Ricoh GR Digital... Round 2

Well, I got my refund, and bought another GR-D. This one is completely brand new. After more than one day of shooting with it, and with the addition of the WONDERFUL 21/28 Voigtlander Cosina hotshoe-mounted viewfinder, it's the perfect stealth camera. Silent and lovely. All of these shots were taken with it, and more or less straight out of the camera, with very little post-processing. Shot as black and white.

Life is peculiar but lovely.

I went to an animal shelter this weekend that housed almost entirely cats, around 90 or so. Most were awaiting adoption, but many were separated by cages, suffering from debilitating respiratory conditions, mange, and FIV, feline immunodeficiency virus. Yes, cat AIDS. I had no idea it existed either.


This camera is also great because its deep field facilitates using reflections in shots... I'll have to play around with this concept more in the future.

Assignments are often really absurdly fun. Even when there's no cat AIDS involved.

The Texan is a completely life-changing, positive experience. I'm so proud of the entire photo staff, and honored to be a part of this incredible group of committed, passionate people.