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Sunday Morning Walk In The Snow by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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https://www.madefromrigallery.com - Sunday morning snow that is falling gentle on the ground, on the lake, on yourself. This is the perfect time to take a walk with the family.

Sights seen every day have changed. Clean, bright, and pristine. The lake covered, roads made clean, snow-covered roofs, fields leveled with snow.

In muffled footsteps, the world made new and still. This is the gift of New England in winter.

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Snow Covered Country Road

A snow-covered country road in South Kingstown, Rhode Island
 


Snow Covered Country RoadA snow-covered country road in South Kingstown, Rhode Island




Cabin In Snow

A cabin is seen in its seeming natural element as the snow falls in South Kingstown, Rhode Island.


Cabin In SnowA cabin is

Easing Along by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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Easing AlongEasing in along the docks and throttling back preparing to dock in the Port of Galilee on a cloudy, rainy morning




When coming into port, especially on a cloudy day, one must throttle down and ease along. In Galilee (Narragansett, Rhode Island), this is sometimes easier said than done.

When one arrives in a port such as Galilee on a stormy day, there are often a few steps. First, when the swells are sweeping in from the south (as they were on this day), there are adjustments. The following seas mean that one is "playing" the wheel and throttles. Once in the breakwater, the seas can often peak a bit as the bottom shoals up a bit. Then once in port, the skipper is breaking down that little bit of adr

Better Late Than Never ~ Savannah & Jack’s Maui Honeymoon Portraits

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https://karmahill.com - We took portraits for Savannah’s family in 2011 and her senior photos in 2012. So we were thrilled to hear she wanted Maui Honeymoon Portraits! Savannah and Jack actually got married three years ago but this was the first chance they have had to take a honeymoon. And we are so glad they decided to […]The post Better Late Than Never ~ Savannah & Jack’s Maui Honeymoon Portraits appeared first on Karma Hill Photography.

Diving In by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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https://www.madefromrigallery.com - The sculpture "The Feet And The Wave" in Newport has always evoked a whimsical chuckle from me. There is no guilt in the humor. In fact, someone said something to me recently that makes me think that it was a compliment. I wrote a similar blog and a respondent said that it was humorous, "amusing". I thanked the person because that was the purpose, to be amusing.

There is also a serious side to the playfulness of this sculpture. While not an art critic by any means, I can sense the transition of going from air to water. It is always a shock and an awakening wrapped in fun.

Passing this statue as season change seems fitting. The socks that often adorn the feet in winter can come off as we dive into the spring season.

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Sun And Waves Paint A Scene by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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Sun And Waves Paint A SceneThe coastline of Conanicut Island at Fort Getty, Jamestown, Rhode Island. A sunny, windy day at the rocky shore.




There are those photographers who work to capture the perfect sunrise or sunset. I practice this on occasion myself. But I also find that there is a lot of daytime bracketed between the sunrise and the sunset. In that time, I hike, sail, and do a lot more. Sometimes, these conditions are harder to photograph in bright, harsh light. But the results are astounding to see.

This particular winter perambulation was on the western shore of Conanicut Island. Jamestown's Fort Getty. This is a section of the coast where shoreline access balances with preservation. Untamed and wild views result. One can imagine another unt

Rhody On Watch by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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Rhody On WatchRhody the Ram looking over the University of Rhode Island campus.




As spring closes and summer begins to warm, the University of Rhode Island campus quiets. A lone ram, Rhody, looks over the campus with a protective all-seeing glint in his eye. The campus is in good "hands".

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Naturally Doubly Exposed Pier by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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https://www.madefromrigallery.com - The waterfront is a wonderful metaphor for many things. In this case, looking at something from more than one perspective. An explainable mystery that we cannot fully wrap our minds around. 

Here we see a typical pier surface with marine growth and a few small barnacles. Wonderful shapes and textures, especially the swirls of the woodgrains in the spiles. The reflections in the calm water's surface with only mild disturbances and ripples. And all at the same moment seeing below the water at the same time.

The whole image conjures up the thought of M. C. Escher and his work. Everything here is explainable by science and mathematics. It is all-natural. Photo manipulation is not involved. The reflections are from the angle of incidence of light on the flat calm water. The viewing

Dockside in Galilee by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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DocksideFishing vessels alongside the pier in Galilee. The sun is bright against the fog.




People often see inactivity when they see vessels at the dock on a foggy later afternoon. This is far from the truth. Right now, the batteries are being charged. There is potential activity here. Tomorrow will be very busy.

Tomorrow, these vessels packed together at the dock will start readying for work at sea. The vessels need maintenance. The equipment needs maintenance and repair. Inspections occur as lists reveal who is in port.

Active at the moment? No. Soon to be about the business of fishing? Yes.

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On DeckFishing vessels alongside pier in Galilee. The sun is

Rain On The Rose by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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"The world is a rose, smell it, and pass it to your friends." ~Persian Proverb


Rain On The Rose

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Rain On The RoseRose unfolding in the rain




We are living in a space where we had a difficult year. In that time, we cultivated our yard. We planted and we tended. The spring rains have come, and our reward has been a bevy of roses. Now, we preserve the images for another day.

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Shayna & Jesse’s Maui Venue Wedding Photography

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https://karmahill.com - The 5 Palms is one of our favorite places to take Maui Venue Wedding Photography. With a setting overlooking the ocean, it’s absolutely beautiful! And we especially love when couples include a wedding arch for an added touch. Plus it makes for a gorgoues background in photos! After meeting at a bar where Shayna was […]The post Shayna & Jesse’s Maui Venue Wedding Photography appeared first on Karma Hill Photography.

Our Favorite Made From RI Gallery Photos Week Of February 8-14, 2021 by Keith R Wahl

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https://www.madefromrigallery.com - Some of our favorite photos at Made From RI Gallery from this past week,

February 8 through 14, 2021.

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Driftwood Allure by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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Driftwood GrainA closeup of the grain of a driftwood stump found on Moonstone Beach in South Kingstown, Rhode Island.




A closeup of the grain of a driftwood stump found on Moonstone Beach in South Kingstown, Rhode Island.

There is an undeniable attraction to driftwood as we walk the beach. From far away, it is something bleached, twisted, different, and interesting. Up close, there are patterns, swirls, embedded with sand and stones.

To others, it is an inspiration. It is art. Henry David Thoreau wrote of its inspiration on the beach. To critic Harold Rosenberg, it is a way of explaining modern art: "Modern Art does not have to be actually new; it only has to be new to somebody—to the last lady who fo

Bow Watch by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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"Into each life some rain must fall." ~ Ella Fitzgerald


Into Each Life

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Into Each LifeInto each life a little rain must fall. Especially when crossing the sound on a rainy day on the M/V Block Island




Into each life, some rain must fall, especially if your life is on an island ferry. Along with the rain come bow watches, wet windows, and rolling ships.

This is ferry and island life. The islanders and the crews grow accustomed to these sea conditions. Tourists will grumble with these conditions, but they need only wait. There is a clearing over the island fine on the starboard bow. But for now, the views of bulwarks and capstans forward are rain-covered. And we can tell you that they are playing jazz, perhaps Ella, at a c

The Perfect Place ~ Tiana & Scott’s Maui Beach Wedding

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https://simplemauiwedding.net - Our groom used to live here, so they visit as much as they can. And decided what better place to say “I do” than at a Maui Beach Wedding?! Lahaina is particularly special to Tiana and Scott, making this the ideal location for their ceremony. And we love that they were joined by family (including […]The post The Perfect Place ~ Tiana & Scott’s Maui Beach Wedding appeared first on Simple Maui Wedding.

Plenty to Celebrate – The Braungardts’ Hawaii Family Portrait

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https://karmahill.com - The Braungardts decided the Aloha State was the perfect place to celebrate Grandma and Grandpa’s 60th birthdays and capture yet another Hawaii family portrait to hang on their wall! We first had the pleasure of photographing this adorable Missouri family during their visit to Maui five years ago. And we were delighted to learn that […]The post Plenty to Celebrate – The Braungardts’ Hawaii Family Portrait appeared first on Karma Hill Photography.

Home in the Sun – Dowell-Brendgards’ Maui Family Portraits

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https://karmahill.com - During this epidemic and with all the travel restrictions, there’s no place you’d rather call home than our beautiful sunny island of Maui! With limited tourism, it was the perfect time for the Kihei-dwelling Dowell-Brendgards to capture some bright and airy Maui family portraits! David runs the amazing Maui Brewing Company, and Dawn works for […]The post Home in the Sun – Dowell-Brendgards’ Maui Family Portraits appeared first on Karma Hill Photography.

The Highlights Of Snow by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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https://www.madefromrigallery.com - We bid adieu to Winter as Spring strolls in. The snow has departed from Rhode Island. Winds will still blow with a certain ferocity as rain becomes the seasonal herald in place of snow.

So we take a moment to observe and appreciate what the snow offered. It painted the shapes that we will remember. The snow highlighted paths and accentuated curves. The clean accents of the snow made us appreciate our surroundings more, not less.

We will miss the snow, but also welcome the changes and the accompanying warmth. Until next year, we archive the painted frozen memories.

Sunset Curves


Sunset CurvesAs the afternoon sun descends, the curves of Scarborough Beach are outlined, highlighted, and enhanced by the snow.




As the afternoon sun descends, the curves of Scarborough Beach are outl

This Is The Way by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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https://www.madefromrigallery.com - General Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur, Comte de Rochambeau, was a key commander of the French forces who assisted the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. He is showing the way under the milky sun as he points at Brenton Cove. 

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This Is The Way


This Is The WayClose up of the statue of Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur, comte de Rochambeau under milky sun. At King Park, Newport, Rhode Island.




Close up of the statue of Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur, comte de Rochambeau under milky sun. At King Park, Newport, Rhode Island.

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Lines, Function, and Working Beauty by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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Stern View WaterlineStern view of a working boat cabled out in Dutch Harbor, Jamestown, Rhode Island.




I love classic styles of workboats and fishing vessels. This is but one example. The hardy work vessel is functional and open. The graceful lines lend to its function.

A powerful stem juts above the high bow. The level of the bow is perfect for splitting open waves and throwing them aside. This keeps the operator safe and dry.

The sheerline comes from the need to have a lower middle and stern for working and hauling. In this case, a winch rigged on the console says that they are hauling traps with this boat.

This boat carries its width to its stern and transom. This gives it "wide shoulders" and support as items come up over the size in working. Thi

Becoming History by Keith R Wahl, Made From RI Gallery

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“History is a gallery of pictures in which there are few originals and many copies.” ~  Alexis de Tocqueville


East Providence High School Clock Tower

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East Providence High School Clock TowerThe East Providence High School Clock Tower in full view




Have you ever been present for a turning in history? This is symbolic of an event of history that changes the familiar landscape itself.

This clock tower will be coming down. There is a plan to replace this tower that will be an homage to the current tower, but it will not be the same. (Building Committee backs new EPHS clock tower concept | EastBayRI.com - News, Opinion, Things to Do in the East Bay)

History is changing. We are the witnesses.

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