Jim – Jim photographed one of his favorite north county location – Mission San Luis Rey. Here, he found some classic columned walkways. At the Mission’s fountain, he “fished” for the image of the black bird stopping for a drink. The other images, silhouetted & shadowed, were from a recent trip to the beach during the heat wave. His grandson, the “fish”, finally exiting the surf silhouetted. The fencing around a beach rehabilitation area made great shadows late in the afternoon.
Bird photos that were overlooked from an earlier trip this year to Sonny Bono Salton Sea Reserve that fit the silhouette theme were “processed” and shared.
The silhouettes of people watching sunset at Zabriskie Point, color & b&w, was an iphone image from Jan this year.
His Safari Park photos were segways into a discussion about future meet-up possibilities. Since the weather has cooled, photography outings such as Safari Park are doable.

Comic-Con is a San Diego institution and photographing people around the convention center can make for great street photography. Jim braved the chaos for the 1st time this year and shared a few moments.
One of Jim’s favorite things about photography, is the camera’s ability to freeze and blur time. In-camera movement, panning, and slow-shutter photography are perennial favorite styles.
Panning is challenging but when done properly, but can result in unique images.
Photographing a non-moving subject amongst the fast moving is another fascinating & challenging style.
Jim did not share any Emotions-themed photos but photos with motion blur might be Perfectly Imperfect.
He caught an afternoon when Bruce Parker, Oceanside Trenchcoat Guy, was walking north of the Oceanside Pier. If you are unfamiliar with the retired mail carrier. He protects himself year-round from the sun by wearing a long, black trenchcoat. Many people unfamiliar with his routine, especially when he walks into the surf. Tourists stare and sometimes dial for help thinking there’s something wrong. He is very friendly and loves talking to people. He has a cult following. So if you see him, don’t hesitate to talk to him or take his photo.