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the religious belief that a photograph can steal a soul
is still ingrained in many cultures worldwide.
this belief stems from the old folklore beliefs
that mirrors could steal or trap souls.

a photo captures a specific moment, the reality
as it existed, the energy of people and places
in a quick one second snap that renders
living, expanding energy motionless -
transforming the electricity of life
into something one dimensional...

and perhaps what connects us so deeply to
photographs is that some part of our souls
recognize the energy imprint,
the importance of documenting
the living, breathing, whirling, twirling,
crazysadbeautiful world around us...

and in the end, maybe the photographer has
less to do with trapping of souls or nullifying
energy, and everything to do with simply

honoring life itself.

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50mm f/1.4 Shooters 149,054 photos, 8,072 members
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Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM 67,283 photos, 5,348 members
Galveston, Texas 11,005 photos, 710 members
Urbex :: Urban Exploration 160,051 photos, 7,813 members
Closer and Closer Macro Photography 924,714 photos, 67,100 members
MACRO MONDAYS (please check weekly theme) 38,732 photos, 3,887 members
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Omg! Color! Yay! 3,605 photos, 271 members
Naturey Crap 75,114 photos, 3,016 members
Female Video Self-Portraits 520 photos, 1,765 members
No Rules Street Photography (NRSP) 28,853 photos, 1,809 members
Lovely Eyesore 22,495 photos, 6,525 members
Colorado River Trail 993 photos, 199 members
Houston Press Flickr Pool 21,280 photos, 743 members
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo 411 photos, 108 members
A Piece of Me 182,022 photos, 14,055 members
Life Arrivals & Departures 316 photos, 119 members
New & Learning II 534 photos, 72 members
Autoportrait 112,367 photos, 9,937 members
Urban Exploration - Exploring Abandonments 143,231 photos, 7,527 members
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Houston Arts Alliance (HAATX) 233 photos, 86 members
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Word Time 246 photos, 464 members
photogamer 4,842 photos, 1,480 members
Word on the Street (Read the Guidelines) 7,906 photos, 965 members
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Caturday 386 photos, 61 members
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Houston Flickr Weekends 224 photos, 58 members
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My Monday Music Advice 574 photos, 189 members
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Testimonials (12)

soonerpa says:

"One of my very first contacts on Flickr and for good reason has remained there.

I dont think anyone has inspired me as much as DHG. (And, not just photographically.)

She sees songs and hears photographs like no one else.

That perpetual assembly line of song, written word and images consistently produces a "look/style/thought" uniquely and unmistakably DHG.

She is a spiraling galaxy and I am just one bit of star dust caught in the gravitational pull.

Thanks DHG!"

5th May, 2012
Network Geek says:

"I'm honestly not sure what I appreciate more; her photos or her words. Ever thoughtful, both as a photographer and artist and as a person, her spirit is evident in her work. Though she may have legions of devoted fans, it never seems to go to her head, not even after a couple drinks with friends!

I look forward to seeing what her artistic vision brings us next, no matter what words she comes up with or what camera she uses to capture the image. Truly, she's the embodiment of the statement "The Photographer makes the picture, not the camera!""

4th May, 2012
Cher Ping says:

"Oh dear. I'm not sure which i enjoy more about DHG - her perspective + photos, or her wit + thoughtful responses.

Take the time to look at her photos, to enjoy her world and to comment on her pictures - you'll find many-a-hidden gem in her pictures and responses. :)"

24th December, 2008
mdoeser says:

"You can't know her until you have played her heads up, pocket kings against pocket kings."

24th March, 2009
Jennifer Lynn says:

"DHG and I met at an Assignment Houston Meet-Up on January 20th, 2007. I did not know of her photostream prior to that (shame on me) but I knew that I wanted to be her friend the instant I met her. She is the most beautiful, kind, warm-hearted person that I've ever crossed paths with. We connect on so many levels and I have a very special place for her in my heart. Thank you flickr for leading me to my best friend, my other half and the coolest cool kid on the planet.

She is one of the most talented photographers that I've come across; her attention to detail is more than amazing and her perspective is always unique. Her creativity never ceases to amaze me; I don't even have to say anything about her self portraits, they speaks volumes themselves.

DHG is a beautiful person all around. I'm so thankful for her friendship, for Meat Loaf, for our shenanigans and for the wonderful memories we've made together. I am a better (and much cooler) person because she's my friend and I'm looking forward to filling several chapters in my book of life with Meat Loaf and shenanigans."

28th February, 2008
Nick Today says:

"DHG is one of those people who if she left flickr there would be riots across the world. Her eye for photographic opportunities is as sharp as her quick wit. Plus she introduced me to using bold in comments as well as fantastic stickers and musical taste.
As soon as i turn 21 I'm road tripping across country to have a drink with DHG!"

24th December, 2007
The Fuzzball says:

"This chick is my friend from many lives before and many lives after. Not only is she an amazingly talented photographer, but she has one of the best souls I have ever encountered. Deep, smart, funny, bizarre...and she's sort of not ugly. Okay okay she's gorgeous. ;D Her photos inspire me and she's the best sensai a girl could have.

And now...Ima gonna buy her...a DRAAAAAAAAAAANK."

29th October, 2007
JonMorgan. says:

"This girl has some great work within her gallery and I love just to scroll through it every now and then to see all the new images she has brung to the world of FLICKr... she has such talent with a camera.."

26th October, 2007
airencracken says:

"People like darkhairedgirl make Flickr great. She's talented, nice, and has a great sense of humor. Browsing her stream is an experience in the best sense of the word."

19th October, 2007
Fayza says:

"Cindy Margolis who? DHG is THE most beautiful woman on the Internet, with brains, talent, and great taste in music (and alcoholic beverages) to boot!"

6th September, 2007
thee most exalted potentate of love says:

"She's exactly the type of girl I'd love to drink Jagermeister with (and whose front porch, I'm guessing, is very accomodating).

Oh, and her photos are fantastic as well."

8th May, 2007
comanche_ says:

"I just noticed there are no testimonials here ! ... C'mon, check out the 19 pictures on explore ! ...She always comes up with cool stuff and I very much appreciate her sharing it with us ! ... It's fun here !"

28th February, 2007