Hart Ponder Jr

While in town, looking forward to attending Mass at Saint Peter and Paul Church tomorrow. Here is a picture I had taken a few years ago while in town. Built in 1924, with stunning twin spires, rich Italian heritage, and Mass in Latin, Cantonese, English, and Italian. A sacred…

Your opinion please ! I must admit Marilyn in 36x72 as a panel looks pretty good…Black & White or Color?

While in town, looking forward to attending Mass at Saint Peter and Paul Church tomorrow. Here is a picture I had taken a few years ago while in town. Built in 1924, with stunning twin spires, rich Italian heritage, and Mass in Latin, Cantonese, English, and Italian. A sacred…

CCC 674 “The Church, ‘the pillar and bulwark of the truth’ (1 Tim 3:15), knows that the last days have begun. The ‘last days’ already began with the coming of Christ and will end when he comes again in glory.” CCC 2847 “The call to watchfulness is a constant call addressed to…

Hey @VP @JDVance can you please URGENTLY get Trump and Elon on a phone call and resolve this ?? NOOWWW

To claim that teaching the faithful that kneeling is more reverent than standing is “simply absurd” ignores both Scripture and tradition. In Philippians 2:10, Saint Paul writes, “At the name of Jesus every knee should bend,” linking kneeling directly to reverence for Christ.…

There’s something magical about photographing stage plays—capturing the energy, the emotion, and the fleeting moments that make live theater so powerful. In Cedar City, Utah, the Shakespeare Festival brings timeless stories to life, and I had the privilege of freezing those…

As I wandered through a quiet village bazaar, my eye was drawn to a shaded corner where a small table sat, scattered with once-needful things. Among them was this doll—delicate, worn, and seemingly waiting. I paused, imagining the hands that once held it, the laughter it might…

There’s something truly special about street photography—the way it captures raw moments, human connections, and the energy of a place. It’s not just about the scene, but the feeling it evokes. Do you have a photo that tells a story, sparks emotion, or captures a fleeting…

Driving down Country Club yesterday, I couldn't help but notice the vibrant flowers lining the fairway. Sunrise would be the perfect time to capture them. So, at 6:00 AM this morning, it was absolutely worth it. Watching the first light dance cast soft shadows was pure magic.

The Awakening of the Poet' by Gabriel Ferrier, 1899.

Midcentury Modern Week is here! Celebrating the timeless design and architecture of the Palm Springs area. Here’s my shot of an iconic Rancho Mirage gem, clean lines, bold geometry, and that classic desert backdrop. 🌴📸 #MidcenturyModern #PalmSprings #RanchoMirage #ModernismWeek

Sunrise yesterday at the iconic art display in Palm Springs, CA

In the middle of nowhere, New Mexico abandoned ranch.

“Moonrise Over Marilyn” The city was still asleep when I set out, camera in hand, chasing a vision. The goal? To capture *Forever Marilyn*—the towering tribute to an icon—bathed in the golden glow of a Palm Springs sunrise.

…As I turned a corner, my eye caught something special—a bed of vibrant yellow flowers, standing tall and proud despite the cloudy sky above. Just as I lifted my camera to capture the scene, the clouds began to part, and beams of sunlight broke through…

“The Art of Flowers” Olympia Rain Forest, WA. It was an amazing adventure to discover what beauty this magical place holds…DM me or ponderphotography.etsy.com

Thomas V.

"Always be on the lookout for the presence of wonder." - E.B. White

Adventure is calling! To truly capture iconic landscapes or vibrant people, you’ve got to immerse yourself in the surroundings. That’s why my Airstream is the ultimate travel buddy-it turns every destination into an unforgettable story. #ExploreMore #Airstream #PhotographyJourney