A few weeks ago, I stumbled across this old abandon farmhouse in Rockwall Texas. I remember a few years back this place was still active as a farm. It's sad to see another piece of rural Rockwall going away. It's up for sale and its 40+ acres zoned … [Read more...]
August 10, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Bob-omb Sighting in Rockwall, Texas
I found Bob-omb tagged on an abandoned train flat car that I saw while passing by on my way out to Rockwall County for some rural exploration. This little guy is showing up everywhere! Where to Find Bob-omb in Rockwall, Texas About two weeks … [Read more...]
July 24, 2014 By 2 Comments
Review: Sony NEX-3NL/B Compact Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Kit – Part 2
For me, size is a big issue. I like smaller cameras because it makes life easier. I do a lot of rural and urban exploration. I spend a lot of time with a camera in my hand or strapped to me for those long hikes. I think full-framed camera rigs are … [Read more...]
July 16, 2014 By 1 Comment
Review: Sony NEX-3NL/B Compact Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Kit – Part 1
About a year ago I decided it was time to move out of the point-n-shot cameras and back into the SLR cameras. After some research, I decided that since I couldn’t afford a full body rig and I like the small compact size of the Mirrorless camera … [Read more...]
July 2, 2014 By 3 Comments
Abandoned Dairy Freeze in Carl’s Corner, Texas
Back in January I made short road trip Waxahachie, Texas to pick up some parts for my 1982 K5 Blazer from salvage yard that was parting one out. After the trip, I decided to do a little exploring as far south as Hillsboro. Although I didn’t get as … [Read more...]
June 24, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Lowepro Photo Sport Sling 100 AW Backpack
Recently I went on a trip where I had to have all my photography gear with me at all times. I couldn’t leave it in a car and run back for different lenses. That meant had to carry three or four different lens, extra SD cards, and cleaning gear. As … [Read more...]
June 3, 2014 By 3 Comments
Abandoned Building Near Gunter, Texas
Almost two months ago I had to run up to Denton to get some more transcripts from UNT for a job prospect. Afterwards, I did a little exploring off 287. I took it as far as Sherman. I found several places worth stopping and several old farm roads … [Read more...]
May 25, 2014 By 1 Comment
Abandoned Grain Elevator and Silos in Megargel, Texas
During my photo trips I am always on the look out for side trips and other abandoned vehicles and buildings. One of the unplanned stops I had to take was in the town in Megargel, Texas. About the Abandoned Grain Elevator and Silos in Megargel, … [Read more...]
May 20, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Great News! Sony a7 Full-Frame 24.3 MP Camera Price Drop
Recently Sony drop their prices on the Sony a7 Full-Frame 24.3 MP Camera. They dropped the price by $200 by most vendors. Amazon has dropped the price on the Sony a7K Full-Frame 24.3 MP Interchangeable Digital Lens Camera with 28-70mm Lens as well. … [Read more...]
May 11, 2014 By 10 Comments
Abandoned Farmhouse Near Gunter, Texas
While out on one of my random points on the map rural exploration trips I came across this old farmhouse set back off the highway hiding behind the trees. Abandoned Farmhouse Near Gunter, Texas This beautiful abandoned farmhouse was found off … [Read more...]
