Greetings from San Cristobal, New Mexico. This week I’m revisiting reflections at the Saint Francis adobe mission church in Ranchos de Taos. In 2005 and 2006, I began making images of the building and its architectural details in the parking lot rain puddles, and snow melt. Over the years, I’ve posted many such images. What surprised me the most was the time frame and dates when I began this project.
Below are some of my current favorites. Enjoy!
Getting in close…
… and closer still.
The puddle below is about 3-4 feet wide. I put the camera on the ground, and because the mud had settled, there was a perfect mirror image of the west side of the building.
I used the image below in 2009 on a 5×7 postcard to promote my photo tour/workshops. The reflections made the image. I distributed it around town, and business took off.
I shot this image in 1988 before I sold my 1958 VW Beetle. I wish I still owned it. It served as a prop in many of my images. The Beetle’s organic shape worked well with the organic shapes on this building.
There’s a window across the street that had a lace filagree curtain. One of my favorite shots.
Happenstance plays a big part in my photography. This Prius was ideally parked.
Below is the same 3-4 feet puddle as above. I like to return to familiar locations frequently.
Lastly, not a reflection but many little lenses. What would you call it? I shot it in 2010 for inclusion in a juried exhibit on the Saint Francis Church, entitled “A Humble Masterpiece”. I printed the image in black and white.
Are you planning a summer, fall, or winter trip to New Mexico? Check out my tour/workshop page. I’ll introduce you to the Saint Francis Mission Church in Ranchos de Taos.
As always, thanks for looking. Have a great week. G
20 thoughts on “Reflections Revisited, Ranchos de Taos. 05-12-2023”
Made my day looking at this work. Just wonderful.
Thanks so much, Rob. Makes me happy. G
Such a rich collection of images. I hope you can appreciate what you’ve accomplished, Geraint.
That means a lot Jim.
Thank you so much. G
Beautiful pictures! Hope you’re having a great summer. Thinking about a fall trip to Taos. I will keep you updated!
A great but hot summer. Keep me updated. Thanks so much Susie. G
Wonderfully creative! You have a knack for seeing beyond the obvious. What a great relationship you have with your subject!
Thanks so much, Linda. That means a lot. I’m thoroughly enjoying your posts on FB. G
Beautiful photos of one of my very favorite places ~ Love the rock, & the lace & the reflections… All of them 😉
Thanks so much Elaine. I really appreciate your compliments. G
Wow. A whole gallery’s worth in one post. Beautiful
Thanks so much, Larry. I’m happy be in your gallery. Keep the Tuesday posts coming. G
Thank you, San Francesco for not having that parking lot leveled off for Geraint has used it many years to create exquisite art.
Personally, I selected one of the stones to take home with me!
Oh that’s funny! I was thinking, “what would I do if they ruined things paving the parking lot”? Thank you Joy. G
Thank you for the beautiful pictures of the church where I was Baptized!!
Love all your pictures as usual.
Thanks so much, Peggy. Do a search for Saint Francis on my website if you want to see more. G
What a fine collection of images. So many of the same images over and over, and you’ve come up with some remarkably unique ones in this collection.
I particularly like the stones in water with the crosses reflected. Excellent seeing.
Thanks so much Gary. Know I appreciate your compliments very much. It means a lot to me. Stay well and cool. G
Magic Moments Thankyou for all the great reflections. Catching the light.
Alison
Thanks, Alison. I really like that you see my work from the other side of the pond. It brings me closer to my other home. Thank you! Geraint.