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HULETT UNLOADERS An iconic fixture on Cleveland’s Whiskey Island was the Huletts, known for their grasshopper-like appearance and ability to quickly unload ore ships in the early 20th century. This was an old film shot I’d taken in the summer … Continued

Yellow Bullhead YELLOW BULLHEAD – I’ve been a photography volunteer at our local Metroparks system for many years and have contributed work to display and print publications. One of my more unique projects was helping to document fish of NE … Continued

Grotto Cliffs – Bruce Peninsula GROTTO CLIFFS, BRUCE PENINSULA – My wife and I have visited Canada over the years for sightseeing, hiking and photo excursions. An incredible area is the Bruce Peninsula in Ontario which is a UNESCO World … Continued

December Skyline DECEMBER SKYLINE – The Cleveland Flats is home to dozens of bridges, many of them dating back to the early 20th Century. One such is the Lorraine Carnegie (Hope Memorial) which features the iconic eight Guardians of Transportation. … Continued

Lantern Parade LANTERN PARADE THE CIRCLE – For many years the Cleveland Museum of Art has staged this wonderful event using the costume and exhibit talents of local artists. The flowing motion and energy of this scene on Wade Oval … Continued

Innerbelt Bridge Welder INNERBELT WELDER – People at work can be fascinating subjects, especially when the composition takes on an other-worldly aspect. Shot with a long lens to isolate the background in a unique situation, this welder appears as an … Continued

Inside The Machine INSIDE THE MACHINE – The City Museum of St. Louis is an incredible hands-on exhibition area and playground which occupies an old 10-story show factory. The city block edifice contains Architecture, sculpture, artwork, climbing structures, suspended aircraft … Continued

Leonard Bernstein The renowned composer Leonard Bernstein gave a press conference at Shillitos Department Store in 1973 to kick off the annual May Festival. 1972 Presidential Election Rally – Cleveland Arena Pictured L – R: Ohio Governor John Gilligan, Oh … Continued