Background The memorial was founded/established in 2005 and dedicated 2007. It honors all Ohioans from all branches of the service that gave their life defending the United States against terrorism. More information can be found on the website. https://ohiofallenheroes.org/ 79 1/2 W Cherry Street, Sunbury, OH Impression This is a beautiful memorial that is not…
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The Slingshot at Sullivant and Lucas in Franklinton
Background Designed by Franklinton resident and artist Andrew Lundberg of Lundberg Industrial Arts LLC, a giant slingshot sculpture is now installed at the Lucas Street Plaza. CASTO Communities wanted to place something there and approached Lundberg, whom they have worked on past projects. Half a dozen design ideas were discussed, with CASTO green lighting the…
North Court Street – Athens, Ohio
Background Heading southeast on Route 33, you go through Lancaster, Nelsonville, and about an hour into it, you come to an area famous for the Ohio University. The Court Street area is a spot of local shops and art that is worth a stop on your travels. Impressions We just happened to be in this…
New Dog Park at Scioto Audubon Metro Park
If you know us, you know we love us some dogs! INSTRAGAM LIVE SESSION! When downtown, one of our favorite places to take our pack is to Scioto Audubon Metro Park. Not only is it a great park to visit and hike for us, but they have a dog park area for the pooches to…
One Shot – Walnut Woods – Back to Tall Pines
Went to hike at the Tall Pines area of the Walnut Woods Metro Park in Groveport, OH. Experimenting with some post processing techniques on the images, so decided to share this one. I’m looking to try and find a way to mimic the Polaroid 600 Yellow Instant Film. Enjoy and have a Happy New Year!…
Oregon District in Dayton
Background Dayton, Ohio has a sub area called the Oregon District. To know more about the history of the Oregon District, there is a great write up found here: OregonDistrict.org Google Maps Location – Pay Parking Lot318 5th Street, Dayton, OH 45402 Impression Following the Google Maps location above, we parked in a small pay…
Street Artworks in Wilmington Ohio
Background Sometimes you just want to get away, and a small town in Ohio is a great way to do that. Our initial intention was to spend a weekend close to Harveysburg and check out the Yuletide Village at Renaissance Park and cover that for you all. That didn’t happen (we plan on rescheduling that…
State Auto Nativity Scene
Background Every year on the campus of the State Auto offices, Christmas Corner adorns the area with scene of the Christian nativity / birth of Jesus. There are plans for having a choir starting December 1 at 530pm. Lighting schedules are as follows for 2021: Through Jan. 3: Daily from 6 – 8 a.m.; 5:00…
First Responder’s Park – Olde Hilliard
Background First Responder’s Park in Hilliard, Ohio is a place created for reflection and remembrance. It pays tribute to the 403 who gave the ultimate sacrifice during the attacks of 9/11. The park not only has their names, but also has metal sculptures made from the steel of the downed World Trade Centers. Google Maps…
Hartman Rock Garden
Background Located at the corner of Russell and McCain avenue in Springfield, the Hartman Rock Garden is the work of one man, Ben Hartman. Ben Hartman was a mold-maker by trade and moved from Pennsylvania to Springfield in 1913 for a job at the Springfield Machine Tool Company foundry. Things were going well for the…
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