My main thing is my 3 children and 5 grandchildren who live in Southern California.i moved to Washington State going on 12 years ago.however i keep in touch all the time.i go see them and they come see me....i do miss them terrably,however i started a new life.and theres change in life all the time...there always on my mind.i love them so much..i also love digital photography,ive been involved with it for 8 years now,and i just keep getting deeper into it...i would say i feel the same about photoshop and computers,im self taught.i would have never dreamed that i could have learned so much.i try to do/learn as much as possible.im always reading,i shoot with a D200 for the last year or so and before that i had a D70,now i have my last camera.a nikon D300.i wont get another.i mean ,a picture can only get so good,the rest is up to the photographer..i remember back in the days useing a kodak 110 ..lifes great -and i like the common bond i have with my flickr friends....peace

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  • JoinedMay 2005
  • Occupationretired
  • Hometownarleta california
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Testimonials

Thank you Jeff (aka "gr8tful dad") & My Flickr Friend! I stumbled on Jeff's work because he kept leaving very kind comments (& encouragement) on mine - including little clues as to what I "may want to try". I went to his flickr page to find that he is very creative and I am absolutely amazed with his digital ima… Read more

Thank you Jeff (aka "gr8tful dad") & My Flickr Friend! I stumbled on Jeff's work because he kept leaving very kind comments (& encouragement) on mine - including little clues as to what I "may want to try". I went to his flickr page to find that he is very creative and I am absolutely amazed with his digital imaging/manipulation/artwork. But more than that - here is a very talented artist that is actually willing to help me grow. The generosity of his kind comments AND support are over the top and very much appreciated.

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May 31, 2010

gr8ful dad has a unique vision and a real talent in photography. and is obviously willing to work very hard to make his vision come to life. He has a terrific sense of humor combined with a great visual sense."

July 2, 2008
Robert Lz says:

gr8ful dad AKA Jeff is Dad to me, it was love at first sight, I loved his pictures and I loved his kind comments on my pictures, I am just a point and shot guy and only use Picasa so when I see what he does with his pictures it is just unbelievable. Jeff is a true artist and a true friend, and I am blessed and thank… Read more

gr8ful dad AKA Jeff is Dad to me, it was love at first sight, I loved his pictures and I loved his kind comments on my pictures, I am just a point and shot guy and only use Picasa so when I see what he does with his pictures it is just unbelievable. Jeff is a true artist and a true friend, and I am blessed and thankful to know him.

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December 21, 2007

I am very glad to write a testimoniel for Jeff. One of the first meetings on flickr was the wide range of experimental works of Jeff. He is very, very creative, and is an excellent photographer. He is always inspiring me in my own creativ doing. For me is Jeff a great artist on flickr and also a really great friend.

December 12, 2007
Thirsty Crayon (deleted)

I can’t remember when I stumbled upon Jeff’s work but I can say that I’m so very glad that I did. His work in a word is ‘Amazing’. In two words it’s ‘Super Stunning’. In three words it’s ‘Over the top’. I’m in total admiration of his ability to take an image and do with it what few others are able to achieve. His visio… Read more

I can’t remember when I stumbled upon Jeff’s work but I can say that I’m so very glad that I did. His work in a word is ‘Amazing’. In two words it’s ‘Super Stunning’. In three words it’s ‘Over the top’. I’m in total admiration of his ability to take an image and do with it what few others are able to achieve. His visionary creative flair often leaves me dumbfounded and I’m oh so very happy to call him a friend here in this Flickr world where photographers abound and geniuses are few. Jeff my man, you’re a creative mastermind! Keep ‘em coming pal.

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July 31, 2007
Ragstatic says:

Jeff ! Jeff !. What a nice guy. We met on flickr. His artsy sense to photography is rare to find. Pretty much an unique style that he carries. Classy and picky with colors and frames. If you see his snaps you'll know what I mean. From his snaps I see he carries a sense of humor. A very responsive person, who takes care… Read more

Jeff ! Jeff !. What a nice guy. We met on flickr. His artsy sense to photography is rare to find. Pretty much an unique style that he carries. Classy and picky with colors and frames. If you see his snaps you'll know what I mean. From his snaps I see he carries a sense of humor. A very responsive person, who takes care to see others posts and comment on specific points he likes. A wonderful person to be in touch with. I wish him fun and laughter filled days. Rags

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July 29, 2007

Jeff and I first crossed paths as we both enjoy photo editing and manipulation, we were members of some of the same groups. When Jeff first commented on one of my works he was kind and supportive (even though my early "stuff" was so so at best) and I was so grateful for the encouragement. I "clicked" over to check ou… Read more

Jeff and I first crossed paths as we both enjoy photo editing and manipulation, we were members of some of the same groups. When Jeff first commented on one of my works he was kind and supportive (even though my early "stuff" was so so at best) and I was so grateful for the encouragement. I "clicked" over to check out his page and not only did I find magnificent creations but, inspiration to continue to work harder to improve my results. Along the way Jeff was always checking in and cheering me on with his kind words. I am truly grateful to Jeff and I am lucky and proud to call him my "Flicker Friend" Charlie

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July 17, 2007

Jeff initially impressed me because he works so hard to improve his photographic skills (which are great anyway!). His continuous "war" with Photoshop and OOB is obvious and the results can be found (and admired) in his photostream. And then I also found out that he is kind and nice and takes time to comment on so many… Read more

Jeff initially impressed me because he works so hard to improve his photographic skills (which are great anyway!). His continuous "war" with Photoshop and OOB is obvious and the results can be found (and admired) in his photostream. And then I also found out that he is kind and nice and takes time to comment on so many photos of his friends. Thank you and Great! to have you as a friend, Jeff :-))

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March 2, 2007
Full Pet (deleted)

The guy really likes my photos, so he cant be a bad person :) Seriously, he seems like one of the most down to earth, honest and caring fellows on flickr. Always a pleasure to stop in and see what he has done.

February 2, 2007
Amanda says:

Ditto to everything Trucker Pete has said. gr8ful dad takes great photos and is a master at photoshop. He also always has a nice and encouraging comment to say. I am glad to call him a flickr friend.

October 18, 2006
peter says:

gr8ful dad (Jeff) is the nicest man you could ever want to know, I met him on Flickr over a year ago now, and think of him as a brother,and his beautiful wife Barbara as a sister. He goes out of his way to help and advise and nothing is too much trouble for him, he is the best friend I ever had even tho we are many mil… Read more

gr8ful dad (Jeff) is the nicest man you could ever want to know, I met him on Flickr over a year ago now, and think of him as a brother,and his beautiful wife Barbara as a sister. He goes out of his way to help and advise and nothing is too much trouble for him, he is the best friend I ever had even tho we are many miles apart. Jeff is a great man. Pete "N" Lynne

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July 22, 2006