Pink House I

 The Bridges Studios, the historic home in Edgewood has new owners and been thankfully spared from the wrecking ball. Over the past two weeks, I've had the privilege of getting to know the owners and capturing all the wonderful sculpture in and around the home. It's lovingly referred to as The Pink House, for obvious reasons. I hope you'll enjoy touring the home and gardens!

Coming Soon!

Homework I

I"m currently enjoying an online photography class, Creative Workout, with my friend Meredith Mullins who now lives in Paris. Each week she introduces 1-2 well known photographers and we explore their work. She then sends us off with our cameras to complete a homework assignment with their work as our inspiration.

Week 1 was Robert Frank, who was able to capture the essence of a place while often breaking the rules. We were to do the same. I never realized how hard breaking the rules would be for me. I offer up my image taken at Sam's Super Samwiches. The bottles, smack dab in the middle of the photo is in focus while the others, although out of focus, give the viewer reference.
BTW, the BEST HOT DOGS on the planet!

Then Homewood Star

Since the early 1950's the Homewood Star has shown at the top of 18th Street signaling the beginning of the Christmas season. If you look carefully beneath the bottom right point, you can see Vulcan!

Red and Green

Sweet Peas Garden Shop in Homewood is always in the holiday spirit!

Sunday Church Series - Labyrinth Garden

Trinity United Methodist Church in Homewood. I grew up in this church.

Summertime...

and the living is easy. Fish are jumpin'....

These fish aren't jumping' but certainly liven up Sweet Peas Garden Shop in Homewood! And not to mention it too HOT to fish!

Red, White and Blue

Homewood Antiques and Marketplace

Sunday Church Series - Lent

Trinity United Methodist Church in Homewood, is the church where I grew up.

How Frosty...

stays frosty in Birmingham.  This old fridge has many uses during the year at Sweet Peas Garden Center in Homewood. I loved their Christmas idea!

It's Not Christmas Without The Homewood Star

Crafted in 1951 by Douglass McConnell, this star has heralded the Christmas season every year since from high above the city of Homewood.  I'm a bit nostalgic about this star,  as I remember it fondly from my childhood and every Christmas since.  You might see it again before Christmas is over!

Drum Roll...........

The Homewood High School Patriot Marching Band.

Homecoming Memories

 

 I took this several years ago at the Homewood High School Homecoming Parade.  I still love the memories in this reflection. Community, Schools, Music, Team Spirit, Good Times.

Whatever Floats....

your boat!  The last days of summer spent at the terrific new Homewood Pool!

Sweet!

Sweet Pea's Garden Shop in Homewood, always makes me smile. This time of year it's in full blown color. See?

( And I love the folks that own it. Shop local!)

Dance Class

What could be more fun than getting to photograph tiny dancers at the Children's Dance Foundation in Homewood!

Library Fun

Yesterday I stopped by the Homewood Public Library and took a spin through the children's room , and look who I found reading a good book!

Homewood Public Library

1721 Oxmoor Road

Homewood, AL 35209

The Hungry Caterpillar

Homewood Park

Through the Garden Gate

Christopher Glen, in Homewood, has a marvelous selection of outdoor containers and statuary.  A walk through these beautiful doors, one finds many delights. I'll share more from time to time. Oh, and inside the shop, lovely antiques, lamps and collectibles as well!

GIve a Hoot...

 DON'T POLLUTE!

Does anybody say that anymore??

Sweet Peas Garden Shop

Homewood