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 (16)
kbrog
A very beautiful spot there. Excellent capture! :)
bobrgallegos
Wonderful capture of this very beautiful landscape!!
Feliciti
looks like a beautiful place !! great reflections and the flowers too!!
jocko500
lovely
foxxmulder70
Great shot!
kgb224
Superb capture my friend. God Bless.
jayfar
Lovely scene.
qrud
Fine view on the water and the little tower in the center of the picture.
thecytron
Beautiful photo!
Richardphotos
what a charming landscape
angora
oh, fantastic!!! love the foreground in the pic too!
jeroni
Awesome work on this beautiful scene
erlandpil
Wonderful capture of this very beautiful landscape!! agree erland
danapommet
Excellent spot! I was there many years ago and there were no walking trails. A tram ride and some displays nearthe main gate. I was impressed it the giraffe observation deck. It was presented as an animal breeding park and there were so many rinos.
Isabelle711
Sweet beauty. :)))))) Love the beautiful reflections and the feel of Spring. :)))))) Most excellent capture my friend. :)))) Thank you for sharing all of the beauty you see. :)))) Carry A Smile In Your Heart :))))
Hendesse
Fantastic spot and shot. Superb POV and clarity. Looks very beautiful!