As a new resident of Washington, D.C., a photographer for 10 years and counting, and a lover of photo blogs, I’m excited to present this addition to the blogosphere…
My aim here is for the blog to encompass upcoming exhibits/shows/events in the local photography scene as well as publish remarkable images of D.C. – it IS a most photogenic city. Whether it’s monuments glimmering at night or rowdy protesters, there is endless subject matter. This gives me an opportunity to share my own photography – and get me out there shooting, and hopefully to share photos submitted by readers. I’ll also highlight interesting photos I come upon, vintage and contemporary, of the area. I’d like discussion to be open to any controversy surrounding certain exhibits, reviews and opinions of shows, ideas, photogeekery and more…
So, welcome to the blog and please enjoy. I’ll leave you with a photo I took when I was working on the National Park Service’s National Capitol Region Annual Report – which seems to fit the theme.
That’s the Jefferson Memorial, btw…
What a great time to be in DC! The first event I shot in a photojournalism class was the Chinese New Year parade. Have fun. I will check back often.
I love your idea! I’m still trying to find my voice…I’m really looking forward to seeing some of your work. I will visit often.
Thanks both!! And don’t worry Joel, you’ll find it
Glorianne, Did you go to school in DC?
I agree with you that DC is a very photograph-able city. The emotional connection that we – as Americans – have with the city also make it an important and poignant setting. When the news about Osama bin Laden’s killing came out, I was in Vancouver, but I will never forget the photos of people celebrating in the streets of Washington. While I don’t necessarily agree with the jubilant nature of it – it was a sad story, for over a decade – those shots of my country’s capital will always stay with me.