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Ry Birge

Gallery: NPN PhotographersPosted October 12, 2017178 views6 comments

I found out about NPN through a friend of mine. I was looking for a place to build a network, share ideas and to get critiques for my photos.My grandfather used to take me on photographic expeditions along the Potomac River in northern Virginia. He gave me a glimpse into a world I would never have noticed through the viewfinder of his Leica camera. One thing he taught me was to learn to use shadows to help the bright spots stand out. I was diagnosed with Parkinsons in 2014 and decided to retire to spend more time with my GC. Well it also has allowed me to spend time developing my skills in photography. My grandfather gave me the love photography hopefully I can pass that on to my grandchildren
"Parky" is just a shadow in my life and has helped the many bright spots stand out and I am grateful for this. Hopefully I'll be able to give as much as I can receive through this network. Thanks in advance for all the support. Carpe diem y'all and keep on Clickin

"We are inclined to see the world, not as it is, but as we are"

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6 comments

Comment posted by Jim Erhardt on October 12, 2017 at 10:51 AM

Ry, welcome to NPN!

My mom had Parkinson's for over 20 years. I think a key to living with it is to stay active and have an interest to focus on - nature photography certainly provides that!

We look forward to your continuing participation!

Registered on November 1, 2003, 245 Posts, 2421 Comments

Comment posted by Jim Zablotny on October 12, 2017 at 6:47 PM

Hi Ry,

Good to see you in person. No matter what health problems get in your way, you run right over them and don't let them mess with you. That's important and keep doing nature photography. Your photos are nice and its good to have you participating at NPN..........................Jim

Registered on January 17, 2004, 705 Posts, 3594 Comments

Comment posted by Lucy VanSwearingen on October 12, 2017 at 8:27 PM

I'm so glad, you're happy here.... crying

Told you just how good your photos are! 2 Weekly picks, already!!! devil

I haven't called, because I STILL have the FLU! Coughing my head off!
See you soon.

Registered on May 23, 2009, 800 Posts, 2042 Comments

Comment posted by Ed Williams on October 13, 2017 at 1:30 AM

Good to have you on NPN Ry. A positive attitude and outlook will definitely help. Best regards,

Registered on December 28, 2010, 636 Posts, 3499 Comments

Comment posted by Eva McDermott on November 9, 2017 at 2:00 AM

Welcome to NPN Ry! Look forward to seeing more of your work.

Registered on January 4, 2009, 1015 Posts, 13229 Comments

Comment posted by Wayne Jones on November 21, 2017 at 12:17 PM

A late welcome from another retiree! Like you, I have some health issues, and also like you, I don't let them spoil enjoyment of the world's greatest job -- retirement.

Registered on April 18, 2007, 953 Posts, 6435 Comments