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I"m an avid amateur photographer who's just getting started in digital and macro.
I live in Fort Lauderdale with my wife and our two kids, a 20 yr old son and an 18 year old daughter.
I've been to hell and back with a lifetime's use of drugs and alcohol. You name it and I've used it. I got clean before crack cocaine but I did plenty of freebase and tons of various kinds of opiates!
I now have 27 years clean( November 19th 1982)...hence the nickname Mr Clean1982...that...AND the fact that I have a completely shaved head.
My Mother passed away very suddenly, late last year and the grief was unbearable. I have been blessed with hundreds of wonderful friends...but my Mom, truly was my best friend.
When my wife bought me a camera for our 19th wedding anniversary, I felt the world come alive again! I see things through the eye of the lens and I've become so much more aware of the world around me...maybe THAT'S why I love macro so much!
A friend turned me on to Flickr in January and I've been "logged in" ever since!
I'm looking forward to becoming a better photographer with the help of the people here!
All of my photographs are Copyrighted and All Rights Reserved. They may not be used or reproduced in any way without my permission. If you'd like to use one of my images for any reason, please contact me.
MrClean1982's favorite photos from other Flickr members (5,517)
Contacts (826)
Groups (50)
- It's a Wonderful World ~INVITE ONLY / P1-AWARD3 /Winners! 7,676 photos, 1,036 members
- Florida Bird Photography 320 photos, 79 members
- The Complete Book of North American Butterflies 14 photos, 22 members
- "Quality Only" Scape Club --> NEW Contest Open 3,800 photos, 837 members
- "Quality Only" Butterfly Club --> VOTE Time for Contest 1,835 photos, 595 members
- !!Perfect Composition!! 268,630 photos, 8,286 members
- "FRIENDS" P1/A2 ~ Welcome 2012! 488,578 photos, 13,180 members
- Fine Gold 184,011 photos, 12,465 members
- Mother Nature's Green Earth - Post 1 Award 3 22,515 photos, 1,804 members
- The wonderful world of birds (P1/A2) *JAN COMP OPEN! 57,861 photos, 4,866 members
- Blink Again Level 1 P1/A3 no children sweeping in progress 123,907 photos, 10,768 members
- Eclectic Gallery (post 1, comment any 1) 22,936 photos, 1,247 members
- Panther Ridge Conservation Center 176 photos, 14 members
- The Nature Photographer ( Invite your Friends) 14,224 photos, 900 members
- Ruby/Rubis (poste 1 ~ comme 2 ~ invitez 1) 1,848 photos, 193 members
- F-Stop - Nature, Landscape & Wildlife 18,995 photos, 896 members
- Eastern Ontario Raptors and Owls 3,811 photos, 344 members
- New Photo Page Preview 0 photos, 3,726 members
- Phoenix Immortal (Admin Invite) 100+F 687 photos, 368 members
- Deep Colors of Nature : Frontpage contest OLD & NEW 33,255 photos, 2,235 members
- ***A Place For Great Photographers*** Level 1 Please Award 3 108,911 photos, 6,262 members
- :: Floripondios & Bixos :: (sube 1, comenta 3) 12,593 photos, 1,140 members
- *Earth *Nature *Life 18,679 photos, 697 members
- Nature's Beautiful Photography - INVITE ONLY P1 - C1 24,327 photos, 2,390 members
- Flowers Macro World - Feel free to join us! 186,093 photos, 16,436 members
- Naturally Wonderful/ Invite only/ Post 1 comment 3 8,437 photos, 1,348 members
- SIMPLY YOUR BEST PHOTO (Post 1/ Award 3) / SWEEPER IS ON NOW 16,254 photos, 1,906 members
- Alphaholics Anonymous 11,281 photos, 173 members
- Colors Of The Heart! *Invited Images Only*! 58,276 photos, 7,405 members
- ◇Fauna and Flora◇ P1/C2 - Contest : "Pretty Squirrels" 96,864 photos, 4,554 members
- Best Of DAMN! I Wish I'd Taken That 22,030 photos, 4,542 members
- Capturing the Butterfly Beauty (New Contest!) 12,446 photos, 1,095 members
- NATURE'S PRIME (post 1 award 4) Contest: Hugs & Kisses-ENTER 196,275 photos, 13,925 members
- Nature's Garden (Post 1:Comment3:Sweeper Active!) 47,557 photos, 6,209 members
- Whats Alan Eating? 34 photos, 24 members
- Just so beautiful! Macro-Close Up-C/3 4,345 photos, 390 members
- "HERPTILES UNITED " 2,869 photos, 167 members
- SPECTACULAR MACRO (Only Bugs & Spiders) POST 2 LOGO POOL PLEASE 13,856 photos, 1,290 members
- The Light Painters Society 241,795 photos, 12,519 members
- Shoot Miami 4,950 photos, 273 members
- Flickr Walkabout Group 4,886 photos, 1,823 members
- S Johnson & Tintinian's Fauna - High Quality Images Only! 37,254 photos, 4,708 members
- Monday Blues 16,596 photos, 2,400 members
- Magic Unicorn : The Very Best - by Invite only *Award 3* 31,214 photos, 1,812 members
- Nature's wildlife animals and birds 23,945 photos, 578 members
- Tail of the Dragon / US129 174 photos, 42 members
- Awesome Picture Award (Invite Only) 19,107 photos, 6,905 members
- "Winged Wonders"-- Birds Only-- Invite Only (Post 1, Award 2) 37,625 photos, 4,622 members
- I like your style! (1 Post - 1 Com - 1 Inv) 11,516 photos, 1,545 members
- Macro +++ (Invite only / Comment 3) 2,370 photos, 493 members
Testimonials (16)
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Gail Hicks says:
"This is a man with passion for his photography after my own heart. If you will read his profile you will find a man with strong will that can and has conquerd his goals......I admire him so much always anxious for his next upload....he will always leave you comments and award you with wonderful images ....I consider him a dear friend and Im sure you would too, Gail"
8th September, 2008
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mind'seye..(Pat) says:
"Besides being one of the nicest guys here on Flickr, he holds the prestigous rank, of Master Photographer. He probably doesn't even know it yet..
He is a comically gifted and photograpically adept.. The macros he presents are with the most vivid color and clarity.. He truly loves marco and as so do I.
Seems his eyes are always open to his surroundings and with camera in hand, shoots the most exciting images for us to enjoy.
You can tell he's a nature lover. As well as the best friend you could ever have here on Flickr. Please come back and visit his gallery often, you will never be disappointed.. (He knows how to put a smile on your face too.)
"Way to go, Kenny"....... Big hugs, Pat"19th July, 2008
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psvrusso says:
"MrClean discovers for us wonderful and colorful world of flowers, insects, birds and animals and their symbiosis in nature.
Every time I enter Flickr I look at his photostream to see new interesting photos and to get positive emotions.
With respect from Russia,
Sergey Podkolzin."2nd March, 2008
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Lenny Furman says:
"Kenny is a wonderful photographer.
His images are so beautiful and clear.
There is no subject he cannot photograph.
I especially love his flowers and insects.
Kenny is also a Great friend and admired
by many flickr contacts. Keep up the great
work my friend, Lenny Furman"16th November, 2007
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Semmi says:
"MrClean is a nice, open-hearted man, full of wit, fun and joy of life. That all is reflected in his perfect takes. Thank you / Irene"
1st November, 2007
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HUSTON PHOTOGRAPHY says:
"MrClean has an awesome photostream. Hes got talent and a love for his photographic skill. The tools for a great photographer.
Jeanie"29th October, 2007
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(Bill and Mavis) - B&M Photography says:
"Kenny is a great photographer and seems to be always upbeat about life. He is a great guy and loves nature. I am glad to be his friend!"
22nd October, 2007
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Melissa_A says:
"Oh my where to start about MrClean!! He is one of the first I met on flickr and I was so inspired by his talent for photography. His love for all things nature inspire me everyday. He takes some of the most amazing animal shots you will find on flickr. And to top that off I have always adored his sense of humor! His titles crack me up!!
Please visit his gallery his talent is amazing. Thanks for being such a great friend and an insperation to me and to others!"8th October, 2007
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jamestraceur says:
"It's the first time I'm writing a testimonial here on flickr, but I felt I just had to, after reading his profile... We might not know each other, but your simple testimony speaks volumes, and is an example for inspiration and strength... Just like to encourage you to keep shooting =) Its not just the works, but the man behind it tells a far greater story... All the best =)"
4th August, 2007
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tv writer says:
"From the earliest time I can remember, my “big brother” Kenny looked at the world through the lens of the camera. As we were growing up, he was incredibly passionate about photography – he even turned an old backyard shed into a darkroom, spending hours turning out one masterpiece after another. Kenny was never afraid to experiment, and his work was truly amazing, with a maturity that belied his years.
As he got older, his passions changed just a bit, and he got involved in some pretty bad stuff (as he is quite open to discuss with you, if you’d like!).
Now, almost 25 years clean and sober, and with the help of a new digital camera from his beautiful wife Jamie, he has rediscovered his first passion … and lucky us, we get to share in this beauty.
Kenny is one of the warmest, funniest and most generous human beings I’ve ever met, and I think all of that comes through in his art. He’s also incredibly supportive – just the fact that you’re reading this means you were touched in some way by his photos or his thoughts and comments.
Kenny, thank you for introducing me to Flickr when I wasn’t sure I’d belong, (and for the Pro Account!)
I love you - your baby sister, Vicky"17th July, 2007
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khasan says:
"Your photostream is just delightful! It will take me a while to absorb it all.
For me nature's beauty and a sense of humor are essentials in life--and learning, always learning.
Just wanted to thank you for adding me as a contact."1st July, 2007
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catsoff2you says:
"Your macro work of nature is stunning....it is such an inspiration to see your beautiful photography! Your testimony is so humbling...thanks for sharing through your lense and your heart.
Janine"21st June, 2007
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nathan_saksena says:
"I have not yet read such a candid and self confessed introduction of a person. It makes me like you more and remember you for my lifetime. It is so beautiful to see the positivity you have, which is so apparent from your absolutely magnificent photography. It not only shows your outside but also what lies within you. Your world is so clean, as I can see from your photostream. Trust me what you have gone through and how you have changed in last 24 years is a lot to do with determination and will power. That reflects from the clarity and composition of your photos, which really requires so much patience to achieve such perfection. I have always loved your photos, but read your profile today and trust me I immediately felt like writing to you. That is how impacting your description is. Touched my heart!! But above all, your photos touch my soul.
BEAUTIFUL!!
NITIN, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA"18th June, 2007
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Laura Travels says:
"Rarley will you find a photostream with such consistently high-quality images. The level of perfection in each photo is one that few will ever achieve. Not only is each image so technically well executed, they are also stunningly artistic and creative! I find it very hard to believe that this hasn't been a lifelong endeavor to reach this level of competence and talent. MrClean1982's work is no doubt professional caliber. Thank you MrClean for sharing your art with us all."
15th June, 2007
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photogenesis ... says:
"If high quality stunning nature/macro shots are your thing, then look no further - Mr Clean is the man!
Great work my friend, thank you for sharing your inpirational work with the rest of us!"15th May, 2007
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Chocolate-Photography UK says:
"MrClean 1982 became one of my first contacts when i sold my soul to flickr earlier this year, and I am compelled and honoured to write my first testimonial in tribute to his glorious photography.
When you first glimpse this photosteam, the quality,vibrancy and clarity of the work is what first grabs you, and pulls you straight in, and on closer inspection you feel the passion and wonder he has for the beautiful world that surrounds him, this is presented sometimes with humour and always with sensitivity.
As an artist he nails it EVERY time and as a flickr friend, warm, fun and generous.
If you havn't been through this photostream yet, you must, and those of you I see nodding in agreement as you read these words, you obviously know his work already.
Mr Clean (Kenny) I look forward wholeheartedly to seeing much more from you, your photos for me are a warm and happy place to be, my flickr world wouldn't be as rich without you.
Thankyou so much for sharing your world with us."20th March, 2007
- Joined:
- September 2005
- Hometown:
- Miami Beach, Fl
- Currently:
- Fort Lauderdale, Fl, United States
- I am:
- Male and Taken
- Occupation:
- Co-Founder of www.InTheRooms.com
- Website:
- http://www.InTheRooms.com











