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Artist Spotlight # 42
Submitted by mimi 08/02/09 11:08 PM GMT
Our next artist to be spotlighted is known around the neighborhood of caedes for his narratives on photographs that he post. Elected by popular vote, I give you 0930_23 aka Tick. Please take a moment to visit his varied gallery and leave a word or three of congrats.
I find it hard to believe I am being given this honor. There are so many great photographers on this site, and to be considered somewhat in their class is mind boggling. I am “almost” at a loss for words. There are so many people to thank and I will get to that later. I was asked to be as brief as possible. Evidently they are familiar with the narratives that accompany my photos.
My full name is Ronald Lee Morgan and I am 66 years old. I was born in the great Show Me State of Missouri and that is where I make my home. I have not lived in Missouri all my life, but it was the beginning and will be the ending for me. I will tell you a little bit about the middle.
My wife Dianna and I have been married for 34 years. We were both previously married and had children by that marriage. Dianna had two sons, I had one son and we have one daughter. Her boys were ten and eight when we married and my son was five. They all lived with us and we became one big happy family. I have two granddaughters, five grandsons, two great-granddaughters and one great-grandson. I only have three grandsons that live close to me. You have probably read about them. The others live in either Florida or California. The grandsons that live close by are my daughter’s sons.
A bit (briefly) about my background. I served in the United States Air Force as a radio operator and later a photogrammetrist. I have had several jobs some of which includes; San Diego Police Office, manager of a Shakey’s Pizza, real estate salesman, newspaper editor, columnist, photographer and circulation manager. I have a BSE degree in English with a minor in journalism. I am currently the Public Administrator for the county where I live. It is an elected position and I oversee people that do not have anyone, or are incapable of managing their own affairs. The court appoints me as guardian or conservator or both. I also write short stories and songs, but have never tried to get anything published. I appreciate everyone who reads my narratives. I like to think they are an extension of my photos. Golf is a passion as well but that is another story.
I first became interested in photography when I began working for the newspaper as Sports Editor. I was also the Sports Editor of the College newspaper at the time. The newspaper had camera equipment and I used it and worked with just black and white. I learned to develop the film and do some effects in the darkroom. Later I bought a Canon 35 mm camera and eventually purchased a telephoto lens. I bought that lens while vacationing in France, Germany and Switzerland. I used that until my wife bought me a Kodak DX4530, five mega pixel digital camera. That was what I was using when I discovered Caedes. I remember when I got it for Christmas. I told her I didn’t need a digital camera. I didn’t come willingly into the digital world. I currently use a Canon Rebel xi with a Sigma 18-250 lens.
I was looking for a wallpaper site when I stumbled across Caedes. If you knew my computer skills, you would realize stumbled is the correct word. I found some I liked and kept coming back and spent a lot of time admiring the artists and their works. I finally joined and jumped in with both feet. I was eager to learn and found many that were kind enough to help me. I hate to try and name them because I might forget someone, but following are some who helped. The first were; tigger3, (Tigz), dunstickin (Old Timer),cynlee (COG), phasmid (PJ),corn growth (C), fogz (Patti) and nigel moore (Sir Nigel).Jimbob Edsel (Jimbob) case chaser (Shads) and I joined around the same time and we have learned together. This award makes a great anniversary gift. It will be two years August 20. Since then there have been many more like; BTK, Raj, Huck, Opie, GBR, Jo, Poco, Ace, Jethro, SAM, E~, Colleen, HF, The Lion, Mimi,, Sherree, Mich, Mick, Sheedy, Antonio, Diane, Garrett, Wayne, Dr. Quinn, Owd Momma, Dimps, Skates, Snoopy, Rocker, WC, Laura, Joy, Kirby, Yogi, Ami, Pam, Gabi, Les, Susanne, Eggz and Count B who have given me suggestions, ideas and great photos to look at and learn. If I left anyone out it is because I am old. Thank you all.
My favorite photo is hard to choose because they are like children but I guess Makes Good Horse Sense was the first one I got really excited about. The permanent gallery has always been my goal and I thought this one was the best chance I had to get one included. It didn’t make it but that just spurred me on. Everyone that posts on this site inspires me and opens up many ideas for me to try. I really enjoy the friends I have made and the constructive critiques I have received. I belong to no other sites and don’t plan on it. If I didn’t mention you, I apologize. I am just so excited. I also apologize for my lack of “brevity” but I will leave you with what my grandson taught me. I asked him what he thought about one of my photos. After he answered I asked him why he liked it. “I like the way it looks,” was his answer. From that day on it is why I post what I do.
Thanks again to everyone who made this possible.
Tick
(a name given to me from a song I wrote)
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the stories that go with your shots too! enjoy your time
in the spotlight and its nice to know a bit more about
your varied life! good on ya Tick. :-)
Way to go Tick 'ol boy!! You always bring sooo much to the table and have such grrreat fun!! Congrats on this spolight!!
and the narratives to go with them are are true delight! Way
To Go Tick!! Congrats my friend! :o)
Stan
of the Caedes Hall of Fame.
Very well deserved my friend.
Think it's the first time that an artist is rewarded for not only his
or her images, bur for the narratives as well.
It causes a smile at my face too, as you can't quit writing now
the perfect narratives we got used to.
Have to be serious now Ron: thank you very much for all the
effort you've done to enjoy us with your great images and stories.
Best regards, your Dutch friend Cornelius.
TicK
Jimbob
Joanie
John
first began here, I was annoyed at your long narratives.
It meant that I had to read through before I could comment
and move onto the next post.
Now, I anticipate your stories whenever
you post. My favorite photo of yours.
Congratulations on your being recognized by this community
for your delightful, excellent contributions of photos
and stories that remind us of the things that make us proud,
make us cry or make us laugh.
And Happy Anniversary.
Large congratulations to you Sir, & pray tell us can we expect to see Chip again ?
It's a well deserved honor to the nicest person I know. Enjoy your spotlight because you deserve it my good friend.
Thanks for all that you do and making me smile when I just don't feel like it at times.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!
Sorry, Tick, a bit a English humour creeping in there. Well done! You really do deserve this accolade which will allow a wider audience to see your gallery and enjoy your terse and pithy narratives.
Thanks for being a good friend to both me and to very many others on here.
Caruso
OUTSTANDING!
E J
images, one of my favorites being this. Enjoy your moment in the sun!
enjoyable... now I know you come by it naturally, by way of newspaper work. (I worked for a newspaper too, as proofreader, copy editing and the occasional published photograph.) I think I'm partial to your wide open country images, and especially your barn series... Once again, congratz and enjoy!
mary
your story to go with it, I was ´hooked` :-), I had to see and
read moore! I have enjoyed your posts since that day.
Congratulations Tick! You deserve this honor my friend!
Susanne
Enjoy your time in the spotlights:))
So sorry my friend...
A worthy nomination indeed, your writing skills paid off with the intro's to your posts!...Many's the time you had me in stitches and a few coffee cups being spilt!
reap the rewards my mate....yer worth it!....
I glad you were recognized for your photographic and photojournalist skills. Hummmm! Maybe that was a yellow ribbon?? No! that was around the old oak tree. I know I bet you get a cookie or apple fritter. I agree with Owd Bob on the Good God!...how'd the hell did I miss this!!...
Ed
Lori
Loved reading your bio as well.
I love reading your stories and am often inspired by your photos.
Enjoy your spotlight Tick.
I dont know how I missed this either - must have been too busy reading my favourite stories on caedes :)
I'm thrilled to see you in the spotlight, you have grown so much and your efforts have paid off! . I really enjoyed reading your wonderful bio. You are a wonderful friend, and thanks so much for the mention. Your a real sweetie and keep with the superb postings and excellent stories. I'm truly honored that we became good friends. I'll give you my Marty yell - Whohooooooooooo!! Lol! ♪ ♫ :)Tigz♪ =^..^=
You shine in your spotlight...and you're a humble man, so that's always a good thing. Thank you for the many good words you've shared with me, things that helped me thru the things I'm dealing with at the moment. I'm proud for you in receiving this honor . Many warm hugs to you. Verena
Tick
Congratulations. I LOVE your narratives, too.
Coleen
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
I was very excited to see your name up in Lights! Well Deserved !
Loved reading your Bio. I see we have a lot in common as for as working history goes. My friends use to say I could not hold down a job and I said I haven't found one yet I like enough to stay with.
You're a Great Friend to have and in the time I've known you I can tell you're a Man of Your Word, and that's what I like Best about you.
Of course your stories are Outstanding also. LOL.
Congrats Again Buddy!
E J
Your bio was fascinating to read you have done so many interesting things in your life. Your talent for story telling combined with your wonderful photo's are a true slice of life in Mid America...I really enjoyed learning about the Rock Island Line, I knew of it but never heard the background before. Congratulations! this is truly a well earned honor and look forward to many more years of hearing your delightful yarns along with prize winning photo's.
Congratulations, your gallery contains lots of great and inspiring shots and you really deserve it :o)
A well deserved honor. And I too would like to thank you for insiring and helping me.
Hugs Gabrielle
Your time and efforts spent towards and within our community ... artistic or otherwise ... just got done noticed. :o)
One of my personal fav of yours?
"Watchdog"
A very professional image and one that I do enjoy very much.
Again, congratulations and here's to many more words and images coming from you. :o)
Thanks for your suggestions and encouragement in trying brand new techniques.
Thank you also for your posts framed always by interesting stories.
Thanks because you lived in Italy and still keep my Country in your heart.
Thanks my friend.
Ed.
Your gallery is definitely something to be proud of, and I am honored to call you my friend!!!
Kudos - Pam!
