A setting sun burns a hole through a tree just above a gathering of Brown-eyed Susans. I mentioned to Donna as we walked the grounds of Hunt’s Mill today that this place will bring me back to EP for repeated visits, long after our imminent move to North Kingstown. Walking trails, a waterfall, and – what else do you need?
A swan couple goes quietly into the night at Crescent Park.
A long forgotten piling reaches up from its watery grave. Crescent Park, back in the day, was a hustling, bustling epicenter of activity. Old photos and drawings in the nearby carousel depict scenes of revelers and vacationers coming and going aboard ferries. And while those days are long gone, one activity will be making a comeback. Hint: have your bathing suits ready in 2026.
I’m not one to approach strangers and say smile, especially when they’re deep in thought and preoccupied with their own lives. The intent is to capture a genuine, uninterrupted moment. I don’t see this approach as intrusive, because there’s never ill intent. I hope they see it that way.
Another favorite spot of mine, for sunsets, is Haines Park in East Providence. So when we’re not up to driving to Bristol (a whole whopping 20 minutes more), then Haines Park is a solid “Plan B.” Rarely disappoints.
One of my favorite locations for sunset shots. A burger at Thames Waterside Bar&Grill rounds out the evening.
Had to get out of the house, and of course had to bring the camera.
The goal was to find a leaf that’s a bit more upright than the rest. Then, getting low with the camera, keeping the leaf in focus, and shooting skyward. My new Sony 24-70GMII does much of the work. The hardest part is getting myself up off the ground again.
Long Days and Nights 