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!
Comments (13)
Faemike55
I can believe that! Why do I believe that there is a letter missing from this photo? Wonderful shot Chip
Djavad
Bonjour, il se fait 3h00 du matin, je suis contente dans la tête "SOHN - Tempest"
auntietk
I'm sort of on the side of those who feel it shouldn't say anything. I'm not sure I should come down on either side, though. Our motorhome says "Terra" on the side. It's not my fault ... it came that way ... it's a Fleetwood Terra, and I don't spell my name like that anyway. Aside from all that, this makes for a terrific shot and wonderful commentary!
Richardphotos
I heard that the mayor of Chicago does not like the sign. the mayor would prefer that the mayor's name should be there
Chipka
Yep. That is it in a nutshell, now if Herr Ubermayor's name was there, he'd still be snarfy, but happy.
netot
Fantastic image, I love the distorted reflections, Chip!
beachzz
Lol, I know there's a letter missing, but somehow this is far more effective!!!
durleybeachbum
It's a terrific image, and I do like the discussion you've generated with your wit!
wysiwig
Seems appropriate. After all, he does act like an ass most of the time. Nice shot.
Chipka
Who says he's acting? ;)
kgb224
Just wanted to say the mayor is upset with the sign as i read on a online newspaper. God bless.
jendellas
Loving the banter, great fun image.
MrsRatbag
LOL! But it's a perfect POV...
flavia49
stunning work
KatesFriend
Don't hold back, tell me what you really think. You nailed that one! Very, very clever send up. I'll bet Jon Stewart wished he'd thought of that. "Oh Donald", whispered Anne Marie (as portray by Marlo Thomas)