Night Motion

I've been experimenting with night pictures and better yet moving objects. I know this may be common knowledge for many but I finally figured out how to get the effects of motion. Notice the difference when only one object moves and then when both move in different directions.

Bus in Motion

Bus & Myself in Motion

© 2004 Araceli Arroyo photograph

Rail Underpass

I use to always be scared of going under these viaducts at night, especially when I lived in a bad neighborhood. They are usually dirty, smelly and dark. I drove by my old neighborhood the other day, nothing has changed.
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Bundle Up Winter is Here!

This picture was taken last week, I just didn't want to admit that winter was here. The sunny day didn't reflect how cold it was, but seeing these pedestrians bundled up sure clued me in. I remind you that I do take pictures when I'm driving ;)
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Still in Awe!

I drove into work today, luckily I had my camera in the car. I snapped a picture from the parking garage - The Sears Tower still amazes me. It's just a collection of blocks but it's presence can not only seen miles away but is felt, especially when you are so close to it.
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Pictures From a Day at the Park

Here are a few pictures I took this past Saturday at Marquette Park. The weather was beautiful, the sun was shining, Charlie (my dog) was rolling, The ducks were quacking - You get the point.

This one is my favorite, I love the way this tree is shaped, from trunk to branches, I only wish I could have seen it earlier with a few colorful leaves. Click on this and the other pictures below to view larger image.
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Charlie Dog - Nature Walk

One of my many picture victims - My dog Charlie. I think he is getting use to posing for me, look how he pretends not to notice me :)
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Autumn Pictures

It's amazing how something can look so beautiful and colorful while it's life is ending. These leaves have lost their green tone and the cold is drying them out, but these autumn leaves are still hanging on. Click on this and the other fall pictures below to view larger image.
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Glen Ellyn Visit

Took a trip through Glen Ellyn the other day. It's a cute little town.
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A Dark Sunset

I love driving, you'll find that many of the pictures I take are while I'm on the road. With the exception of rush hour traffic I find driving to be very calming. However, driving while the sun sets is even more soothing and beautiful.
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2004 Halloween Pictures

I enjoyed a halloween parade this weekend. I dressed up as a devil this year, don't worry I won't post my picture. Here's a picture of Mike from Monster's Inc. as we gets invited for a picture pose on top of the magic carpet float.
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Yuck!! I don't think my cousin enjoyed the halloween candy they gave her.
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