Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
central park autumn
Near the Bethesda Fountain, Central Park, NYC
Went to Central Park today and it was beautiful!!
What a great day....sunny, warm and still with great fall color.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Come to Cutchogue for the Photography Exhibit!
November 15 through Saturday, December 12, 2009
Award Winning Photography Group
Nature and Wildlife Photographers of Long Island (NWPLI)
is proud to announce their annual Autumn Exhibition of Nature Photography.
The Exhibit will once again take place at the Castello di Borghese Winery in Cutchogue, New York and will showcase the group’s work which presents nature, wildlife, and landscape photography at its best.
NWPLI and its membership have been awarded numerous honors for their work.
Exhibition photography will encompass a diverse variety of natural subjects that have been captured with digital and film based mediums, many from Long Island's own natural surroundings. Select images from the exhibition will be also available for purchase.
The exhibition will open Sunday, November 15 and will run through Saturday, December 12, 2009.
The exhibit is open to the public, free of charge, during the winery’s regular business hours.
An opening reception will be held on Saturday, November 21 from 12-3 PM. Many club members will be in attendance. Light refreshments will be served.
Castello di Borghese is located at:
Route 48 (Sound Ave) and Alvah’s Lane
Cutchogue New York 11935
Tel. (631) 734-5111
Directions are available online at: http://www.castellodiborghese.com/directions.html
For additional information, please contact Terry Buonomo at nwplisec@optonline.net or at (631) 877-1036.
About NWPLI
NWPLI is Long Island based photography organization whose members have combined a love for nature with a passion for photography. This award winning team is comprised of approximately 65 members, many whom have also received individual recognition. The main focus of the group is capturing the essence of nature while not disturbing the elements. Their team approach promotes the exchange of ideas and knowledge, fostering the growth of each team member’s photographic skill. While photography from exotic locales is always welcome, the group’s main subject matter is the diverse natural beauty of Long Island.
Learn more at: http://www.nwpli.com
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Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Thursday, November 05, 2009
red maple in autumn
Such a pretty time of year. The weather has been wonderful, cool but sunny and pleasant!
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Autumn, Connetquot River
Autumn Connetquot River, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
Autumn, Connetquot River at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum
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A beautiful day today for a long walk along the river.
Long Island is in full autumn color and the temperatures are relatively warm.
The rain yesterday did remove many leaves from some of the earlier autumn leaves but most trees were full and color-intense.
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
Visit to Ricketts Glenn, Pennsylvania
autumn falls, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
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This past weekend I went to Ricketts Glenn State Park in Pennsylvania to see some of the autumn colors.
This park has beautiful waterfalls and trails for hiking.
I went with my nature photography club, NWPLI (Nature & Wildlife Photographers of Long Island).
It's a great group of people who have a love of nature in common.
Many of the members are award winning photographers and it is my pleasure to be a member of this group.
There are many areas on Long Island to photograph wildlife but this weekend we were on a hunt for color. For Long Island, that will come in about two weeks. Last year, it was October 28th when I took my aerial flight to catch the colors images from the air.
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Monday, October 12, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Davis Park Deer
The deer walk freely on Fire Island. This buck was looking for some food and found this shrub with berries. Quite impressive for an area so close to New York City.....
Sunday, October 04, 2009
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Windless Bay at Sunrise
Windless Bay at Sunrise, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
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This is the same bay as the photo below, looking north-east.
The rising sun is off to the right, over the sand dunes and ocean.
On this particular morning there was no wind and not one boat had stirred the water yet.
This is a rare sight on the Great South Bay and only more common in late September.
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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Sunset from Davis Park
Sunset from Davis Park, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
The sunset from Davis Park, Fire Island and the Great South Bay...
The wind was very strong today but the Great South Bay sunsets have been spectacular!
Today's bay did not look like this photo.
Today, there were waves and whitecaps, but I thought you'd enjoy this shot more.
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Monday, September 28, 2009
Davis Park Marina
Davis Park Marina, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
The marina in September when the crowds are gone....
We've spent the last two weeks on Fire Island in the community of Davis Park.
There are no crowds and the weather is still good. It's not swimming weather, but it's wonderful for walks on the beach and watching the bay and wildlife.
You can still sleep with windows open, for that cool ocean breeze and for the sound of the ocean waves.
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Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Davis Park Sunrise
Early morning at the beach. The surf fisherman are already there, before sunrise.
We are spending some time at the beach this week, the last warm weather of summer. September is actually the best time on Fire Island since the crowds are gone and the warm sun and warm water temperatures make for a very pleasant experience.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Blue Claws (crabs)
t's blue-claw season. The Great South Bay is abundant this year with crabs.
You can see them just swimming near the surface. With two small traps, we caught over one dozen large ones and about 6 small that we threw back . No sense keeping more than you can eat.
Monday, September 07, 2009
Antietam Battlefield
Antietam Battlefield, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
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This is the battlefield of Antietam. My husband was always interested in the Civil War and recently found out his great-great grandfather fought in the battle of Antietam.
We went there this weekend and met distant family members, third cousins, not one of which would be here today if
great, great-grandfather Allen McLane died in this battle.
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Tuesday, September 01, 2009
the river reflections
Early morning, end of summer and all is calm. I used to be upset when Labor Day approached since it meant "back to school and work" for me. Now, I'm happy to reclaim the beaches and the Great South Bay for myself.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Bee Exterminator
We had a little "bee problem" at the house and needed a professional exterminator. He was amazing to watch!
I wouldn't have done this!
Saturday, August 15, 2009
window shopping NYC
window shopping NYC, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
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Went into Manhattan today. The weekend city seems less crowded in summer.
I guess most people head for cooler places, which is fine with me.
I love the "summer in the city," always did, from when I was a teenager. I have great memories of walking through Central Park and hangin' with friends.
My husband and I stay off the Great South Bay and the beaches on the weekend. On Saturdays and Sundays, it's a place for the weekend only crowd. I guess we just do the reverse from most people, but it fits for us.
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I played with the fisheye lens today and it's just a "fun" lens. Nothing serious.
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Thursday, August 13, 2009
water taxi, the Courier
water taxi, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
Water taxi on the Great South Bay, sunset
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Another rainy day today in addition to the rain we had yesterday, makes for a very unusual summer.
We've had more rain and cool weather here on Long Island, than I ever remember.
Luckily for me, we went to Atlantique on Fire Island, Tuesday, the best weather-day of the week.
Atlantique was just beautiful and the perfect location for an ocean swim, complete with lifeguards, snack bar, public showers and toilet facilities.
It's a great family beach accessible by ferry from Bayshore!
As we were leaving at sunset, I caught this water taxi, the Courier, transporting people to another Fire Island community.
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Friday, August 07, 2009
Long Island Bayman
Long Island Bayman, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
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A beautiful day on the bay today, we just sat and watched the other boats go by.
You can still see an occasional clammer. At one time there were many, and called "bayman" they worked the bay collecting clams, oysters, eels.
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I saw a Long Island census record-book from the early 1800's.
Many men were listed as "bayman" or farmers, or servants.
The servants worked for the wealthy from New York City who came to Long Island in summer to escape the heat of the city.
So if you lived here on Long Island, you worked the bay or the land, or you worked for the wealthy who just came here for the weather and cool bay breezes.
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Monday, August 03, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
A Ford Woodie; Rita's Rest, West Sayville
Rita's Rest: a Ford "Woodie", originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
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Scene at the Sayville parking lot on a summer evening where everyone stops by to take a look at the Great South Bay.
Hot night, hazy sky and some after-dinner "hanging out" with friends.
This old car (plate says 1948) is a Ford "woodie" station wagon.
It also has a plate that says, "Rita's Rest" from West Sayville, NY, but I could not find anything searching google with that reference.
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Monday, July 27, 2009
Oliver and the Camera
Little Oliver just loves the camera.
He likes to look through the lens and to see his reflection....and he likes to put his little fingers on the glass. Ugh!
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Tuesday, July 21, 2009
My Photos on TV!
I recently sold six photos for a public service announcement for Cablevision.
It is for the
Lustgarten Foundation
"Cablevision Systems Corporation is committed to advancing The Lustgarten Foundation's efforts to increase research for pancreatic cancer, America's fourth-leading cause of cancer deaths."
Watch it on YouTube:
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Sunday, July 19, 2009
Belmont Park Racetrack
Went to the races today. Soon the thoroughbreds will be going to Saratoga for the remainder of the summer.
Friday, July 17, 2009
Beach Day
Beach Day, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
Leaving the beach on the Fire Island National Seashore
We have had wonderful weather these past few days!
It has been perfect beach weather, but what is in store for us this weekend?
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Thursday, July 16, 2009
Fire Island Deer
Fire Island Deer, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
Deer on Fire Island at the Fire Island National Seashore
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No picnic on Fire Island is complete without a visit from the deer.
As soon as the crowds leave and the sun gets lower in the sky, the deer "hunt" for food at the picnic tables.
Don't touch!
Their ears are covered with deer tick!
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Gantry Plaza State Park
Gantry Plaza State Park, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.
Gantry Plaza State Park, Long Island City
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To read more about the State Park, located across the East River from the UN building,
Saturday, July 11, 2009
Graffiti Art
This photo not for sale due to copyright laws.
Yes, this is art.
Painted on a warehouse building in Long Island City, called 5 Pointz.
Sunday, July 05, 2009
Thursday, July 02, 2009
the empty beach chair
Fire Island National Seashore
Wednesday morning on the beach. Where is everyone?
Well, more rain is in the forecast. Another rainy day in NY!
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Orient Point Lighthouse
Lighthouse at Orient Point.
Located at the end of the North Fork, east end of Long Island, NY.
For info: www.nps.gov/history/maritime/light/orientpt.htm
Fishing off Orient Point
We took the ferry from Orient to Connecticut and drove to Rhode Island for a three day mini-vacation. The weather was as horrible as it's been for the last month....rain and clouds and on the cool side for June.
We passed this boat, the Prime Time 3, filled with guys who were fishing. From the look of the gulls flying overhead, I guess they were successful!
Monday, June 22, 2009
Dave & Cathy
Busy weekend with Father's Day, my birthday and a wedding.
We managed to survive it all and have fun.
I'm sorry I couldn't get out to Coney Island to see the Mermaid Parade, but there were only two days in the weekend. Oh well.....
Dave & Cathy were married at the Stony Brook Yacht Club and we all had a great time.
Don't they look happy?
Now it's time to continue the celebration of my birthday. After all, shouldn't we celebrate the birthday month? I'll be posting more photos soon of the road trip to a new destination.
Road trip.......Rhode Island!
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Sunday, June 21, 2009
Happy Father's Day!
My most favorite photo of my father, taken in the 1940s.
My parents owned a store in Brooklyn, where I grew up. Isn't he good looking?
He loved those little Italian cigars!
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He died in 1994 and I still miss him.....
Monday, June 15, 2009
Laura Keene, Actress
Many historical figures are buried at the Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn. Laura Keene was the actress at Ford Theatre the night President Lincoln was shot.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Belmont Track
Morning exercize at the Belmont Park Racetrack.
A fun morning with the Long Island Photographers Meetup Group.
Belmont Racetrack has "Breakfast at Belmont" on Sunday mornings.
It's free!! Check out the info here: www.nyra.com/Belmont/GeneralInformation/Promotions/Promot...
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Green-Wood Cemetery
Went today to the Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn.
It is a big part of New York's history and very interesting to visit. In the early 1800s, it was visited by 500,000 people a year. This was before the time of Central Park and gave city planners the idea to create a city park.
The trees today are some of the oldest and largest and best maintained in the area.
The tombstones and mausoleums are old and beautiful!
From the official website:
"Founded in 1838 as one of America’s first rural cemeteries, the Green-Wood Cemetery soon developed an international reputation for its magnificent beauty and became the fashionable place to be buried."
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Aquebogue Winery
On the east end of Long Island, wineries and agriculture still dominate the landscape.
Saturday, June 06, 2009
Fox on Fire Island
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Walking along the beach, we could see a family of fox resting in the dunes. As we approached, other walkers with a dog, were coming from the other direction. The dog chased them away before we could get better photos. I've been going to Fire Island for many years and have never seen so many fox. Is there an increase in the population? Or am I just more aware? I now notice fox tracks in the sand all the time!
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Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Shipwrecked on Fire Island
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A sailboat washed ashore on Fire Island at the Water Island beach.
It became grounded last week in the fog. A crew of workers has been digging out the keel but it is slow going. When the tide comes up the boat gets buried further into the sand.
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shipwrecked
A sailboat washed ashore on Fire Island at the Water Island beach.
We went over to Fire island early in the morning to see what was happening to the sailboat that was shipwrecked last week. Workers were there and the plan is to move it out at high tide and sail it back to Newport, Rhode Island.
Great South Bay, Long Island, NY
Just a busy day on the Great South Bay.
We have not had enough good warm weather this May, but summer is almost here. In three weeks summer will officially begin.
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