BaldyGull's photostream  

I’m a 49 yr. old, married, father to 4 great kids (the oldest 3 are 13 yr. old triplets and my youngest is 10) and a couple of dogs.
I’ve always had a love for taking pictures, way back to Polaroids, and Kodak Instamatic pocket cameras in the late 60’s and early 70’s. I got my first 35mm (Minolta XG-1) in the early 80’s and was amazed at the difference in photo quality from my prints. I’ve always had a love for the outdoors and nature/scenery photography (and still do when time permits). But, after marriage and the birth of our triplets, outdoor photo time became non-existent! My focus then shifted to shots of the kids, then time slipped away and I really didn’t have much time to take pictures anymore. A Disney trip in 2001 triggered the purchase of my first digital P&S camera (We went through a few of those!!!). As the kids became more involved in sports, the lag time of P&S’s didn’t meet my needs as a sports photographer. I now own a Nikon D300s and a D70s . (update: after my D70s was stolen, it was replaced with a D90, by the insurance company)

I had always wanted to be a photographer when I grew up. That hasn’t changed... I’m just waiting until I grow up! I still can’t wait!!!

This photostream is where I post not only my work as a sports/portrait photographer, but also, and mainly, my shots of my life... from my kids activities to events with family and friends. I'm heavily involved in coaching some of my kids' activities. I hope you enjoy your little browse through my photostream... and you're welcome to return when you like!