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bryant payden: Aerial Photography-Chamberlin Hotel at Fort Monroe, Virginia. - 04/25/09 08:03 AM
Along with my Hampton Roads, Virginia real estate photography virtual tours I have begun offering aerial photography of properties and neighborhoods for REALTORS© and brokers and am having some success in this niche aspect of real estate marketing.
The image belom is of the Chamberlin Hotel shot from 500 feet in an R44 Raven II Helicopter while shooting properties for a broker on the Peninsula.
Canon EOS 5d with an EF28-80mm F/3.5 lens at ISO200 at 80mm-F/5.6-1/800sec.
This image is of the Salt Ponds Neighborhood in Hampton, Va. Canon EOS 5d with an EF28-80mm F/3.5 lens at … (8 comments)
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bryant payden: Norfolk Botanical Garden-Norfolk, Va. (Localism) - 12/22/08 08:53 PM
Norfolk Botanical Garden
Todays Norfolk Botanical Garden began in the mid 1930's with an idea by Frederic Heutte, a young horticulturist and Thomas P. Thompson, Norfolk City Manager from 1935-1938. Heutte had a fondness for Azaleas and believed Hampton Roads to have an ideal climate for growing this southern signature plant. Heutte and Thompson envisioned an azalea garden to rival those of Charleston, South Carolina. Their vision began to be realized when the city of Norfolk set aside 75 acres of wooded land and 75 acres of reservoir for a city garden.
Beginning in 1938, through a Works … (14 comments)
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bryant payden: Community of Phoebus, Hampton, VA. (Localism) - 12/17/08 11:29 AM
Phoebus
The community of Phoebus is a historic waterfront neighborhood in Hampton that is currently undergoing a revitalization effort in its historic district. Tax credits are being offered to promote business investment and restore historic buildings to their former glory. Due largely to these efforts Phoebus is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmark Register. It sits across Mill Creek from Fort Monroe and its easy accessibility to the Chesapeake Bay and Hampton Roads Harbor make it a prime location for fishing and boating. Phoebus still retains that small town atmosphere that is … (5 comments)
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bryant payden: Hampton Coliseum-Holiday Lighting - 12/16/08 07:03 PM
Every year for the holidays the Hampton Coliseum changes it's normal nighttime illumination from white lighting to colored lighting with a very dramatic effect. Opened in 1970 the Hampton Coliseum is a multi-use venue which is owned by the City of Hampton. The Coliseum has featured many sporting events as well as countless musical shows including Elvis, The Grateful Dead, Phish and the Rolling Stones.
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All images appearing herein are the exclusive property of B. Payden Photography, LLC and are protected under the United States (USC Title 17) and International Copyright laws.
The images may not … (19 comments)
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bryant payden: Great Saturday in College Football - 12/06/08 05:47 PM
#25 Virginia Tech defeats #17 Boston College for the ACC Championship Title!!!
12/06/08- Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL.
Virginia Tech, for the second year in a row, wins the ACC Championship title 30-12 over Boston College. Sophomore Quarterback and Hampton, Va. native Tyrod Taylor was named ACC Championship Game MVP for his stellar performance this game including two rushing touchdowns in the first half. Freshman Running Back Darren Evans also had a strong game with 31 rushes for 114 yards and one touchdown. This win for Va. Tech secures a spot in the Fed-Ex Orange Bowl on January 1st.
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bryant payden: Historic St. Luke's Church - Smithfield, VA. - 12/05/08 04:35 PM
Founded in 1632, Historic St Luke's Church is the oldest church of English origin in America and is the oldest example of Gothic architecture in America. Located in Smithfield, Va. - Isle of Wight County. The church was originally referred to as the "Old Brick Church" until named St. Luke's Episcopal Church in 1820. The church has played a prominent role in the early colonial era as well as the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. In 1953 St' Luke's was declared a National Shrine and in 1960 becomes a National Historical Landmark.
Below is one of my favorite headstones … (23 comments)
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bryant payden: Christmas in Colonial Williamsburg - 12/03/08 08:40 PM
Christmas in Colonial Williamsburg is one of my favorite times of year, decorative wreaths made with pine boughs, fruit, pine cones and mistletoe adorn the doors. The smell of wood fires and burning leaves are in the air, couples stroll hand in hand drinking hot beverages and talking, young lovers pause beneath hanging mistletoe to steal a kiss. The summer crowds are gone and the streets are once again quiet and peaceful, yes it's that time of year again, it's Christmas in Williamsburg.
The Governor's palace in all it's Holiday finery
December Twilight
A decorative wreath made with … (13 comments)
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bryant payden: My Latest Virtual Tours - 12/02/08 02:09 PM
Below are two tours I have completed this week.
183 Ridgewood Parkway - Newport News, Va. 23608
$229,000
http://paydenvirtualtours.com/show/48405
416 Catalpa Avenue - Hampton, Va. 23661
$145,000
http://paydenvirtualtours.com/show/48389
Both of these tours were created for Sandra Payden of Gregg Garrett Realty - Newport News, Va.
All images copyright 2008, B. Payden Photography, LLC.
http://www.bpaydenphotography.com http://www.paydenvirtualtours.com
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bryant payden: Fall in the Blue Ridge Mountains - 11/15/08 06:28 PM
As an avid hiker and explorer of Shenandoah National Park-Skyline Drive, I recently availed myself of a hike in Whiteoak Canyon to the lower Whiteoak Falls. During a family get-together at Graves Mountain Lodge in Syria Virginia, I was pleasantly surprised to find several nearby trails leading into the park. This year my Family and I hiked the 4 ½ mile Lower Falls part of the Whiteoak Canyon, from the Park Boundary in Madison County off Weakley Hollow Rd. to the lower falls and back. It was a somewhat strenuous and steep hike, but well worth it for the fall colors … (14 comments)
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bryant payden: Assateague Lighthouse - 10/31/08 09:59 PM
The Assateague lighthouse in a 142 ft. tall lighthouse located on the southern end of Assateague island on Virginia's Eastern Shore, it was finished in 1802 and was painted in alternating bands of red and white. The lighthouse is located within the boundary's of the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, a 14,000 acre wildlife preserve operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Accomack County, Va.
The image below was recorded in B&W on February of 2007 with Ilford FP4 Plus film on a Canon EOS A2 Camera.
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bryant payden: Colonial Williamsburg - 10/27/08 05:14 PM
Many people start their tour of Colonial Williamsburg at the wonderful and interactive Visitor Center, or if you are more adventurous, like myself and already have a background in history, try driving directly into Historic Williamsburg and do some exploring on your own. Be prepared for large groups most times of the year including LARGE groups of children. Below are a few images taken on a recent excursion to Williamsburg.
Below is The Public Hospital for Persons of Insane and Disordered Minds. This building was the first devoted solely to the treatment of mental illness in the new world. The … (26 comments)
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bryant payden: Skyline Drive-Shenandoah National Park - 10/15/08 03:07 PM
Skyline drive is a 105 mile scenic drive that runs the length of Virginia's Shenandoah National Park. The road runs generally along the ridge of the Blue Ridge Mountains within the park. The drive is particularly popular in the fall leading to congestion most weekends. Annually over two million people visit the park.
Personally I have seen countless deer along the drive as well as wild turkeys, several large black bears and cubs and even a bobcat. I visit Big Meadows every summer as the Fawns generally foal the last week of May through the first week of June, making for … (16 comments)
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bryant payden: Raspberry Plain - Leesburg, VA - 10/14/08 09:22 AM
Rich in history, the Georgian colonial estate known as Raspberry Plain, since 1731, is set on fifty rolling green acres overlooking the Catoctin Mountains. Brick pathways surrounded by herbs and wildflower gardens nestled between ancient trees, wind through the sun-filtered grounds leading to the mansion and formal gardens. The mansion's portico offers a spectacular backdrop for any event on the South Lawn. The North Lawn boasts a breathtaking, majestic view of the mountains, pastures and pond. The hall's sparkling chandeliers, detailed archway and dramatic staircase, announce the elegance of the mansion's rooms. All the mansion rooms have glass paneled, double pocket doors, … (10 comments)
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bryant payden: 2008 VA Beach SK8R Bash - Mt Trashmore - 10/13/08 03:32 PM
On Saturday October 11, 2008 the city of VA Beach, Virginia sponsored a skateboarding competition at Mt Trashmore Park. Big airs, board grabs and other raw tricks were on order for this amateur skateboard contest. The skate complex at Mt Trashmore features a competition-sized vert ramp that is a massive 13.5 feet tall and 40 feet wide, and a freestyle street course that also features an above ground 7 foot deep bowl. The complex is open to skateboarders, inline skaters and BMX bikers alike. If you have never been do yourself a favor a visit someday for an awesome display of gravity defying … (2 comments)
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bryant payden: Pacific Blush - 09/20/08 04:21 PM
This image was recorded July, 2008 in La Jolla California. Image was captured with a tripod mounted Canon EOS 5d and EF 17-40mm F/4 USM lens. Image metadata is as follows: ISO 200, 40mm, f/4.0, 1/13 sec.
My wife and I went to La Jolla for a Photography Vacation and to Visit my Father and Step-Mother who stay in La Jolla for the summers. I have been to LA and Orange Counties numerous times but have never made it to San Diego County before. We both fell in love with the beauty of La Jolla and plan to continue to make … (22 comments)
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bryant payden: Julian, CA. Bloom - 09/19/08 07:45 PM
This image was shot in the mountain gold mining town of Julian, California in San Diego County-July, 2008. Julian is an Official California Historical Landmark, #412. A short-lived gold rush was sparked by the discovery of gold in 1869 by a former slave named A.E. "Fred" Coleman. In recent years Julian has become a quaint mountain resort. My Father, Wife, and myself were on a trip to the High Desert at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and stopped in this mountain town for some of the world famous apple pies. The Julian Pie Company on Main Street has an awesome hot caramel apple … (10 comments)
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bryant payden: California Dreaming #2 - 09/18/08 01:40 PM
This image was recorder with a tripod mounted Canon EOS 5d with a Canon EF 17-40mm F/4 L USM Lens set to 23mm, F/7.1, 1/100 sec. I shot this in La Jolla, California this July while on a photography trip to Southern California. I think the sillouhte of the surfer against the sunset makes this image.
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bryant payden: Capitol Tulip - 09/07/08 04:15 PM
Every spring in Washington DC the capitol comes alive with vibrant colors. Tulips and other flowering plants are seen in abundance surrounding the Capitol, and other nearby federal buildings. Also on the grounds of the capitol is the US Botanic Garden that is not to be missed! If you find yourself in Washington in April, do yourself a favor and stroll the Capitol grounds!
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bryant payden: Let's go Hokies!!! - 09/06/08 11:02 AM
An hour and a half till kick-off, Sitting here in my office, in Hampton, watching Hannah blow the trees around a bit and counting the minutes till kick-off. Can't wait to see Tyrod playing today and a win over Furman would go a long way to relieving the sting of last weeks loss to ECU. Let's just hope Hannah doesn't blow a power line down and I miss the game. LET'S GO HOKIES!!!
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bryant payden: Ocracoke Lighthouse - 09/01/08 07:59 PM
The Ocracoke light is the second oldest operating lighthouse in the nation. My wife and I visited this lighthouse on a recent visit to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. The Bridge on Route 12, Ocracoke Island was in the process of being repaired by the NC Dept of Transportation. Not to be deterred I put our jeep in 4 wheel drive low and drove the two mile detour on the beach around the construction to the village of Ocracoke. We spent a lovely day exploring and shooting the village and would recommend it to anyone. Also of interest is the … (16 comments)
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