Tag Archives: photography
The Minister’s Treehouse
Noah may have had his ark but Horace Burgess has a treehouse—the world’s largest! Constructed around an 80-foot tall white oak tree, the 10-story, 10,000 square foot treehouse is … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Lucketts Store
This image was taken outside a local antique shop. I was drawn to this grouping of objects with their interesting colors and textures. © Mark Routt 2012
Photo of the Day: Discovery
Today was the last flight for the Space Shuttle Discovery. She was ferried aboard NASA’s specially modified 747 to her new home at the National Air & Space Museum in … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: March of the Swallowtails
Pictured here are the black swallowtail and the eastern tiger swallowtail. The eastern tiger swallowtail is the state insect of Virginia. There are 552 species of swallowtails in the world … Continue reading
The Photography of Robert Doisneau
Today is the centennial anniversary of the birth of Robert Doisneau (14 April 1912 – 1 April 1994). Robert Doisneau was a French photographer who used his Leica on the streets of … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Alex
This photo was not taken by me but it was posted on the USAF’s Basic Military Training Facebook page today. This is a special image because my son Alex is … Continue reading
The Photography of Imogen Cunningham
Imogen Cunningham (April 12, 1883 – June 24, 1976) was an American photographer widely known for her portraits, botanical photography, and nudes. She worked as a photographer until her death at the age … Continue reading
The Art of Gustav Vigeland
Gustav Vigeland (11 April 1869 – 12 March 1943) was a famous and controversial Norwegian sculptor. Vigeland occupies a special position among Norwegian sculptors, both in the power of his creative imagination … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Survivor Sunset
An image of my son Mat watching the sunset on our last night of camping at Jordan Lake in North Carolina. It reminded me of the tv show Survivor. We … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Gone with the Wind
I drove by this old tree today and it was gone—gone with the wind. Thankfully I caught this image a couple of years ago. © Mark Routt 2012
Photo of the Day: Loudoun Valley Sunset
Once in awhile we have some great sunsets in Virginia and once in awhile I just happen to be in the right place to photograph one. © Mark Routt 2012
Photo of the Day: Valley of Fire
We arrived at Valley of Fire late in the afternoon but it was the perfect time to be there. The sun was setting and the colors were out of this … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Life and Death
It holds the records for being the lowest, driest, and hottest location in North America, yet there are places in Death Valley where fishes thrive—pupfishes to be exact. There are nine species … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: On Golden Pond
We’ve had some unusually foggy weather every morning this week and it’s presented me with a great opportunity to photograph some very local landscapes. This image was taken at a … Continue reading
Photos of the Day: Orchid Show
Spring has sprung in the nation’s capitol. These images were taken by me at the United States Botanical Garden on Capitol Hill during the annual orchid show. © Mark Routt … Continue reading
A Happy Face
Hanging out and watching tv with Indiana on a Friday night.
Photo of the Day: Beyond the Dunes
Cape Hatteras Light is a lighthouse located on Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks of North Carolina near the community of Buxton, and is part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. © Mark Routt 2012
The Photography of Edward Weston
Edward Henry Weston (March 24, 1886 – January 1, 1958) was a 20th century American photographer. He has been called “one of the most innovative and influential American photographers…” and “one of the masters … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Maine Sunset
If you’re seeking out great sunsets this summer, bypass the Gulf Coast and head to Maine! I grew up in Florida and we were famous for our spectacular sunsets, especially … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Cape Hatteras Light
Cape Hatteras Light is a lighthouse located on Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks of North Carolina near the community of Buxton, and is part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. © Mark Routt 2012
Photo of the Day: Cherry Blossom Clouds
Cherry blossoms and clouds on this first day of spring along the tidal basin in Washington DC. © Mark Routt, 2012
Photo of the Day: Maine Rocks
Bass Harbor Head Light, Bass Harbor, Maine. © Mark Routt 2012
Life in Selma
On March 19, 1965, Charles Moore’s photograph of a civil rights march in Selma, Alabama was published on the cover of LIFE magazine. As a white, Southern journalist, born and … Continue reading
The Graffiti House
Often during my trips on Route 15 south through Brandy Station, Virginia, I’ve noticed a sign that points to a place called Graffiti House. We stopped in yesterday afternoon and … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: West Quoddy Head
West Quoddy Head in Lubec, Maine is the easternmost point of the contiguous United States and the closest point to Europe from a point in the fifty States. West Quoddy Head overlooks Quoddy Narrows, a strait between Canada and the … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Bass Harbor Head Light
Bass Harbor Head Light in Bass Harbor, Maine. The history of Bass Harbor Head Light started in 1855 when it was deemed that there was sufficient reason for a lighthouse at … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Bar Harbor
In celebration of Maine becoming our 23rd state on this day in 1820, I’m posting an image from Bar Harbor. I recommend everyone visit this beautiful state at least once … Continue reading
I Wish I Were an…
Bavarian-born American entrepreneur, Oscar Meyer, dies on this day in 1955.
Photo of the Day: Acadia Sunset
This image was taken near Acadia National Park in Maine. Maine offered some of the most beautiful sunsets I have ever seen. © Mark Routt 2012
Photo of the Day: Argoflex Seventy-Five
Today’s photo features my argoflex seventy-five camera and an image of the latest argus digital bean camera. I really appreciate the way the designers of the bean paid homage to … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Bass Harbor Marsh
Bass Harbor Marsh, Bass Harbor, Maine © Mark Routt 2012
Photo of the Day: Art Deco Theatre
An Art Deco theatre facade in New York City. © Mark Routt 2012
Photo of the Day: Still Life #3
I found this blue bottle in an abandoned barn and thought it would be interesting to photograph. It’s a mid-century Italian piece and has a very unusual bubble texture. © … Continue reading
Photo of the Day: Still Life #2
Today I met with a young lady named Jana who wishes to become a professional photographer and hopes to attend the Savanna College of Art and Design (SCAD) after she … Continue reading
Routt College
Routt is still an unusual last name and whenever I see it I take note. In this case, I found a vintage post card with an image of Routt College … Continue reading
