Read F8 - The My Final Photo Newsletter
The First Halloween
A father photographs his infant child settled into a carrier in front of the Pumpkin Glow display at Westerville City Hall. My Final Photo for Oct. 20, 2021.
Full Moon Over Corn Field
The nearly full Hunter's Moon rises over the dried but not yet ready for harvest field of corn on the Yarnell farm on Africa Road. My Final Photo for Oct. 19, 2021.
Wetlands Walk
A malamute and his human companion walk in afternoon light across the short bridge spanning the main flow at the Highlands Park wetlands. My Final Photo for Oct. 18, 2021.
Kindred Spirits Of Fishing
A shorebound fisherman watches as a waterborne compatriot passes by for a better fishing hole at Alum Creek State Park Lake. My Final Photo for Oct. 17, 2021.
Using The Force For Treats
A trio of young Star Wars fans pause before going to "Trunk or Treat" at Westerville Community Church where they hope they might use The Force to fill their bags with candy. My Final Photo for Oct. 16, 2021.
A Family Moment
Grandfather and grandson embrace at the end of an afternoon enjoying themselves on the shores of Hoover Reservoir at Red Bank Park. My Final Photo for Oct. 15, 2021.
Cleaning The Main Street Bridge
A Franklin County work crew pressure washes the Main Street bridge sidewalks and railing in preparation for sealing the sidewalks on the 10-year-old bridge. My Final Photo for Oct.14, 2021.
Hay Headed For Storage
Round hay bales are moved to the edge of the field for temporary storage and to allow the field to grow for what may be another fresh cut before winter. My Final Photo for Oct. 13, 2021.
Rush Hour Crash
A Westerville firefighter retrieves equipment from the top of a fire truck as police investigate a car crash during rush hour at Cleveland Ave. and County Line Road. My Final Photo for Oct. 12, 2021.
Treetop Survey
A Westerville Parks worker surveys treetops near Hanby Park before trimming away dead and dangerous branches near the bike path. My Final Photo for Oct. 11, 2021.
St. Paul Sunday Morning – October 10, 2021
The statue of Mary near the entrance to St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church is bathed in morning light at sunrise before the first Sunday Mass. My Final Photo for Oct. 10, 2021.
Rowing Returns To Hoover
A flotilla of boats race in the Columbus Fall Classic Saturday at Hoover Reservoir after having canceled last year's event because of the pandemic. My Final Photo for Oct. 9, 2021.
Smallmouth Pride
A proud stepfather takes a photo of his stepdaughter after what he said was her first successful smallmouth bass fishing competition on Hoover Reservoir Sunday afternoon. My Final Photo for September 10, 2023.
Doggie Day Dilemma
A Highlands Pool lifeguard assists a dog out of the pool after it lost its way to the stairs while returning a ball to its owner during Doggie Days at the pool when dogs are allowed to play in the usually humans-only waters. My Final Photo for September 9, 2023.
Towering In Uptown
A pedestrian crosses West College where construction workers are completing framing for the distinctive tower that will mark the corner of a news office and apartment building in Uptown Westerville. My Final Photo for September 8, 2023.
Red Sky At Night
A young sailor ties off the lines on his boat after finishing training races at Hoover Reservoir Thursday at sunset. My Final Photo for September 7, 2023.
Heavenly Work
A roofer straddles the peak of the slate roof of Church of the Messiah in Uptown Westerville where he was replacing broken tiles as part of repairs to the church’s roof. My Final Photo for September 6, 2023.
Gnome’s Hangout
Krista Chrisman arranges her 312 Tom Clark pecan resin gnome figurines in the display cases at the Westerville Public Library where they will be on exhibit for several weeks. My Final Photo for September 5, 2023.
Everyone Out Of the Pool
A lone swimmer exits the lap pool at Highlands as the last person out of the water on the final day of the season at the aquatic park. My Final Photo for September 4, 2023.