Pioneer Village World War II Living History Event, May 21, 2016

Pioneer Village is a collection of over 24 restored buildings and structures dated from the 1840's to early 1900's, nestled in a unique rural village setting amidst the rolling Hawthorne Hills. On May 21, 2016 The Ozaukee County Historical Society held a World War II Living History Event nestled on the grounds of Pioneer Village, within these restored structures. Battles and demonstrations were staged; equipment, vehicles, weaponry and uniforms could be seen.

Here is a six minute YouTube video of this event:   

https://youtu.be/8ogVYlq2Yuk

Here are just a few of the stills

This is one I viewed with a double-take. For those who went to MATC photography, the name on this foot locker was one of our photography instructors in the 1960's.

http://www.co.ozaukee.wi.us/657/Pioneer-Village

www.ochs.co.ozaukee.wi.us/Accomplishments.htm

United Service Organizations for National Defense Stateside Operations; WWII Living History Group

We are a group of women and men dedicated to preserving the history of the United Service Organizations (USO) during the World War Two time period. Our mission is not only that of preservation, but also one of education. Our goal is to represent the experiences of the women and men of the World War Two era USO through participation in living history displays, re-enactments, parades, and ceremonies.

Our members portray a wide range of folk, just like the real people of the World War Two USO. However, we are mainly concerned with the portrayal of the average Jane and average Joe; those unsung volunteer heroes of the USO, whose combined efforts were nothing short of herculean and their impact monumentally important to the nation's war effort.

http://www.ww2uso.org

Street photography

Also, please make sure to check out older posts on the link at the bottom of this listing.

Street photography is conducted for art or enquiry that features unmediated chance encounters and random incidents within. Street photography does not necessitate the presence of a street or even the urban environment. Though people usually feature directly, street photography might be absent of people and can be of an object or environment where the image projects a decidedly human character in facsimile or aesthetic.

The street photographer can be seen as an extension of the flaneur, an observer of the streets (who was often a writer or artist).

Framing and timing can be key aspects of the craft with the aim of some street photography being to create images at a decisive or poignant moment.

My photography in a slideshow format...

I have undertaken photography projects over the years, some have been published at Blurb Books and others have been shared on my website and social media.

I take great pride in my work and spend a detailed amount of time in creating and enhancing my images to be the best that I can offer.

Following are some of the more major projects that I've done

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The Milwaukee Art Museum "Art In Bloom".

The Marquette Interchange Construction Project
This slide show chronicles the activities on the West Leg of the Interchange from April 2006 through August 2008.

Forty years after it helped usher Milwaukee into the age of modern
expressways, the old Marquette Interchange will be mostly gone - to be replaced with a new Interchange. This new project was aimed at delivering a safer, more usable Interchange in 2008.

The Blurb book can be seen HERE.

Big Bikes Part 1
“Big Bikes” are a tradition in Milwaukee, celebrated once every five years on a national scale. Bikers, enthusiasts and the public from all walks of life gather here for this exciting event.

Big Bikes Part 2
“Big Bikes” are a tradition in Milwaukee, celebrated once every five years on a national scale. Bikers, enthusiasts and the public from all walks of life gather here for this exciting event.This part is more about the activities going on through the last two days.

Sydney Hih Demolition
This video portrays Sydney Hih's last several years in Milwaukee, WI and concludes with its' demolition in August, 2012.

Other Work
I have also created several slideshows this winter, of some of places we've seen over the years. These are available for view now on YouTube and are a work in progress. 

Enjoy!

Travels with Kathy...

I have created several slideshows this winter, of some of places we've seen over the years. These are available for view now on YouTube and are a work in progress.

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Orlando Florida
A week in Orlando Florida, April 2002.

















The Mississippi River
Following the towns along the Mississippi River north from La Crosse Wisconsin via Highway 35. July 2005.

Sedona Arizona
Over millions of years, layers of sandstone and limestone were left in the area by a receeding ocean. Iron oxide eventually covered the grains of sandstone and, in a natural process, rust formed. The stunningly beautiful red rocks of Sedona are the result of this process. December 2003.

Saguaro National Park
The Giant Saguaro is the most fascinating plant of the Sonoran Desert. It's skin is tough and waxy and its woody skeleton is concealed inside the plant. The trunk and arms are pleated like an accordion and can expand or contract with the amount of water taken in. In the place of leaves the Saguaro has thousands of spines to shade and protect itself. December 203.

Mission San Xavier del Bac
The White Dove of the Desert, aka Mission San Xavier del Bac, is one of the many Catholic missions in the American Southwest. It’s part of a series of missions trailing north into Arizona from Mexico. The White Dove was founded by Franciscan friars in the late 1700s, and continues as an active Catholic church today. With its whitewashed walls, ornate interior, and garden courtyard, this is one of the more intriguing missions in the southwest. December 2003.

Door County Trek
Door County has a rich history surrounding the water and land that make up the peninsula and islands. It’s also steeped in the stories of the first people to arrive here, including Native Americans and European settlers who fell in love with the beauty and natural bounty of the county. They settled here, named the communities, and through they didn’t know it at the time, started much of the unique culture that visitors appreciate so much today. August 2006.

Cave Point
Door County, Wisconsin on Lake Michigan, August 2006

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The beauty of winter at the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center - for those four season people.

The Schlitz Audubon Nature Center is one hundred and eighty five acres of natural habitat for birds, wildlife, and humans alike! The land is at the heart of everything they do. It’s allowed the establishment of a 40-year reputation of excellence in environmental education for people of all ages.

Winter is a fantastic time to visit the Center. Depending on the weather and temperature, the Lake Michigan shoreline is continually reshaping itself with ever-changing ice canos, glistening icicles, and breathtaking sunrises. Members can check out snowshoes for free while visiting; $10 per pair for nonmembers. Cross-country skis are welcome on the Center’s trails. See how many tracks you can discover and identify in the snow!

These scenes were captured on the nature trails on January 3, 2016. Enjoy!

The prairies

Eagle nest replica

Mystery Lake education area.

Gorge gateway to the woodland loop (for another season)

Geared up - from the old farm implement area.

Snow Plow?

Snow blower?

Head on collision

Downtown Milwaukes' Upper Lakefront ~ November 2, 2015

From the Miller Pavillion at O'Donnell Park with the Cudahy Tower and University Club Condominium in the background.

"The Calling" by Mark Di Suvero, and the Calatrava Pavillion at the Milwaukee Art Center.

Northwestern Mutual construction

Ginko tree and construction.














Abraham Lincoln Statue in front of the Lincoln Memorial Building.

From the Miller Pavillion with US Bank building in the background.

Atop O'Donnell Park

Northwestern Mutual Insurance Company tower construction.

University Club Condo Tower.

November Stroll Through Kletzsch Park In Glendale Wisconsin

...with Fall still hanging in there!

Slightly Past Peak at Whitnall Park, Milwaukee County Wisconsin

I guess this is lunch for the locals.