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"Project Orange"

So, the Pine and me decided, that with the hustle and bustle of life—work, school and the like—it’s been increasingly difficult for us to plan photo field trips, a thought we originally had after I finally went to the darkside and purchased my very first digital SLR camera. Surrendering to the constant scheduling conflicts, but not to our passions for capturing a great shot, we decided to create a photo project whereby we could both focus on one, common theme, though in our personal time—complete with set guidelines and non-negotiable deadlines. We figured this would be a more productive way to exercise our photo prowess and maybe learn some things along the way, too!

December 1st, our first deadline. The aptly named “Project Orange” held us accountable to capturing the vibrant fall color during a time—deep into November—when the once-dominant orange quickly began losing its luster to deader yellows and browns. The rules were simple: portray orange in a direct, abstract or otherwise representative way in five separate images during the course of two weeks.

As this is certainly not a competition, we welcome any comments about our images, as well as any recommendations for the next project’s theme. Mine are posted on this blog and Stephen's photos can be seen by visiting "Stephen Pine's Blog" to the right of this screen. Please enjoy our first ever showing!

JJP

Just when you thought fire hydrants were only red

I saw this oddly-colored fire hydrant off of Simmonsville Avenue in Johnston and had to snap one off. I know fire hydrants are usually red and can be other colors, too - but this one particularly stuck out - partly because of its uniqueness, but also becasue of how it seems to contrast nicely against the dominant yet dwindling fall-yellow background.

Is it time for din-dins yet?

Well, Skeeter isn't the most photogenic dog on the planet, but he sure has his moments. Here he is making it crystal clear that he's ready to eat.

Good to the last drop

Although it took several (and I mean several) attempts to get the camera to focus on both the front of the top of the faucet, in addition to the slowly-dripping water, along with adequate lighting and everything else, I like how this came out. Of course, I'd prefer just a bit more sharpness, but I'm alright with this for now.

Leaf the color to autumn

Well, there isn't much time left to see leaves this brilliant. Soak it up while you can. Before long, we'll be seeing nothing but shades of white.