Stella, From Stillwater
The Artist Gorgeous photograph of a calico cat shot with the Leica Q3. The amazing bokeh, detail and color rendition.
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Me & The Q3
Eric Hatheway This Leica Q3, designed, engineered and hand-built by Leica Camera AG in Wetzlar, Germany was shipped to me after a short time on the backorder list at the Leica Store in Miami, Florida. It is many a photographer’s dream to own and use a Leica. I had expected a wait…
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A.I. Self-Portraits: An Artificial Awareness
When a prompt asked the A.I. engine to describe itself, this is the result. Self-awareness is an important step in gaining personality traits among other things. Thanks for visiting and please come back often! A.I. Self-Portraits ©2024 Eric Hatheway
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Django Poster
This was an entry for the Kittl Collage Poster Design Challenge. The poster is a tribute to Django Reinhardt, considered to be one of the greatest guitarists of all time. The collage elements were rendered using Kittl A.I. v.2 which does a very good job of following prompts now. The…
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C.L.T.s Are The Modern H.O.A.
Rude Boy Community Land Trusts: An Alternative to Traditional HOAs Community Land Trusts (CLTs) are gaining attention as a viable alternative to traditional Homeowners Associations (HOAs). Unlike HOAs, which primarily focus on managing shared spaces within a residential community, CLTs are nonprofit organizations that hold land in trust for the benefit of…
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Alternatives To The H.O.A.
Homeowner Associations (HOAs) have traditionally served as governing bodies to maintain community standards and manage shared spaces within neighborhoods. However, as communities evolve and new societal needs emerge, the traditional HOA model may not always be the most effective or equitable solution. HOAs become ineffective and contrary to the interests…
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In recent years, the increasing popularity of condominium living has highlighted the inadequacies of current condominium laws, which have not kept pace with the evolving needs and complexities of modern living. As urban populations grow and housing demands shift, it becomes crucial to reform these outdated laws to ensure they…
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Dissolve The H.O.A.
The dissolution of a Homeowners Association (H.O.A.) is often met with mixed emotions, ranging from relief to outrage. For some, it is the liberation they’ve been yearning for, a chance to reclaim autonomy and rid themselves of what they perceive as an oppressive regime. For others, it is a troubling…
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Romance In The H.O.A.
When two members of a Homeowners Association (HOA) become romantically involved and subsequently concentrate significant power within themselves, this situation can lead to several downsides and pitfalls for a condominium community. To mitigate these issues, it is essential for HOAs to establish clear guidelines and policies that address potential conflicts…
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