One Full Year
A technically perfect photograph can be the world’s most boring picture. - Andreas Feininger
The end of 2009 marks my first full year in Lake Charles.
My employment with the American Press began in June of 2008. My first six months were swamped by Ike and Gustav. Hurricane coverage buffed the newbie shine off my forehead.
January 2009 creeped in and life in Lake Charles without storms became a daily reality. Looking back over the year, southwest Louisiana has revealed itself to be a well kept secret in Louisiana.
Growing up in the far northern reaches of the state, Baton Rouge and New Orleans were always discussed as the center of Louisiana. Prior to 2009, no proof was ever offered to the contrary. Today I know different. Southwest Louisiana’s culture is an interesting mix of Cajun, cowboy, and much more. The food here is some of the best in the state. Seriously, I have eaten some of the best poboys, hamburgers, and gumbo.
The slideshow contains some of my favorite images for 2009. This is a mix of sports, news and feature shots. Hope you enjoy it.
Here are a few of my favorite tears sheets from 2009.
