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Nadjah Nicole : New Voice of Soul

2012-02-01T19:28:00.002-05:00

Miss Nadjah Nicole was once again the featured act for the evening at a Gable Music Venture Productions

in Wilmington Delaware this past weekend at Film Bros. Co-op.

Mrs Noelle Picara opened with her band pictured above! Click on pics to see the larger versions

After Noelle's jammin set, Miss Nadjah took center stage , backed by her band , a JAT WORLD

entertainment production!

After the show , Nadjah graciously thanked her sold out performance crowd, and even signed a few autographs afterwards....

We look more from Nadjah for this upcoming 2012 year. And be sure to download her very own Nadjah Nicole app avail on Android Market .... as well as check out her tunes on ReverbNation (also links in the right hand column of this Blog if you're online reading this)

HU THIZ Band #Philly

2011-10-29T21:01:00.000-04:00

UrbanPerspectiV Photography was in the house for a LIVE .. HU THIZ Band Philly performance
(click on the pic for a larger view)
Be sure to peep their FACEBOOK for concert info
Great Band!

#OccupyPhilly : THIS is what Democracy Looks Like

2011-10-17T18:41:00.000-04:00

This is spontaneous vid footage from my handy G2 #Droid.
I went down to #OccupyPhilly on 10/15/11 .. the day of GLOBAL marches. I really had no intention of shooting anything, mainly due to limited battery life "filming"

But I got caught up in it :) I originally streamed this live to my U-stream "channel" as the march was happening.
Came home & saw the footage... Definately a raw street type feel to it.. and this is what I was going for.
You'll have to sit thru a 14 sec commercial ... then I recommend you fast forward to 2:50 . This is where the video "catches up" to the sound (I was shootin "live" "broadcasting" to my channel, so there's the bandwidth issues, lag time, frames per second deal #TechissueMeaCulpa LOL
The pic may "stick" at one or two more points in the beginnin.. but give it a cpl seconds to catch up ...

My tribute BLOG to the MoveMent #OccupyPHILLY

#OccupyPhilly

2011-10-10T18:58:00.001-04:00

@UrbanPerspectiv Photography on the scene at #OccupyPhilly

Powerful messages in Colored Graffiti Chalk on 'any' concrete surface...... Billboards throughout...
Effigy...

... but all peacefully..
Clik pics for FULL resolution

I shot some vid as well :

In this first one is "General Assembly" call

The second one is street performers :

#UrbanPerspectiV Photography

Model Shoot UrbanPerspectiV Photography #Philly

2011-07-19T19:38:00.003-04:00

UrBanPerspectiV BLOG ... Proud Host of #Philly Models Erica & Danielle

We shot out along a joggin path in the Chestnut Hill section of Philly that day.

I met 'em "awhile back" on a Calendar model shoot....

clik on em to see 'em Larger

A BIG THANK YOU!!!! ... & Def look forward to our next shoot!

June PhotosHooT BLOG

2011-06-08T11:47:00.004-04:00

This past weekend I was on hand for the GRAND OPENING of (Pa) STATE REP : Maria P. Donatucci's satellite office in Darby, Pa.

I asked her for a photo, which she EAGERLY obliged... She asked that I "photoshop" her to make her look her best LOL! This shot is literally straight from the memory card with the exception of the border & watermark. ... No PhotoShop needed Mrs Donatucci ;)

You can click on ALL images to view OPTIMIZED for your monitor

One of my niece's pulled me aside & asked to follow her outside for "special gift" for her sister who recently graduated high school.

After all was said n done with....
her sister (in the foreground ...bottom pic)

Gives a #Hi5Friend per Power99fm's "SHAMARA"

Congrats again Aaron!!

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Prom Shoot 2011

2011-05-27T19:33:00.002-04:00

Another PROM Season has just about wrapped up .

At last evening's prom shoot , #Phillys own (MUA) Make Up Artist "Razel"

contributed her skills & talent to make this young lady look her best.

(you can clik on the images to see them larger)

MOM sends her daughter off to the PROM with a farewell Kiss....

UrbanperspectiV Photography was honored to be a part of this memorable evening.
Graduation & Wedding Season are right around the corner...... I can tailor an affordable photo package
for your needs.
Thank You!

#Philly Prom Parazzi #PromShoot 2011

2011-05-21T09:10:00.001-04:00

I ran a Prom Parazzi Special on my Facebook Page , albeit a little late in the season. BUT... a "few" people contacted me & took advantage of the "Prom Parazzi Package" I was runnin.
This was the first couple (whose parents took advantage of this offer)
You can clik on the pictures to see FULL SIZE versions
I have a couple more Photo Specials I'll be running throughout the summer. This will include spontaneous weekend "package" deal offers INCLD weddings . First come first served.
Be sure to follow either my FACEBOOK FANpage or "Friend"/msg me on my personal FACEBOOK to stay on top of my specials
If you're in the Philly area (includes parts of S. Jersey & northern Delaware (Wilmington , Newark) be sure to contact me for
your Photography needs at UrBanPerspectiV Photography . My services are VERY AFFORDABLE
Thank You

#UrBanPerspectiV Presents #Philly #Delaware's own Nadjah Nicole

2011-02-09T21:23:00.003-05:00

PHilly's own Nadjah Nicole BringiN it
in the 2011!!

She's DEFINATELY STepped Her
Game up since I last Blogged About
her back in 2009! GO NADJ !!!

Check out all her TRAX & VIDEOS

on her Hot new REVERBNATION
Site.

I had a chance to Photoshoot her on a
few occasions. Here are a few of them. As always you can click on the pics to see
FULL SIZE versions .

Photography courtesy : UrBanPerSPECtiV PhoToGraphY

#UrBanPerspectiV #Photography

2010-12-22T19:24:00.004-05:00

UrBanPerspectiV Photography

Capturing memories one CLICK at a
time . I will update this post with some of my personal faves from gigs I've shot.
You can also click on the image to see FULL SIZE view.

Be Sure to Subscribe to see the latest!

2011 HOUSE MIX heard on SoundCloud
410deep by Sundae

Blue Skies

2010-11-06T10:23:00.000-04:00

BLUE SKIES !!!

Shot that top image down in Atlantic City this past summer. Check out the Desktop screensize by clicking
on it.

Fave Band Jamiroquai just dropped a new CD "Rock Dust Light Star" ... single "Blue Skies"

Go cop that new CD!

384 Moons AGO : OMNI mag debuts

2010-10-31T02:43:00.006-04:00

Basing "Moon #384" on a "new" moon every 30days or once
a month ... 12 of them a yr... u figure out the rest ;)

Doing some house cleaning, and found this Collector's edition
(very first issue) of OMNI magazine

It's Fall , except its October 1978.......

Some "new" magazine called "OMNI" has just debut

Thumbing thru , I ran across this ad for a camera that
"AutoFocus" itself .. Yes, it EVEN SETS THE FOCUS
ITSELF !!!

...... 384 Moons AGO..........

Please clik on the images to see these in full screen detail

Hiphop/rnb/dancehall Djmissy by djmissy

#UrbanPerspectivObservatory : Selene

2010-10-23T10:13:00.005-04:00

I've always had a fascination with that "thing" LOL! So whenever the conditions are right for shooting ... I will.
There's an actual science dedicated to the study of the moon "Lunar Science" called Selenology (u can clik link for Wiki def)
I shot this around 4AM EST "south" of Philly . Last month I noticed a full moon (they occur every 28-30 days) beamin thru my window one early morning. There are slats missing from the venetian blinds towards
the top of the window, so this provides me an UNPRECEDENTED view of the night sky. And thus the Twitter #UrbanperspectivObservatory "tag" was born. You can clik that tag for up to the minute Observatory updates :)
Anyways, there's only a certain timeframe to shoot from my "angle" . Remember, everything's in motion, including the rotating Earth, as well as the moon itself in it's own orbit around the EARTH .
Trying to shoot this is nearly impossible & takes patience, including tripod n "manual" focus . This is one out of a series of 47 shots that was the keeper (for me )
Also opened the window for the cleanest shot possible. If I remember, I think I had a polarized filter on this shot Togs clik here for EXIF info
Be sure to view it larger by clicking on the picture above .
Be sure to enjoy this SoundCloud mixx while Blog Browsing ..
Dirty live from silk city 24:10:10 by Sundae

The Gimmick

2010-10-04T00:03:00.015-04:00

Everybody's Got a Gimmick

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month , I will flash my LOGO "pink"

....The Subliminal adVErtisiNG And promotion tooL... ..a SocialMedia Networking Project

Contract my advertising and promotion services for your business, brand, website ... thru TWITTER ADvertising

HaNG LoOse #Bodhisattva

2010-09-04T16:31:00.001-04:00

Endless Summer scenes on the heels of EARL :

Waves kicked up a few extra feet, making it an ideal place to SurF!

Did some shootin down on the Atlantic City Beach ......

You can clik on the images to view them Larger Too!

Sundae BNE..Anna Sonnenburg 2010-08-29 by Sundae

HANG LOOSE !!! #Bodhisattva

Summer Soltace 2010 : MOD, Hip, Cooool

2010-08-04T22:49:00.001-04:00

Share Photographs featuring will.i.am (Chew Fu 35mm Fix) by Rihanna
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.... Summer 2010
New Journeys are undertaken .....

.MOD....HIP........Coooooool...........

click on pics to see larger

These are some sample pics from gigs so far this year

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creating memories.... along your journey
one click at a time

American Cancer Society Bike a Thon : Philadelphia

2010-07-11T09:36:00.002-04:00

Woke up early this morning and upon learning of the 38th Annual American Cancer Society Bike a Thon about to happen in Philly, I immediately grabbed the Canon & hurried down there to see this for myself!
Keep in mind this was at 6:00 AM. when I found out about this event on the local news , and less than a half hr before the event started They shut down the Ben Franklin Bridge which connects Philadelphia with New Jersey. I knew traffic would be light at that time of the morning, so I jumped on I-95N coming up
from Delaware County.
As I got into the area, I saw thousands upon thousands of bikes..... all there to support this cause. They were still lining up awaiting to begin the trek over the bridge.
You may click on the images to see them LARGER.

I'm glad I made that spontaneous trip down there, and hope my pics can in some way bring awareness to this cause

SUBSCRIBE in your RSS / GOOGLE / YaHoo Readers for updates as they become avail.

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Limited Psychedelic Edition

2010-07-10T10:08:00.001-04:00

This BLOG wrote itself . I spotted
that first image on a street in Olde City Philadelphia., and the rest was History

You might appreciate it more if you clik
on the images for some sort of psychedelic tale of a "Tog" named Rhett

Share Disturbia by Rihanna<<==Clik to Hear

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Summer Breeze

2010-07-08T20:57:00.019-04:00

Hot enuff for ya? Share Summer Breeze by The Isley Brothers <<==click the button to listen. Don't have RP, consider downloading for FREE.

Went over to the Art Museum in Philadelphia and surrounding areas the day after the July 4 Welcome America activities.

Consider this some "trashy" STEAMY blog .... being "read" poolside ...on some laptop

....of course mine would start off in THIS way :) You may click on the images to View them LARGER :)

In this shot above..... I was on a landing on the museum step.

Once your eyes settle down a little (LOL) in the large version, you'll see the back of the stage (in pan motion) where the Roots & Google Dolls performed .

Schuylkill River Falls....... BREATHTAKING view see those fisherman in the background. Imagine the view THEY HAD!! rhapid=6744179&type=playlist&title=Playlist&from=real

I love the image below. Some photogs would argue a tighter crop.... but they're NOT me!
NOW you see the ENORMITY of the ugly situation at hand ... oh and the "kicker" this was shot from approx 20 feet above .

Transittion :

2010-07-03T08:46:00.007-04:00

Share Never Gonna Break Up by Ryan Leslie

.... suddenly without warning..............

.....some vision about an undergrnD Pulp fiction type Comix Book .......of Photographs .
Why not SUBSCRIBE in your RSS/GooGLE/YahOO reader today!!

...VoL #1 Transition

New "LOOK" & FEEL . .

A couple yrs back I remembered a shot in a club setting. It wasn't total pitch black, but a cherry KOOL AID like light ambiance filled the room. Snapped the above image Click on it to see
the FULL SCREEN Version :)
The original image came out SEVERELY UNDEREXPOSED . I saw the rawness in it & knew one day I would enhance it

Flash (no pun) forward 2 yrs later....

This BLOG (post) is the official NOD to #HIGO the new CD from PHilly's Own "The RooTs"

clik to hear

Share Doin' It Again (Explicit) by The Roots

For better control of this new vision , I'm only affiliating with one or 2 advertisers. Currently I've integrated RealPlayer with the BLOG
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U Get IT..........

Zen STATE of Mind

2010-06-29T07:12:00.000-04:00

"..... Each moment in this world has its distinct existence and then is gone forever.....
Each sound and each silence is an opportunity for ENLIGHTENMENT"

Shot the above image in the Olde City District of Philadelphia. I was across the street when this "gem" called out to me.
Be sure to click on it to see the FULL size

My Blogs take time to produce, since everything is done from "scratch" which in my case includes the photography . I welcome you to either SUBSCRIBE to my RSS FEED , or visit previous entries .

Stay tuned.....,,
HoTT! neW Mix from Philly's Own "SunDaE crew" ....
Sundae BNE Mr.Sparkles 2010-06-27 by Sundae

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Welcome America !

2010-06-27T15:00:00.005-04:00

Welcome America to where it began. 234years ago ... ...

My journey this day took me through the "Historic" Part of Philadelphia. Also known as
Olde City Philadelphia.

In light of the Welcome America festivities that kicked off yesterday, I wanted to see how we Welcome America To our City.

.... My pics serve as another set of eyes of things u might miss, weaving in and out of tiny cobblestoned streets... and horse drawn carriages..

I shot the above image from a lower platform on Penn's Landing.
( click on them to view them SCREENSAVED Size for maximum effect)

Please bookmark or subscribe to this BLOG RSS feed . I will be updating this BLOG Post with plenty more provocative images as well as other media (These things take time to produce & edit to "get it 1/2 right LOL)

Is It Real Love - Ryan Leslie <<== clik BuTTON to hear it! I switched up gear at this point & put on this new Ryan Leslie Trax
I had been listening NONSTOP to #HIGO : How I GOT OVER the hot new CD by Philly's own THE ROOTS, & you can Peep that video on my Blog here as well.

If you become a Fan on my FaceBook or Follow ME on TWITTER you can know instantly when I update this BLOG .

This is the ONLY known shot of the LiBerty Bell in THE WORLD taken at this angle. I took it from "the opposite side" which was outside more than 300 feet away. The reflection in the glass is INDENDENCE HALL where the CONSTITUTION was signed. Everything just naturally blends in... sort of like looking at the bell from it's past history to its present day attraction .... shot my way of course......

By the Way... You can also Download that REALPlayer SP for FREE!! That's how I was able to share that song earlier. U can do ALOT of stuff with it & sync it up to just about any device

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Riders On the STorm

2010-06-26T11:17:00.004-04:00

Share Riders On The Storm [New Stereo Mix] (Advanced Resolution) by The Doors <<== clik that button to hear Riders On the Storm : The Doors

Damaging rainstorms & gusty winds wrecked havoc the other nite in the Philly Metro County.
Power was out for up to 24hrs in some areas.
Nevertheless was driving home and saw something unusual On The OTHER side out the corner of my eye.
phoTOG eye or #Tog as they say on Twitter .
I doubled back with Canon in tow.......... These are the images I captured over there of Storm Damage
As always I prefer you view my images FULL Size first, so just clik on each to see full screen
I was tired last nite having been up since the wee dark hours of the prior day... almost 24hrs.

Then it happened.... my eyes started playing tricks on me. The above image was one such example . View that one when you're tired & your brain isn't quite sure how to make sense of things.

The above image is what captured my eye at 35mph on the OTHER SIDE .
A proverbial Rest in "Piece"

Glad I snapped this one (no pun intended) You can see how HUGE that tree once was.
Winds are a powerful force aren't they?

The above image ..... I called "Oddball" :) How could I not ?

Eden Cemetery by of Delaware County, Pa. The nation's OLDEST African American Cemetery
(surrounded by an iron gate & "curtain" of trees by the way ...#justsayin if U linked over from my FB page)

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Philly Diva Socialites May 2010

2010-05-24T16:09:00.002-04:00

Wanted to publically THANK the Philly Diva Socialite group for the opportunity to photog their 5 yr Anniversary Luncheon

Click on the images above to see the larger versions (the ladies pictured are the main organizers, there were more than 50 in attendance that day)

Congratulations Divas ...... and Happy Anniversary!!

Photography : Courtesy UrBanPerspectiV Photography

Lost in the City

2010-05-09T03:56:00.005-04:00

Lost in the City
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I took this shot back in May 2009.
view it larger : VIEW ON BLACK

Since then I've made friends with photogs from all over the globe

This shot from my Switzerland friend "Juan Carlos Hernandez" http://bit.ly/boCpz4 inspired me to revisit my own "Lost in the City" shot

.... disturbing ?? All out of focus?!? Motion blur ...Harsh OVERExpoSED LIght vs shadow ............... I call it "Art" :)

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Ladybugs n Daisies

2010-05-09T03:37:00.002-04:00

Ladybugs n Daisies
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Is Life Passin U By ?

View this image on black here:

VIEW ON BLACK

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May 2010 Promo Spot

2010-04-29T22:55:00.014-04:00

It's Heatin UP!!!!

Contact me ... TODAY!!! :

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Lamborghini Print now Avail

2010-04-24T04:07:00.004-04:00

Letting all my fans know this image is NOW available as an 18x24 poster print.

Shot this last year in the Rittenhouse Square area of Philadelphia . Not often you see a Lamborghini

street parked in Philly.

I'm working with a couple different photo labs now to make some of my photos available to YOU as high quality prints.

Bookmark or Follow this Blog for more information coming at a later date

How's THAT for some PIPE!

2010-04-07T19:27:00.004-04:00

Put THAT in your pipe & smoke it!
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Last year, I attempted to capture the magnificence of this pipe organ. The mea culpa .... I was still acquiring photog equipment on a tight budget, so I had to shoot with what I had at the time. (will provide link to that image (I'm not ashamed of that image :)

Well, flash forward a year later. Upgraded photog gear, as well as experience .

This is the sanctuary of Mt. Tabor AME church in Philadelphia, Pa. Rev. Martha Lang Pastor

For photo purposes, the place is poorly lit . Recently copped a sturdy "used" tripod, and shutter release cable. Took about 5 "BULB" exposures, the longest one being 20 sec. This image here is appox 5 sec bulb exposure. In plain talk.... I "held" the shutter button for 20secs before letting go.

View this image on Black here : " VIEW ON BLACK "

Beautiful isn't it?!

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Grace

2010-04-07T19:12:00.013-04:00

Grace
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Shot the following image on Easter Sunday 2010

Evidently there 's a skate troupe that meets up along this section of Kelly drive in Philadelphia. Near the Philadelphia Art Museum.

The music was provided by
SunDaePhiladelphia . "Real" House
spun mixes

To get the full effect of the vibe that afternoon. Listen to this random mix I selected from a SundDaePhiladelphia mix along with an embedded slideshow from that afternoon's shoot

Now feat Astrid Suryanto-King Britt320 by Sundae

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Sofa n Donuts

2010-03-24T18:39:00.001-04:00

Spring is definately in the air, which means I'll probably be out n about shootin more.

I guess this also means Spring Cleaning for others as well , as evident in the photo I snapped above this afternoon

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Promotional Flyers / ScreenSaves

2010-03-13T18:42:00.001-05:00

A Thank YOU to all my FANS & supporters!

These are some promo "Flyers" I've been working on. If you follow me on Twitter or FaceBook you'll see me tweet 'em out throughout the day.

I've put em in one easy place for you to look at now .... This BLOG :) So be sure to bookmark this link or SHARE ...and of course if you click on the pics... you will see the FULL SIZES of each screensave

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Space1026.com

2010-03-06T10:09:00.009-05:00

Space1026.com
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

... walking along Arch Street and spotted this on a pole. I've always admired art , whether visual , printed, or whatever medium is used to express oneself creatively

VIEW ON BLACK (click it to see larger)

...tell em you found out about them here

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Zen

2010-03-06T09:14:00.009-05:00

Zen
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

......." People are scared to empty their minds fearing that they will be engulfed by the void. What they don’t realize is that their own mind IS the void. " -- Huang Po

VIEW ON BLACK (click to see it)

Shot this at the Philadelphia Flower Show

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They some BIG shoes to Fill my Friend

2010-03-04T19:34:00.007-05:00

They some BIG shoes to Fill my Friend
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

....Earlier that day a "chick" was runnin amok asking if anybody
had seen her shoes.

...I began to put two and two together as I snapped this image at the Philadelphia Flower Show

VIEW ON BLACK (click to see larger)

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Throwback Americana : Studebaker

2010-03-02T11:36:00.004-05:00

Throwback Americana : Studebaker
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I knew this was an old car, but didn't realize the long history behind this
motor company

VIEW ON BLACK (click to see larger)

I shot last year in Glenside, Pa. annual 4th of July parade.

Studebaker ( I say it stew-de-baker)
OFFICIAL WEBSITE

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Camouflage

2010-02-27T09:37:00.004-05:00

Camouflage
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

... (as defined by Wikipedia) is a method of crypsis – avoidance of observation – that allows an otherwise visible organism or object to remain indiscernible from the surrounding environment through deception.

VIEW ON BLACK (clik to see it larger)

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"Paws" For a Cause

2010-02-21T20:16:00.003-05:00

"Paws" For a Cause
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Shot this at the Philly Zoo.

VIEW ON BLACK
(click to see larger)

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There's Something in The Pond

2010-02-21T11:40:00.002-05:00

There's Something in The Pond
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

That nagging feeling that what you see sometimes is only the tip of the
iceberg.

VIEW ON BLACK (click it to see it larger)

Shot at the Philadelphia zoo

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Path to Salvation

2010-02-21T10:48:00.002-05:00

Pathway to Salvation
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Test post. I did shoot this though last month .

You can VIEW ON BLACK (click to see it larger)

Chess Jams

2010-02-14T19:10:00.010-05:00

Online Chess With a NEW ATTITUDE !!!!
Enjoy Chess?

Unlike the shot below (which is of my own chess board) .... or playing online with cheesy graphics
I recently discovered the CHESSJAMS.com app. It's not often you see "Chess" advertised on a Facebook ad, so I took a gamble and gave it a try ;)

It's a FREE online app to download, built on the Adobe Air platform . Quick easy install and overall easy to navigate, once you figure out how things work
over there.

You have the choice of 3-D graphics or can toggle between the more traditional flat pieces (2-D view) The sound EFX make CHESS JAM Rock!! Snare drum snaps for certain pieces, dramatic "oh no" kinda horn effect when the king is checked.... and just all sorts or innovative , cool little things going on over there

There's also Sunday Survivor Tournament play as well as regular timed Tournament rounds scheduled every 2 hours or so throughout the day . Can u beat a BOT? You can play them as well and Facebook integration (for a screenshot of your winning or losing frame .... ...there's no malware or spyware bundled in with this download. Nice!! You can also Tweet the ending result... with a link to the game that was played & play it back. Cool!

ChessJam is constantly improving upon this app and it will be automatically updated with the newest features. Check out their ChessJam BLOG for all the newest features

I already find myself playing more "LIVE" online chess lately since downloading ChessJam

You know "we" chess players are a unique breed, so I'd highly recommend you download this app. for hours of enjoyment. And if you do download it ..... you can add me as a buddy "UrbanPerspectiV"

Look forward to playing you soon!!!!!

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Marooned

2010-02-14T06:33:00.003-05:00

Marooned
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

"To abandon or isolate with little hope of ready rescue or escape"

VIEW ON BLACK (click to see it larger)

Shot during the first "wave" (so to speak) of the Blizzard of 2010 Darby Boro, Pa

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Spin Control

2010-02-12T19:52:00.004-05:00

Spin Control
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Ever been in a situation that got out of control?

VIEW ON BLACK (clik to see larger)

So now what are you going to do about it?! I read a quote from meditation specialist Michele Meiche that went :

"As soon as you observe something,.... you insert yourself into the equation."

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One Shovel Full at a Time

2010-02-11T13:32:00.002-05:00

One Shovel Full at a Time
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I shot this a few hours ago, the day AFTER a major NorEaster Blizzard slammed the Northeastern seaboard of the US.... including Philadelphia

VIEW ON BLACK (click it to see it larger)

.....They say a long journey commences with the first step.... One Shovel Full at a Time....... grasshoppa

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Perfect Evening

2010-02-09T21:15:00.008-05:00

Perfect Evening
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

In a rare move , today I purchased

SADE's "Soldier of Love" CD which dropped after a 10 yr hiatus from this iconic songbird.

The CD is 10 Solid Tracks strong, with the current self titled single "Soldier of Love" getting regular radio airplay .

I personally like how she kicks off the CD with the ethereal sounds of "The Moon and the Sky" , then interlaces the rest of the CD with sultry and poignant grooves that we've come to Luv SADE for

She has several TV appearances in the upcoming week, and the best advice would be to follow the her official website link below to keep up with her activities. How exciting, the thought of her touring in the near future to promote her new CD. Hope she comes to a city near you!
Official SADE WebSite.

I shot the accompanying image as I was listening to it ......click

VIEW ON BLACK to view it larger

...... Perfect Evening

...thumbs up here baby

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"Cyn-ical"

2010-02-06T14:59:00.002-05:00

"Cyn-ical"
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Just back from the frozen tundra .

Snapped this shot from a street corner

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Diva

2010-02-06T09:52:00.005-05:00

Diva
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Pic speaks for itself!

Shot this on a recent photoshoot of a socialite affair.
Said Diva was more than eager to pose for this shot, when
I told her she would be seen INTERNATIONALLY just
from being featured on my Blog.

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Gettin My Mojo

2010-02-06T06:18:00.003-05:00

Gettin My Mojo
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

All this darn snow in the Philly region and NorthEastern seaboard at the moment.

Thought I'd "dig in" so to speak in my portfolio & think of warmer times .

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Shot this one steamy hot & hazy summer afternoon on the Atlantic City Beach. Fog rolled in outta nowhere as I was shootin......... "Gettin My Mojo" :)

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Ruby

2010-02-06T05:08:00.016-05:00

I had the honor of photoshooting 9 time published author Niama Leslie Williams, Ph.D.
and her companion , 4 time author himself Rev. Joseph W. Massey.

Dr. "Ni" as she's affectionately called and Rev. Massey have just collaborated on their new memoir "Ruby". It is an exchange of poems, letters and essays between Rev. Massey and Dr "Ni".

They chose this photo from that day's shoot to grace the cover of their new memoir Click on the picture for the larger version , then have her autograph it at her next book signing :)

To purchase "Ruby" or find out more about Dr. Ni just clik red Ruby links throughout this Blog post

or visit her main website

"Blowing Up Barriers Enterprises" just click it

To really appreciate Dr. Ni's prose/poetry ...you've GOT TO LISTEN to her as she reads excerpts from her memoirs. It is truly a listening experience in the neo soul spoken word . There are plenty of archived shows of Dr. Ni , and can be heard on her internet BLOG TALK RADIO show "Poetry , Prose & ANYTHING Goes with Dr. Ni."

ThanK You Dr. Ni & Rev. Massey for ALL your support in my photog endeavors.

It is with gratitude I wish YOU.... ALL THE BEST with the release of this newly published Memoir as well as Blowing Up Barriers Enterprises and your tireless work for the community

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Bump In the Middle of the Night

2010-02-06T04:26:00.002-05:00

Bump In the Middle of the Night
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Ever Wander What goes BUMP in the middle of the night?

I shot this around 3AM in Darby Boro , Pa druing the middle of this blizzard

Was in my office and heard "commotion" out front.

Grabbed Canon and went to investigate........

View On Black (click)

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SADE's new CD ...countdown

2010-02-05T21:25:00.002-05:00

ONLY 4 Days Left .........til the Feb 09 release of SADE's Brand new CD : Soldier of Love

Peep SADE's OFFICIAL Website for sneek peeks & upcoming exciting news

... Welcome Back Baby

Got Flock?

2010-02-05T20:25:00.009-05:00

Got Flock?!

It's the Hot new Social Media Browser that's taking off ! See the article for yo'self http://www.flock.com/node/99621

I've personally used the Flock Social media web browser from it's infancy ..to Present which is more than 1year + ... and have NOT looked back

To that OTHER ...lame, boring, think they own the INTERNET monopoly browser I say.... Get the Flock outta here!

Be Sure to Download it NOW!!! (clik the I Flock button above)

Flock Browser - The Social Web Browser

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APPROVED & ENDORSED!

UrbanPerspectiV : New Focus Media

2010-02-05T18:57:00.002-05:00

4333463140_b49268ea9d_o
Originally uploaded by BADDOGG2010

Jump starting my new Vizion for this Blog! :)

It will still focus on photography (primarily

mine LOL) BUT now I'll {{{ EXPAND my FOCUS }}}

on visually based media.... with my 2 cents added

primary "focus" on pop culture & urban media & all

other "ilk" LOL!

UrBanPerSpectiV ... New Focus Media

New Decade into the Milennium

2009-12-31T17:14:00.002-05:00

New Decade into the Milennium
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I bought this bottle of Korbel ...a decade ago!!!

First , (click) VIEW ON BLACK to see this larger

It was the Official Limited edition bottle of Korbel Champagne they put out at the turn of the milennium. (2000)

With all the Y2K hoopla that year, for nostalgia I decided to buy this limited edition bottle

Surprisingly I never got around to opening it......even a decade later!

I Googled Korbel, & believe this is the only known image on the internet of an UNOPENED millennium edition Korbel bottle :) Maybe I'll get around to enjoying it..... before the next millennium LOL!!

Have a safe & prosperous & Happy New Year 2010!!

Photography UrbanPerspective
..... into the next decade

Urban Legend: Snow Drifter

2009-12-21T20:34:00.003-05:00

Urban Legends ...of Drifters...
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Dec 19, 2009 .... Darby Boro, Pa.

First , view the larger version (click)
VIEW ON BLACK

..... some urban legend of a drifter in a snowstorm.....

......... UrBaNPeRSPecTIV Photography

Philly's Own "Midday Princess" Shamara

2009-12-14T18:20:00.006-05:00

Philly's Own "Midday Princess" Shamara
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

This past weekend was a rare "sunny" weekend in the Philly area.
I took advantage of this opportunity to go out & shoot.
I wrapped the day up & headed over to the PNP Family Play Center located in Lansdowne, Pa. (click on it )

Radio personality "Shamara" aka The Midday Princess heard on Power99 FM /WUSL in Philly made an appearance over there.
Since this was in my neck of the woods, & we have a rapport via Twitter , decided to head over .
First , click here VIEW ON BLACK to see the larger version of this image.

After a warm greeting & her signature " HI-5 Friend " , I somehow convinced her to let me take a picture . You know how women get when they're NOT expecting to take a pic. All self conscious about hair, makeup, etc.. But I assured her she looked fine just as she was :)

To listen to Shamara on air in Philly (she's on vacation this week (12/14) tune in middays to Power99FM (98.9FM) 10AM-2PM, or listen online (click) this link:
Shamara's Webpage

You can also listen to her via the I-Heart radio app, key in "Shamara"
Keep up with Shamara at .... Twitter @Shamara
Hi-5 Friend !!

Oh, and check out the commercial for the PNP Family Play Center (click)

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Darby Boro, Pa. "Turkey Bowl 2009"

2009-11-26T22:08:00.007-05:00

Darby Boro, Pa. "Turkey Bowl 2009"
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

What would Thanksgiving be without The Turkey Bowl.

It's an annual tradition played at "The Moose" track n field , in Darby Boro, Pa. 12:00 noon every Thanksgiving

Anybody whose anybody will come out to witness how it goes
down

It's a classic Old Headz vs Young Boyz, football game where mouth n muscle rule the field!

When u think "Turkey Bowl" , think
The Rucker !!..played in NY
'Cept things here at the Turkey Bowl get decided in dirt , knuckle sandwiches , and a few errand elbows to the grill....

Be sure to view this image larger clik VIEW ON BLACK

I hadn't been out shootin in a while, so this was the perfect way for me to get back into it . To see

more images from this grimey Football classic, check out my SLIDESHOW on flickr (just clik that link in yellow)

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....Real

Model Spotlight

2009-10-11T17:25:00.003-04:00

IMG_0197
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Showcasing up and new coming talent

I shot this back in the winter at Scruffy's Lounge, in Northeast Philly

The owner was hosting a calendar model shoot for a Bar Calendar he
wants to produce for next year.

Be sure to view a large version of this here VIEW ON BLACK

I'm always looking for aspiring models to feature on my BLOG.
And with frequent Twitter updates, any aspiring model would welcome the chance to be featured here.

Need a photog? Live in the Philly metro area ? (including parts of Delaware)

Please consider my services :)

URBAN PERSPECTIVE photography
......neo soul imagery......

The Woman Behind Khidija's Fashions

2009-10-10T18:54:00.010-04:00

The Woman Behind Khidija's Fashions
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Local Philly fashion designer "Khidija" made her "Fall Harvest" fashion line debut last weekend

The event was held at Marathon Bar & Grill in Philly, complete with "live" entertainment, & DJ after party

Be sure to check out the larger version click

VIEW ON BLACK

To see more of Khidija's creative fashions, and other images from that evening , check out my
Khidija's Fashions "The Fall Harvest SET on flickr ( you can click on it ...to link right over to it

Like some of Khidija's fashions? She informs me that she custom designs/makes outfits for PROM,
Birthdays, Parties, weddings, etc..... So be sure to contact her ASAP

Contact her direct : EMAIL : Philadelphiafashionshow@gmail.com

MYSPACE her http://www.Myspace.com/nyafashions
TWITTER: her http//www.Twitter.com/KhidijaFashions
FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/inbox/#/event.php?eid=124539068025&ref=share

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..... keepin an eye on the city

The Feline Den

2009-10-05T20:21:00.002-04:00

The Feline Den
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Shot in the latter part of the afternoon.

View this image on black VIEW ON BLACK

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Gettin My Shine!!

2009-09-26T22:13:00.003-04:00

Big Daddy Pimpin!!
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

"SKKKREEETCH!!!"

VIEW ON BLACK (click)

This izzzz ....ol' skool .......
Street shot one afternoon last fall ,
university campus ........... Philly

..... Gettin My Shine

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X-Files : Fort Mifflin

2009-09-25T20:25:00.004-04:00

X-Files : Fort Mifflin
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

You'll have to view the ORIGINAL size to see what I'm referring
to (clik on the green Original to link over to larger size in my Flickr account)
This was shot at Fort Mifflin on the Delaware in Philly. An old
Revolutionary War Fort...which has been extensively documented
for paranormal activity
My on camera flash DID fire believe it or not. I would have just tossed
this one aside for being underexposed...but then I noticed if you
look over by the picture of the canon on the wall, there is a bluish
haze that starts there, and extends past the window. You would
expect this 'hazy' effect in a smoky room, but I assure you these
rooms are smoke free and when I shot this I saw no "haze" in the room
There is no window on the opposite side of the room either for light to
get in that way either
This photo was NOT enhanced in anyway, not even light adjusted due to underexposure.
If u really scrutinize this image at 100% you will see a reflection of the haze in the glass on top of the case. This rules out "something in the camera" defect
Paranormal? Just some "weird" anamoly? Skeptical? ....why not go check this place out for yourself
and decide ;)
One thing's for sure, "light" sure does behave oddly here. You can check out a prior "unexplained"
image I shot in one of the other quarters here.

URBAN PERSPeCTIVe photography....
...we get to the bottom of things :)

The Unexplained : Fort Mifflin

2009-09-23T12:32:00.008-04:00

Unexplained : Fort Mifflin
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

This past weekend I went over to
Fort Mifflin on the Delaware (in Philadelphia)
Can't remember which room or quarters
this was in.
Anyways, I noticed the following unexplained
"light" in the middle of the room AFTER I snapped
this image. It does not appear on any pics before or
after this one, so i do not think it was some "fluke"
pertaining to the camera for 1 image.
This photo was NOT enhanced in any way, &
this is basically straight from the memory card
Fort Mifflin is the subject of many,
paranormal investigations & has been featured on
several cable channels.Please click that orange Fort Mifflin
to link over to documented cases. People travel here just for
that purpose, sort of ghost hunters if you will
I saw a wall in one of the rooms over there of pictures
that visitors have sent in of unexplained "things"
in their photos. I think this image might join
that wall. Click here for larger & ORIGINAL sized versions

URBAN PERSPECTIVe photography......
...conducting X-file investigation thru photo documentation, just for the record :)

The Liberty Bell

2009-09-19T07:32:00.004-04:00

The Liberty Bell
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

In a whole new light :)

This is probably one of Philly's most heavily toured treasured items.
So it's almost impossible to get a shot of it by itself (as a visitor).

Tried some experimenting in Photoshop and this was the result

Be Sure to click here VIEW ON BLACK to see the larger version

I included the Original shot also. You
can click directly on that shot to see it larger.

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Humans & NonRuminant

2009-09-15T20:59:00.003-04:00

Humans & NonRuminant
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I originally was gonna call this shot "Poignant Moments"

First be sure to VIEW ON BLACK to see this larger

Shot this at the Philadelphia Zoo earlier this year.
Since this was taken, said elephant(s) have now been moved to the zoo in Pittsburgh, Pa. Philly no longer has elephants at the zoo....

..... "Poignant Moments".... the slight blur of the elephant symbolically fading out of the picture

I remembered that the scientific name for elephants is "Pachyderm"
(I've already linked that word, so just click on it ) .
In part, that definition of Pachyderm says "Any of various NonRuminant mammals..."
I always got a chuckle out of that word "NonRuminant : non-room-ey-nant. LOL LOL LOL

.....Poignant Moments : Human & NonRuminant captured.......

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Time For Action

2009-09-05T08:24:00.002-04:00

Time For Action
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I shot this back in January during President' Obama's Whistle Stop Tour in Wilmiington Delaware

First, Be sure to view the larger version of this shot by

clicking VIEW ON BLACK

This shot always stuck out in my mind. He had just delivered a
historic speech, turned from the podium, 1st Lady Michelle behind hm,
then looked into the audience to see who's hand he was gonna shake.

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....historic images now included :)

Urban Vogue

2009-09-05T00:25:00.005-04:00

Urban Vogue
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

This is a 3rd or 4th incarnation of a severely underexposed shot.

Shot this at a local jazz festival in the West Oak Lane Section of Philadelphia last summer.

I REALLY was tryin to get the taller lady in frame, but the one with the sunglasses stepped into frame as I snapped .

click VIEW ON BLACK clik to see this larger

This image was severely underexposed , as u can see in the top image (click on it to see larger size)

Somthing about this image....

Can't let it go to waste......

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Get A Kiick out of this!

2009-08-23T07:12:00.005-04:00

Guest photog on calendar model shoot hosted at Scruffy's Lounge in the Northeast section of Philly.

Pool Lovers...Get A Kiick out of this!
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Be Sure to VIEW ON BLACK < to see it larger

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Let Us Pray

2009-08-23T04:08:00.003-04:00

Let Us Pray
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I shot this a couple evenings ago.

Noticed our little friend here, ran inside the house, and grabbed camera.
I was stretched out on the porch flat on my belly for this one.

Can we say Symbolism? Let Us Pray.......

Be Sure to VIEW ON BLACK

photography courtesy URBAN PERSPECTIVE

AMEN!

Moments in love

2009-08-09T19:45:00.002-04:00

Moments in love
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Wanted to get this one up on my blog since it's new and fresh.

Attended a wedding yesterday as a guest, but always have the photog eye turned "ON" LOL

This is one of several images I snapped yesterday. Since I was a guest, and not shooting in any "official" capacity, I'm sharing this image as well as any others from that day.

Please be sure to view this image in the larger size by clicking here:
VIEW ON BLACK

I 'll be uploading more pics to my flickr account as the week progresses from this wedding. Nice to shoot as a guest this time around. Not under any deadlines to get images edited.

In this shot, the bride n groom share intimate moments in love during their first dance.

We were given small bottles of soap liquid to blow bubbles as they danced. I liked how the bubbles add to the magic of the moment here.

Photography courtesy URBAN PERSPECTIVE photography

Barmaid ...on a Bike

2009-08-08T04:24:00.002-04:00

Barmaid ...on a Bike
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Downtime from photoggin allows me to sort thru the many THOUSANDS of images I've shot and go back and edit.
This was shot one eveining at Scruffy's Lounge in Northeast Philly.

The owner hosted a model party for next year's bar calendar.
She's actually a barmaid......but I think she's cute enough to pass for a model. Agree?

Be sure to see the larger version of this image click here : VIEW ON BLACK

Photograhy services courtesy : URBAN PERSPECTiVE photography

Decorum

2009-07-26T17:36:00.002-04:00

Decorum
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Haven't blogged in a minute. So thought I'd post sumthing new .

Be Sure to view the large version VIEW ON BLACK

This was shot inside the McNeil Avian Center at the Philadelphia Zoo.
This place is THEE place to be if you're a tropical bird :) Some of the world's treasured exotic birds take up residence here. And no doubt real estate in there..(trees, branches, etc..) is at a premium

I chuckled when I saw this image. Even the residents...birds in this case, display a certain DECORUM inside this multimillion dollar paradise

photography courtesy THE URBAN PERSPECTIVE
professional services handled with a certain decorum.......

Sweet Tweet from a Diva

2009-07-11T05:25:00.002-04:00

Sweet Tweet from a Diva
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

In this age of Social Networking and Web 2.0 , I still get out in the "real world" and photog.

I was asked to photog a baby shower recently.

As soon as I saw this message... A "Tweet" came to mind. If you don't Twitter, then this won't make any sense . Suggest you get on board :) Twitter

click VIEW ON BLACK now to see the large version of this pic

Look , her message is 69 characters long (a space between words counts as "1" character in the Tweet world.)

Sweet Tweet From a Diva..... now Tweeted ...

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An Imitation of Life

2009-07-04T09:55:00.003-04:00

Imitation of Life
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

A couple months ago, had a gig in the Rittenhouse Square section of downtown Philadelphia.

I've always associated that section as "artsy" in the center of a metropolis. This particular park is surrounded by swank , high class hotels and other high rise buildings

So as I was walking thru the park on the way back from the gig, I happened upon this scene.

click VIEW ON BLACK click to see the larger version now :)

I snapped a few images, and the artist came back from wherever he was and began painting again.

I introduced myself and told him all about THE URBAN PERSPECTIVE Blog, and I'd like to feature his work on there.

So now I present the work of Charles Cushing Fine Arts.
(you can clik directly on his images to see the larger versions)

To find out more about this world traveled artist, please visit his website : CHARLES CUSHING FINE ARTS from there, you can even purchase some of his fine art pieces

All photography courtesy URBAN PERSPECTIVE photography

A "Damn" Great Spot

2009-07-03T05:54:00.002-04:00

A "Damn" Great Spot
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

.... no , not for me, but if you view the ORIGINAL size of this in my Flickr account, you'll see the fisherman against the wall !! (you can click that Flickr by the way to see that particular size)

Can you imagine the overwhelming view that must be..... standing there with all the water from the falls...and the noise.

Even from my "spot".... it was a spectacular scene.

You can see a larger version by clicking VIEW ON BLACK

URBAN PERSPECTIVE photography
...spectacular vision :)

The Bird

2009-06-23T20:14:00.004-04:00

For the birds
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

:) :)

You gotta see the large version of this...do so by
clicking VIEW ON BLACK

I shot this inside t the new multimillion dollar McNeil Avian Center at the Philadelphia Zoo.

Whooooooo Knew? ROFL!!

URBAN PERSPECTIVE photography
....don't let it ruffle your feathers

Divas Legends

2009-06-20T13:39:00.002-04:00

Divas Legends
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

A Philly based socialite group asked me to photog their "Mad Hatter" anniversary.

Who was I to turn THAT down? LOL...

The event was held at a swank Rittenhouse Square Hotel in downtown Philadelphia.

All ladies were exquisite , decked out in their fashionable hats and attire. They drew the attention of quite a few patrons as well in the hotel.

>>click VIEW ON BLACK click << to see the larger version

It was my pleasure to serve their photog needs for the day.

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.....memorable images for ANY occasion

Bokeh Haze Philadelphia

2009-06-16T21:17:00.003-04:00

Bokeh Haze Philadelphia
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

What a VIEW!!!!!

I shot this from THE top step of the world renowned Philadelphia Art Museum (yes, THAT Art Museum where Rocky Balboa made his iconic stance into history)

>>click VIEW ON BLACK click << to see a larger version of this shot

It started drizzlin, and the bokeh on the car headlights .....lends it's own unique quality to the picture

URBAN PERSPECTIVE photography
.....focus in bokeh

Tropical Bird

2009-06-13T15:15:00.003-04:00

Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Not too sure of the species name with this bird.

I used my favorite "bird" lens as I've nicknamed the Canon EF 75-300mm f/4 - 5.6 lens (NON I.S. {image stabilization for non photogs})

I'm normally NOT big on flash photography. But in certain circumstances I thought this shot, as well as a few I shot inside the brand new McNeil Avian Center at the Philadelphia Zoo warranted it.

I'm also now shooting in RAW mode since Corel Paint Photo Shop Ultimate X2 FINALLY upgraded to recognize Canon Rebel XSi RAW convert formatting.
Since I started shooting RAW, it's like a whole new range of possibilities opened up. Whewwwwww.... photogs will appreciate the range in tones....

>>click VIEW ON BLACK click<< to see the large version

It's mostly natural lighting within the McNeil Avian Center, located within the Philadelphia Zoo.

If you're a bird lover...and photog... GET THERE YESTERDAY!!! :)

URBAN PERSPECTIVE photography
...on bird watch :)

...through the eye of the needle

2009-06-13T14:55:00.002-04:00

...through the eye of the needle
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

..I tell you the truth, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God. --Jesus

At Philly zoo a couple weeks back. As soon as I saw the camel ...and the loop on the saddle.... the above quote from the Bible came to mind without a second thought. The trick was "framing" this as best I could to convey that message. Keep in mind animals don't stand still for long, so after a series of shots and waiting paitiently, I settled on this shot

>>click VIEW ON BLACK click<< to see the large version

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......inspired by a Higher Power :)

Rain Brings it to Life

2009-06-05T19:54:00.002-04:00

Rain Brings it to Life
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I think the Gods must have been smilin upon me that day

I was on a casual walk around the Art Museum area in Philadelphia.

This shot is part of the George Washington Monument Statue that is across the street from the Art Museum

Sure, I liked the effect I was seein thru one eye squinting thru the viewfinder
>>click VIEW ON BLACK click<< to see the large version of this

Just by luck..... it happened to be a slight drizzle .... if you've clicked on that link above..... you'll see an interesting effect the rain has on it..

It looks like........ rain ...brings it to life :)

Photography courtesy URBAN PERSPECTIVE

An Offering

2009-06-05T18:48:00.002-04:00

An Offering
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

This was from a series of shots I took around the world reknown Art Museum in Philadelphia
I was on the Kelly Drive "side" strolling along and thought this would make for an interesting shot.
Now the statue in the forground holding up the cross is more than 150feet away from the museum.
And you can best believe the smaller statue on the roof "framed" by the larger statue arms was no accident LOL.
Took about 3 attempts to get it "right"....or at least how I pictured it in my mind.
>>click VIEW ON BLACK click<<to see the large version
The sun shining thru the clouds ...seemed symbolic of some higher power.......

.... an Offering

photography courtesy : URBAN PERSPECTIVE

Stolen.......

2009-06-03T01:25:00.002-04:00

Stolen 120 version 2
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

WOW!! Had a great day personal shootin in the Art Museum area of Philadelphia
I shot this behind an American Indian bronze statue facing the William Penn Statue that sits on top of City Hall.

PLEASE <<> VIEW ON BLACK click >> to really SEE this :)

Don't you just love the irony of this photo... (pardon the pun on the "irony" & the statue in the foreground)

...There sits William Penn ...the "settler" on top of City Hall...and our American Indian friend ...as a "reminder" ;)

*** This image soon to be available as a high quality poster print on my Etsy store ***

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Chicks and Bad Hair Days

2009-05-31T03:25:00.003-04:00

Chicks and Bad Hair Days
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Hope this won't ...ruffle your feathers!! LOL!!

I shot this at the brand new McNeil Avian Center at the Philaelphia Zoo.

>> clik VIEW ON BLACK clik << to see this larger

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Immortalized

2009-05-29T20:31:00.003-04:00

Immortalized
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Strollin the boardwalk in Atlantic City one winter afternoon, and this scene caught my eye.

Please >> click VIEW ON BLACK click << to see this larger

If I remember, this particular store is or was going out of business
and had a clearance sale..... statues included...

I didn't take home any statues.... just a memory.... "immortalized in a photo"

URBAN PERSPECTIVE photography
.......for your special moments......

Believe It..... or Not!

2009-05-29T17:41:00.002-04:00

Believe It..... or Not!
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Whenever I'm in Atlantic City, rarely without my camera in tow ;)
I always find interesting stuff to shoot
Shot this one casually strolling the Boardwalk down there.

Please >> click VIEW ON BLACK click << to see this larger

This is the outside of the Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum . One year I ventured inside ...........

URBAN PERSPECTIVE photography
.... Believe it ...or Not ! :)

Urban Sunset III

2009-05-29T00:00:00.004-04:00

Urban Sunset
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I did a slight lighting enhancement to brighten up the image a little, but the colors in the sky and all are "natural" This is how it looked in my lens when I shot it.

Happened to be in the back room of my house and looked up and saw this....

click VIEW ON BLACK click to this larger.

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Trolley Line

2009-05-28T05:56:00.004-04:00

Trolley Line
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Ha!
The obvious was stated in a prior image. "Trolley Driver View"

I took a second look at this other image I shot from the trolley ride that day................

First VIEW ON BLACK

Then it hit me..... the irony of the lines in the photo .......... (chucklin)

I snapped this image on one of the old trolley shuttles around the Philadelphia Zoo /Fairmount Park area on Girard Ave.

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Ye Olde Pump n Fountain

2009-05-27T20:28:00.002-04:00

Ye Olde Pump n Fountain
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Now let's face it.... we don't see too many of these around anymore.

But over at the Philadelphia Zoo, if you're strollin along the right path, you will happen upon this treasure ;)

Nothing beats a "warm" stream of water from an old water fountain spigot on a hot day. Even the pump in the background is "functional" or at least appeared to be.

Anyways, I wanted to keep the vintage feel of the spigot and pump, so I experimented in Photoshop and was content with this. There's still a sense of modernism witht he color I left in. I thought an all black n white or vintage sepia toned for the whole image would have been "cliche"

>>click VIEW ON BLACK click<< to see the larger version

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Pachyderm

2009-05-27T20:12:00.002-04:00

Elephant
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

.... but the masses call said mammal.... Elephant or "Mascot" :)

I shot this over the weekend on a trip to the Philadelphia Zoo.
This particular one put on a little show for the crowd that gathered.
it was hot, humid, and this one was rolling around in the murky pond keepin cool.

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Guess Who Got the Last Laugh ?

2009-05-27T08:22:00.004-04:00

Guess Who Got the Last Laugh ?
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Sort of a cynical abstract view of this place

I shot this inside the historic Eastern State Penitentiary .
Looking up as I did to the upper tier in this cellblock,
I noticed a cynicism in the way the light shines through barred windows

.... sort of a laughter at the fact that there's no escaping
here........

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Can U Hear Me Now?

2009-05-27T06:38:00.002-04:00

Can U Hear Me Now?
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Look, I gotta give credit to my fellow BLOGGER : "Bahiyah
Shabazz" for this new title

I originally called this shot "I'M ALL Ears" .... but I liked Bahiyah's comment better for the title.

I shot this at the Philadelphia Zoo. I was lookin to shoot somethin a little different for this rhinoceros shot .

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My Kinda Shot ! :)

2009-05-27T04:33:00.004-04:00

My Kinda Shot ! :)
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I have a little bit more free time being on vacation to go through my portfolio and BLOG images I just never got around to.

This was at a Calendar Model Shoot a couple months ago. I was invited to be one of the guest photogs for the evening.

Please >> click VIEW ON BLACK click << to see why this is "My Kinda Shot" (chucklin)

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I'm All Ears !!

2009-05-26T12:54:00.002-04:00

I'm All Ears !!
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Especially when it comes down to my photography aspirations.

I shot this at the Philadelphia Zoo this past weekend.

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Flew The Coop

2009-05-26T12:33:00.002-04:00

Parrot
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

For such a small bird, this parrot's got a loud mouth on him

Shot this over the weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo.

The zookeepers let him out of the cage for "flight" training.
It's amazing that he stayed within a certain perimeter, and didn't just fly the coop :)

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Darwin Theory... Gone Wild

2009-05-25T16:46:00.004-04:00

Darwin Theory... Gone Wild
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Made a spontaneous trip to the Philadelphia Zoo this past weekend.
I anticipated a new bird attraction, but it isn't set to debut to the public til later this week on 5/30/2009 The McNeil Avian Center Therefore, I will make a trip back ;)
Most fans of my photography note that I am an avid bird enthusiast , and enjoy using my favorite "bird" lens , as I so have nicknamed this lens : The Canon EF 75-300mm f/4 - 5.6 III lens to capture bird life
Anyways, I was inside the Primate house at the Philadelphia Zoo and shot this looking behind glass.
This "primate" probably has some fancy scientific name for it.... but it's still a damn monkey in my book !! ROFL!!
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Lamborghini in Philly

2009-05-18T22:11:00.005-04:00

Lamborghini in Philly
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

I was in the Rittenhouse Square area of downtown Philadelphia yesterday.
Had a photog gig at one of the swank hotels in that district.
I knew the area was photogenic , and it's ALWAYS something to shoot in that area.
I shot some interesting stuff in the park and surrounding area, and will upload those as time permits.
At this time I'd like to thank my Canon EFS 55-250mm f/4 - 5.6 I.S. lens
for this one . (chucklin)

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Philly's Own : Nadjah

2009-05-13T23:51:00.003-04:00

Philly's Own : Nadjah
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

Introducing "the world" to Nadjah.
She's already performed at THE APOLLO in Harlem, NYC. Won 1st place the first time around, and placed 3rd on her last visit.
As we know, 3rd time is the charm!! :) She'll be performing live and on stage at the Apollo theater again on Jun 24th.
For those that don't know.... The Apollo theater is where many African American RnB artists are "made" or broken.
The other day when we were on location in Philly for a photog shoot, I asked her how this felt.... to perform at the Apollo in front of a tough New York City crowd. She just casually acted like it was no big deal :)
Can u imagine... bein on that stage..... 5 boroughs of NYC residents converged in one place ready to eat you alive if you show any sign of weakness? I'm sure you've seen it on formerly televised shows.
Anyways, she's stood that challenge and continues to strive for singing excellence.
You'll be able to catch a live performance closer to home next weekend (in the Philadelphia metro area) at THE REBEL restaurant in Wilmington Delaware. Click on the link for more details... or follow her on her MySpace page at http://myspace.com/nadjahsings
She's tryin to reach the 100,000 plays mark so the major labels will even "look" at her . So just open up her MySpace in a separate window and let her bless your ears, so she'll get a full credit listen.
Don't worry, it's not the electronically processed vocals you may be accustomed to hearing :) She has a strong pure voice....and won't make "diva" excuses if you ask her to sing on the drop of a dime
Be sure to follow her on Twitter also Twitter @Nadjahsings

You can see this image larger if you click this VIEW ON BLACK link.

Like what you see? ....or hear? Get the word out and Tweet this post (from the Comments section) She would appreciate the support

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Urban Perspective

2009-05-06T21:07:00.002-04:00

Urban Perspective
Originally uploaded by RayBanBro66

.... This could be any city.........

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Took this shot up on the Belmont Plateau in the Fairmount Park section of Philadelphia.

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Who is Dr. Niama Wiliams Ph.D. ?

2009-05-06T15:20:00.006-04:00

A couple months ago I had the honor and pleasure of meeting Dr. Niama Leslie Williams Ph.D. or as she prefers to be called.. Dr. "Ni" (knee)
So, she will be referred to as such in all future mentions.
She is a Los Angeles native, now residing in the Norristown , Pa area. She's a nine time published author, amongst other mind blowing accomplishments.
I had the privilege of hearing her and her companion Rev. Joseph Massey, pictured here as well speak and read excerpts from their individual bookS, during a recent event at my church.
Each delivered powerful presentations, and took questions from the audience, as well as a meet and greet afterward.
I had been photogging the whole event, so it was during this meet and greet, that I introduced myself to both and exchanged business cards etc.
WELL.......!!! (LOL!!) Since that event, Dr. Ni has been one of my greatest supporters of what I'm trying to accomplish with my photography goals.
She not only contacts me for " photog gigs", she graciously did a little write up about me in her weekly newsletter to help promote me. :) God Bless her, and the good Rev. Joseph Massey.
I'm not one to really go tootin my own horn, so that's why I didn't really talk about her article on me at all. Don't get me wrong.... I appreciate the luv (and it is a great positive article) ... but I tend to be humble when it comes to mentioning my achievements and when others shower accolades on me. Nevertheless, you can search her newsletter space on her website, and I'm sure you'll find it there. If I can find the link, I'll include it .
Anyways, be sure to find out more about this amazing 9 time published author and achievements, as well as the achievements of equally accomplished Rev. Joseph Massey (don't tell no one, but I hope I can be as smooth & distinguished lookin when I reach his age )
I'm including a biography link from her website : Blowing Up Barriers

Who is Dr. Niama Williams PH.D.?

Dr. Ni does indeed Twitter, but probably not as frequently as she would like too, since she's busy with her professional endeavors writing, and counseling. But you can follow her on Twitter @DrNi

And for certain be sure to check out her BLOG TALK RADIO show : Poetry & Prose & Anything Goes with Dr. Ni It has a very Neo Soul vibe , so hope you have an open mind :)

One thing's for certain (hint hint) if you have the pleasure of befriending Dr. Ni., whether on a social networking site like twitter, myspace, etc. or in person. She is THE QUEEN of promotion and would do everything she can to help "get your name out there" if she sees your potential and your willingness to want to achieve your goals. (need I say... hint hint again LOL)

You can click right on the images to see the larger versions of these pics. These are two images I took when she contacted me for some portfolio shots.

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