It seems there is a list for everything this time of year. You name it and there is a list for it. So, not wanting to be left out, here is my list of ten of my favorite photographs I made in 2015.
2015 has been a busy year. We were in Cuba twice, Prague, Czech Republic, and Budapest, Hungary. Plus I completed an aerial photography project of the islands in Pine Island Sound, Florida, where I live.
In the first image, above, the sun sets over the Havana skyline.
Farm hands argue over a “friendly” game of dominos at the end of the day’s work on a tobacco farm in Vinales, Cuba.
Shoes on the Danube is a memorial on the bank of the Danube River in Budapest, Hungary, to Jews killed in World War II. Hundreds of bronze shoes line the seawall in solemn remembrance of war’s atrocities.
A boat cruises past Usseppa Island heading South down Pine Island Sound.
Beautiful Mondongo Rocks, a shallow area of oyster bars and mangroves forms a visual abstract image.
The moon rises over Prague’s Old Town Square on a late summer’s eve.
The Theological Hall, a beautiful baroque library, is part of the National Library of the Czech Republic. It is located in the historical Clementium in Prague. In addition, to the many original volumes, there are many astronomical and terrestrial globes,
A young mother asks the Virgin of La Merced’s blessing for her 16-day old daughter at the altar of Iglesia de La Merced in Habana Veja.
Iconic Havana.
On a recent visit to El Morro Castle overlooking Havana’s harbor, the harbormaster invited me up to his office. There he watches and records the comings and goings of all the ships as they pass through the port’s entrance. He graciously showed me his log books as we attempted to chat though neither knows the other’s language. “Americano?” he asks. “Si,” I reply. My new friend smiles and starts looking through the assortment of flags stored in his office. He finds what he is searching for. The Stars and Stripes. Unfolding it, he tells me this very flag last flew here in 1961 at the beginning of the Embargo and has remained in its cubby hole ever since. The highlight of my year’s travel.
avasterlingauthor
30 Dec 2015This is beautiful.
fotograffer
2 Jan 2016Thank you. I am happy you like the post.
Traveling Rockhopper
30 Dec 2015Beautiful pictures of beautiful places! 🙂
fotograffer
2 Jan 2016Thank you so much and thanks for visiting.
edithlevyphotography
30 Dec 2015Fantastic selection of images Ron. You’ve had a good year 🙂
fotograffer
2 Jan 2016Thank you Edith. Looks as though you had a great year too. All the best.
Patricia Merickel
30 Dec 2015You have a talent for the subject and an intellectual curiosity that is embodied in what you photograph. These are beautiful!!!!
fotograffer
2 Jan 2016Thank you for your kind words Patti. All the best in the Nes year.
bretthaven
30 Dec 2015Great photos
fotograffer
2 Jan 2016Thanks so much.
Madhu
31 Dec 2015The night view of Prague and the intimate scene inside the Iglesia de la Merced are standouts Ron. Look forward to more fabulous photography in the year ahead. Happy new year to you and Lynne!
fotograffer
2 Jan 2016Thanks Madhu. Looks like you have had quite a year too. All the best to you and R in the new year.
Pinetree Photo Nature Discovery
31 Dec 2015Great showcase of your work! Enjoyed them all, but my favorite is the old car with the boy and man in the doorway.
fotograffer
2 Jan 2016Thank you Carol. Looking forward to seeing you Cuba images. 😀 Happy New Year.
David Priest
31 Dec 2015Ron,did you notice the circular patterns in the Mondongo rocks,ever widening circles in the lower left portion of the photo? Fantastic work.Thank you for being my teacher and friend.
fotograffer
2 Jan 2016I did notice and have no explanation. Thank you for being a wonderful friend. All the best to you in the new year.
Les Petits Pas de Juls
1 Jan 2016Yep, some of your best! Definitely is inspiring to see them again or discover them! Cheers and Happy new Year!
fotograffer
2 Jan 2016Happy you enjoyed the review. Thank you and Happy New Year
Tina Schell
2 Jan 2016These are all beautiful Ron, and what a year you had!! So many favorites I can’t even think about choosing one. But that woman holding up the baby is quite powerful. Looking forward to more of your work in 2016.
fotograffer
14 Jan 2016The woman holding her newborn was a special moment for all involved, me included. A highlight of my photographic year for sure. Thank you Tina.
Dalo 2013
3 Jan 2016What an incredible series of photographs and travels this past year…stunning. The shots of Cuba I think are magnificent and contrast the photos from of the Czech Republic, but my favorite has to be your “Usseppa Island heading South down Pine Island Sound” photo, as there is such a feeling of freedom and life with this shot. Wishing you a great year ahead ~
fotograffer
14 Jan 2016Photographically, its been a great year. But, the highlight for me was the aerial photography of my own “backyard” and, like you, I especially like Usseppa” Island Heading South.” Thanks Randall and all the best to you in the new year.
Carole Ehleben
5 Jan 2016You do wonderful photography – and get better and better – thank you for those images – especially of Cuba – Carole
fotograffer
14 Jan 2016Thank you for your kind words, Carole.
maristravels
25 Feb 2016I haven’t seen your portfolio so don’t know your criteria for choosing these, but they are all brilliant. I love Havana, have visited often, and you’ve captured its essence perfectly.
fotograffer
1 Mar 2016Thank you, Mari. Havana is my favorite city.
This Is My South Bay (@MySouthBay)
14 Mar 2016amazing pics! thanks for sharing 🙂
fotograffer
3 Apr 2016Thank you and thanks for visiting.
Playamart - Zeebra Designs
29 Mar 2016they are all wonderful images, though who took the final one?
several times i’ve tipped over to check on t.lynn, who has gone into incubation mode.. hope all’s ok there.
from the middle of the world, z
fotograffer
3 Apr 2016All is well here. We are moving to Sarasota in about a week. Very busy with buying and selling houses, sorting, packing, etc. Looking forward to a new adventure. Thanks for checking on us. Think about you often and Ecuador continues to tug.
mariefabulousworld
9 May 2016Beautiful pictures!!!!! BRAVO
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fotograffer
28 May 2016Thank you, Marie.
nomad, interrupted
26 May 2016What a wonderful set of images, Ron. Your photography evokes so much about a culture. I love all your Cuba shots, Shoes on the Danube, and the aerial island shots. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
fotograffer
28 May 2016Thank you Cathy. I appreciate your kind words.
Outosego
11 May 2019Reblogged this on Outosego and commented:
RON MAYHEW IS A WONDERFUL PHOTOGRAPHER.