Sorry for the corny title - just couldn't resist.My name is Dennis and I just got back into photography after two-decade layoff. I started off in 35mm in 1973 and lugged a couple of bags of gear, cameras, lenses, etc around the world during a 22 year Navy career. I got out of that habit after kids came along and cribs, diaper bags and car seats elbowed out camera gear for room in the car. Also, while my wife was remarkably patient with my stopping and waiting for just the right lighting, dirty-diapered kids were less so.
I got back into photography after my wife "forced" me to buy a DSLR in December of 2008. We'd gone to a camera store to buy a point and shoot for her to use in her antiques and collectibles business and she caught me looking at a couple of DSLRs in the display case. She suggested I check them out 'just for fun", but, when I tried to give them back to the sales person she asked "Which one do you want?" and refused to leave the store until I chose one.
Sadly, I lost Mrs Sea_Dog to cancer six months later, but fortunately she got to see me revive the passion I once had. My gallery is a lasting tribute to her and our love.
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Over the last two and a half years, since learning about Renderosity from a friend, has been a continuous learning and discovery process. The artists here are so amazingly talented and inspirational - and extremely friendly. Seeing their work and reading their comments on mine have allowed me to grow as an artist much faster than I could have on my own.
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Comments (20)
Digitaleagle
Awesome capture the bugs and weather has provided great character for this image Well done!!!
DreamersWish
Sure they may have seen better days, but they are still lovely! Beautiful capture!
monjo71
Beautiful image. Great Title.
whaleman
These must be the flowers that work at the investment brokerage houses!
beachzz
Yes, but it still has its own beauty!!
vlaaitje
lovely image
kgb224
Excellent capture.
lizzibell
great capture...
durleybeachbum
I know how it feels! Great pic.
Meisiekind
Excellent idea!!! I have actually thought of that before - so kudos for taking the step! I just love it! :)
flavia49
Very nice! Great idea!!
babuci
Still hold a beauty even had many battles. Excelent capture.
CavalierLady
A perfect title for this image, great shot!
lucindawind
I tihnk its beautiful like this also !
MrsRatbag
I know exactly how it feels! Great shot!
sandra46
superlative humor, great pic!
MC-Jay-One
Great find and shot!!
kasalin
Wonderful idea and title !!! 5* Excellent :)
Chimeric_Imager
good title for good capture
anmes
May have seen better days but the capture is perfect!