Just across Decatur Street from Jackson Square in New Orleans is Washington Artillery Park. This raised concrete area on the river side, is a great spot to photograph the square and the barges and paddle wheelers on the Mississippi. The cannon mounted in the center and pointing toward the river is a model 1861 Parrot Rifle used in the Civil War. This monument honors the local 141st Field Artillery of the Louisiana National Guard. Late at night is about the only time you can see this view without tourists filling the area. Purchase a print at http://gallery.timstanleyphotography.com/featured/washington-artillery-park-tim-stanley.html
Next time you go to the park, look around and the smaller details in your surroundings, such as the beautiful flowers and plants. I thought the cooler temperatures might have people and pets moving about, but not on this afternoon. So instead, I directed the camera in the other direction for a peek at the colorful petals of these flowers. Purchase a print at http://gallery.timstanleyphotography.com/featured/fall-flowers-v2-tim-stanley.html
I’m sorry. I couldn’t help myself. I posted a photo of this beautiful Boeing 307 Stratoliner or “Clipper Flying Cloud” almost a year ago. But it was one of my favorite airplanes at the Udvar-Hazy Center in Virginia, so I thought a closer inspection was needed so everyone could further enjoy this magnificent bird. This airplane really jumpe-started the commercial airline business, allowing more and longer flights, while the passengers enjoyed greater comfort. Of course, the fact that its polished finish looks like chrome has absolutely no bearing on why I might like it so much. Honestly. I'm sorry. I couldn't help myself. I posted a photo of this beautiful Boeing 307 Stratoliner or Clipper Flying Cloud almost a year ago. But it was one of my favorite airplanes at the Udvar-Hazy Center in Virginia, so I thought a closer inspection was needed so everyone could further enjoy this magnificent bird. This airplane really jumpe-started the commercial airline business, allowing more and longer flights, while the passengers enjoyed greater comfort. Photo by Tim Stanley Photography.
