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Thursday, June 26, 2008

Ayveq the Walrus

Ayveq, the walrus that I wrote about earlier, passed away this past Sunday. Which makes me a bit sad. You can read the announcement on the NY Aquarium web site.

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Tuesday, June 24, 2008

There is nothing more majestic...

...than a penguin in flight.


[Link via MSNBC's adblog.]

Friday, June 20, 2008

Time lapse photos from the Brooklyn Botantic Garden

Dave Allen, BBG's Web Manager, created some interesting time-lapse videos.

Cherry Blossoms


Cranford Rose Garden


[Link via SportsShooter.]

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Sunday, June 15, 2008

Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary

For the 125th anniversary of the Brooklyn Bridge, New York City arranged for special lighting shows and a fireworks display. I had a prime view from my window and took many photos.
I plan on printing these images and making a framed triptych.
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Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary
Brooklyn Bridge 125th Anniversary

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Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Brooklyn Bridge lighting preview

Last night, I noticed strange lighting on the Brooklyn Bridge. A quick 311 call informed me that they are preparing for the 125th Anniversary of the bridge tomorrow!

If the weather is nice, I will be on my roof taking photos.

Brooklyn Bridge at night
Brooklyn Bridge at night
Brooklyn Bridge at night

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Night at the Aquarium

For his 30th birthday, I arranged to take my brother Larry to the New York Aquarium for a behind-the-scenes look at their new hospital. Previously, for many procedures the animals would have to be brought to the Bronx Zoo. Now, animals can be treated directly at the aquarium. We both had a great time.

New York Aquarium isolation tank with sea otter
This sea otter had a fur condition. They brought him inside during the winter to allow his coat to heal. The trainer works with him several times per day so that he does not become isolated and lonely.

New York Aquarium fur seal
New York Aquarium fur seal
New York Aquarium fur seal
New York Aquarium fur seal
This fur seal is currently isolated in a tank with a screen over the room. She has a penchant for eating everything that floats into her tank--including plastic bags. Unfortunately, they may have to send her to another aquarium since they do not have the ability to cover the regular tank.

New York Aquarium Ayveq the Walrus
This is Ayveq the Walrus. He can weigh over 3000 pounds!


Larry Greenfield
This is Larry my brother. He does not weigh 3000 pounds!


This video does not really do Ayveq justice. He is truly an amazing creature.

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Friday, May 16, 2008

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Amazing animation

There's some amazing wall painted graffiti animation at Blu. It's worth checking out.

[Thanks, jba!]
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