it fun. Others flee from the frenzy boardwalk to wander along the beach with its famous lifeguard posts. That is what I did a few weeks...
WAITING FOR GODOT Today, the friendly man from UPS (not a marketing slogan – he is actually a really nice chap) rang our door bell and handed over the much awaited package from B&H. Finally! Several years ago I bought the Canon 1D Mark II N and used...
A sunny afternoon somewhere at the Chesapeake Bay. The smell of freshly brewed coffee is filling the air and I retreat with a cup and book to my favorite Adirondack chair overlooking the water. Irrespectively how silently I try to leave the house, it only takes...