I recently took a walk on a perfect October afternoon, sunny and not too cold. I saw the fence first and then looked up to see this fine old house set back from the main street. The colour version reflected the kind of day it was and I prefer it but it was a shot that I thought would work in b/w as well.
This figure of a small boy with his ball tucked under his knees has been a subject of my photography before. I’ll be back again when the snow is on the ground to check in on him.
The view from my window as we sped through the Quebec countryside.
I was hoping to see a few tenants coming or going. No luck that day.
An older apartment building with an impressive name.
We had a fine warm day today but the gardens need a bit more sun to really shine, In the meantime a closer look at my surroundings usually pays off. I liked the way someome had dressed up this modest entrance way.
It looks like this little metal frog has weathered many winters. It’ll be nice to see the real thing once it warms up a bit more.
The lines and curves caught my eye.
Red Squirrels don’t hibernate in winter but do spend a lot of time in their nests to stay warm and conserve energy. I hope this little squirrel has a cache of food to see him through the bitterly cold weather that’s on the way.
From early spring to late fall I watch Canada Geese a lot 😊. I think they’re beautiful birds and when not acting up or messing up they make great subjects to photograph.
One of several entrances to The East Memorial Building, a federal government office building, with federal heritage status, in Ottawa, Canada. Its construction began in 1950, and it is an example of Classical-Moderne design. Like many of the older federal buildings, it has a wonderful bas-relief over the doorway.
I’ve seen this old Dodge truck a few times now. It’s usually pulled up to a house that’s undergoing renovations; full of building material. Its owner must have been running late that morning as it was parked with its back wheel on the sidewalk.
I like Ravens in silhouette.
I have been doing some street photography recently. Towards the end of a walk I noticed this tower under construction. The reflection made for an interesting if distorted view of the surrounding buildings.
Given their size difference I assume they’re a couple. A black and white treatment seemed the right choice.
A neighbourhood favourite.
It’s so nice to see Canada Geese again. It’s been a long winter 😏
Playgrounds look best when filled with kids.
While taking some photographs on the grounds of the Canadian Museum of Nature I passed by a window of this imposing 1910 building and saw the geometric design of the staircase. It was quite a contrast to the exterior of the museum.
I couldn’t see what had caught the cat’s attention but watched as it slowly moved towards whatever it was. It did remind me of a “big cat” stalking its prey.
The Dodge 200 (circa 1960) was parked outside a house undergoing renovation. The truck was full of lumber for the work underway. You never know what you’ll see when out on a walk. 😊
Like many of us right now.😏
I’ve featured this photo before but in colour. This time I turned it into black and white and edited it a bit differently.
It seems that few parts of town have escaped gentrification. Many of these older neighbourhoods are giving way to infills and condominiums. There is still a lot of the original character but I wonder for how long.
The shoes were lined up neatly perhaps for anyone who needed them. It is getting cold outside.
This dog has it made. 😊
I watched as the two geese joined the rest of the group, they really look like small aircraft on the descent 😊
The day was overcast and the colours muted. I thought the scene lent itself to black and white.
Along with crocus, snowdrops are among the first flowers we see in the spring. The dried flowers from last season were surprising to see, given the winter that just passed.
This is what an early spring day looks like here. We still have a ways to go.
Not quite yet, I took this scene in April a few years ago. I hope this year things warm up sooner.
When I took this scene I pictured it in black and white. A lazy afternoon in summer.
Waiting for the kids to return.
Despite the cold, this time of year has its advantages. It’s easier to spot the locals. 😏
With snow in the forecast, opportunities like this are fading quickly. Taking a camera out in cold weather is a challenge. My plan is to use my camera phone this winter to take some decent photos, I guess that means I’ll have to read the manual 😏
I liked the partial shadow of the branches against the white wall. Quite stark and what a typical November looks and feels like. This year is not the usual though it’s been warm and sunny and some flowers are still in bloom.
Obviously, the signs don’t apply to this duck. 😏
The American Black Duck is very similar in appearance to the female mallard, although its feathers are darker and its bill is an olive yellow. Not as common here as the mallard but still well represented.
I liked the curves and lines of this ladder that leads to the building’s roof. A piece of functional art.
If you wait awhile Canada Geese can strike some interesting poses or sometimes you just happen upon a scene like this.
