I like to be active. I like a little adventure and prefer places where you don't have to jostle around others to participate or see the view.
My interest in photography was sparked by my hikes to beautiful places in Washington state. I wanted to be able to record the beauty I saw.
As a result of the influence of my Flickr contacts I have become interested in the many facets of photography--macro, street, urban, portrait and on and on. There is so much to learn and I am grateful for the knowledge and inspiration I have received from Flickr.
- JoinedJanuary 2009
- OccupationRetired
- HometownSeattle
- Current cityShoreline
- CountryUSA
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Karen Portin's photography is the best. The individual photos are so beautiful and I like that her husband is in many. What a wonderful time you are having in your retired years. I would love to be the places you have been but not liking the heat and discomfort that go along with it. Since I am pushing 80 I will b… Read more
Karen Portin's photography is the best. The individual photos are so beautiful and I like that her husband is in many. What a wonderful time you are having in your retired years. I would love to be the places you have been but not liking the heat and discomfort that go along with it. Since I am pushing 80 I will be traveling along with you on Flickr. Be safe. God has made a beautiful world. God bless you.
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I just wanted to say how much I appreciate your stream. Your photography is consistently wonderful and always reminding me that the world is still out there waiting to be explored. The southwest is my favorite area of the US to visit and photograph, and for now I'll have to be content with vicariously enjoying it throu… Read more
I just wanted to say how much I appreciate your stream. Your photography is consistently wonderful and always reminding me that the world is still out there waiting to be explored. The southwest is my favorite area of the US to visit and photograph, and for now I'll have to be content with vicariously enjoying it through your posts on Flickr! Cheers.
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