A different path…
I had the opportunity to be in Chicago the early part of this week. On my last day there I was able to do some sunrise photography before I had to start my work day. I was treated with an incredibly beautiful day. I also did a river tour in the afternoon.
To see more Chicago images click here http://gallery.me.com/franktsmith#100635
Just prior to leaving for India I attended a Lynyrd Skynyrd concert (everyone should experience this at least once) at Musikfest. I was fortunate to have won front row seats for the event. However, I didn’t know that photography equipment was prohibited. Thankfully, I had the Olympus PEN in a small bag & no one checked the bag. I was able to get a few shots before the “powers-to-be” told me I had to put my gear away.
Great testimony to the PEN. All of these images were shot at 1600 ISO!
There are some things in one’s life that have significant impact. One of those is when a new member is added to the family. This past Tuesday August 17th, I became a grandfather (for the first time). We were blessed with a very beautiful granddaughter. Her name is Ava Lyn Smith and I couldn’t be more proud. A couple of weeks ago I photographed mom (Janelle).
I had the opportunity to travel to Poland, a little over a week ago, with my wife and 15 high school students from our church. Our work project was in the town of Lodz (I plan to share some of the project work images soon). Prior to arriving in Lodz, we were able to schedule a day trip to Auschwitz. This is place every human being in the world should see. Words can not explain the impact of this place. Nor can any one photograph depict the pain and suffering that must have occurred. I purposely produced these images in black & white. That is how my mind saw this place.