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He was trying out a new set of lights. I suppose these were taken around 1956.

This is the light and camera set-up Dad used when he first opened his studio. There were always budget constraints -- I think he never owned a brand new equipment. He was able to get a more sophisticated set up after several years of operating the studio, however, particularly improving his lighting eqipment. Behind the curtains and backdrop was a door which led to a large unfinished storage area into which light crept though large windows which had some kind of paint on them. The light had a diffused quality and there were shelves strewn with various objects standing before the windows. Also, many cobwebs festooned the objects and windows. It was one of my favorite retreats.

Sometimes pollen gets in our eyes and up our nose, but the sights and aromas of life can be beautiful.

"Just living is not enough... one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower." ~Hans Christian Andersen

"In the book of life, the answers aren't in the back." ~Charlie Brown

Zang Huang's Three Heads Six Arms. Taken several years ago. Developed recently in Lightroom.

This large bronze sculpture was exhibited temporarily near the Asian Museum