Ready for Spring?

Did it really snow last week, or was I just dreaming?! Frankly, with temperatures reaching into the 70s this weekend, thoughts of snow have left me a bit disoriented!

However, as promised in my previous post, today you can view the final group of snow scenes that I shot last week. This group of photos focuses on some downtown portions of Lewisville, including scenes of the historic Laugenour House, the Lewisville Library and Shallowford Square (shown above), including the Veterans Memorial.

I regret that I didn’t make it further down Shallowford Road in downtown Lewisville before the optimal snow scenes had passed. The next time it snows here, though, I hope to employ a new strategy that will enable me to capture some new Lewisville snow scenes.

To view the final set of photos from last week’s snowfall, please visit the Snow Scenes photo gallery.

Finally, now that the most recent — and very beautiful — snowfall has come and gone, are you ready for spring? Cast your vote by clicking on the Comment link below!

Snow on Conrad Road

Getting Around Town

A beautiful snow had fallen overnight in Lewisville, and I wondered: Just how in the world am I going to get photos along Conrad Road? I wanted so much to photograph the scenic Conrad Road area covered with fresh snow. Yet my little truck was not to be trusted whenever the roads were the slightest bit slick. With no clear answer, I left home on foot — equipped with photo gear — and I headed toward the center of town.

Somewhere along the ever-so-peaceful walk, the answer came to me. I don’t know why I hadn’t thought of it before: Just bum a ride to get to wherever I want to go in Lewisville!

I mean, with two cameras dangling on me, I figured I’d look innocent enough to approaching motorists. And I trusted that I could accurately “size up” my prospective “taxi drivers.” (I was also convinced that kidnappers and other ne’er-do-wells aren’t prone to committing crimes on snowy days!)

“The Tank”

I’d just finished photographing around the old Spaugh House  (discussed in Oh, What a Beautiful Day), and was making my way toward Shallowford Square when I saw “The Tank” coming my way. It was a Hummer — the really big version.

Unexpectedly, the driver of the Hummer, Greg Aaron, brought it to a commanding halt in the middle of the snow-covered road, lowered his window and hollered: “Have you gotten some good shots?” “Yeah, I think so,” I replied. We talked a moment or two about camera gear, and then Greg said the magic words: “I’m headed to Conrad Road to take pictures.”

Before I knew it, I had “volunteered” to go with Greg to Conrad Road! Now, I’m usually not the pushy type — but when it comes to getting good shots, my middle name is “Assertiveness.” Thankfully, Greg is a nice guy, plus he’s a bona fide photo enthusiast who photographs as much as his schedule permits.

A Popular Spot

Of course, Greg and I weren’t the only ones heading to Conrad Road that morning. Numerous vehicles were stopping here and there along the most popular stretch, and folks were stepping out to take pictures of the lovely snowscape.

The everyday beauty of the Conrad Road area is always remarkable to behold. But when covered with snow, its beauty is gloriously magnified. Thanks to Greg Aaron’s hospitality, I was able to capture some of Conrad Road’s snow-covered splendor on a fine, and most memorable, winter morning.

If you’d like to see a few more snow-scene photos of the day, please visit the Conrad Road photo gallery.

Interested in more Conrad Road coverage? CLICK to enjoy more ARTICLES and PHOTOS on Conrad Road.

Oh, What a Beautiful Day

Snow in Lewisville

This past Monday morning, Lewisville residents awoke to a beautiful covering of snow. It’s the most we’ve had in several years.

When it comes to photographing snow scenes, I wish I could be in more places at once. I wanted to photograph as much of Lewisville as possible, before significant melting took place. Yet I realized that it wasn’t possible for me to capture every portion of the community at the peak of its snow-covered beauty. So, alas, I did the best that I could.

Because my little truck does not like slick roads, I set out on foot around 7:30 a.m. I carried two cameras — a wide-to-long zoom lens on one camera, and a macro lens on the other. My coat pockets were full of various photo accessories. My hand and toe warmers were in place, as was my black winter Tilley hat, with the ear flaps pulled down. I was ready to venture out!

Beautiful Trees

Making my way to the heart of Lewisville would require about a mile’s walk. At the corner of Shallowford and Williams Roads, I captured the above photo. The trees, apparently anxious for spring, were filled with bright red buds. It was awesome to look upward from beneath the trees and see so many of the red buds outlined in white by the snow that covered the branches. It was an exquisite sight that reminded me of Japanese art.

These trees are located on the property of the historic Spaugh House, which I wrote about in the post titled, Evening Light. The photos in that earlier post were taken in August, in a brilliant golden light, just prior to sunset. Now, on this winter morning, the house and property had an entirely different mood.

Photo Gallery

Photos of the Spaugh House, along with more shots of the beautiful snow-covered trees, can be viewed in the Spaugh House photo gallery. I hope you enjoy them. Please feel free to leave a comment by clicking on the “Comment” link below.

COMING UP NEXT — More snow scenes from other areas of Lewisville.

Back to School

School Day Memories

Last week on the morning after the light snowfall in Lewisville, I headed to Lewisville Elementary School, hoping for a good shot of my very first alma mater.

As I recalled some of my childhood experiences at the school, I decided to share some of those memories with you. Maybe they’ll trigger some school day memories of your own. If so, consider sharing them in the Comments section at the end of this post.

Please continue to the NEXT SECTION to read 10 distinct memories I have as a student at Lewisville Elementary School…several “light years” ago. CLICK to read the school day memories

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