Kings Barber Studio

Chicago, IL

Storefront reflections and action inside.

Leica M EV1 @ F2 | 40mm | 1/160 sec | ISO 80

Voigtlander VM 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic

Photographed 6/20/26

Framing Puerto

Istmo Oaxacan Cuisine

Chicago, IL

Earlier this month, I was fortunate to attend the gallery opening of my photographer friend, Steve Peck.  The event was hosted by Chef Carlos, owner of Istmo Oaxacan Cuisine (https://www.istmochicago.com/).  Steve’s photographs documenting his recent travels to the Oaxaca region of Mexico, along with local food and drink from the region prepared by Chef Carlos, made for a great, celebratory afternoon.

Leica M EV1

Voigtlander VM 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic


All Photographed 6/20/26

Where The Culinary Magic Happens

Reflection

52Frames - Week 26 - Wabi Sabi

EC: Use a Vintage Lens

Tucked away on a neighbor's patio, I spotted this statue which had a vintage & wabi-sabi feel to me. Having two Leica vintage lenses, I shot with both and then opted to use a photo from the 90mm F4 Elmar-C, circa 1973.

Leica M EV1 @ F4 | 90mm | 1/160 sec | ISO 640

Leitz Wetzlar 90mm F4 Elmar-C

Photographed 6/24/26

Today's Color is Yellow

Chicago, IL

The matching yellows caught my eye.

Leica M EV1 @ F2 | 40mm | 1/800 sec | ISO 64

Voigtlander VM 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic

Photographed 6/20/26

From The Back Seat

Alentejo Region, Portugal

On the drive from the Algarve to Lisbon, I was able to capture this landscape scene and rear window reflection in a single shot.  With Rafael sitting high above the landscape, this image represents his omnipresent knowledge which he generously shared with us over the 8 hour journey.

Leica M EV1 @ F8 | 40mm | 1/2000 sec | ISO 3200

Voigtlander VM 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic

Photographed 5/26/26

Layers Of Shadow And Light

Coming home with my grandson and entering our building lobby, the light, reflections and shadows struck me as an interesting scene.  Now, after the fact, I even have a hard time figuring out the layers. 

Apple iPhone 15 Pro @ f1.8 | 1/60 | 6.76mm (24mm equiv) | ISO 160

Photographed 6/11/26

Perfect Advice

52Frames - Week 25 - Just Breathe

On vacation with the kids and grandkids, we approached Tower Hill, a 260' sand dune at Warren Dunes in Sawyer, Michigan. The sand was soft so every step only yielded about 25% progress of the distance and height of the actual step.  My 7 year old grandson was way out ahead and beat the three of us up the hill.  As I approached the summit (in last place) and stopped to catch my breath, my grandson yells down, "Just Breathe, Pops!"  Hence, this title!

Apple iPhone 15 Pro @ f1.8 | 1/12000 | 6.76mm (42mm equiv) | ISO 80

Photographed 6/15/26

Calm Before The Storm

52Frames - Week 24 - Blue Hour

With severe storms in the forecast, had to get this one in before they hit.  Another selective color photo so I could legitimately keep my personal b/w challenge streak alive.

Leica M EV1 @ F5.6 | 28mm | 1/125 sec | ISO 16000

Voigtlander VM 28mm F2 Ultron

Photographed 6/10/26

Façades

Porto, Portugal

A small sampling of facades from around the city.

Leica M EV1 @ F8 | 28mm | SS varies | ISO 64

Voigtlander VM 28mm F2 Ultron


All photographed 5/11-14/26

They Still Exist

52 Assignments Exposure 48 - Starburst

Porto, Portugal

I was shocked to see a working telephone booth in the central historic district of Porto and even more so to have a double starburst immediately adjacent.

Leica M EV1 @ F22 | 28mm | 1/80 sec | ISO 16000

Voigtlander VM 28mm F2 Ultron

Photographed 5/12/26

Sniffing A Snack / No Fear

Libertyville Farmers Market

Libertyville, IL

Each looking at the situation from a different perspective.

Leica M EV1 @ F4 | 50mm | 1/800 sec | ISO 64

Leitz Wetzlar 50mm F2 Summicron v3

Photographed 6/4/26

Literal Interpretation

52Frames - Week 23 - Triangular Composition

My intent this week (after finally reading the whole prompt) was to seek out a triangular composition that also included triangles.  Not having much success with the first part yet seeing lots of the second part, I happened to walk by a restaurant with light-colored umbrellas shading the outside tables.  The contrast of the struts formed the composition and depending on PoV, there were plenty of triangles.

Leica M EV1 @ F8 | 40mm | 1/160 sec | ISO 200

Voigtlander VM 40mm F1.4 Nokton Classic

The second photo is just triangles without the triangular composition component.

All photographed 6/3/26

Cornucopia Of Food

Bolhāo Market
Porto, Portugal

Leica M EV1 @ F5.6 | 28mm

Voigtlander VM 28mm F2 Ultron


All Photographed 5/11/26

Crenelations

Porto, Portugal

A section of the city wall dating back to the 14th century that still stands outside São Benito Station, adjacent to the Dom Luis I Bridge and along the Duoro River.  The tower crane visible in the scene is one of many present on the skyline and provides a stark contrast between old and new.

Leica M EV1 @ F8 | 28mm | 1/200 sec | ISO 64

Voigtlander VM 28mm F2 Ultron

Photographed 5/12/26

São Bento Train Station

 52 Assignments Exposure 47 - Inside Out

Porto, Portugal

Exploring the azulejos (hand painted tile) scenes adorning the train station.  Remarkable work that tells the story of Porto.

Leica M EV1 @ F8 | 28mm | 1/125 - 1/160 sec | ISO 1600-2000

Voigtlander VM 28mm F2 Ultron

All Photographed 5/12/26