Category Archives: TOURING

PEARL HARBOR ANNIVERSARY

Posted on December 7, 2016 by bilyreid

Today is the 75th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack. One of the signal events of World War II if not the last century. The following images were taken several years ago and are a token tribute to my cousin, … Continue reading →

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CARIBBEAN BIRDS

Posted on December 4, 2016 by bilyreid

A recent trip to the Caribbean allowed me the chance to put my new travel sized three hundred mm f4 lens to the test. Although not as versatile and fast as the f2.8, with patience some decent shots can be obtained. … Continue reading →

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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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PERUVIAN HUMMERS

Posted on September 2, 2016 by bilyreid

A few pictures of some Peruvian hummingbirds that I was fortunate enough to spot on my recent hike through the Andes. GIANT HUMMINGBIRD SPARKLING VIOLATEAR GREEN-TAILED TRAINBEARER  

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MACHU PICCHU RUINS

Posted on August 19, 2016 by bilyreid

 More images from my recent trip. MACHU PICCHU RUINS  

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