Constance Hobbs Photography Blog

Paris

2012-02-23T09:28:00.001-08:00

I've been in a Paris state of mind lately. I suppose because we are going to Europe this summer, first stop Paris.This is a view of Ile de la Cite. In the image above I was fooling around with the Bokeh effect. Not so easy to get without a tilt shift lens. You can mess around in photoshop, which is what I did, but the result isn't exactly correct. I still like the dreamy effect I acheived though.

Happy Valentine's Day from Paris

2012-02-14T11:37:00.001-08:00

Happy Valentine's day to all the wonderful people that visit my blog. Don't forget the champagne and chocolate tonight!

Paris

2012-02-08T16:22:00.000-08:00

I have a thing for doors in Paris and Europe as a whole. They are so spectacular and unique. The size, variety, colors and the exterior fixtures. Just love them!

More from Paris

2012-02-07T06:27:00.000-08:00

Paris

2012-02-06T04:29:00.000-08:00

Sunset in France

2012-01-30T06:55:00.000-08:00

Crescent Moon

2012-01-23T06:39:00.000-08:00

What is it about the moon, this crescent moon, that magically communicates life's mystery. Is it the shape? The fact that it's partially hidden? The reality that it is reflecting the sun? The way it just hangs there in space so close and yet so far? The crescent shape to me is a happy shape. I have no idea why. It symbolizes hope and goodness to me. To others this shape represents other things I am sure. We are all so influenced by our environments and personal histories. Wouldn't it be wonderful to wipe out the conditioning and memories and see life anew? Fresh. This is the goal of meditation. To empty the mind. Great idea, not so easy to maintain in actuality.

Winter in the Alps

2012-01-20T11:25:00.000-08:00

Something I have never become accustomed to while driving in the mountains during winter are the snow covered roads. Frequently in Europe there are no guard rails or protection of any kind. As one climbs higher and higher, twisting and turning it is extremely easy to hit a patch of ice or snow and go in a direction you would rather not! Where the sun hits the road its wet but you turn the corner where its completely shaded and you can hit a section of ice or snow very easily. I have been in cars where people are so well adapted to the environment that they drive at very high speeds through the snowy alpine roads. Well, I grew up at sea level and my "heart is frequently in my mouth" when driving with them.

Orchids for Alexandra

2012-01-18T06:47:00.000-08:00

Today is my daughter Alexandra's Birthday. These orchids are for her. Happy Birthday Alexandra.

Wheat Grass and Cattails

2012-01-08T09:53:00.000-08:00

I suppose it's hard to see but these are images of wheat grass manipulated. I have so much fun making these images. The combination's are endless. These photos are a tiny bit too large and the right side is ever so slightly cropped, sorry. I like repeat patterns a lot. Here's another of cattails.

Long Island Sound at Lattingtown

2012-01-07T09:58:00.000-08:00

Long Island often gets a bum rap. But I can assure you that the north shore and the east end are filled with many beautiful spots just like this one. The Hamptons have been discovered by copious outsiders and have made it often times unpleasant during the summer season. But that's no different from the South of France. So, if one is able to visit slightly before or just after the summer season you will find yourself very lucky indeed.

Floridian Horizon

2012-01-06T06:55:00.000-08:00

Missing Switzerland

2012-01-05T13:42:00.000-08:00

I guess I'm a bit nostalgic for Switzerland having spent so much time now in Florida. It's the fresh fallen snow in the mountains I miss most. That dry sound of snow crunching under your boots as you walk, especially this time of year. Or maybe I miss the clean fresh smell in the air? Or maybe the smell emanating and drifting from wood burning fireplaces? Perhaps its the gathering with friends and family over fondue, white wine and schnapps? I guess I miss it all. I don't think I will get there much before this summer. But one never knows what's in store.

Lac Leman in Switzerland and the Jura Mountains

2012-01-05T08:45:00.000-08:00

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This is a view across Lac Leman with the Jura mountains in France in the distance.

Swiss Alps

2012-01-05T08:05:00.000-08:00

One of the greatest joys of living in Switzerland is taking a ride into the Alps or countryside. Everything and everywhere in Switzerland is so well groomed and cared for, even the simplest farm. It's a visual delight. As you can see from the image above the views are spectacular. The country is small so one does not have to drive forever to reap the benefits of spots like the one above. It rains quite a bit so in the spring everything turns a verdant green of breathtaking dimensions.

Winter's Road

2012-01-04T12:12:00.000-08:00

Locust Valley New York

Happy New Year

2011-12-31T11:43:00.000-08:00

We're bringing in the New Year right this year. Swimming and spending time in the hot tub. I wish everyone a happy and healthy year. All the best for 2012!!

Happy Holidays

2011-12-31T11:38:00.000-08:00

Art Basel Miami

2011-12-31T08:00:00.000-08:00

Art Basel Miami was very exciting this year. Not only was the art work inspiring, but the crowds were overwhelming. I heard from some gallery insiders that people were spending money this year. That's wonderful to hear. The photos below are only a smattering of what was available there. One has to compete with the crowds, the overhead lighting and other peoples flashes. So its difficult to snap everything you want. I misplaced my paper work on who's who below, sorry. I hope you enjoy what's to follow anyway.

Christmas Shopping

2011-12-03T06:56:00.000-08:00

It's that time of year again. Christmas shopping. I generally enjoy being out, absorbing all the excitement and good cheer. But this year I am so busy that I think I will shop online for at least most, if not all of my gifts. This segment of the market can only grow. People seem to have less time and shopping online is a great solution. You just have to start early so I had better spend the weekend doing mostly that. The image above was our family Christmas tree one year. It's so much fun to move the camera around to get all kinds of combinations. Drawing with light, fun

Happy Thanksgiving

2011-11-28T11:08:00.000-08:00

This is a mum from our Thanksgiving table. Beautiful fall colors. We had spectacular weather here in Florida the entire weekend. I would like to say to all those Americans here and abroad, I hope you had a wonderful, grateful day of thanks and giving.

South Florida

2011-11-21T06:31:00.000-08:00

The weather has turned in south Florida. Temperature perfect. Breezy, warm and even sometimes a bit cool. Mosquitos abating and sitting out under the stars magnificent. Time to come on down.

Just for Fun

2011-11-19T12:51:00.000-08:00

I really love making these repeat patterns. Just playing around in photoshop having fun.

Winter Beach

2011-11-17T10:23:00.000-08:00

Blue

2011-11-09T14:15:00.000-08:00