Back to the 50s in Minnesota
Every June, thousands of vintage vehicles (and the people who love them) converge in St Paul, Minnesota, to go “Back to the 50s” for the weekend. Come along Back to the 50s with me About Read More …
Category: Minneapolis / Saint Paul Twin Cities Metro Area
Travel guides and stories about the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Twin Cities Metro Area in the American state of Minnesota
Early spring blossoms at Eloise Butler Wildflower Gardens, Minneapolis
Minnesota’s spring wildflowers are generally dainty little things, very different from the bold spring flowers of the southwest. However, in sufficient quantity, they can be equally dramatic. That drama was on display two weeks ago Read More …
The Northern Trail at the Minnesota Zoo
While I was at the Minnesota Zoo last weekend specifically to spend time learning to take pictures of birds along the Tropical Trail, it was a nice enough day that I also spent some time Read More …
A tropical escape at the Minnesota Zoo
I’ve had about enough of cold grey weather, so it was a treat to take a pretend vacation last weekend along the Tropical Trail at the Minnesota Zoo. Even without any sunshine to brighten the Read More …
A Public Celebration of the Days of the Dead in Minneapolis
After spending most of the afternoon photographing the Kalpulli Ketzal Coatlicue Aztec dance group at a private Dia de los Muertos (Days of the Dead) celebration, we moved to on to a public celebration at Read More …
Celebrating the Days of the Dead in Minneapolis: Transformation
The simple act of donning elaborate headdresses transformed the dancers of Kalpulli Ketzal Coatlicue into otherworldly beings. A Private Celebration of the Days of the Dead Fancy Footwork A Public Celebration of the Days of Read More …
A Private Celebration of the Days of the Dead in Minneapolis
The beginning of November brings Dia de los Muertos – the Days of the Dead. Although today this celebration is often linked to the Catholic All Soul’s Day, Dia de los Muertos has ancient roots, Read More …
Orchids at the Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair is in full swing with all the farm animals, midway rides, and fried food on a stick anyone could ever hope for. But there are also less well-known attractions that some Read More …
Rushing Water at Minnehaha Falls, Minneapolis, Minnesota
It’s been a wet spring here in the Twin Cities, which means that Minnehaha Creek through Minneapolis is rushing over the falls in a tumbling torrent. This has drawn large numbers of people to the Read More …
After Dark at Mickey’s Dinner, Saint Paul, Minnesota
On one of the first warm evenings of spring, we took the convertible out and headed downtown to photograph the city at night. Despite gorgeous weather, the streets were nearly empty. There wasn’t a lot Read More …