Sam

Jun 242008
 

…than a penguin in flight.

[Link via MSNBC’s adblog.]

 Posted by at 6:54 pm
Jun 202008
 

Dave Allen, BBG‘s Web Manager, created some interesting time-lapse videos.

Cherry Blossoms

Cranford Rose Garden

[Link via SportsShooter.]

 Posted by at 4:14 pm
Jun 152008
 

For the 125th anniversary of the Brooklyn Bridge, New York City arranged for special lighting shows and a fireworks display. I had a prime view from my window and took many photos.
I plan on printing these images and making a framed triptych.
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Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary

 Posted by at 2:16 pm
May 212008
 

Last night, I noticed strange lighting on the Brooklyn Bridge. A quick 311 call informed me that they are preparing for the 125th Anniversary of the bridge tomorrow!

If the weather is nice, I will be on my roof taking photos.

Brooklyn Bridge at night
Brooklyn Bridge at night
Brooklyn Bridge at night

 Posted by at 12:58 pm
May 212008
 

For his 30th birthday, I arranged to take my brother Larry to the New York Aquarium for a behind-the-scenes look at their new hospital. Previously, for many procedures the animals would have to be brought to the Bronx Zoo. Now, animals can be treated directly at the aquarium. We both had a great time.

New York Aquarium isolation tank with sea otter
This sea otter had a fur condition. They brought him inside during the winter to allow his coat to heal. The trainer works with him several times per day so that he does not become isolated and lonely.

New York Aquarium fur seal
New York Aquarium fur seal
New York Aquarium fur seal
New York Aquarium fur seal
This fur seal is currently isolated in a tank with a screen over the room. She has a penchant for eating everything that floats into her tank–including plastic bags. Unfortunately, they may have to send her to another aquarium since they do not have the ability to cover the regular tank.

New York Aquarium Ayveq the Walrus
This is Ayveq the Walrus. He can weigh over 3000 pounds!

Larry Greenfield
This is Larry my brother. He does not weigh 3000 pounds!


This video does not really do Ayveq justice. He is truly an amazing creature.

 Posted by at 12:32 pm
May 162008
 

This road trip show looks like a lot of fun.

 Posted by at 2:59 pm
May 132008
 

There’s some amazing wall painted graffiti animation at Blu. It’s worth checking out.

[Thanks, jba!]

 Posted by at 2:39 pm
Apr 132008
 
 Posted by at 7:48 pm
Apr 132008
 

One of my coworkers, Mike Treola, pointed out that my camera had a time-lapse feature. Here’s a quick clip from Bethesda Terrace in Central Park.

 Posted by at 7:44 pm
Apr 132008
 

My friends Jen and Christie were in town the other day. After taking the train with them to the Guggenheim Museum, I walked down through Central Park. The weather was warm without being too hot, and most of the trees are in full bloom.

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 Posted by at 7:27 pm