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  • Carving a Path

    Photographed along West Prong Little River, in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, water winds its way around and through a rocky landscape. In the end, water always wins. You can find prints available here.

    Thanks for visiting!

    Phil

    May 27, 2023
    Nature, Photography

  • Black and White Cascades

    Prints available here. You can enjoy this black and white photography in a print on a wall in your home or office. Several varieties are available to select, when you visit my gallery at Pixels. This is Abrams Creek, located at Cades Cove in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee.

    Phil

    May 26, 2023
    Nature, Photography

  • Under the Road

    Returning from the Late Afternoon Delight location, I crossed the road and carefully descended a steep, twenty-foot hillside. At the base, I waded across the creek and found this scenic landscape view, as seen looking under a bridge (hence, the dark shadow) from one side of the road to the other. Prints available here.

    Phil

    May 25, 2023
    Nature, Photography

  • Poems in Comment

    Poems in Comment

    Over the passed few years, I’ve published several poems on my web site. Many are written in response to creative writings posted by friends, and, therein, are commonly entitled Poem in Response, or, Poem for a Friend.

    However, I also oftentimes include poetry in my comments, a few examples of which I’ve cited below…


    Title of Post With Link: “Her Cottage by the Sea (audio excerpt)“
    Poetess: Michele Lee

    On the wings of a love story that flies into emotions of an audience hungry for an honest, romantic read, your tale tantalizes and tugs at heart strings beautifully, as a hopeful pull into happiness.


    Title of Post With Link: “The Poetry of Abstract Art“
    Poetess: Kym Gordon Moore

    Painting poetry
    A haiku of seventeen
    Syllables of art


    Title of Post With Link: “Richland Creek“ – *
    Poetess: Holly Hunter

    Seeing your beautiful smile
    Getting underway
    Both elevates my spirits
    And brightens my day


    All Poems © 2023 Phil Perkins

    Note: * – this poem was written for Holly Hunter, though posted in the comment section of my web site.

    PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.

    Aja, by Steely Dan (1977) – see lyrics here.

    Phil

    May 25, 2023
    Music, Poetry & Writing

  • Late Afternoon Delight

    Late Afternoon Delight

    I shot this photograph yesterday afternoon in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. Originally, I planned on visiting Cades Cove, but the blue skies I’d anticipated had become hazy and bright, instead.

    So, I found a parking area and followed a creek back into the woods, pleased to find this mossy landscape with cascades and dappled light.

    You can find many fine prints available in my gallery, also – so, check it out.

    Phil

    May 24, 2023
    Nature, Photography

  • 2048 Martian Way

    2048 Martian Way

    It’s an unusual address, to be sure, and much larger than a single mailbox…in fact, it’s the entire planet Mars! But, rather than sending a letter, you should see it for yourself by visiting any of the following galleries:

    • Redbubble
    • Pixels
    • ArtPal

    Phil

    May 23, 2023
    Science Fiction, Space

  • Potter’s Falls

    Located along Crooked Fork Creek of Morgan Country, in Wartburg, Tennessee, these photographs are available as prints and include:

    1. Upper Potter’s Falls
    2. Lower Potter’s Falls

    Phil

    May 23, 2023
    Nature, Photography

  • Poem for a Friend

    Poem for a Friend

    I’ve said it before, that, “Her lovely smile has the power to compel poetry“. She’s Mukti Masih, a published author, podcaster, successful content writer and beautiful poetess from India. And, she’s also on my mind…

    Gorgeous brown eyes
    With shapely, strong thighs
    Luscious lips, sweet the taste, so divine

    Long, lustrous hair
    – a breath of fresh air
    Share the light of your love, let it shine

    © 2023 Phil Perkins


    PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.

    Lovely Day, by Bill Withers (1977) – see lyrics here.

    Phil

    May 22, 2023
    Music, Poetry & Writing

  • Morning Fog

    Morning Fog

    This morning photograph was taken using a zoom lens at Fall Creek Falls State Park in Tennessee, following rain and with fog lingering in a massive gorge. If you’d be interested in a print, then please visit my gallery to select the best option of several print types available. Thanks very much!

    Phil

    May 22, 2023
    Nature, Photography

  • Maze of Moss

    Maze of Moss

    Water winds its way through the forest and a maze of moss-covered rocks. This is Middle Prong Little River in the Smoky Mountains, a beautiful location that I hope you might enjoy in a frame on a wall in your home. Prints available here. Thanks for stopping by!

    Phil

    May 21, 2023
    Nature, Photography

  • Rocks in the River

    Rocks in the River

    Currents cascade downstream and around rocks as whitewater in this long exposure photograph, as seen in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee.

    If you’re interested in something new for an empty wall in your home or office, or simply looking for a great gift-giving idea, then you can find several prints available here.

    Thanks for stopping by!

    Phil

    May 20, 2023
    Nature, Photography

  • Poem: A Frisbee Dreams

    This post is written in response to Michele Lee’s What moves you (blog challenge). She’s an engaging, compelling author & lovely poetess from the Valley of the Sun, and I encourage readers to visit her site to learn more.

    A frisbee dreams
    Of summer flight
    Tossed in the air
    Both day and night

    Time on the ground
    Can never be
    The same as spin
    When flying free

    To sail aloft
    Upon the breeze
    In open fields
    Or through tall trees

    Play catch alone
    Or, with a friend
    Have fun outdoors
    On the weekend

    © 2023 Phil Perkins


    What started with a frisbee, long ago, now uses discs, instead – the sport of disc golf. It’s a very popular game, whether played as a leisure activity or competitively, and you can learn more about tournament play by visiting the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA).

    There are many different discs available for different shots, whether driving from the tee pad, playing an approach shot or putting into the chains of a basket to complete the hole. Of course, the design characteristics inherent in any given disc also directly affect its flight.

    Consider, for instance, a right-handed player throwing a typical backhand shot. When using overtsable plastic, the shot will always tend to finish to the left, or “hyzer”. Thrown slow, this left turn occurs immediately, whereas a more powerful throw causes the disc to hold the line (fly straight) further, before eventually succumbing to its stability and finishing left.

    If such plastic were thrown using a rightward (“anhyzer”) angle, the disc would initially fly to the right, then flatten out before regaining its stability in flight, and eventually drift back to finish left. This sort of throw can be useful to navigate around trees in a fairway.

    On the other hand, when a right-handed player throws an understable disc backhand, it tends to “flip” (turn to the right) and never comes back. This flight path can be effective in different circumstances, such as when throwing a backhand roller (on the ground) shot.

    Of course, the aforementioned examples occur in reverse when considering a left-handed player, or if a right-handed player throws a disc using a forehand (sidearm) style.

    And, in addition to backhand, forehand and roller throws, there are also skip shots, tomahawks, thumbers, grenades, and more, as well as different styles that players utilize when putting.

    In summary, disc golf is an inexpensive & fun game which can be played at courses all around the world and enjoyed by people of all ages. Plus, it’s a good way to get some exercise while moving outdoors.

    In this video, I’m throwing backhand with a midrange disc using the standard three-step footwork, and wearing this t-shirt which features one of my designs. It also appears as though I should have placed that plastic bag further away from the camera…lol

    Phil

    May 20, 2023
    Poetry & Writing

  • More Moss

    I shot this scene following rainfall while hiking in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, wherein the landscape appears much like a temperate rainforest – with moss everywhere!

    This photograph is available on fine prints, interesting gifts and apparel, in each of the following galleries…

    • Pixels
    • Redbubble
    • ArtPal

    Phil

    May 19, 2023
    Nature, Photography

  • Sun City

    You can find some cool products when visiting any of the following shops…

    • Pixels
    • Redbubble
    • ArtPal
    • Tee Public

    I hope you’ll find something you like to purchase – thanks for stopping by!


    Song for the Day

    Hot Fun in the Summertime, by Sly & The Family Stone (1969)

    Phil

    May 18, 2023
    Music, Structures, Surreal

  • Poem in Response

    Poem in Response

    Having read “What is Required of Me Today?“, written by a talented poetess and dear friend, Kym Gordon Moore – wherein she affirms the personal power of motivation applied to encourage others – I was inspired to write this poem in response…

    With positive vibrations
    Weaving words which resonate
    Visions of a brighter day
    Shared spreading love, never hate

    © 2023 Phil Perkins


    PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo from unsplash.com.

    Bright Side of the Road, by Van Morrison (1979) – see lyrics here.

    Phil

    May 17, 2023
    Music, Poetry & Writing

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