For the past few days we have had either threat of rain, or actual rain, and definitely no blue sky! Today was our reward and my friend and I hopped onto our saddles for a day of riding. I did not know we had a “No Cruising” area nearby, and until this challenge, I had … Continue reading "SEPTEMBER CHALLENGE: SIGNS #15, #16, #17"
Read MoreDay: September 24, 2018
Paradise Ridge
The beautiful main building of our favorite local winery, Paradise Ridge, burned to the ground in the fires last year. It will likely be at least another year before it’s rebuilt. Fortunately, the fabulous sculpture garden on the ridge escaped the fire. I’ve photographed some of it previously, but the rotating collection always has something … Continue reading "Paradise Ridge"
Read MoreThe Sun Also Rises……
Thanks to Rich I was actually looking forward to getting out early for a ride. Mind you I haven’t been on my bike at sunrise since our “Off To See The Wizard” Tour four yrs ago! I’m more of a sunset gal myself. As we are right here on the ocean I bet you thought … Continue reading "The Sun Also Rises……"
Read MoreAutumnal Equinox 2018 – Munich
September 17 – I decided to do a dress rehearsal and was out looking for the street that ran due east and a place where I could get a good shot. However, anytime betweem 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. is not good to be cycing leisurely, looking for the angle of the shadows and where … Continue reading "Autumnal Equinox 2018 – Munich"
Read MoreAutumnal Equinox 2018, Santa Rosa
Rich issued the Equinox Challenge, which required photographing bike with sunrise and/or sunset on a road or trail running east-west (or west-east) and lining up with the rays of the sun. Of course, Rich lives in that strange, flat zone where all the roads are in perfect geometric alignment with the compass and no hills … Continue reading "Autumnal Equinox 2018, Santa Rosa"
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