If you've been around my blog for anytime at all, you are no doubt familiar with my granddaughter Tay. She's made many appearances here through the years. You usually see her because she loves exploring just like I do. The first two photos in this post were taken several years ago. I posted them on "The World in Black and White," but not here (I think). If you have the time and/or inclination, please check it out. There are 13 of us who contribute, and I think I'm getting close to 200 posts there. I know a few of you are already familiar with it, and two of you contribute there.
Much Younger Tay. One of my favorite photos of her.
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We were at her great grandmother's birthday party, and out of the blue Tay is looking like a gypsy while she dances towards our table. Tay is also one of the little photos in my blog header.
Yasiyuki Suzuki RIP. He was my wife's uncle, a friend, and a great guy.
Tokyo, Japan
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Emma Pearl
One of our long time pets.
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One of our long time pets.
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That last one is stunning. Great lighting!
ReplyDeleteGreat B&W shots!
ReplyDeleteLovely photos and Tay is the cutest! Not to mention Miss Emma Pearl (cats are totally my thing!) You always capture some mood in your B&Ws. I used to be heavily into black and whites (still am, just haven't done many lately due to the colourful locales I've been photographing.) When I photograph people you can't beat some atmospheric B&Ws. Love seeing your photos!
ReplyDeleteThose are wonderful Pat! Howdy to you sweet Tay!
ReplyDeleteI, too, like the last photo for the lighting. I still think it's really cool that your granddaughter is so interested in exploring with you.
ReplyDeleteExcellent portraits!
ReplyDeleteTay is a cutie!
Nice pics, Pat. very nice. What kind of 35mm did you take them with? That was my favorite medium back in that day.
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I love the light in the last one! And isn't wonderful when one can span the years and find a kindred spirit. I love when that happens. Nice change of pace and versatility. The unposed, candid portraits really capture the subjects' essence.
ReplyDeleteAlex J. Cavanaugh - Thanks Alex! Good natural lighting is always the best.
ReplyDeletesage - Thank you Sir!
VEG - Thank you my friend! You are right about some scenes need to be color and others need to be black and white. I think candid photos are ALWAYS better in B&W.
Brian - Thanks Brian!
Wayne - Thanks Wayne! I love that last photo. We have a trip planned for next Monday.
ReplyDeleteWilliam Kendall - Thanks on both counts William!
Should Fish More - Thanks Mike! I have a few cameras. I'm pretty sure all of these were taken with a Nikon DSLR. Probably either a D70 or D5200. I've finally bit the bullet and gone all digital.
Stickup Artist - Thanks so much! I need to do a post about why we are so close. It is pretty interesting. I agree about "unposed" photos being the best. Doing them in B&W seems to cut to the truth.
All great and that last one is magnificent!
ReplyDeleteAmazing shots, Pat! I seriously need to use my black & white film, just as soon as I salvage a roll that's currently stuck in my 43 year old camera. :)
ReplyDeleteShe's a grand daughter you can be proud of! I think I missed your post below -and with such bright colors! If you read my post you can understand why - a lot happened (good things). Would you pleas take a few minutes to leave one of your photos on SEASONS before Wednesday 7 pm? Thanks so much, Friend!
ReplyDeleteMs. A - Thanks so much! I will tell her what you said.
ReplyDeleteVid Digger - Thanks so much! I've been on digital for quite a while now, I wonder if any of my film is still any good.
jeannettestgermain - She is a "grand" daughter! Yes, you have had a lot going on. I'm linked! Thanks for reminding me.
Wonderful shots in black and white!
ReplyDeleteI'll check out the latest b/w over there. That's great that your grand daughter has your adventurous side. I don't have anyone to pass my love of travel to, so I guess I'll have to do it all myself!
ReplyDeleteLady Fi - Thank you very much!
ReplyDeleteSharon Wagner - Thanks Sharon! You may not be able to pass it on, but your great photos and narratives inspire people to visit those places, and experience what you did.
What a cool capture you choose for SEASONS - many thanks! Did you notice, because the other two statues, the cat also looks like a statue?
ReplyDeleteAbout your comment on my blog "Is there anything you can't do?" O yes, many things, but since a blog is public, I won't tell you about the many things I am weak at, lol. Hope to see you next week at SEASONS - always much appreciated:)
that first shot is adorable. love the cat one, too. beautiful.
ReplyDeletep.s. thank you for your kind comment about zim...
ReplyDeleteVery nice BW shots. Your granddaughter is a cutie.
ReplyDeleteLoved the shot of the kitty.
jeannettestgermain - Thanks so much Jeannette! I did think that the cat looked like a statue. I'm hitting the road on Monday, and will try to have something set up for it.
ReplyDeleteTexWisGirl - Thanks! Those two are also my favorites. You are welcome about Zim!
Ida - Thanks Ida! Both of them are cuties!
Your grand-daughter Tay is lovely, great photo moments, but I must say your last photo, the presentation of it is a masterpiece. The objects next to your kitty are interesting too! Very nice monochrome memories here, thanks for sharing them.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant shot of the cat, but I would be proid of them all.
ReplyDeleteOne day, I want to be able to capture a scene - a person, a landscape, a pet, an anything, for that matter - with a fraction of the sensitivity that you manage through your lens. Absolutely spectacular set, Pat, and I'm so thankful you shared them as part of this week's Thematic.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots, but how did you persuade the cat to lose for you?😉
ReplyDeleteAs a lot have already said the Kitty photo is really fantastic.
ReplyDeleteLovely shots of your daughter and the cat!
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Beautiful black and white pictures, Patrick! Will go over to the other blog now :)
ReplyDeleteKaren S.- Thanks for the nice words! Also, thanks for stopping by and commenting.
ReplyDeleteBob Scotney - Thanks so much Bob!
carmilevy - Nice of you to say those things Carmi. Tomorrow, I hope to check out the websites of the other participants. They all seem to be very nice.
Gilly - Thank Gilly! I just happened to be at the right place at the right time.
Tony McGurk - Thanks Tony! I appreciate it. Wherever there is a sun-splash in our house, you will usually find a cat in it.
ReplyDeleteifthethunderdontgetya - Thanks so much!
Icy BC - Why thank you! Thanks for following the link.
Nora - Thanks for that (even if it is an imaginary contest)! Sometimes I take them in black and white, and sometimes, I alter them afterwards.
Black and white photography can capture a certain expressiveness that color cannot. Nice work.
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Tossing It Out
Nice set! I especially like the photo of Yasiyuki Suzuki.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots Pat. I think I've seen that one of your granddaughter before. What a great relationship you have.
ReplyDeleteThat photo of Emma Pearl is absolutely breathtaking...
ReplyDeleteLOVE these photos, Patrick!! Your pictures are always inspirational. Hope you are doing well!
ReplyDeleteTay is so photogenic -- that and her love of exploring make her a real Grandpa's girl. The kitty was good to pose in that perfect ray of light. Thanks for sharing your talent, which awes and inspires me.
ReplyDeleteArlee Bird - I totally agree! Thanks Lee.
ReplyDeleteMandy Southgate - Thanks Mandy! I also like that one.
Anthony J. Langford - Thanks Anthony! Yep, she is a good one.
Optimistic Existentialist - I walked into the room and saw her sitting there. I was so happy that she waited for me to get my camera.
Bossy Betty - HEY YOU! I'm very happy to see your comment. I'm doing pretty well for an old guy. I also hope you are doing well...
Sallie (FullTime-Life) - Thanks for the nice words Sallie! You have a pretty darn good eye yourself. You are right, she is my buddy!
hi pat, have a happy fourth! :))
ReplyDeletewhen time is slower - this feeling when looking on this pictures :)
ReplyDeleteHello Pat! I hope all is well. Your granddaughter Tay is a beautiful girl. Love the kitty too. Great series of photos.
ReplyDeleteHappy Tuesday, enjoy your day!
So beautifully done, Patrick. The subjects are real--
ReplyDeletenot posed--alive in their moment. I wish your best
photographs were available in a book. They should be.
Pat, you get to the core of truth in every one of these
ReplyDeletesubjects. They are beautiful. Your photographs should
be collected and published in a book.
Truly outstanding black and white photos!
ReplyDeleteBetty Manousos - Thanks Betty! I hope you had a good one.
ReplyDeleteMartin - Thanks!
eileeninmd - Hi Eileen! Thanks so much for the nice words. I appreciate them.
Margaret Benbow - Hey Margaret! Thanks for saying those things.
James - Thanks so much James!
Great B&W's, Patrick.... Your granddaughter is a beautiful young lady --and makes a good model for you when photographing....
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Betsy
Long time no see. I have been in and out of blogging and actually took a break from it for months. I finally returned a bit ago when I started posting my artwork. All those years I contributed to the World in Black and White. That is one of the finest memes for those of us who really do love our black and white medium. Your granddaughter is just so sweet. I bet she loves her granddaddy. Hope you and the family have been well. genie
ReplyDeleteBetsy Adams - Thanks Betsy! She is a joy to have around.
ReplyDeletegenie - I totally noticed your absence and am glad to see you back. I haven't posted for a couple of months myself. We have a good time out there. I'll be over! Thanks Genie...
Joanna & Jeremiah Villanueva - Thanks for stopping by and commenting. I will check your blog out...
ReplyDeleteI love your black and white photos, you always do such a beautiful job! Your granddaughter is lovely. :)
ReplyDeleteBaby Sister - Thanks so much! I love B&W photos.
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