Southern Grace Metal Print

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The magnolia is a symbol of southern charm and grace. With her alluring scent and beautiful pearl white petals the magnolia has an attraction that transcends regional boundaries. This particular image was capture in Arlington Cemetery on Memorial Day 2010. You will notice a drop of dew at the base of its stamen. Perhaps it is just a drop of dew or perhaps this flower has shed a tear for the fallen heroes that surround her.

A little about me: I was raised a military brat and lived all around the US growing up. I went to Auburn University then joined the Air Force upon graduation. In the Air Force I flew B-1B bombers, T-37 and T-38 trainers, KC-135s and taught counter terrorism CQC defensive tactics for aircrews. I retired from the Air National Guard after 21 years of service. I was also an airline pilot for Midwest Airlines where I flew DC-9s, MD-80s and Boing 717s. All of Midwest's flight-crews were outsourced in 2008 and now I make my living selling art and various other jobs in the Dallas Fort Worth area. A little about art: Like many photographers I received my first camera as a gift at some ridiculously young age. Like many I am passionate...