Thursday was a sunny day in the 40’s here in Cincinnati, Ohio. I mapped a route on Google Maps, grabbed my camera and set off to explore and see what fun photographs I could find. I stopped in Mt. Lookout first and found a few interesting subjects and made my way to Columbia Tusculum. Both of these towns are on the East side of Cincinnati. If you’re in the area, I recommend having a burger at Terry’s Turf Club…shown below. I’ve met the owner a few times. His eccentricity shines through with his lawn decor! The atmosphere inside is very small and lively! Definitely have one of their blackberry martinis…they’re beyond yummy and if you drink two…there’s no telling what you might do!
Often there’s a wait, so these chairs come in handy.
At the beginning of my day, I stopped to fill my gas tank and saw this Mexican Food Restaurant next door. Sometimes, as things age, start to peel and to become imperfect, their beauty grows.
Loving the vines on this church in Mt. Lookout!
I stopped in a bookstore and as usual asked the owner or shopkeeper if I may take some photos. In this case, he was an older gentleman and with much skepticism he inquired “Why”? I explained that I have a blog and it’s to help me become a better photographer and to illustrate that art surrounds us. Even after the explanation he seemed hesitant, but acquiesced. Of course, the older books possessed the most character.
This is one of those Chinese lanterns hanging in a shop…
I stopped in a shop (not a candy shop) that had gummy bears…
This was taken in a Veterinarian’s office. I took numerous photos of a fish tank filled with colorful fish…but none of them were that great. So you get a wooden fish. I learned something new…there was a sign that talked about how different human foods are poisonous to animals. I knew about chocolate…but grapes, raisins, onions and garlic are also.
LOVE this color! This house is located in Columbia Tusculum…
This beauty is called the Columbia Baptist Church…
Tomorrow there are some funky shots in O’bryonville!
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You always have such unique and colorful photographs! I love to just look at them! But I want from time to time to say, you are similar to me, in the respect that I like to have the details recorded in my photo album,
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Thank you…you’re right. This is like my online journal/photo album…I can keep track of my past here!
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I was born in Cinci and spent a few weeks there as a child – would love to go back and visit thanks to these great pics!
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You can stay at our house if you visit! We live on 5 acres in the country about 35 minutes from Downtown.
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Awesome!
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When I looked at the picture of gummy bears, my mind screamed “Gummy Bearrrrrrrrrrrrr”. I used to like eating this as my snack when I was in my youth. Not sure its brand is the same as sold in Thailand or not. Liked the red one, though 🙂
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You’re funny!! The red ones are my favorites!
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Love the photos of the church. I also love photographing old, painted brick. Wouldn’t it be cool if the paint were peeling and the mural were underneath?
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Thanks Bill! Yes…I like that concept!
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people look and they don’t see. but you do. thanks for you sharing.
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Thank you very much…you see too!!
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So much wonderful color and bright happy places.
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Thank you! Color is all around us. I believe you see what you’re looking for. 🙂
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What a wonderful tour of where you are! I wanted to let you know that I have nominated you for two awards! Click on the link:
http://salmonfishingqueen.wordpress.com/2013/03/16/and-the-winner-is/ Congratulations!
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Stunning Spirit! Loved your comment about old things, considering that yesterday was my b’day. I once dated a man from Cincinnati and learned about the chile. That is the first thing I think about when I see or read the name Cincinnati–NOT the man, the chile! 😉
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Happy belated Birthday! Yes…Cincinnati is famous for it’s chili…that’s funny you think of that first!
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Thanks for guiding me …. the blue house is so lovely – your city is very colorful … you should try to sell your photos to your tourist information or your city’s website. You have taken some brilliant photo all together from you city. Not going to say again that it’s an amazing gallery.
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Thanks Viveka! I’m going to make some phone calls…see what I can do.
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You should, our tourist office use – photos on their website and so the council – that “normal” people has taken. Good luck.
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I really enjoyed these photos and this post. It’s amazing! Art is all around. You capture it so beautifully!
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Thanks very much…:)
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Great variety in this blog. I love the old books and the old church buildings.
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I love seeing my city through your lens!
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Thanks GingerSnaap!!
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Wonderful. I loved Your presentation. It was a great joy to me making the virtual trip thru Your beautiful photos.
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Thank you…so glad you had fun!! 🙂
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Very colorful.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
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Thanks…have a fabulous Saturday!!
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A beautiful city. I have been to Cinninnati many times. The photos are amazing. Thank you.
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I didn’t know that you’ve been here a lot! I’m glad you like it!!
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You never miss an opportunity!!! Liz
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I try not to! Time is ticking!!
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