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"It began in mystery, and it will end in mystery, but what a savage and beautiful country lies in between". -- Diane Ackerman

I am a 54 year old father of five and a grandfather of three who discovered photography later rather than sooner. I love taking pictures of anything and everything and do not feel the need to limit myself in anyway to any one particular subject. In other words if I like it I will take a picture of it. I have many contacts on Flickr and a few friends, some have come many have gone but the real ones remain and I enjoy their company.

Do not use my photos in anyway without my expressed written permission. If you are going to use them commercially, that is for profit then expect to pay for them. I reserve all final rights to my pictures.

Thank you.

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Contacts (122)

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Flower Power(post 1 comment 2) 1,601 photos, 176 members
Nice Shot! ~ 7 Levels ~ P1 A5 ~ Sweeper Active 289,600 photos, 16,796 members
Magical Moments ! (post 1 / comment 2) 25,596 photos, 1,463 members
The Lighthouses of Wisconsin 649 photos, 98 members
We Photographers (Post 1 - Comment 1) 1,047 photos, 104 members
Portraits Shot's 25,223 photos, 2,472 members
Nikon D3000 166,734 photos, 7,010 members
Starbucks Coffee Company 7,906 photos, 4,743 members
FLORES Y MAS FLORES/FLOWERS AND MORE FLOWERS -COMENTE 2 PLIS¡¡ 62,159 photos, 3,265 members
Favorites of Bushra & Sons 16,101 photos, 322 members
Flickr United (Award 3) 316,886 photos, 15,627 members
Photo Guestbook 25,123 photos, 950 members
₪ ZEN`sational World ₪ (Add 1/ Award 4) 242,719 photos, 10,695 members
My Civilization - Post 1 / Award 3 - Rule Break = BAN 24,005 photos, 1,593 members
Unlimited Woman 59,861 photos, 7,172 members
*REFLECTIONS* 65,828 photos, 9,775 members
The Lie of the Land (add one, comment one) 16,714 photos, 1,043 members
Places You Visit 33,869 photos, 1,420 members
SONY A200 DSLR (ALL (A) Mount SHOTS WELCOME) 18,326 photos, 648 members
Universe of Nature (P.1 / 5 GIVE)[NO People]SWEEPER ACTIVE! 201,478 photos, 18,636 members
My, What A Wonderful World Of Photography! 6,442 photos, 499 members
♥ ♥ ♥ Shining Hearts ♥ ♥ ♥ Post 1 , Award 5!!! 16,171 photos, 2,931 members
FEMME . MULHER . WOMAN . MUJER . FRAU . DONNA . ЖЕНЩИНА . 5,129 photos, 393 members
AU QUOTIDIEN 4,937 photos, 182 members
BRETAGNE AU QUOTIDIEN 588 photos, 42 members
Magical 7,943 photos, 414 members
Lake Michigan Weather 4,619 photos, 402 members
Flickr Social Club 540,871 photos, 30,567 members
Flickr Community (INVITE ALL CONTACTS) 593,387 photos, 39,877 members
FLORES POR LA PAZ (Pos 1 Awar 2) 38,316 photos, 3,614 members
Passion Of The Heart (Post 1 Award 2 ) 41,301 photos, 3,689 members
Súper fotografías en macros(Sube 1,Premia 3) *Sweeper Active* 12,209 photos, 2,152 members
THE DARK HORSE AWARD * Post 1 Award 4* NO Nudity 19,261 photos, 1,580 members
The power of flowers (Post 1, Award 3 7,829 photos, 1,350 members
Fruits et légumes 54,590 photos, 12,292 members
Creatively Casual 7,583 photos, 433 members
Kodak EasyShare Z812 IS 6,860 photos, 307 members
Black&White Photography 27,255 photos, 1,780 members
Digital Photographer 12,780 photos, 523 members
League of the Empty Chair 12,313 photos, 9,276 members
Photographers' Rights. 202 photos, 3,426 members
The photographers of planet Earth / Los fotógrafos del planeta 1,521 photos, 121 members
MONOCHROME AWARD - (p1~a2) Join our new contest, the Forrest!!! 176,132 photos, 9,316 members
Wind Swept Hair 390 photos, 181 members
!★ Creative Photographer on Flickr ★ Post 1 , Award 1 !!! 72,754 photos, 5,790 members
National Geographic: Are You Good Enough? Post 1, Nominate 3 919,071 photos, 68,021 members
*That's MY Photo ! * 54,932 photos, 2,314 members
Tazewell County Illinois 13 photos, 2 members
A day in the life of ours... 20,007 photos, 2,366 members
Flowers,FLOWERS,Flowers ! P1-AWARD 2 48,579 photos, 5,179 members

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Testimonials (15)

yaoayao55 says:

"Photos in his collection.the world is full of enthusiasm. the spirit of life."

26th April, 2009
micoletán(María) says:

"Amigo Charles: Entrar a tu galería es como llegar a un sueño lleno de magia y belleza. Felicitaciones."

4th December, 2008
logsdon_mry says:

"I've never wrote a testimonial before , I remmber when charles became one of my contact, he put some really beautiful pictures on. The pictures that he puts on is like you feel you are right there or you wished you were there . The outdoors, flowers, etc. they are so beautiful . The flowers he put on this summer are also beautiful . He has came a long way . and I enjoy getting on here and seeing his photo's Thank you Charles for so many beautiful pictures. and comments ."

26th October, 2008
msuvanoba & xeloba says:

"i don't know where i must start...your images truly fascinate me. they open my mind and allow me to see the beauty in all things. you are very very talented.And you always make us happy for your beautiful comments=) thans so much for everything,for being our life,for your beautiful clicks..."

12th October, 2008
ang1104 says:

"Everyone is correct about my brother. He is a great guy who definitely loves his family. It is hard to find a more caring individual in this world. He is the best person I know. I'm not the photographer he is so I am his only contact with the square gray face. His pics are awesome and he keeps getting better. Chuck, your photos are always beautiful and what you can do with them amazes me. Keep up the great pics. I love seeing them."

10th September, 2008
.Redi. says:

"A mi mas incondicional amigo que aunque este en el otro lado del mundo siempre se acuerda de mi.
Su galería es como un jardín de primavera, mostrándonos flores bellas,a veces creo percibir hasta su aroma. Ah! y me encantan los efectos de Orton de algunas de sus preciosas fotos

A "Chuck le encanta la naturaleza, su familia sus amigos , gracias por compartir todo tu amor con nosotros. Muac"

24th August, 2008
amlapedalemap says:

"Chuck you are a fabulous photographer and a wonderful friend. You were one of my first contacts and have been a faithful friend ever since. Every day I look forward to your postings because I know they will be fantastic. I have learned much about photography from you, your photos and techniques. I love your sense of humor and really appreciate the comments you leave on my photos. It is obvious from your photos you are a loving husband, father and grandpa. I enjoy seeing your family. Thank you for being my friend.
LOL"

19th August, 2008
*Lynne says:

"The first work of art I saw in Chuck’s photo stream was the beautiful “Springs Creek”. The enhancement technique he has mastered is amazing and I know for a fact that it is very labor intensive and I always wonder how much time he has spent on a piece that he's taken over the top. I also love his Grandson Charlie and we all know what a relationship that is—pure adoration that goes both ways.

Take the time to go back into the early days in Chuck’s stream and you can see that he has always been good; but has evolved into a superior photographer with the most amazing post processing skills—his work is like no other I’ve seen on Flickr.

Hugs Chuck, glad to call you my friend!"

12th July, 2008
♥ Lala ♥ says:

"You are such a wonderful person, supporting friend. Its always nice to look at your next inspiring photograph uploaded. Your photos are not ordinary ones, viewing them you get the magic of the moments when they were taken. I am honored to call you my friend, Chuck!
With love, Lala"

7th July, 2008
Angria says:

"Chuck is one of the best persons I have found in flickr. He's affectionate, kind, intelligent and with a great sense of humor. He has become one of my best friends. He always finds the right word to make you feel better.
His pictures are a reflection of his bright personality.
Chuck is one of the reasons what I'm glad to be in here for.
Thanks for your warm friendship."

17th June, 2008
Nadia L* says:

"Chuck is a very special friend for me... a kind man with a real sweetness, a very big sense of humour and I do appreciate how he loves nature, his friends and his family... a special way to let us share his children, cousins and Little Charlie who is a wonderful boy, enchanting us with his adorable smiles... thank you Chuck to be my friend and for your kind comments, every day, for every photo."

2nd May, 2008
doraeimages says:

"Cphilrun's photos have a special charm. He shows us fairy tales' forests, and lovely sights of the lake. His photos remind me the ocean that I miss so much (despite they are photos of the lake). About Chuck, he is a very kind person, so attentive and polite with his Flickr's friends. He is my best Flickr's friend. I appreciate you so much."

18th January, 2008
Lynn 3nglish says:

"when i joined flickr, chuck's photos were the first that i viewed. he shows us such talent with the camera that he has me mesmerized. his personality comes through like a good painting. depth, contrast, clarity, choice of subject etc, pure professionalism.
yes, chuck, stay with us here at flickr for our "enjoy" fix for the day.

your flickr friend,

lynn"

13th January, 2008
~Princess Kitteh~ says:

"Chuck is such a sweet guy and if you want to see some beautiful shots of the midwest , take a look though his pics ! He also does very beautiful orton effects ! Being a big Chicago Bear fan, I love his icon, he looks like Mike Ditka : ) Hugs my friend : )"

8th January, 2008
DJ46 says:

"After losing contact with my cousin for over 20 odd something years we finally found each other again. Charles is a wonderful person, a great cousin and has broad shoulders that I tend to lean on from time to time.
Glad we found each other again, Love you cousin !"

3rd November, 2007