Pickin' strawberries and jumping in the pool.

[polymoog]

OT : I got curious as to where Lodi was, so I looked it up on Google Maps, then swtiched to Satellite View and zoomed into Kettleman/99, to see what the strawberry fields looked like from above ;-) I think your pictures capture the mood better ;-) (Nice second set, esp the 2nd pic)

 

[Blank]

Dan,
I wanted to comment on the swimming shot. It was good to see you took the time to compose the shot with symmetry in mind. This image could look a whole lot different if any of your object projection lines were not heading north or your horizon was dipping. There is just enough diving block to not overpower the shot. Point of focus on the swimmer's head is perfect with enough depth of field to have your eyes head to the middle. I agree with you, the b/w version works well in this case.
From a technical standpoint, this is a very good photo, beginner's should take note.

 

[Hellhound]

kettleman & 99. From the area?

Not too far. My buddies and I hang out at a tow yard off of 12 between I-5 and Rio Vista. We ride into Lodi once a week or so.

 

[kwik]

I don't know why but something with #5 really makes me smile. i love the picture. The whole thing. No complaints on this side! Good work.