I have been posting to this blog for over 13 years, each year reporting on accomplishments over the prior year and goals for the new year.

2024 is no different. My main photography goal for the year is listed in the January submission of the 2024 C.London 52 Week Photography Challenge. Content this year will work towards that goal in addition to my general shooting. Check out my website "About" page to learn more. The website is at www.jeffmarcowitz.photography 

All content posted here in the blog will also be on the website, however with a subscription to the blog, you'll continue to receive the email notifications.

Thanks to all of you who have followed this photo blog for many years and welcome to any newcomers. My hope is that the images and stories are interesting and thought-provoking as I continue this creative journey. As always, comments, critiques and suggestions (here and the website) are welcome and appreciated as they often lead to new ideas and inspiration.

Thank You.
Jeff

Saturday, February 15, 2014

Roma

Roma Via Flickr:
It was the sound of a guitar and a melodic chant that caught my attention on Powell Street. I approached and she kept chanting. She reminded me of Roma in Italy. Showing her my camera, she nodded and I proceeded to take a few photos. When she stopped, I tried to converse but she could not understand me, nor I her. I deposited $2 in her guitar case and she smiled in thanks.

Taken 2/13/14

Friday, February 14, 2014

Bradley

Bradley
Via Flickr:
It was his sign that mentioned "compassion" that caught my eye. And then someone accidentally kicked over his cup that was sitting on the sidewalk along Market Street. As I helped him gather his change from the spilled cup, we began talking. “Bad day?”, I asked to which he replied, “Some worse than others and today hasn’t been too hot”. I told him about the $2 Portrait project and he readily agreed.

Bradley is 30 years old and from New York. He’s been traveling around the country for a few years just hanging out and and meeting people. He enjoys the freedom. He’s been on the west coast about 3 times but likes Florida the best. Bradley has a high school degree and has worked construction. Occasionally he’ll pick up some construction work when he’s in a city for awhile just to have some money in his pocket.

He was well spoken and while upbeat in tone, I sensed some sadness in his isolation. As I gave him the $2, he thanked me for the conversation and the money and I thanked him for sharing his story.

Taken 2/13/14

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Urban Cowboy

Urban Cowboy

Via Flickr:
Union Station
Chicago, IL

Sunday, February 9, 2014

1690 --> 3204

1690 --> 3204

Via Flickr:
Bell's Pass
McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Scottsdale, AZ

7.5 miles up & down.

B/W for SliderSunday. HSS!

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Bell's Pass

Bell's Pass

Via Flickr:
McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Scottsdale, AZ

An awesome 7.5 mile hike with 1500' of climb. Actually harder coming down than going up.

Monday, February 3, 2014

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

#McDowell_Sonoran_Preserve

Via Flickr:
On the trail. Scouting out a long hike for tomorrow.

Saturday, February 1, 2014

#DEN to #PHX

#DEN to #PHX Via Flickr:
Snowing in Denver, but this is one airport that knows how to handle it!