Listen to Tom while swimming thru my photostream. And don't slouch...

"I am a unique individual... just like everybody else."
(From 'I am my Own Best Casual Acquaintance', by Shanti Goldstein, Contemporary Books)

my web site (currently under construction)
videos on YouTube
Posting my photos on Flickr started primarily as a means to document some of my more recent travels (and a place to stick my photos to save space on my computer!). But attempts at more creative/artistic stuff is trickling in slowly, thanks to the inspirational work of many of my fellow flickr folk.
Previously I worked in a photo studio for 4 years as a printer & doing digital restorations. But I've also learned a thing or two here on Flickr, and am very happy to share ideas with others too. I consider myself an artist (musician 1st, photographer 2nd, other various odds & ends all tied for 3rd), but I work in healh care and am slowly moving towards a career in counselling.
I'll need it.
One group that I admin (not anymore) which I would like to invite people to check out is the
Highly Competitive Flickr 100 Best group. The title is self explanitory.
In November 2005, I started a group called "Before or After" (Not Now), which I think you may find is conceptually a little different from a lot of the groups you'll find on flickr.
Here are 3 more groups I started:
De-Motivators
ipod people
Your Movie Poster
I've been on Flickr since May, 2005. Spring, a good time for new beginnings...
Thanks for dropping by...

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Cameras I use now (as of Oct 8, 2005 & Dec 26, 2005 respectively) are:
-Pentax P30 SLR (generously dontated by Yawp Barbarian)
-Canon PowerShot A620 (X-Mas gift to myself)
the gear I was using prior to 2005 is not really worth mentioning!
Photos of Mr. Mark (1)
Mr. Mark's favorite photos from other Flickr members (1,970)
Contacts (516)
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Midnight-digital
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Groups (50)
- All silhouettes and shadows(P1/A2) 939 photos, 189 members
- Top Photography Group~Strictly Invitational 6543 photos, 2439 members
- Best VIDEOS on Flickr! 7413 photos, 3033 members
- Flickr Photographer Profiles Blog 164 photos, 2298 members
- MAGICAL! (Open for posting now!) AWARD 2 17725 photos, 5018 members
- ALMOST !! 186 photos, 71 members
- Ernesto 708 photos, 537 members
- 900+ Faves 1-2-3 (Post one,Comment and Fave two) 32 photos, 132 members
- Cuba Photos 3937 photos, 317 members
- *Nature* (2 COMMENTS / PHOTO use GROUP CODE) - CONTEST OPEN!! 300349 photos, 23017 members
- Heavenly-Italy 1002 photos, 713 members
- NinianLif's texture addicts 17176 photos, 3219 members
- Decisive Moment 47223 photos, 11022 members
- New York City 278728 photos, 18744 members
- 6 Photos – SeriesGroup 9494 photos, 1855 members
- Challenge Challenge Challenge Themes Daily 877 photos, 1233 members
- Flickr Challenge Group (PLEASE READ GROUP RULES) 11182 photos, 3399 members
- Havana 2351 photos, 96 members
- "Toronto is where I live" 61375 photos, 1494 members
- *THE PERFECT PHOTOGRAPHER(Quality Photos Only) - POST 1 AWARD 2 419967 photos, 42877 members
- Global Village 2 - POOL IS CLOSED - Most discussions OPEN 309721 photos, 18870 members
- National Geographic: Are You Good Enough? Post 1, Nominate 3 504733 photos, 48326 members
- GROUP FOR LOSERS WHO POST PHOTOS BUT DO NOT GIVE OUT AWARDS 26502 photos, 2714 members
- 2007-Your Single Best Shot 437 photos, 1058 members
- Best Photo of 2007 523 photos, 1022 members
- 800+ Faves 1-2-3 (Post one,Comment and Fave two) 36 photos, 131 members
- 700+ Faves 1-2-3 (Post one,Comment and Fave two) 60 photos, 188 members
- Everything about Zebra,Stripes and Geometry (Add 1 / Comment 1 ) 18303 photos, 3400 members
- Mega Shot Post 1, fave 2 5229 photos, 8586 members
- Lightness of being 6588 photos, 1069 members
- Top 20 Silhouette or Shadow Shots 15 photos, 589 members
- HALLOWEEN WORLDWIDE 14447 photos, 3497 members
- WorldPhotoDoc2007 - THE 2007 TOP-PHOTO 890 photos, 378 members
- WorldPhotoDoc2006 - THE 2006 TOP-PHOTO 132 photos, 43 members
- World100F – The QualityGroup 8488 photos, 2114 members
- Community Partnerships - Group Now Closed. 23 photos, 53 members
- The Duel Group (pool reserved for duel winners) 3511 photos, 2350 members
- Back in tha day 65 photos, 27 members
- Montreal 57070 photos, 2864 members
- Gaudi 12337 photos, 1569 members
- Gold 14577 photos, 2626 members
- 15 000 views + 600 faves 6 photos, 8 members
- 600+ Faves 1-2-3 (Post one,Comment and Fave two) 107 photos, 194 members
- Dark and Mysterious (post 1/comment 2) 3504 photos, 710 members
- Europe in Pictures 150364 photos, 3222 members
- Italy 135038 photos, 6784 members
- This Is Europe 129748 photos, 3177 members
- Stonehenge 2477 photos, 655 members
- A3B CHALLENGE 40167 photos, 3220 members
- *Challenge You* - 53rd Special Challenge - Counting Votes! 76970 photos, 5398 members
Testimonials (8)
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franknorquay says:
"The thing about Mr. Mark is that he is an enigma. No one knows for sure what makes him tick. Be he cuddly or conniving, bemused or bristling, the one they call Mr. will always keep you guessing. Be that as it may, I can tell you a few things I know for sure: Mark is spiritually enlightened. His wit is crafted to the point of absurdity. He is possessed of an almost canine sensuality. And that's good enough for me."
29th August, 2006
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*omnia* says:
"Mark is one of those rare individuals who not only consistently takes great photos, but also offers a lot of encouragement and support to fellow photographers. He is full of suprises, and seems to defy any categorisation. I really admire how resourceful and fresh his approach is, and also am very grateful for all his feedback. Mr Mark's photostream epitomises the phrase ... "watch and learn" :)"
22nd June, 2006
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Z 28 says:
"My brother from another mother. I ALWAYS routed for you man."
25th May, 2006
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l8sunrise says:
"Mr. Mark is one of the greatest people that I've met here on Flickr. He's got a rockin' personality! He's hilar (that's short for hilarious in case you were wondering)! His photos will brighten your day in an instant (I recommend looking at his box head collage! It's so funny! Oh! Also, check out his comic strip!) Did I mention that he is a great guy??? His work is full of character and full of life. After looking through his photos, you will feel as though you have traveled the world with him! Oh, he's a great guy by the way.
You will never have a boring day with Mr. Mark! I consider myself lucky to have met him here on Flickr. Thanks Mr. Mark for being such a great guy! :) You are an inspiration to us all!"7th May, 2006
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Wam Mosely says:
"Mr Mark's photos are fantastic, he's also a great bloke to boot.
You'll find some really outstanding stuff in his stream, and you won't regret leaving him a comment, as he's got a fresh personality, and leaves fantastic comments all over the place! :D
Great work Mr Mark!"25th April, 2006
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jamie B says:
"Forever diplomatic in administering Highly Competitive-Flickrs 100 Best he also provides wonderful photos and insightful commentary. Folks like Mr Mark are what make flickr grand."
8th January, 2006
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Yawp Barbarian says:
"Discovery. The bold frontier. Mark's photostream is a wealth of creativity, and exploration of various cultures, travels, and photographic techniques.
Fearless with composition, creative with photoshop, bold and daring in capturing the ordinary moments that surround us. His photos are funny, wickedly awesome, and continually explores different themes, and unique levels of experimentation.
His creativity is constantly evolving and takes the viewer on a wild journey of discovery. A wickedly crazy ride !!!
Simply awesome !!!"7th January, 2006
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Hans Speijer says:
"I just love this guy's photos. Good reviews and good personality. One of the more nice DeleteMe people I know."
8th December, 2005












