Downtown Ft. Pierce Green Market

"OLD FLORIDA" I believe our state is rich in history and also decaying history! Some of our history has been lost, some will be lost, and some is being preserved. "Downtown Ft Pierce Photo Walk" is in Ft. Pierce, FL. We photographed the historic aspects of the city and Marina as the sun was rising around the downtown area. The farmers market also provided many colorful photographic opportunities.



© Nancy True

"The Green Market and the surrounding area has a lot to offer any photographer. This group inspires each other to see new ways to shoot and the many subjects available in such a concentrated space. It was a fun outing and I can't wait till the next Adventure." -Nancy True



© Bruce Weissman

"Lots to shoot. Had a nice time. Great group" -Bruce Weissman 

© Carolyn Shafer

"Everything was perfect, we had a great sunrise, a slight breeze off the water, lots of venders with things for sale and everything under the sun to photograph." -Carolyn Shafer

CALLING ON LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHERS TO TAKE PART IN WORLDWIDE PHOTO WALK

On Saturday, October 1 and Sunday, October 2, the whole world will be walking again with Scott Kelby, president of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) and #1 bestselling computer and technology book author, in his Fourth Annual Worldwide Photo Walk™ — the world’s largest global social photography event in the history of photography.

This year, the Photo Walk will take place over two days in October giving more photographers from around the world a chance to participate.  In 2010, more than 30,000 photographers walked in over 1,000 locations taking 6 million images in just one day. We anticipate that this year’s Photo Walk will be one of our biggest events.  Once again, chosen to lead the Photo Walk in Vero Beach is professional photographer J. Scott Kelly, owner of Island Images Professional Photography Studio, Inc., founder of Adventure Photography and Photo Walks of Vero Beach.

There is no fee to participate but pre-registration is required. Just go to the Worldwide Photo Walk Vero Beach, and join in on the fun.  Anyone can participate too. All you need is a camera. It doesn’t even matter what kind of camera either. People have showed up with disposables in the past, had a blast, and left with a new appreciation for photography.

In addition to enjoying a day of photography with other like-minded individuals, participants may also be eligible to win prizes from the Worldwide Photo Walk’s sponsors if their photo is chosen as the best photo of the day by their walk leader. Each winning walk photo is then entered into a global competition where Scott Kelby picks the single “best photo” of the event along with 10 runners-up.

To learn more about Adventure Photography and Photo Walks of Vero Beach and photo workshops, classes and other  opportunities, call (772) 643-6994 or visit www.AdventurePhotographyWorkshops.com

Busy Bee Lawn and Garden Center

Macro Shooting! Flowers and possibly small critters? It was the perfect place to get something good for the monthly photo challenge FLOWERS/FLORA. The owners were nice enough to let the group in early so it was a great opportunity to shoot the colorful flowers with the morning dew. In addition to flowers, the facility sells colorful pottery and other garden supplies. It was a great opportunity to be creative! 

© Janice Reynolds

"Friendly staff, lots to shoot, loved that we were there early enough while the sprinklers were watering the plants. Was told we should come back in fall to see the plants that flower during that time." -Janice Reynolds 

© Eileen Taylor

"I'm a plant nut, loved it!" -Eileen Taylor 

© Roger Sobkowiak

"Plenty to shoot...flowers, bees, pottery and grasses. Good time of the day." -Roger Sobkowiak 

 

© Carolyn Shafer

"The weather turned out perfectly, the Garden Center was filled with hundreds of different and unusual plants, many interesting and beautiful blossoms, colors, and arrangements to photograph." -Carolyn Shafer

 

© Linda Kupstas

"We had a great time with all the beautiful flowers to photograph and the other items there at the garden center. I found some flowers there that I had never heard of and learned a great deal. Wonderful trip." -Linda Kupstas 

© J. Scott Kelly

reat showing of our members! It was a great place to photograph the flowers. The owners were very nice and I think they also appreciated the purchases that we made although they said it wasn't necessary. Breakfast was nice as well I was pleasantly surprised that so many of us went to breakfast after." -J. Scott Kelly 

Birding-Viera Wetlands

The wetlands are a popular site for birders, photographers, and eco-tourists.  The entire wetland system is accessable by automobile, making the site popular among those who find the rigors of hiking trails and summer temperatures daunting.  Even better, viewing the site from one's automobile serves to screen visitors from birds and widlife, enhancing the experience. 

The perimeter of the wetlands central lake was seeded with native wildflowers in March 2007. This project was made possible through a grant from the Florida Wildflower Foundation with funds generated through the sale of wildflower license plates. A covered gazebo serves as a visitors information center overlooking the lake.

© Dawn Currie

"Great weather - lots of bird activity. I recorded sightings of 30 bird species: Pied-billed Grebe, Coot, Moorhen, Boat-tailed Grackle, Cormorant, Anhinga, Limpkin, Cattle Egret, Red-Winged Blackbird, White Ibis, Glossy Ibis, Tree Swallow, Black-crowned Night Heron, Least Bittern, Black-bellied Whistling Duck, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Sandhill Crane, Starling, Osprey, Savannah Sparrow, Prairie Warbler, Palm Warbler, Eastern Phoebe, Great Blue Heron, Green Heron, Tri-color Heron, Snowy Egret, Great Egret, Sora, Mockingbird" -Dawn Currie

© Janice Reynolds

"Beautiful area with a lot if different wildlife to photograph." -Janice Reynolds

© Carolyn Shafer

"Lots of wildlife opportunities, many different birds and animals, excellent weather and a nice brunch afterwards....a good day." -Carolyn Shafer

© J. Scott Kelly

"Viera was an enjoyable location! The weather was beautiful and we had the opportunity to photograph many different species of animals. I will go back to this area again soon. A big shout out and THANK YOU to Dawn Currie for forwarding to me information on the location. I also thank her for printing and providing detailed maps!!" -J. Scott Kelly

The Wakodahatchee Wetlands

This nature center is a great place to take photographs. There is a raised boardwalk that goes the whole way around the park (I think it is either 1/4 or 1/2 mile around) and there are many species of birds, gators, fish, bushes, trees, and everything else you can expect from a wetland area. It is open from sunrise to sunset 7 days a week.

© Carolyn Shafer

"We were very lucky with the amount of different birds and the weather was perfect..." -Carolyn Shafer

© Louise Jones-Takata

"loved it!" -Louise Jones-Takata 

© Janice Reynolds

"Beautiful area with tons of wildlife to photograph. I would definitely go back!" -Janice Reynolds 

© J. Scott Kelly

"We got there early and it was a beautiful morning! It was the first time for me being there and I found it quite relaxing walking and shooting from the board walk. The birds seemed very relaxed with the human element so close to them and it was a wonderful experience seeing the baby offspring in the nests as well. I would defiantly go there again." -J. Scott Kelly

Tico Warbird 34th Annual Airshow

The Valiant Air Command held the 34th annual 3-day airshow. It was dedicated to the memory of "The Flying Tigers," and the 70th anniversary of their first combat mission in China. There will be some 75 vintage aircraft on display and flying in the show; great warbirds such as the B-25 Mitchell, P-51 Mustang, P-40 Warhawk, F-104 Starfighter, F-8 Crusader, Grumman Wildcat, Avenger, F-4U Corsair and more. Additionally, they have modern military jets flying and WWII re-enactors fighting mock battles, vendors, exhibits and displays. Rides available in vintage C-47 that actually flew in the Normandy invasion. There will be helicopter and bi-plane rides as well. There was plenty to do in the morning: USO-style entertainment, warbirds to photograph, combat pilots to talk to, vendors to visit and mock battles to watch.

© Carolyn Shafer

© Carolyn Shafer

"Lots of airplanes, many planes flying and on the ground, weather was perfect, sunny and warm. Large crowds, but plenty of parking, porta potties and concessions, very well done and organized." -Carolyn Shafer

© Dawn Currie

© Dawn Currie

"Perfect weather and even more performers than last year, including a B2 flyover. Who could ask for anything more?" -Dawn Currie 



57th Annual Fellsmere Cracker Day Rodeo

Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Team Roping! Professional Cowboys and Cowgirls from around the State of Florida, as well as local favorites. This is a great arena to photograph because you can get right up to the fence and catch all of the action if you are brave enough! There are plenty of exciting events with different ages and skill levels to photograph. We enjoy this event every year!

© Eileen Taylor

© Eileen Taylor

"The weather started out iffy, but once the drizzling stopped the day and the lighting was perfect. The arena was small enought that the action stayed close and I was able to get my best rodeo shots yet!" -Eileen Taylor

© Carolyn Shafer

© Carolyn Shafer

"The weather was perfect, they had a record crowd and lots of action with cowboys and girls of all ages." -Carolyn Shafer

© Anne Malsbary

© Anne Malsbary

"It was great fun even though it was a small rodeo. People were having fun and families were having fun." -Anne Malsbary