From the Bain Water Works, an abandoned, decaying industrial site… The Flickr Raleigh Social Group organized a shoot there today. More photographs.

Yesterday I took a little bit of a long lunch from the day job and went to the arboretum. It was a lovely day–about 80° and breezy, the sky blue with fluffy clouds…. I suppose noon isn’t the best time for photography– the light and shadows are a bit harsh… but it was really more about enjoying the day than getting the best shots. This lovely climbing rose is a Lady Banks’ Rose.

Kiva (www.kiva.org) is a non-profit that allows you to lend as little as $25 to a specific low-income entrepreneur in the developing world. I just loaned a small amount of money to baker in Lebanon to update his oven. (I was born in Beirut; my dad worked for Tapline and Aramco.) I think this is an excellent way for individuals to make a positive difference and help folks find their way out of poverty. Check out the site. :)

New works in my etsy shop. The Flora series is a bit of a departure for me. My art often works with themes of order and arrangement. In the Flora series, I’ve tried to capture and appreciate the beauty of the moment. I hope you enjoy these photographs as much as I do.