Cherry's #3

This 1926 Dodge is amazing to behold.

One wonders what the original owner would think of this paint job.

To our 21st century hot rod lovin' eyes, the "real fire" effect is awesome.

The high gloss, the fire effect on a black background and very little further customization make this a stunning specimen.

Original hood decor (or darn good replicas) includes the irresistible cloisonne-like Dodge Brothers emblem.

The high gloss plays a few tricks on the eyes.

I managed to capture myownself in the rear window.

Taken 12 September 2010.

Modest but reliable Canon PowerShot A590.

Bark with Bite

No trees were harmed in the making of this photograph.

At least not to my knowledge, or any time recently, or by me personally.

Taken 15 July 2010, Monterey, CA.

The overworked, underpaid Canon PowerShot A590.

Street Art #5: Colorado Springs

This installation of my "Street Art" series is a day late for the CPD Theme Day, but this blog is not a CPD blog so I reckon no harm, no foul, eh?

I did enjoy seeing the many graffitti photos from all over the world yesterday.  It was also interesting to read some of the commentary about whether these "works" should be considered art or vandalism.

In the case of these Colorado Springs selections, the "artists" installed their works on a previously abandoned warehouse that has been incorporated into what Colorado Springs has now dubbed "The Depot Art District" that lies on a small parcel between a concrete arroyo (aqueduct) that parallels the Interstate freeway and the railroad tracks.  Directly across the railroad tracks is the 19th century Train Station aka "Depot," which is now a well-loved restaurant and shops (of course!).

The photo I use in this blog's header was also taken in this district, in fact as I recall I was standing in the same spot.  I just turned to the right to take this picture of the Depot.

Well, sorry for the (up til now) uncharacteristic verbosity.  I got started and couldn't stop.

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

StarWheel

I have no prize to offer, but who can tell me what this is?

I am compelled to keep the mystery alive!

Taken 16 September 2010.

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Lighted Palm

Looking up into a palm tree in Tampa, Florida, August 2010.

Cherry's #2

This chrome angel seems very happy to be ensconced on the hood of this lavender classic.

Breaking my own self-imposed one pic per post rule so that I can go ahead give you the full picture of this automobile - i.e., purple hearse:

These pics taken 12 September 2010.

Never failing Canon PowerShot A590.

Palm View

From the southern shore of Lake Gennesaret

(aka Lake Tiberias or the Sea of Galilee).

February 2010