Round World Photo

The Amazing food of Normandy France

2009-11-20T12:09:00.003-05:00

Mapleline farms

2009-11-17T23:25:00.005-05:00

These are two of the fine cows that make the milk that make Mapleline farm's chocolate milk the best on the planet. I think she is winking at me....

Pat Levasseur speaks at Umass

2009-11-13T20:05:00.005-05:00

Here is a link to the local story on the event last night at Umass where the lawyers and three members of the jury gathered along with Pat Levassure who spoke in place of her ex husband and co defendant Ray Levasseur who was denied permission to attend by his parole board. The trial of the Ohio seven for seditious conspiracy happened over 20 years ago. After 11 months the government lost. Hundreds of Police protested the event. Outraged police rally on UMass campus.

Raymond Luc levasseur

2009-11-12T16:55:00.006-05:00

I shot this image of Ray Levasseur in federal prison during his trial in Springfield ma for seditious conspiracy in 1987. The talk he was going to give tonight at The university of Massachusetts has been canceled due to protests from the Governors office and the police. His ex wife Pat will be speaking in his place. This will prove to be a very intense night. Check back for an update.

john kerry senator

2009-11-09T22:30:00.002-05:00

Brazil shadow

2009-11-05T20:52:00.000-05:00

George Markham. Another sad goodbye for Northampton

2009-10-30T12:21:00.002-05:00

This is Arky and George Markham at the celebration of his 100th birthday in August. George passed away last Sunday morning. I saw Arky that evening at the National Priorities projects annual fall party where she went to be with her friends and colleagues to support a cause that was so important to both of them. She was greeted with open arms. It was a sad day but his was a long life well lived. Goodbye George and thanks for all you gave to our world.

"NORTHAMPTON - George F. Markham, 100, of 43 Dogwood Lane in Northampton, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at Overlook at Northampton.

He was born on Aug. 15, 1909, in Independence, Wis., the son of the late John and Eleanor (Brown) Markham. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin, he began working with the Associated Press in 1936, where he became an ardent member of the American Newspaper Guild.

During the Second World War, he served with distinction on the aircraft carriers Saratoga and Yorktown in the South Pacific. Following the war, Markham returned to college to earn a master's degree in social studies and later taught in colleges in New York before he and his second wife, Arky, moved to Northampton in the 1960s.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Helen (Wendler) Deane; and his brothers, Arthur and Richard Markham. He leaves his wife, Rose "Arky" Markham of Northampton.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, at 2 p.m. at the Unitarian Society of Northampton and Florence, 220 Main St., Northampton.

There are no calling hours. The Czelusniak Funeral Home of Northampton has been entrusted with arrangements."

Goodbye Bonnie Ascher

2009-10-28T16:10:00.004-05:00

It took me a long time to photograph Bonnie. One day after ten years of trying to schmooze her into it I simply said, "Bonnie its time." I know" she said following me up to the tracks complaining with every step. If you've lived in Northampton you knew her. She picked up cans and cleaned stores in town for over twenty years, she always had a strong opinion about everything. She had a big personality, so big that sometimes it exploded, like one time I remember when she planted herself on her bicycle in the middle of the intersection downtown screaming at the cars "come on motherfuckers!!" Bonnie was often in pain, but she was kind to others. When she laughed, it was contagious and liberating. It will not be the same around here. This was her town and we were all just renting her cans.

This is what she said about herself when I photographed her for the Advocate." I grump and I groan," she said, "but you never see me on a corner holding out a cup. At least I go out and try to make a buck."

Goodbye Bonnie, I will miss you.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009 Daily Hampshire Gazette Northampton

- "Bonnie Ascher, 61, passed away Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, at Mass. General Hospital in Boston.

Born in Springfield, she had lived in New Hampshire before moving to Northampton, where she has lived for many years. In Northampton, she was well known.

Bonnie was an animal lover and loved to donate to Native American charities.

She is survived by her daughter, Beckie (Steve Champagne) Ascher; her mother, Jeanette Ascher; her brother, Robert (Linda) Ascher; her sister, Lori (David) Seed; and her brother, Michael (Irene) Ascher.

Bonnie's funeral will be Thursday, Oct. 29, at 11 a.m. at the Ascher-Zimmerman Funeral Home.

Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Shiva will be Thursday and Sunday evenings at the home of Jeanette Ascher at 44 Sumner Ave. in Springfield. Memorial contributions can be made to any Native American or animal related charity."

Chris Smither

2009-10-24T08:37:00.005-05:00

I just had Chris up at the studio. This was one easy photo to take. Some people are just so comfortable in their skin that all I have to do is point the camera and push the button. A very nice guy and I love his music. Here is a link to his website. "Chris Smither is an American songwriter, singer, musician, poet, and author whose musical style crosses the lines between blues and folk. His new CD, TIME STANDS STILL, is now in stores on Mighty Albert/Signature Sounds Records."

Fall Fashion/The Daily Hampshire Gazette

2009-10-17T16:54:00.005-05:00

To see the printed publication on line check out this link to gazettenet

Boston Politics, DiMasi in trouble

2009-10-14T16:54:00.004-05:00

According to the Boston Globe, "Federal prosecutors yesterday added a new charge and fresh allegations to the corruption case against former House speaker Salvatore F. DiMasi, alleging that he had a secret financial interest in a real estate firm that managed a signature state office building." Here is a link to the full story.

The Heart of Brazil

2009-10-13T17:54:00.005-05:00

My new story, Minas Gerias, The Heart of Brazil just posted on Gonomad.

Pulaski day celebration

2009-10-13T08:30:00.005-05:00

Mother and daughter , Mary and Debora Gromack at Casimir Pulaski day in Northampton.

The view from city hall Northampton

2009-10-08T05:48:00.003-05:00

Christian Dior Museum Granville

2009-10-07T07:31:00.004-05:00

Mr Dior was a favorite son of Granville. His Pink house is now a museum of his life and a pilgrimage for many a fashionista.
here is a link to find out more.

Olinda Pernambuco Brazil

2009-10-06T16:52:00.002-05:00

U.S. Premiere!Steamboat Bill, Jr. Peter Blanchette performs his original composition live!

2009-10-04T14:05:00.005-05:00

Peter Blanchette at the Amherst Cinema.

Max Hartshorne "the traveler" comments on Air France first class service

2009-09-29T21:20:00.008-05:00

Footprints

2009-09-28T21:05:00.003-05:00

Northampton MA makes National Geographic's top 100 best adventure towns list

2009-09-24T14:33:00.005-05:00

A few weeks ago I got a call from the mayors office asking if I would get in touch with National Geographic adventure magazines editor and provide them with some photos of Northampton. I was pleased to and am tickled pink (get it?) to be in Geo, even if they did crop the hell out of my photo. In any case it is a great shout out to the world about our town and the write up is fantastic. Here is a link to check it out. Best Adventure Towns

Sunbathing on the beach Fernando de noronha

2009-09-20T21:33:00.003-05:00

Recife Brazil

2009-09-16T21:26:00.003-05:00

silhouette Fernando de Noronha

2009-09-13T20:29:00.003-05:00

Brazil Sunset Fernando de Noronha

2009-09-10T20:59:00.003-05:00

Brazil's paradise, fernando de noronha

2009-09-09T08:40:00.004-05:00