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Sunday, August 16, 2026

Laugh-In

52Frames - Week 33 - Night

No astro this week in the Chicago area!

Went out looking for a good night scene to complete this week's challenge.  Highwood, IL never disappoints.  It was a hot, humid, misty night so I thought a photo op around the train station might surface.  This scene immediately reminded me of the 1968-1973 TV show, Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In.

All Photos:    Leica M EV1 @ 2.8 | 28mm | SS varies | ISO varies
                        Voigtlander 28mm F2 Ultron w/ 1/4 Pro-mist filter


All Photographed 8/15/26

Laugh-In
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In


ALTERNATES

Just Hanging
Just Hanging

Kenosha-bound
Kenosha-bound
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Windows To The World Of Frunchroom Collective

Windows To The World Of Frunchroom Collective
Libertyville, IL

Last Saturday I had the pleasure of spending time at Frunchroom Collective to see Due Dolci make some beautiful music.  I was introduced to Frunchroom by my cousin and have been a frequent visitor since.  Great coffee & delectables and a comfortable, inviting atmosphere...everything you could want in a local coffee house.

Leica M EV1 @ f2 | 40mm | 1/160 sec | ISO 80
Voigtlander VM 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic

Photographed 8/8/26
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Sunday, August 9, 2026

Happy To Oblige

Happy To Oblige
Mundelein, IL

Standing on the sidewalk and adjusting some camera settings before going to the Farmers Market, this little guy & his dad walked by.  "Can you take my picture?", asked the little guy.  Dad was on board. 

Leica M EV1 @ f2 | 40mm | 1/500 sec | ISO 64
Voigtlander VM 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic

Photographed 8/8/26
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Saturday, August 8, 2026

Turn The Corner

Turn The Corner
52Frames - Week 32 - Leading Lines
EC: 4+ Lines

Strong reflections and the architecture of this building created leading lines for this challenge.  Just waited for a subject to turn the corner.

Leica D-Lux 8 @ f5.6 | 35mm (equiv) | 1/250 | ISO 6400
Leica DC Vario-Summilux F1.7-2.8 24-75mm (equiv) ASPH

Photographed 8/6/26
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Friday, August 7, 2026

Day Into Night

Day Into Night
Walking around searching for this week's 52Frames' Leading Lines shot, I noticed this reflection on the pavement leading to the setting sun. Thought it was a cool photo although not strong enough for the weekly challenge submission.

Leica D-Lux 8 @ f16 | 35mm (equiv) | 1/1250 | ISO 500
Leica DC Vario-Summilux F1.7-2.8 24-75mm (equiv) ASPH

Photographed 8/6/26
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