In the Field: Photo Blog by Richard Wong

Photography field reports by Richard Wong. Richard’s work has been published in magazines, books, advertising, and offers fine art prints of his work. Images may be licensed as rights-managed stock photos by contacting Richard directly at Richard@rwongphoto.com or (626) 422-6151. California stock photography, fine art prints, photo blog: www.rwongphoto.com

Downtown Church

As I was driving down from the Santa Monica Mountains with Patty Griffin’s fantastic new album, Downtown Church, playing on my car stereo, I spotted this large cross overlooking downtown L.A. so I immediately pulled over into a ditch then used the last of my three remaining frames that I had on my memory card. [...]

Nature Photography Video

Nature Photography Video
I just uploaded a new version of my first video with several new images and a soundtrack, “Spring Snowstorm”, co-written by Brandon Hill and Joanna Perry. I am really liking how well this all fits together. Thanks Brandon and Joanna!

Louis Armstrong Mural, Eureka

Louis Armstrong Mural on Parking Lot Wall, Eureka, California
Eureka seems to have a lot of murals all over town. This mural of legendary jazz trumpeter and singer, Louis Armstrong really caught my eye because he was someone that I have a lot of respect for. I believe that this mural was probably done for [...]

“Like Heaven” Travel Photography Video

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heoQ1tCzp2Q] “Like Heaven” Travel Photography Video
Introducing my 4th YouTube video. I thought this would be a cool way to bring some of my travel photos to life. Still pictures might be a static medium, but they don’t have to look like it.
Update 7/11/08: I uploaded a re-mixed version.
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Freedom of Speech Photography Video

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My First YouTube Video – Landscape Photography Slideshow

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I took it upon myself to scribble down a few chord changes and then record my own background track last night. I picked up an effects pedal from Guitar Center the other day and recorded this while plugged directly into the computer. I’m still trying to figure out how to cut out the silent part [...]

Free Fallin’

Last Wednesday I slept in. I’d gotten maybe six hours of sleep combined over the previous two nights. I don’t think I missed much because it was to be overcast again for the 2nd morning in a row. When I did arrive into Monterey by mid-morning there was some sunshine however.
Since it looked good outside, [...]

I’ll Stand by You

I just finished watching today’s episode of American Idol “Gives Back”. There was a video of Carrie Underwood singing an acoustic version of The Pretenders, “I’ll Stand by You” to a group of African children. I obviously have a crush on Carrie and she has the most amazing voice so I had to purchase it [...]

Better Man

Better Man by Pearl Jam
“Waitin’, watchin’ the clock
It’s four o’clock
It’s got to stop
Tell him, take no more
She practices her speech
As he opens the door, she rolls over
Pretends to sleep as he looks her over
She lies and says she’s in love with him
Can’t find a better man
She dreams in color, she dreams in red
Can’t find a [...]

Patty Griffin

Patty Griffin is a respected folk / country singer songwriter perhaps best known for being the writer behind several hits for the Dixie Chicks, Martina McBride and others. While I’m not a fan of those other music acts, Patty is one of my favorite singers because she has the most expressive voice of any singer [...]

The First Love

I like both of these pictures for various reasons, but couldn’t decide which one to post here. Please feel free to post your opinion here or email me.

The story behind the title and pictures: In the days before I first picked up a camera, I was a musician. I primarily played the alto sax, [...]

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