What started as a serious hobby has become a passion. I love capturing moments that catch my eye or speak to me on some level. But when the shutter clicks, it is only the beginning of the creative journey. Many times while processing my photos, I am also processing “the moment” and I have found it to be very therapeutic or otherwise helpful in my personal growth. My friend and artist mentor said it best:

"When I shoot, I'm never sure what's calling me at the moment. Sometimes my images sit in folders for days, weeks, or months. However, when they beckon, it's usually for a reason, one which helps me process a situation at hand."
~ Antoinette C. Ledzian


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"The soul of a journey is liberty, perfect liberty, to think, feel, do just as one pleases"
~ William Hazlitt

"The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination."
~ Don Williams


going back

Enjoy the journey.....that's what it's all about.

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some early shots that are no longer easily accessible:

faded beauty by 4Real

after the storm by 4Real

clouds by 4Real

poetry in motion by 4Real

Give me a home.... by 4Real

Expressions of color by 4Real

What is.... 'Real'? by 4Real

Purple Passion by 4Real


(my most viewed photo)
The Old Forest by 4Real

let me whisper in your ear.... by 4Real

a fleeting moment, frozen in time by 4Real

A True Self Portrait! by 4Real

The Dreaming Tree by 4Real

coming into focus by 4Real

The Dance by 4Real

The stream of life by 4Real

through the darkness by 4Real

Circle of Friends by 4Real

Ent Farm by 4Real

You Still Light Up My Life by 4Real

Bad Hair Day by 4Real

Enjoying the view by 4Real

Peace Through Unity by 4Real

out of chaos by 4Real

the sound of silence by 4Real

the last one by 4Real

He always built from his heart by 4Real

Turmoil: the storm before the calm by 4Real

the color of my love by 4Real

they whirled, twirled and they tangoed by 4Real

Hanging by a thread by 4Real










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    cowgirlrightup says:

    "Once you’ve taken a few steps into his photo stream, the
    one thing you will immediately recognize is that 4Real IS
    For Real! There’s nothing pretentious or fake about this
    man’s creativity. It’s easy to recognize the passion
    that 4Real has for photography and for life in the images he
    shares with us on Flickr. One can’t help but be inspired
    by his vision and the way he tweaks his creations with words
    that take us on the journey he invisions. He’s able
    to take the simplest items we would normally overlook in
    life: a sprig of grass, a tiny vine and bring a focus that
    makes you shake your head and wonder what else you’ve been
    missing on your pathway through life. He truly appreciates
    the little things and yet never ignores the larger picture.
    Some might feel like a scraggly ancient tree when perusing
    his photo stream, others, like myself experience a journey
    full of youthful vigor, always looking forward to the
    surprise around the corner that 4Real will pop up with next.
    He is not only gifted but is himself a gift from God.

    Larry, it does my heart good to know you are in my corner and even though you may be away, you are never far.
    May your moccasins make happy tracks in many snows, and the rainbow always touch your shoulder;-)"

    15th June, 2009

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    Jennifers Photography says:

    "If you are ever having a bad day or going through tough times, a good place to visit is here, Larry's photostream.

    His photos are always accompanied by meaningful and insightful quotes and inspirational words that elevate your mood and lighten your heart.

    Larry is a kind and artistic individual who puts his heart and soul into each and every one of his visions.

    He shares them with us here on flickr and we are never disappointed by what he does.

    Whether he is posting images of ducks in a pond or a scraggly old tree, bent and old like we all become, he finds the beauty in each of his photos and presents it in ways that warm our souls.

    Take a journey through Larry's photo stream and you will find yourself smiling and feeling good about life in general.

    His images are 'one of a kind' just like Larry. He is a true 'gem' of which there are not enough of in this world."

    4th June, 2009

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    ♥D says:

    "(A kind soul. A sensitive spirit. A dear friend) ...Larry's photos and quotes come from the life-experiences of his heart. What he shares with us here are uplifting, beautiful images to reflect upon. About life. About love. About nature. Thank you, Dear friend."

    25th August, 2008

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    ˎ says:

    "Thoughtful. Sensitive. Warm. Considerate. Caring. Intelligent. Creative. All words which can perfectly describe Larry at any one time and all of these traits shine through in his beautiful photography and thoughtful comments. He is one of my longest standing contacts and a great friend here on Flickr. I love his work and learn through it too.

    As well as being a super photographer he is a wonderful womble friend with a delightful sense of humour and loyalty to his contacts. A real treasure to have on flickr!

    Keep wombling and keep smiling, Larry, and may all your days be blessed!

    Hugs, my friend :)"

    20th February, 2008

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    A-Cre8tive-lady says:

    "Since you have joined flickr I have been able to watch you
    get better and better at taking pictures. Now you are even
    writing some poems or quotes that touch many people
    including myself. I am so very glad to be given a chance to
    watch you grow, and help others. To go and visit your photo
    stream is a little piece of heaven.
    ~ Love you lots Dad~"

    13th June, 2007

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    yufen* says:

    "I ran into Larry Bro's Image-Nation and was greeted with a wonder deer in a photo entitled “visitor” which was also the first photo I commented on. Larry is that little wonder deer who has led me leap around in his magnificent Kirkingdom full of an artist's sensitivity and creativity. Something very unique about his Image-Nation is that one always feels his tender presence just like the little deer that would turn around to check if you are missing your path from time to time. In other words, one feels his art works caring as if caring for the most fragile and vulnerable souls, thus healing; yet eloquent in their quiet artistic pursuits for perfection. As of lately, I've observed this wonder deer is leaping in a new dimension. I won't even worry if he should leap out of the frames, because there is no frame for the leap of art."

    25th May, 2007

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    ~Peliroja214~ says:

    "4Real a/k/a Larry's photostream caught my eye with his buffalo picture. The quality of his work is A+ and he keeps getting better and better. He is truly a creative person and I always love the quotes he chooses to go with his photographs. He always gives me encouraging and positive comments. Overall, a great new friend on Flickr."

    26th February, 2007

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    earthrhythms says:

    "Larry is a real gift to the Flickr community. He has a sense of humor that is infectious, but above all, is a person who sends out positive and encouraging words regarding ones photos and life in general. He obviously loves Nature as many of us do and puts care and thought into his photos and is willing to ask others for honest critiques of his work. Look into his gallery and enjoy his work.......you'll be pleasantly surprised!"

    17th February, 2007

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    strelitzia --- says:

    "ahhhhhh 4Real!!! a real talent here ,he makes very beautiful photos and he 's a very nice personne and i love his humour too !!!
    i'm happy having found him on flickr !!!!
    thank you Larry for your kindness and you beautiful work :)
    kiss :)"

    6th February, 2007

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    colorfulexpressions says:

    "Sensitive, Sincere, Humble and Appreciative are four words which immediately come to mind when I think of my newfound flickr friend. His images, descriptions and attention to detail invite the viewer into another world. This man is for real! Special Delivery Wishes for many creative, photographic adventures."

    9th January, 2007

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