A first glance at one of Larry B. Quick’s pieces and one may not understand what one is seeing. Looking closer one will see stitches and notice complexity. Quick’s art is unique. He paints on canvases, cuts pieces and then sews them together. What follows is a wonderful story told with meaningful colors and tones. Larry andContinue reading “Larry B. Quick: the painter with the sewing machine.”
Tag Archives: Washington DC
Is it hot enough for an egg to fry on the sidewalk? Don’t know and it’s too hot to find out!
An egg may or may not be able to fry on a sidewalk in the Washington, DC area on a day like today. I was too hot to care and I had a mess to clean up.
Doggone hot in Washington, DC!
Washington, DC’s summer weather is doggone hot! 100 degrees maybe more. Early today in Buddy Attick Lake Park in Greenbelt, MD my new friend John was making sure his dog was getting relief. http://www.lonniedawkins.com
DC Wall Mural Art. Perfect for photo background.
We were looking for location for a shot in Washington, DC. We found this wall mural on the side of a building in an alley near the Lincoln Theatre and Ben’s Chilli Bowl. We got some good shots. This mural has since been removed. Glad we got the shot. The model is Keniesha Cook. http://www.lonniedawkins.com Lonnie DawkinsContinue reading “DC Wall Mural Art. Perfect for photo background.”
Dupont Circle after dark–Night Photography
Night fall brings on a whole different mood and beauty.
A day in the life of a few everyday people.
I decided to take my camera and engage people I didn’t know. My plan was to ask them what was going on with them on that day. I went to a park in NW DC and had no success in the morning. I talked to a fascinating man but he would have no part of having his picture taken as he had an issue with the police.
Senator Edward Kennedy funeral procession–Downtown Washington, DC
On Saturday, August 29, 2009, Senator Edward Kennedy’s funeral procession traveled slowly through downtown Washington on its way to Arlington National Cemetery. I had the opportunity to capture these images as it passed along Constitution Avenue near 14th Street.
Hometown Washington DC–More than Monuments? The Real DC
I said it was either the Lincoln or Jefferson Memorial. He seemed to be in shock that I didn’t know specifically which one. Hey, I was driving and not looking that closely. Honestly, at that time I hadn’t really thought about it.
Hello world!
I’m Lonnie Dawkins, a photographer in the Washington, DC area. I consider myself a people photographer and focus on portraits, portfolios, and events. My work can be seen at http://www.lonniedawkins.com. Visit often as I add new images and information. Best Regards, Lonnie