enjoy the beach… if you can

January 13, 2022January 13, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Fernandina Beach has allowed driving on the beach for decades but with restrictions. Many locals who are familiar with the rules know what they can and can’t do while driving on the beach. Because we’re a beach town and because we get our fair share of tourists, the city has gone above and beyond with signage and barriers.

Camera and Lens – Canon EOS R with Canon EF 24-105mm f3.5-5.6 IS STM zoom lens.

Thanks for stopping by! – Chris

Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by and, while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan

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Save the Clock Tower!

January 12, 2022January 12, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

No, not that one. The tower in our little ‘city’ is doing just fine. Erected in 1891 it’s part of the Old Nassau County Courthouse. Here’s just the uppermost part of this beautiful tower (with Christmas lights still attached).

Old Nassau County Courthouse, Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Florida

Camera – Canon EOS R

Thanks for stopping by!- Chris

(almost) wordless wednesday

January 12, 2022January 12, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Thanks for stopping by and have a fantastic day! – Chris

Camera and Lens – Canon EOS R with Canon EF 24-105mm f3.5-5.6 IS STM zoom lens.

It’s always Christmas

January 11, 2022January 11, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Camera and lens – Canon EOS R with Canon EF 24-105mm f3.5-5.6 IS STM zoom lens.

a sky full of mermaids

January 11, 2022January 11, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Always been one of my favorite subjects when testing new camera gear and lenses.

Camera and Lens – Canon EOS R with Canon EF 24-105mm f3.5-5.6 IS STM zoom lens. Shot at 43mm f8 1/125 ISO 100

Thanks for stopping by! – Chris

Canon pictures Fujifilm

January 10, 2022January 10, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

The first image taken with my new Canon RF 50mm f1.8 STM lens at closest focus. The lens is super lightweight and at f3.2 in the picture above quite pleasing. My Canon EOS R was set at full auto and there’s no post-production of the image. It’s just a bit underexposed.

Thanks for stopping by! – Chris

Happy SUNday!

January 9, 2022January 9, 2022Chris and Carol 2 Comments

Feeling froggy!

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful day! – Chris

1909 VDB Lincoln Cent

January 8, 2022January 8, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Lincoln never looked so good. At 113 years old this coin has aged very well and has toned beautifully. It’s in uncirculated condition and I’d say that I’ve owned it for some thirty years or so. The coin was minted at the Philadelphia Mint in 1909 (obviously) and the designer’s initials are on the reverse bottom center of the coin – V.D.B. is Victor D. Brenner. The coin was issued on the occasion of President Lincoln’s 100th birthday. The initials caused quite a stir at the time with many feeling they were too prominent on a US coin. They were quickly removed that same year but not until about 27 million were issued from the Philly mint. The initials reappeared in 1918 but were moved to the obverse just under Lincoln’s bust and are hard to see with the naked eye. Now you know. Thanks for stopping by! – Chris

copper rain chain

January 7, 2022January 7, 2022Chris and Carol 2 Comments

I’ve actually had this rain chain for a while and just now finished installing it. I can’t wait to see how it ages in our near-coastal environment.

Camera and Lens – Canon EOS R and Canon RF 50mm f1.8 STM ‘nifty fifty’.

Thanks for stopping by and have a great weekend! – Chris

Friday Fotos! – Dual CS 721

January 7, 2022January 7, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Made in Germany in the mid-1970s, it was considered to be one of the best turntables for the money at that time.

I purchased mine in 1977 at the Yokosuka Navy Exchange while stationed in Japan. I’ve used it for years but now it’s time to pass it along. I’ll have it in my Etsy shop soon.

As always, thanks for stopping by! – Chris

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enjoy the beach… if you can

Save the Clock Tower!

(almost) wordless wednesday

It’s always Christmas

a sky full of mermaids

Canon pictures Fujifilm

Happy SUNday!

1909 VDB Lincoln Cent

copper rain chain

Friday Fotos! – Dual CS 721