Greetings to the people of Earth.
I've always wanted to say that! Now that I did, I can now get on with other things.
I'm a science fiction writer (not famous yet) born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. I've lived in the Czech Republic and Germany, and though I am currently back in Chicago, much of my heart remains in the Czech Republic. Maybe it's the beer. Or the bread. I hope to live in Moscow soon, as a big portion of my heart already resides there. I've had an interest in science fiction since an early age and will probably maintain that interest for the rest of my life. I love SF, and anything else that embraces the spirit of discovery...or anything that chafes against the arbitrary boundaries of "conformity."Â
I discovered Renderosity a couple of years back when I was browsing the internet, looking for cool images to spark my imagination during a period of writer's block. It wasn't a serious block, but I needed something to make me ask the sorts of questions that I always ask before settling down to craft a short story or novella. Since that time, I've written quite a lot and I've begun to post photographs and other visual works that I created here...partially because I love the Renderosity community in general, and partially because the images and text-snippets that I have contributed here are something of an ongoing journal. I'm incredibly lazy when it comes to journal keeping, and so posting picures of particular significance actually helps me to remember the things I want to remembe, without having to eat into my fiction writing time by writing non fiction. Well, at least that's my excuse and I am sticking with it.
I entered into the field of photography totally by accident; I'd always been interested in capturing small stories, but it wasn't until my journey to Europe that I began to consciously seek out tableaus that imply stories in progress. As a result of that, my writing is growing in unexpected directions, and I look forward to becoming more and more active here, and in other artistic/publishing fields.
For those looking at my gallery, enjoy it and feel free to leave comments and sitemail! Good day to all!
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Comments (23)
kgb224
Wonderful capture my friend.
NefariousDrO
This is cool! Like you I love the reflection in the water. I'm not sure, but I think it's an Australian Aboriginal tale of a man who loses himself in his reflection in the water: He used it to enter the dreamtime, but confused the reflection for the real world and went to the wrong place. I always thought that sounded like such a modern scifi story, but was told by an ancient people. Or the Taoist poet who wondered if he was a man who dreamed of being a butterfly, or a butterfly who was dreaming of being a man? The reflections in the water aren't the same as us, but somehow are close enough to our world that it's disquieting. We wonder who we are when we look into the water, and who is looking back at us? Very cool photo, Chip, you've really fired my imagination!
lucindawind
such beautiful reflections ... its extremely hot here ..its hard to go out side and do anything these days
TomDart
Nce one, Chip. As you might know, I like images which allow imagination to flow..like does this one.
MrsRatbag
I love reflecting on reflections myself; they seem richer than the "real" world, infinitely more inviting. Wonderful capture!
Sepiasiren
I love waterside scenes and especially those that show nature reflections--this is particularly captivating because these trees are so magnificent--reflected off the water top they appear to have an almost spiritual allure--very mesmerizing image
danapommet
Not all posting need to be of flowers, statues or other "pretty" things. Now this is just a photo of a muddy river bank. But look at the way the light makes the trees and root systems just jump off the screen. Then look at the reflection. Did you realize that there was a beautiful blue sky above the river? Only the reflection shows that. Well seen my friend and a fantastic capture. Dana
beachzz
Oh, I love this, and looking at the reflection makes it feel as though you're falling into a dream. The roots could be home to strange underwater gnomes or trolls.
lick.a.witch
This is one of the best reflection images I've seen Chip. Any image with trees in is okay by me, and with a reflection it's a double pleasure. ^=^
durleybeachbum
This has a certain 'grittiness' which I like, and I admire your ability to see beauty in a very urban place. I have to be in the right mood for that myself! I really like the refelction with all its depth of colours.
helanker
I Love this shot with the wonderful reflections, Chip and I all the most LUV your expression of the mood and your feelings that day. Not to mention your amazing thoughts about the reflection world...:). and I so agree with Andrea.
MrsLubner
The coldest days are the clearest days... this is a marvelous shot - crystal clear.
anaber
I love this "encounter":)and the magic it speaks...So nice when we can turn things to our side.Fabulous reflections and view.
GailB
I really like this picture. The top, the real world, has a harsh, damaged look. But the reflection is cool, mysterious, and inviting. Even the little bit of fencing that just touches the top of the picture becomes a soft rippled effect in the water. Brilliant.
jmb007
belle photo!
minos_6
The river is so clear that this capture is almost surreal, with more showing below the waterline than above. The chain link fence is only just glimpsed behind the trees, but is caught in full in the reflection, as are more lively trees in the background. The quality of the light is beautiful too, and the stark shadows. Beautiful, my friend.
flavia49
splendid!! the upside down world is better that the actual one!!
sandra46
as usual i love saturated colors, and reflections! i like this one with the gnarled roots and the illusion of sumnmer in the mirror sky!
auntietk
Those roots are amazing, and I love the deep, rich colors of the reflection. Wow. Excellent image! You see such amazing things.
aksirp
silent view of the other side behind the wonderful reflection!
marybelgium
génial !
MagikUnicorn
Gorgeous reflections!
myrrhluz
I get much the same feel as Gail. The top portion looks exposed, like it has been scraped lifeless by the elements. The reflection is an alternative. A glimpse into what might have been. Or perhaps what is, only, just over there. Like paintings, mirrors and reflection, it is fun to think of entering that other world. Superb capture!