Author Archives: bilyreid

TRIBUTE TO GAUDI

Posted on December 3, 2016 by bilyreid

No trip to Barcelona is complete without visiting the architectural legacy of the city’s most famous genius, Antoni Gaudi (1852 – 1926). Gaudí’s work was influenced by his passions in life: architecture, nature, and religion. Gaudí considered every detail of … Continue reading →

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CARIBBEAN REPTILES

Posted on December 2, 2016 by bilyreid

A few shots of some of the locals encountered on a recent trip to the Caribbean. GREEN MONSTER I was working the back water of Saint Maarten when this delightful creature popped out of the grass and nearly frightened me … Continue reading →

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ELTON JOHN DOES THE COMPOSTELLA

Posted on November 17, 2016 by bilyreid

 “Daniel is leaving tonight on a plane” CROSSING GALICIAN COASTLINE AT SUNSET I can see the red tail-lights heading off for SPAIN!” BIERZO VINEYARD “They say Spain is pretty, though I’ve never been”  “Daniel says it’s the best place, he’s ever … Continue reading →

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LONDON MISCELLANY

Posted on November 16, 2016 by bilyreid

 Some odd shots from my recent London visit. LONDON EYE THE “CITY” AT NIGHT  SHIT HOUSE TO PENTHOUSE Frenetic construction activity near the Olympic Park as builders try to cope with housing demand. SOUP KITCHEN FOR THE JEWISH POOR, BRUNE … Continue reading →

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HMS BELFAST

Posted on November 11, 2016 by bilyreid

 Remembrance Day, 2016. POOL OF LONDON The indomitable HMS BELFAST rides at anchor in the Pool of London with Tower Bridge in the background.  The Belfast has been a must see tourist attraction for several decades now. HMS BELFAST The … Continue reading →

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LONDON BRIDGES

Posted on October 30, 2016 by bilyreid

 A recent visit to London allowed the opportunity to explore a few of London’s bridges. MILLENIUM BRIDGE WITH ST. PAUL’S IN BACKGROUND   MILLENIUM BRIDGE  MILLENIUM BRIDGE AT LOW TIDE WITH GLOBE THEATRE IN BACKGROUND LONDON BRIDGE ALCOVE, VICTORIA PARK … Continue reading →

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INCA TRAIL TREK

Posted on September 20, 2016 by bilyreid

My new photobook, INCA TRAIL TREK,  is now available for preview. An initial preview is available here.

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MORE FALL MIGRANTS

Posted on September 20, 2016 by bilyreid

MAGNOLIA WARBLER NASHVILLE WARBLER ORANGE CROWNED WARBLER PINE WARBLER BLACK-AND-WHITE WARBLER IMMATURE BLACBURNIAN MATURE BLACKBURNIAN BLACK THROATED GREEN MALE BLACK THROATED BLUE PHILADELPHIA VIREO BLUE-HEADED VIREO RED-EYED VIREO      

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FALL MIGRATION

Posted on September 12, 2016 by bilyreid

A limited selection of some of the participants in this year’s reverse migration. Enjoy! IMMATURE BLACK-THROATED GREEN WARBLER TENNESSEE WARBLER BAY-BREASTED WARBLER BLACKBURNIAN WARBLER ORCHARD ORIOLE NORTHERN PARULA CHESTNUT-SIDED WARBLER IMMATURE NASHVILLE WARBLER RED-EYED VIREO PHILADELPHIA VIREO BLUE-HEADED VIREO MALE … Continue reading →

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THE KISS

Posted on September 11, 2016 by bilyreid

Greta Zimmer Friedman has died at the age of 92.  She was the subject in perhaps one of the most iconic photos of the last century. THE KISS Statue of the “Kiss” in Sarasota, Florida.  

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