Sunburst Ride Lake Texoma, Texas This photo was taken from Juniper Boat Ramp on the Texas side of Lake Texoma looking over to the Oklahoma side of the lake. On this particular evening there were several boats heading to shore as the sunset reflected on the water. Lake Texoma Lake Texoma is situated on the … Continue reading
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Sunburst Reflections
Sunburst Reflections Lake Kiowa, Texas On this particular evening the water was a smooth as glass as the sun broke through the clouds resulting in a bright reflection of color on the water. I took this photo at the East Beach of Lake Kiowa, Texas. Lake Kiowa is a private lake and gated community about 30 … Continue reading
Linda James Photography
Welcome to the newest feature on my blog. Linda James Photography. In this area, I’ll be sharing photos that are available for purchase as prints, posters, phone cases, cards, and other merchandise on my website – Linda James Photography. I will also consider special requests for photos for specific merchandise items. Please email me with any special photography … Continue reading
Old Barn – Monochrome Madness Challenge
Old Barn US Highway 287, Texas This old barn sits in a field on US Highway 287 just before Memphis, Texas. It catches my eye every time I travel past. Sadly, the remains of a house are just to the side of the barn. This building has been empty so long that it’s starting … Continue reading
October – One Photo Focus Challenge
One Photo Focus is a monthly photography challenge hosted by Stacy Fischer at Visual Venturing. The participants in this challenge edit the same image and share it on the One Photo Focus Forum. You can get more information and join the One Photo Focus monthly challenge at Stacy Fisher’s Visual Venturing. Thanks to Y. Prior … Continue reading
Taffy In the Wind – Monochrome Madness Challenge
Meet Taffy, my sweet miniature schnauzer. She’s 13 1/2 years old and her age is catching up with her too often these days. Hanging her head out the car window has always been one of her favorite things. Taffy and Maggie, our other schnauzer, ride in the back seat of our vehicle when we travel. They are … Continue reading
I Love Texas Photos – Day 1
I Love Texas Photos “ILoveTexasPhoto.com is dedicated to pro photography in TX. Our IG is passed to different photographers every 3 days for unique looks at life in TX.” The I Love Texas Photo Instagram gallery is an eclectic grouping of photos that tell the story of life in Texas. I Love Texas Photo Baton … Continue reading
Days Gone By (B&W) – Monochrome Madness Challenge
Days Gone By (B&W) This is a street just off of the downtown square in Honey Grove, Texas. While parts of the town have been restored, this area seems abandoned. I can’t help but think of all the wonderful times that were had in these buildings during their past lives. Monochrome Madness Challenge “Days Gone … Continue reading
Making a Log into a Planter – DIY Style
We recently built a home in a lake community in the country. Our lot was full of gorgeous trees; but one of the cedar trees was dead and rotting out. You could actually see all the way through one of the knot holes. I asked the builder to save an 8 foot section of the … Continue reading
Photographer – From Hobbyist to Professional
photographer noun /fəˈtɑː.ɡrə.fɚ/ — a person who takes photographs, either as a job or hobby: I’ve always been the one behind the camera taking photos of everyday life. Several years ago, I decided to start the move from photography hobbyist to a professional level. I began taking photography classes and learning as much as possible … Continue reading