This photo is my 2000th flickr upload. I must admit a certain addiction to flickr. I know I'm not alone.
I've been using flickr since August 9, 2004, just short of four years. Man, does time go by quickly.
The notoriety from my Lensbaby and TtV work has been a great way to make more contacts – and it's just so rewarding to see you get excited about new discoveries in Photography. If it weren't for your willingness to share information, flickr wouldn't have the attraction it does for me – so, in turn, I try to help anyone who has questions.
For me, Photography is all about experimentation and play.
I enjoy looking at your photographs and I look at as many as I possibly can each day. I read through comments others have left on your work and try to add my own. I like to find photographs in your stream that don't get a lot of attention, but are just as good. I look through your favorites all the time. You have great taste.
Thank you for your visits, comments and also for the inspiration you bring me on a daily basis.
I Believe - R.E.M. (Life's Rich Pageant)
getthebubbles, dusty sevens, Mauropm, Thomas Hawk, and 12 other people added this photo to their favorites.

Los Penguinos 61 months ago | reply
thank YOU russ - for 2000 (and counting) great shots.
original_ann 61 months ago | reply
Thank YOU Russ - - you are truly a genuine flickr gem :)
(elise) 61 months ago | reply
Thank you Rustman!!! Thanks for all the inspiring shots, and all your help!!
Betti Bettina [deleted] 61 months ago | reply
Thank you Rustman. a photo is not just a photo. it's like to see sometimes shots of life through your eyes.
getthebubbles 61 months ago | reply
thanks to you! I think your shots were some of the first I faved, back in 2005. and you still are an inspiration and I've added another fav :)
fitzhughfella 61 months ago | reply
Hang on in there Rustman - I will always be grateful for the help you gave me, particularly in the TtV arena.
Thomas Hawk 61 months ago | reply
Congrats on the milestone! A great photograph!
mari 66 30 months ago | reply
thanks for the CC license, I used this for my blog post today marisworld.wordpress.com/2010/11/25/things-to-be-thankful...