A Day Out

You would have thought yesterday was the first day of Spring. The plaza was full of people including this artist who was taking advantage of the beautiful day full of sunshine.

Changing Hands

This place used to be the Marble Brewery, a nice place to sit, have a beer and watch the crowd. In the last month and half the name of business has changed to a new owner and is now called Draft Station. I am not a huge beer fan but I may have to try it and report back. The Marble Brewery will soon reopen close to our Railyard District. Enjoy your Monday, maybe your work day be good and swift.

Shadow and Light

I captured this one on the side of the Teahouse, a nice place to sit outside during the warmer months. So how many lights and shadows do you see?

Another Favorite Home

I walk by this home every day during my lunch hour. For some reason it just looks cozy to me.

New Mexico Reflection

I was shooting this for the Zia symbol sticker on the window which is also reflected in our state license plate when I realized I got two reflection. The Zia symbol which comes from the Zia Pueblo is their symbol for the sun. You will also find it on our state flag. Have a happy Friday everyone!

Canyon Road Sculpture

If you like a modern sculpture with a lot of color no need to look any further. 

My Tweet Shadow

There are quite a few bells on adobe walls but this one is one of my favorites. I like the shadow that the sun created as I walked by.

Santa Fe Living

I am sure all cities have some version of these types of magazines. If your looking for a home here in Santa Fe, you may want to pick up a copy of Santa Fe Living. Of course they are free and can be found all over town.

Snow On The Sangre de Cristo's

This weekend the forecast said we would be buried in snow. The only place around town that got any snow was our mountains. We did get rain on both days so we are thankful for the moisture.

View of Loretto Chapel

This is the view of the back of the Loretto Chapel as you near St. Francis Cathedral from the east. When the trees are full you can't see it as well.

Theme Day: People On The Street

This is one of my favorite spots to shoot people as they walk along Don Gaspar street. Well Theme Day has come again folks and this months theme should be something to see. To see more people on the streets shot by some talented photographers click here.

From War to Gallery

This horse has never seen battle although it is pretty rough in appearance. I found him in from of a gallery on Delgado Street which is off of Canyon Road. War Horse was exceptional, if you every get the chance to see the stage performance I strongly suggest it. Wishing you all a happy Friday!

War Horse

Tonight the company I work for will be sponsoring The National Theatre's original stage production of War Horse at the Lensic Theatre. This production will include life-size puppets by South Africa's Handspring Puppet Company. I loved the movie and I am excited to see this presentation.

Bent

This poor tree is just old and tired. As many times as I have walked on this path I did not notice this until this past weekend. Maybe I am just old and tired too.

Wolf and Rider

Not the real name of this beautiful sculpture but it fits. I think it's one of the best one in the downtown area.

Sunset on Chiles

I could not resist this shot as I was walking by the other evening. Enjoy the start of your week everyone.

Canyon Road Sculpture.

This is one of my favorties at the momentshe stands in front of the Morning Star Gallery . I like to think she is watching over everyone in the city.

Take Back Our Schools Rally VI

This is the last shot of this series. I shot this from the 2nd floor of the State Capitol or as we call it The Roundhouse. This was taken as people started to gather to hear some speeches.

Take Back Our Schools Rally V

Something our Governor and her co-hort are unwilling to do. I hate politicians and their empty promises. So sad to hear this "Arizona House Passes License to Discriminate Bill." 

Wishing you all a very happy weekend.

Take Back Our Schools Rally IV

Once the last rally speech was done on the plaza the march started towards the state capitol.

Take Back Our Schools Rally III

This little girl was the darling of the whole protest. She was busy hold up her sign and she showed great patience with all of the photographers who wanted to take her photo. She also took time to tell people why she was there. A future education star.

Take Back Our Schools Rally II

This photo says it all. It was nice to see so many families that care at the rally.

Take Back Our Schools Rally

Saturday I spent showing my support for the educators of New Mexico at the Take Back Our Schools Rally. The Governer as you can see is not a favorite of most here, including myself. I must also admit that her partner in crime the Secretary Designate is also pretty much hated around the state too. She came to us from Florida where her policies ruined the states system so she brought her policies here and people are not happy. Even the state of Tennessee  tried them and tossed them out.  Someone from Tennessee actually flew here on Saturday just to address to crowds and build momentum. Over the next few days I will be showing you some photos that I took at this rally.

A Happy Couple

I found this sculpture of a Native American couple just off of Canyon Road. My photo does not do this piece justice but I wanted you to see it.

Baskets and Rugs

There is a spot right outside of the plaza where you can find baskets,rugs and many things that tourist love. See anything you like?

Red with Reflection

This sculpture sits in front of a gallery on Canyon Road. By the reflection you can see that the sculpture has quite a view. Wishing you all a very happy Friday and a Happy Valentine's Day!

Goya in Santa Fe

"This exhibition brings together for the first time prints and drawings by Spanish and other European artists working in Spain from the mid 16th to the early 19th century." This is exhibit is currently on display at the New Mexico Museum of Art until mid-March. From what I've been told Santa Fe is it's only U.S stop. I guess I better get over there during my lunch hour.

"El Diferente"

I finally had a chance to go back to the small park at the corner of Paseo De Peralta and Marcy street to get a photo of the sculpture I told you about a few weeks ago. This is a sculpture of Sante Fe artist Thomas Silvestri Macaione by MAc Vaughn.

Valentine's Day Weekend

This weekend the Lensic theater will be showing their annual classic movie Valentine's Day evening. Friday you have the chance to see Casablanca on the big screen ( a first for me). This year there will be a second classic movie on Saturday, The Wizard of Oz (not my favorite so I'll be skipping this one).

Do you have big plans for your Valentine?

Watch Your Step

This is what the steps of the Federal Courthouse looked like a few days ago. Saturday the sun came out and melted the snow away. We desperatly need more moisture so I hope the snow will return soon. Until then it's time to start another week and work towards the coming three day weekend. Happy Monday all.

Cold Evening

When the weather is as cold as it has been lately downtown clears out pretty quick at 5pm. I shot this right after I left work. The building with the white trim on the right is City Hall.

Which Way Are You Going?

This shot made me wonder what would make people go out in the freezing cold.

Happy Friday!

"Sunshine is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces us up, snow is exhilarating; there is really no such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather." - John Ruskin

Snowy Tree

I love these trees that are found next to the Federal Courthouse across the street from my workplace.

February Morning Surprise

I should have know it was snowing when I could not hear the traffic in the middle of the night. It was a beautiful surprise when I woke up.

Modern Sculptures

These beautiful pieces would look great anywhere in my opinion.

First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe

One of my favorite church buildings in the city. Have a good day today!

Entry II

This is a second entry that I shot a while back. The space at the top of the stair is usually a publishing office and from time to time they will turn the space into an art bookstore.

Theme Day: Entry

It's the second Theme Day of 2014, and this months theme is "Entry." This is one of the many entrances in Sena Plaza. Sena Plaza is in downtown Santa Fe and full of many shops and restuarants. This entry will lead you to Lancaster York, a ver nice men's clothing store. To see other entries from around the world click here.

Agave

I love Agave plants. I prefer to shoot them in Black and White because it makes the points and thorns really pop. Wishing you all a happy Friday!

Tri-Colored Ride

If you have a black bike how do you give it some color. Just add some copper and gold accents.

Marital Spat

The other morning these two started going at it as soon as the sun came up. As I was leaving for work she was still squawk at him. Guess someone was out late the night before.

Winter Trees

I took this while walking down Palace Steet. I came home sick yesterday and still feeling a bit under the weather. I'll be back when I'm feeling better.

That Monday Commute

If it's bad you might look like this guy by the time you get to work. My commute is short but I have arrived to work looking like this due to some crappy drivers who insist on driving and talking on their photo or putting on makeup on their commute. Hope yours is a smooth one today. Oh and little monster was sitting on the bumper of a delivery truck.

Somedays

Somedays you just need a Red umbrella.

Old Adobe and Shadow

Walk on By

Shot along Galisteo Street near downtown. Happy Friday everyone!

"Raven"

I found this sculpture on my favorite street, Canyon Road at MaLarry Fine Art. This beautiful sculpture is by Tim Nicola. To see more of his work click here.

Leafy Bench

This bench is not in a place where it is seen by many people. This one sits in the courtyard of the Palace of the Governers, so if your not an art lover you won't be able to see this one. 

Adobe and Bare Tree.

This was shot in a small courtyard at the Santa Fe Convention Center. There is something beautiful about a bare tree. Too bad the garbage can was there.