Confession: I haven’t been shooting much this month, except for real estate. I’ll admit that my abilities have grown in that niche, and I enjoy the challenge. Otherwise, I think I need something different to shoot. Tomorrow may just give me that chance. We’re going down to the Ironstone Vineyards, in Murphys to take pictures of their annual Concours d’Elegance, featuring old vehicles and their owners in period costumes. I’m hoping that will perk me up.
On a good note, I’ve taken the time to prioritize watching Matt Kloskowski’s Lightroom course that I purchased a couple of years ago. I do like his teaching style. But, Matt, I need help on re-organizing my folders! I didn’t know what I was doing when I started Lightroom, and now I’m paying for it. The years are all mixed up and it’s difficult to find stuff. Marlene helped me, and we got it into months and then years. However, the new additions are not following any sequence! It’s just frustrating. I’d like to start over, but that would be worse. But I’m glad that I spent the time on the course. Next is Photoshop!
The small amount of time I’ve spent shooting hasn’t yielded any amazing photography, just some interesting pieces that I’m showing you in this post.
In this first set, Jean and I just wandered around the Sierra Foothills for interesting things. We didn’t find too much. Here are some:
Unique mail box holder! 
Metal horse sculptures. 
They were in someone’s front yard. 
Another front yard! 
The Penryn Post Office.
The next pictures were taken at River Bend Park. I was amazed at how glassy the American River was.
Beautiful reflection. 
The water is as smooth as glass. 
Meet the major stars of our kayak adventure. 
They are coming to the bridge. 
They’ve passed me by now. 
This is where two forks of the river meet, but the river is still calm. 
Lines! 
This woman is dragging her kayak home. 
She noticed me taking her picture.
Tomorrow should be more exciting if it doesn’t rain. Yes, they are predicting rain for the morning. Light rain, but…..
Have a great weekend everyone!
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