Are You The Cameraman?: October 2026

About this blog title

I cannot tell you how many times I have shown up at events with a couple of cameras around my neck, a gadget bag full of odds & ends and a lighting kit and have been asked that question. If it happened once every few years, that would be one thing. But it happens a LOT. It's like getting pulled over by the police and he's standing there with uniform, gun, flashing lights and asking him "Are you a cop?" I would love to come back with a witty reply, such as "No, I am Jesus. Don't you recognize my beard?" However, I cannot be that rude.

Thursday, October 29, 2026

Brake Pads Replaced on 2019 Kia Sorento

Was beautiful day today in Chaumont, N.Y. with sunny sky and 60+ degrees. It was nice for changing the front brake pads on our 2019 Kia Sorento. I started about noon and was finished, tools put away and cleaned up by 2:00. For the past 3 weeks we have had intermittent squealing coming from the brakes. I'm pretty sure from the front. We will find out after driving it awhile.

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Bintz, Kilroy Was Here, A Visual Feast

Kilroy Was Here

It's always interesting to visit my artist friend Tom Bintz, aka Captain Honk. His Lake Ontario cottage on Pillar Point, NY, is like an ongoing, living assemblage. He has an eclectic collection of knick knacks, memorabilia, and odds and ends. To me his place is a visual cornucopia. A feast for my photographic eyes. I dropped in on him this past Sunday, (October 25th). This little piece depicting a pregnant woman caught my eye. It's tiny. I don't think I ever noticed it before.

Saturday, October 24, 2026

First Place Photo Award in NCAC Fall Art Show

My photo titled Below Zero Morning garnered first place in photography in the North Country Arts Council's 78th Fall Art Show opening at the Jefferson County Historical Society in the Paddock Mansion, Watertown, NY. Friday October 23, 2026. The photo is view of my neighbor's house at sunrise, winter 2026. Following are some photos I snapped at the show opening. It was a good turnout and lots of first rate artwork.