THE REAL FLORIDA

Wow, Nelson! You have really become quite a photographer. I am really enjoying your pics. You have such a good eye! Delia

said fdscales 2004.08.15 at 14:16:07 PDT

Hi Judge! Thank you so much for the great comments on my album "A Fall Walk in the Park" album. I live in Columbus and often visit Blacklick Woods which is in Reynoldsburg. I have enjoyed your photos too. The "cowboy&quot ; experience is so far removed from the life I live in the city. I especially loved the "Morning Ride" photo - the silhouette of the riders getting ready for an early morning ride. I want to go back to German Village to get some fall shots very soon. Thanks again! Connie

said camerabug1 2004.10.06 at 13:36:37 PDT

Hello Again Judge - Finally had the chance to do a slideshow on your album, "The Other Florida That Tourists Never See". It was a great story with wonderful photos. I didn't realize that this way of life existed any longer - except for maybe in the western states, certainly not in Florida. I really appreciate your narrative - I would have wondered what happened to that wild bull! Thanks for sharing. Connie in Ohio

said camerabug1 2004.11.22 at 06:10:18 PST

Hi thre Judge!!! Firstly tks for your comments in Save the Trees album and you are right about the distance thing...and yet...how assimilar soo much is!! I have no doubt you are a fair dinkum 'cowboy'...and would just blend into this country beautifully! I viewed a number of your albums and loved all the beautiful horses and the great scenery! When I saw all the horses, I thought..hmm...this is definitely a horseman!! I would have loved to have ridden in the ride across Florida with the wagons!! Would have been excellent! I relate to a lot of what is in your photos as I was born in the country and raised in farmland amongst horses and animals...and get up with the 'crows' everyday myself!! the kids don't...man I don't know how these young ones can sleep soo long!! No wonder the world has turned to casual and shiftwork for the young ones!! A really great album...and a vista of scenery and a fabulous story of a life soo full of action!! Keep on 'ridin' Judge....and tks for sharing this side of Florida...and have a really great day....Kind regards to all...Em from Aussie

said emphotos103 2004.11.28 at 18:33:55 PST

Hi Judge, I visited every one of your albums last night and this morning and enjoyed my time in your colorful and informative world. I feel like I know Florida landscape and history better than I ever have before. I will share your albums with former school chums who live there now and know they will enjoy it also along with my horse lover friends here who will appreciate the difference, yet similarities in lifestyle. thanks for sharing and for visiting my own meager gallery, Kenny D aka fuzzybydesign

said fuzzybydesign 2004.12.01 at 11:09:18 PST

Howdy! Nice to see some well-crafted images of the "real Florida." Re: the Florida Mtns of New Mexico - these are pronounced Flor-EE-da, and the term is actually a Spanish one. It means "flowery.&qu ot; After a winter of ample rains, this desert range becomes awash in springtime wildflowers. Of course, it ain't green like the real Florida, but then what is? Cheers!

said blisterfree 2005.01.06 at 09:42:08 PST

Hi Judge, What a delightful and informative album. I loved the awesome photos of South Florida's cow country. I lived in Clearwater and worked for the Tampa Tribune in the 70"s. With the family we took many trips to Floridas lower west coast and inland to some of the areas your photos depict,so I know how beautiful that area still is. It is encouraging to be reminded that parts of our state will most likely remain in a pristine state for some time to come. It's not that I'm opposed to "progress&qu ot;, it is just that when visiting Lake County and the Central Florida region it is a let down to see row upon row of row houses where row upon row of orange trees and cattle ranches once stood. Judge I loved the people shots and the great horse and beef cattle,wild and otherwise images. I was never aware of the Cracker Horse Breed until now....I'm going thru all your great albums and loving everyone....Thanks for the kind words in my guest book and thanks for sharing your part of Florida and it's rich history......I was in Central Florida over the New Years weekend and took a few pictures, some in Tavares. If you would like to visit our old home town look for my latest album.....again thanks for sharing.............Gene

said tewbyfourgn5 2005.01.08 at 11:59:59 PST

Hi, What an album! I've been to florida every year of my life and I had no Idea cowboys roamed the shores..LOL! Gene sent me your site..love it! Marianne

said bowlingranny2 2005.01.08 at 12:14:08 PST

Thanks to Gene for the invite to this awesome album..very interesting subjects in each of these photo captures..Thanks for sharing & God's Blessings from Texas...Ken

said bigdaddy8x14 2005.01.08 at 21:14:00 PST

Thanks for your kind comments on my florida vacation album. I see what you mean now by looking at your work. You can be sure that I will look for some of these back roads next time I'm down there, Henry

said redwing1102 2005.01.24 at 03:38:11 PST

Love your effort to show us the 'way things were'.Your pictures help show why the Florida Forever funding is so very important. I rode with you on a Cracker ride in the early 90's. Thanks. Helen

said goetheforest 2005.02.07 at 19:26:11 PST

Hello I followed a link through Jerry's site and here you are and here I am. You've shown me Florida as I didn't really know existed. I haven't been there for decades and now want to go again. What a very good album, jam packed with beautiful photos. I love your story telling and can certainly see why you are called that name. Super album and enjoyed it very much. Sharon from SE Minnesota

said sharwils 2005.03.02 at 09:00:03 PST

I like this 'Real Florida' very much. Great photo's and wonderful Storytelling. Lorrie/Wyoming

said greenhorngrl 2005.04.05 at 07:19:45 PDT

Hi Judge! Thanks for you wonderful comments in my guestbook! It has lead me to a most amazing album! This is a true gem. So very interesting. I didn't even realize Florida had cowboys. Thanks to your beautiful pictures and your stories, I have learned much about the better side of Florida!!! Such beauty and danger at the same time. Thanks for sharing with us...will be back to view more of your work! Take care...Darlene

said briansbabe2 2005.04.27 at 08:15:23 PDT

Hi Judge, Thanks for the compliments on my photos. I'm glad that you liked the rodeo album. You're obviously a true horseman and I'm not sothe compliments are truly appreciated. Love this album. My wife loves horses and we both love the US so it's been great looking through your albums. You can certainly capture excellent images with emotion in them.Thanks for sharing and I'll see you again soon. Craig from Scotland

said stormrider_uk 2005.05.28 at 07:54:52 PDT

read your story. interested Florida. thanks for tell. Jinny form China

said jinnyzhu 2005.10.08 at 04:05:57 PDT

Thank you for the wonderful photos! You need to visit Brahma Island in Lake Kissimmee. Amazing is the only word I can conjure up. Tell the Lightseys that the Mott family sent you. Thanks for wonderful albums! A cracker girl, Bev beve_at_goidt.com

said bkmott 2006.01.04 at 23:19:23 PST

How fascinating this facet of Florida life is....... I really loved seeing beyond the condos and shorelines into the faces of people that continue to pass the torch of such a special heritage. ..... It is so true......most tourists and even many locals never see this side of Florida. Thank you so much...deb, fl....

said d_jace1 2006.05.20 at 19:56:36 PDT

Hi Judgestoryteller,Wonderfu l album and wonderful historical material. I love the history of our country. You truly opened a page of history that I never knew existed. This is a wonderful album and beautiful photography. Your album has given me a much greater appreciation for a land we consider America's eastern playground. Thank you for sharing your photos and your state's history. best wishes, Ray

said rrayr55 2006.06.10 at 05:19:51 PDT

This is one FANTASTIC album, Nelson; "The Other Florida," that most of us don't see, even if we live here in the same state! I don't think people realize the size of the state. We're six hours north of you and more like eight from Pensacola. ... Thank you for sharing some backcountry experiences and beauty and your beautiful horses too! ... Judy aka L@dybug

said ladybug591 2006.08.06 at 10:50:32 PDT

Good Day Judgestoryteller, well after viewing this album I can certainly see why your username is Judgestoryteller. What a fascinating album, I stopped for a brief peek and spent a long enjoyable time. Never on webshots have I encountered such an interesting album. Being from Canada, I never associated the cow hunting's rich history with Florida. Judy (ladybug) directed me to this captivating album and I am truly glad she did. You are a marvellous storyteller as well as photographer. Thank you for sharing this history. Enjoy your day...Leslie~Canada

said rainingviolets 2006.08.08 at 08:47:31 PDT

Ciao Judgestoryteller, this is a very special and precious album that have enchanted me! Wonderful pictures, breathtaking landscapes, fantastic sunrises and sunset and a great love telling us the history of this wonderful part of our world! Thanks to share with us all this beauty and thanks to Judy to have invited me to see this incredible album. Best wishes. Simona (from Sardinia/Italy)

said simonaman 2006.08.13 at 06:35:55 PDT

I'm glad Judy told me about your album. I really enjoyed it and you are a great storyteller too. Best wishes, Roza (NY)

said rozalia421 2006.08.13 at 08:02:30 PDT

Judy let me know about your work. She has an excellent eye and certainly knows how to pick a winner. Your work is superb! You aren't shy about taking some really tough shots with superb results. I have a great appreciation for your work and even learned a thing or two. Thank you for sharing your superb work on Webshots. My respects and best regards, Stan, California

said srapada 2006.08.13 at 10:51:46 PDT

Hello Judge, Judy is bragging about you, and with good reason. Thank you, Judy, for letting me find Judgestoryteller's work. This is indeed an "other Florida". It's one I would not have recognized as Florida. Or this century, for that matter. I learned a lot from this album. I learned about another Florida that I was unaware of. I also learned that pineapple's bloom. Flowers on a pineapple, I was amazed. You photos are "storytelling" and very well executed I might add. This is a great album and I'm sure you have more where this came from. I'll be back to look. Keep up this work, it's historic and shows an aspect of life we don't see much anymore. Thank you Judge. Alan (Connecticut, USA)

said alanweb 2006.08.13 at 13:35:43 PDT

Hello Nelson, Thank you for this wonderful look at 'The Other Florida'. Your photography is stunning and the story that goes with it is quite fascinating! I will be back to look at more of your wonderful work! Best wishes, Mandy (UK)

said mistywisp 2006.08.13 at 15:34:05 PDT

<font color="#000090" > Beautiful album! I particularly like your very evocative seaside scenes. <font color="#b00000" > Greetings from the west coast of Florida, Paul. </font>

said paul_fernandez 2006.08.14 at 14:51:29 PDT

Love the new additions, and of course "The End" is a perfect final shot! *grin*

said ladybug591 2006.09.26 at 09:45:00 PDT

I love your photos of all Flordia, I've been able to see a more beautiful places i never knew. I lived in Fort Myers for a while,but wish i would have been were you have. Thank you for shareing Linda /Wyoming

said wyo_gals 2006.09.28 at 18:26:15 PDT

I thoroughly enjoyed viewing this album - just chock full of lovely photos and depiction of a time I thought past. What fun you must have had photographing all these scenes. I just love visiting your site - I am never disappointed!! - DeeAnne :)

said missdee101 2006.09.29 at 16:57:37 PDT

Hi,CONGRATULATIONS on being featured,beautiful pictures,great album,well deserved feature,take care Ann (Chester England)

said annedm1 2006.11.09 at 01:00:43 PST

Ciao; you have here a great album, great sceneries and views. Congrats on your featured album. Greetings, Renato/Italy.

said renato26 2006.11.09 at 01:38:12 PST

Nelson, congratulations on being featured with this beautiful album. Thanks for sharing your pictures with us, I enjoyed watching them. Greetings from Israel, Yair.

said ykarelic4 2006.11.09 at 02:25:56 PST

Congratulations on having this album featured today. Judy (Ladybug591) will be hppy to see that as well. She is the one who introduced me to your work , our fellow Floridian. Have a great day with all the mail you will be receiving. Thanks for giving the world this wonderful view of the Sunshine State. Carol

said albertsville 2006.11.09 at 02:31:09 PST

Excellent album documenting the cowboy life in Florida, not what you typically think about when you think of Florida. Well done! Ken

said ckpiros 2006.11.09 at 03:19:54 PST

Congrats on having this great album featured today. Your photos are so beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Greetings form SA, Izebelle.

said izebelle100 2006.11.09 at 03:22:27 PST

Wonderfull album Judge!!! Congratulations:)

said kirsten9999 2006.11.09 at 03:24:51 PST

Well, my friend, I didn't wake up earlier enough to get here before my FL friend, Carol, but she *knew* I'd be THRILLED to see your work featured today, Nelson. You reminded me only a couple of days ago that I'd urged you to go for that new camera so if it's my *fault* that's just fine by me! LOL ... It's yYOUR eye that sees what others might not and you know I love your work!!! I dearly hope many will go on to view more of your wonderful albums; they're in for a treat if they do. I hope your hat still fits at the end of the day. *big grin* ... With much admiration, your upstate pal, Judy

said ladybug591 2006.11.09 at 03:55:51 PST

Congratulations on being featured, thanks for sharing. Michel

said nttl2k2 2006.11.09 at 04:04:16 PST

Thank you for showing us the 'Real Florida' - Never thought about it being Ranchland - All we hear about is Oranges, Beaches & DisneyWorld. A hearty congratulations on having your album chosen as the feature today - you truly live is a wonderful place - like California, anything your little heart desires can be found in Florida - You really can live the life you want - Loree/Wyoming

said greenhorngrl 2006.11.09 at 04:11:13 PST

WOW! I have just said you that this is a wonderful album and now I am glad to see it under the spot light of Webshots! Great job! Congratulation for this well deserved feature! Best wishes. Simona

said simonaman 2006.11.09 at 04:15:21 PST

Congratulations on your beautiful featured album. It was a treat to see your vision of Florida - something most of us don't envision when we think of that state. Thanks and regards- Lynne from Virginia

said donolew 2006.11.09 at 04:18:21 PST

Been to Florida many times.. must confess, didn't know this cowboy-men part existed. Great story well told. Thanks.

said alholmes 2006.11.09 at 05:32:16 PST

Good Morning and Congratulations on being featured for this outstanding album! I was captured from the first photo right through to the last when I first viewed this magnificent album and at the time I felt it should be featured and here you are! Have a beautiful, well deserved day in the Webshots spotlight and thank you for showing us Florida is more than sandy beaches and oranges! Take Care...Leslie

said rainingviolets 2006.11.09 at 05:34:35 PST

Congratulations on the featured album,You have told the story of the Real Florida in an interesting way.When I told friends that Florida was more than beaches and highrises, often thry did not believe me. I like yor Florida. By the way I am still contemplating yor "Challenge" onr of these days....

said gojom 2006.11.09 at 05:39:56 PST

i loved this album, a real taste into the cow men of florida! Thanks for sharing

said kateparmenter100 2006.11.09 at 05:45:38 PST

Thanks so much for sharing your album and giving us a view of the real Florida. As a catahoula owner, I especially enjoyed seeing the cur dogs in action.

said PosyYoung 2006.11.09 at 07:45:55 PST

Congratulations on your featured album! The photos are great. Thanks for sharing! http://community.webshots.com/user/brianhahaha

said brianhahaha 2006.11.09 at 08:06:58 PST

CONGRATULATIONS! Good to see this album featured. Congratulations, again.

said srapada 2006.11.09 at 08:52:47 PST

Congratulations on being featured today.Very interesting album,thanks for sharing.Enjoy your day in the spotlights!Best regards Henri and Josee from Belgium.

said haneveercoremanssh... 2006.11.09 at 09:08:46 PST

Congratulations and thank you for sharing your wonderful Florida album. Ray

said mccoyray 2006.11.09 at 10:17:48 PST

Congrats on being featured today (I am too and am in good company!). I like that you show a side of FL that not many get to see. I especially like the "Dawn on Daytona" shot as it's just up the road a piece from me. Wanda

said oneshotww 2006.11.09 at 12:02:31 PST

Congratulations on your featured album today. It was awesome to walk through it. thank you for sharing it with us. Sandy

said sandylferguson 2006.11.09 at 12:27:20 PST

CONGRATULATIONS on having your 'Real Florida' album featured today on WS. It is probably a side a FL that most people would never had guessed where these photos were shot at. Thanks for sharing a wonderful album. Enjoy your special day. Joyce, California, USA

said joyce914 2006.11.09 at 18:28:32 PST

Hello and congrats on featured album. I have enjoyed your photos. They are great! Thank you for sharing them.

said 19mimi63 2006.11.09 at 19:34:32 PST

Hello and congratulations for having this album chosen as a "Feature" today!! This album is filled with some really beautiful captures and shots!! It stands as a testament to the gifts that God has graced you with. Talent, skill with the lens and a very special sensitivity to His creations!!! Thank you for so freely sharing these with us!!! May Our Heavenly Father continue to bless, guide and protect you and yours Nelson!!!!!! Terry from Sherwood, Oregon.

said trbcowboy 2006.11.09 at 20:37:55 PST

Congratulations on your featured album. You've shown a side of Florida I rarely have seen, even though I lived there for 22 years. It's nice to see that there are still vast sections of Florida that have not been paved over. Nice storyline with the photos; it can be used as a history lesson.

said smartinfto 2006.11.09 at 22:09:19 PST

Hello Nelson and belated congratulations on your featured album! Wow, you've captured much scenic beauty and life in thar hills!! I traveled through the panhandle on hwy90 backcountry this weekend...saw many photo ops. but was anxious to get home from the Blue angels show! Great collection of imagery throughout! Hope you enjoyed your special day, thanks for sharing! Ted

said torretab 2006.11.15 at 08:25:32 PST

Hello Nelson! Wow, congratulations on this wonderfully different Florida album -I thoroughly enjoyed my journey thru the backcountry (on horseback especially).Belated congrats on your feature, I've been travelling and just got back from Florida (Mia Beach - the VERY DIFFERENT Florida) and Calif. We used to live in Tampa so we got to see a lot of the not - so touristy sites. Thanks for bringing back wonderful memories. Marita

said worldtripper3 2006.11.18 at 09:45:04 PST

Hi Nelson, great album again. I like the sea !! I wish you A Marry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family. Freek/Holland

said leboplu2004 2006.12.18 at 14:58:15 PST

I've enjoyed this album all over again, Nelson, and can't help wondering if your were able to access your video?

said ladybug591 2007.01.09 at 05:24:02 PST

Hi Nelson, I love coming to webshots and looking at your photos, It looks like you could have a 3rd profession in photography. Mike says hello. Love to you and the family. Liz

said lizmoye 2007.03.28 at 07:31:00 PDT

Judge Story, -- What a total pleasure to see "The Real Florida," the unpaved Florida, you photographed so beautifully. Speechless in Seattle over discovering such an intelligent and beautiful piece of work as this (your) album surely is. I'll sure find time to download scenes from it. Respectfully - Gary

said stoneycreeks 2007.04.24 at 09:04:16 PDT

NELSON, THIS IS ONE OUTSTANDING ALBUM OF THE BEAUTY IN FLORIDA. REALLY IT IS GREAT! HEY WHEN YOU CAN COME BY AND SEE MY NEWEST ALBUM, COLORS OF THE GSL, I AM PROUD OF THIS ONE, AND WANT TO SHARE!

said loriarnold101 7 months 25 days ago

you suck!

said yousuck011 7 months ago

beatiful album

said alienavdakker 3 months 3 days ago

Hi Nelson thanks for your comment on my Chillworth Gunpowder Mills Album, Congratulations on your Florida album, Keep up the Good work Coin U.K.

said arrowman617 3 months 3 days ago

Very nice album Nelson. Beautiful NAture. Ria The Netherlands

said 8598 3 months 2 days ago