Snowmageddon 2021
Snowmageddon
2021
The rare occurrence of snow has struck once again in the lowlands of Western Washington. The chaos that ensues after the snow is always incredible to me. I grew up playing in the snow as well as living in Spokane and the Silver Valley for a couple of years. The snow is one of my favorite things.
Snow falling on the water in Port Orchard.
Though, seeing the snow in the lowlands of Western Washington is always a different feeling to me. Growing up here we never would see much at all. Maybe once or twice a year if we were lucky. During this round of snow about a foot of snow fell in town which was pretty incredible to wake up to.
Evening stroll
Evening stroll part 2
Waterman Pier
Later on, in the evening the storm started to roll in with full force. The winds were absolutely howling. The was causing white-out conditions and snowdrifts were forming in front of your eyes (okay not really that bad but you get the idea).
The next morning after the brunt of the storm had passed we woke up to almost a foot of snow! Of course, we got up early and headed out for a quick drive around town before all the folks who can’t drive or shouldn’t drive in the snow were out. The town looked gorgeous with the fresh blanket of snow over it. After getting out for the short jaunt around town it was time to head back and enjoy the snow day at home.
My drone was almost hit by a flock pigeons..
The day called for Ranch Water (tequila, lime juice, and Topo Chico), and my first attempt at making the traditional Spanish dish; Paella. It was my first attempt but definitely not my last one. I plan on trying it again next week after we finish eating this batch. This round of it was slightly improvised since I had most but not all of the ingredients I would need. Next time will be a smaller batch of seafood paella.
The first attempt of paella.
Until next time everyone!
PS: I still have some limited edition metal prints over in my shop!
Corn Country - A black and white set
Some time spent at home waiting for the winter to kick off has me sitting around at the computer a little more often. I’ve spent some of that time going back through some photos I didn’t spend much time with.
This is a revisit to some photos from the heart of farming in America.
Zilker Botanical Garden - Austin, Texas
I’ve been down in Austin, Texas for a few weeks now. The city is one of the most interesting I have been to so far. Full of good beer and good food (Go check out Nomadic Beerworks near SOCO). Along with some incredible places tucked right in the middle of the city. The Botanical Gardens at Zilker was an incredible place to spend most of the day. Wandering around the gardens I couldn’t help but be drawn back to the Zen Garden and the Prehistoric Gardens. I found myself wandering back between the two for a few hours. Searching for a composition under the hard sun was a challenge. Trying to see it I found myself switching the picture style on my camera to black and white to help myself see the scenes with some fresh eyes. Which gave me a little inspiration to make the time I spent here as a black and white series. My time in Texas has been fun. Exploring a new city and the lands around it have been nothing but fun. Off to Nebraska soon..
Zilker Botanical Garden 2019
Zilker Botanical Garden 2019
Zilker Botanical Garden 2019
Zilker Botanical Garden 2019
Zilker Botanical Garden 2019
Zilker Botanical Garden 2019
If there is a photograph you would like to order a print of reach out by email and lets chat. Print gallery will be coming to the website soon.
Chance@ChanceKeso.com
Waiting For The Snow
Wardner Peak, Silver Mountain Ski Resort.
As the seasons change and the leaves begin to fall I patiently wait for the snow to fall. The changing of the seasons is something I always look forward to. The first snow is always the most exciting time of year for me. There is nothing better than waking up and seeing that first layer of fresh snow and the silence around it.
Mornings on the gondola.
Popping off the road near chair 4.
With that first snow and the snows after it begins to pile up in the mountains. Which means its time to step into the fat skis for those deep days on the mountain. I don’t think there is a better way to spend a day. The feeling of flying down the mountain in the deep snow and shooting off natural features into the air. That time will soon be here. If you’re ever at Silver Mountain in Kellogg, Idaho feel free to shoot me an email. I’d love to go ski with you. I will be there a majority of the winter working on personal project with a friend.
