David Cox Photography

Austin Apartment Association Property of the Year 2008

2008-06-24T07:03:00.003-06:00

Austin Apartment Association May Madness 2008

2008-05-16T07:01:00.003-06:00

The Austin Apartment Association held their annual May Madness party at the Salt Lick in Driftwood, Texas. Music was provided by the Pictures .

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May Calf Branding, Bassett, Nebraska

2008-05-11T16:48:00.002-06:00

My father-in-law took me to a calf branding on 3 ranches near Bassett, Nebraska. This is the true definition of a co-op. More than 30 folks arrive to help out with no pay other than lunch and some cold suds after the work is done. They rotate through all the local ranches during calving season so that all the work gets done. In fewer than 3 hours, more than 180 calves had been sorted, branded, medicated and castrated on 3 separate ranches. Its truly amazing how fast all this work gets done. The threat of oncoming rain certainly helped motivate folks as well.

While holding the back leg of a calf and getting ready to turn him out back into the pasture, I loosened my grip. He reminded me that even though they're small, they have a heck of a kick. My lip is almost back down to normal size.

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The modern urban cowboy. My inspiration for this photo came roughly from this Gary Larson "The Far Side" comic:

Taylor Hart Graduation & Confirmation

2008-05-11T16:28:00.003-06:00

My sister-in-law Taylor had a big weekend. She graduated from 8th grade at the Bassett, Nebraska grade school, was confirmed at church, and is about to have her birthday.

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Spring Portraits

2008-05-11T14:48:00.002-06:00

We got the chance to spend some time with our friends Jen, Kevin, Ari, Taya, Taryn and Karen as well as their dogs. Some very nice portraits of a most blessed family.

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Amy Esdorn's Birthday in Blanco

2008-03-17T07:35:00.002-06:00

We spent a wonderfully relaxing weekend in Blanco at a fabulous house with our friends Michael, Amy, Tyree, Stephanie and Matt. I got a chance to work with some really nice light for some great portraits.

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Karaoke Night at the Water Tank

2008-03-17T07:29:00.002-06:00

Just some fun pics from a biker-karaoke-dive-bar which makes a great burger. If you live in Austin, be sure to check out The Water Tank on McNeil at 183. Steak night is on Wednesday and its excellent!

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AMODA Laptop DJ Battle at Club DeVille

2008-03-16T21:44:00.003-06:00

Michael and I went to the AMODA (Austin Museum of Digital Art) Digital Showcase #43 Laptop DJ Battle which was hosted during the South by Southwest Music Festival at Club Deville. All of these shots were made without flash at ISO3200 with a 100mm f2.0 prime on the Canon 40D.

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Austin Apartment Association Casino Night

2008-02-22T04:53:00.002-06:00

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Bussinger Birthdays

2008-02-21T09:13:00.002-06:00

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Ethanol Processing Plant by Night, Atkinson, Nebraska

2007-12-30T12:11:00.000-06:00

This image is available for purchase as a large-format art print. See the gallery for pricing.

Largen's Manufacturing Company, Creighton, Nebraska

2007-12-30T11:23:00.000-06:00

Yesterday, we were treated to several pounds of broasted chicken courtesy of Larry from Largen's Manufacturing Co. in Creighton, Nebraska. Established sometime after 1904, this building is a aluminum foundry and machine shop. They make commercial electric pressure cookers for broasting chicken, fish, etc. The chicken was fantastic and remarkably not greasy.

The following images were made from 3-4 pictures each which were shot back-to-back at varying levels of exposure (very dark to very bright). These images were then combined in Photoshop to create 1 image which has a dynamic range (range from darkest to lightest) which is greater than a camera can normally capture (this technique is called HDR or High-Dynamic-Range Imaging). Then, the files are converted back into a normal dynamic range by selectively crushing or expanding various parts of the shadows, midtones, and highlights. These files were then sharpened and tinted.

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Christmas In Nebraska

2007-12-27T21:57:00.000-06:00

Its cold. Ridiculously cold. The people up here say its actually relatively quite warm. They also call lunch dinner, which apparently is different than supper. I think the cold is getting to them.

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Fun with keywords:
My photo hosting company (smugmug) allows for keyword searching of images across multiple galleries. This provides a pretty cool way to see someone grow over the years. For example, here's a gallery of images of Taylor Hart and Abby Beach.

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The cold got to these two (Jen and her sister Taylor).

We went sledding. Much fun. But it sure is a lot of work dragging those damn things back up the hill.

Dragging it behind the truck works alot better. Yes, that's Jen in a snoopy hat.

Uncle Bun with 2 of his granddaughters Allie and Jacie.

Never say you don't like black olives.

All the nuggets in one place.

Emmett Albert Thaxton Jr.

2007-12-20T15:04:00.000-06:00

March 8, 1921 - December 17, 2007

My great-uncle Emmett passed away this week. He was an incredible man with an incredible heart. He will be greatly missed.

Emmett made this recording in 1968 on open-reel tape. The recording primarily features my great-grandmother (Emeline Simpson), Emmett, his wife (Emeline Simpson Thaxton), his daughter (Margaret Thaxton Von Runnen), and their dog (Maggie).
Right-Click on this link to download the file to your computer (26MB).

From his obituary:
His parents were Emmett Albert Thaxton and Miladi Marie Skrabanek. He lived all of his life in Dallas and attended Robert E. Lee Elementary, J.L. Long Jr. High School, and graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1939. He was a member of the Boy Scouts of America and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He attended Texas A&M University prior to enlisting in the Army Air Corp. He served in the U.S. Army as a Forward Observer with the 191st Field Artillery Battalion in Gen. Pattons Third Army during WWII. He served in the Occupation Army after the end of the war. He was a 1st Lieutenant and was awarded an Air Medal for Distinguished Service. He attended SMU on the GI Bill and graduated with a degree in Business Administration. He spent 30 years with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas in the Auditing and Cash Departments, retiring as a Vice President in 1986. He had a lifelong interest in music, mechanics and ham radio. His call sign was "WD5HRK". His razor wit and sense of humor will truly be missed. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Emeline Simpson Thaxton, daughter Margaret Thaxton Von Runnen, son-in-law Jack Von Runnen, grandsons Reed Thaxton Dennis and Blain Hodgens Dennis. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Boy Scouts of America, Circle 10 Council. Restland 972-238-7111 http://www.restlandfuneralhome.com

Austin Apartment Association Holiday Gala 2007

2007-12-14T14:09:00.000-06:00

The Austin Apartment Association held their annual Holiday Gala at the Austin Country Club on Thursday 12/13/2007. The event was fabulous with amazing doorprizes, food, and entertainment provided by Dysfunkshun Junkshun.

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Keithley and Vanessa Shorte Wedding

2007-11-25T08:58:00.000-06:00

Joe, Brian, and I met up in Houston for our friend Keithley's wedding.

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Thanksgiving with the Portii

2007-11-25T08:53:00.000-06:00

We spent Thanksgiving day with the Portis family during their last year in College Station.

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All Dressed Up and No Place to Go

2007-11-15T09:26:00.000-06:00

Sadly, the Rolly is no more. He was a good car for more than 10 years. But his ass was about to fall out (the transmission part of his ass).

R.I.P. Sweet Prince

On a happier note, I got a really neat truck. Image courtesy of AmALamma.

Just in time for the Holidays: All Art Prints 25% off!

2007-10-29T13:52:00.001-06:00

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Reflection in Downtown Austin at Golden Hour (2007)

This is an image which was shot on Fuji Velvia slide film during the most beautiful time of the day earlier this year, scanned at about 25 mega-pixels and then retouched. This is one of the many art prints which are for sale at a 25% discount during the month of November . It will print beautifully up to an impressive 24"x36". Buy This Print Now

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Sentry At Dusk (2004)

Shot in the spectacular Arizona desert outside of Phoenix, this image is one of my favorites. It was shot on Fuji Velvia slide film, scanned at more than 25 mega-pixels and then retouched. This is one of the many art prints which are for sale at a 25% discount during the month of November . It will print beautifully up to an impressive 24"x36". Buy This Print Now

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Industrial Rosette (2003)

Shot outside a cathedral in Paris, this image is striking and will match both traditional and modern interiors. It was shot on Fuji Velvia slide film, scanned at more than 25 mega-pixels and then retouched. This is one of the many art prints which are for sale at a 25% discount during the month of November . It will print beautifully up to an impressive 24"x36". Buy This Print Now

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Austin Apartment Association Trade Show

2007-10-29T09:30:00.000-06:00

This week the Austin Apartment Association held their annual Trade Show and requisite After-Party at the Parmer Events Center in Austin.

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Teagan's Birthday

2007-10-21T07:55:00.000-06:00

Jennifer, Michele and I traveled to Dickenson, Texas (near NASA south of Houston) to attend Teagan's very special birthday party which was attended by more than 20 authentic 5-year olds. Wow. That's a lot of energy in one room.

All of the attendees were dressed in costume (including a pirate wench in cowboy boots) and were particularly adorable.

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Waco Cultural Arts Festival 2007

2007-10-01T10:58:00.000-06:00

I shot this weekend for the Waco Cultural Arts Festival.

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Bands included:
Queng Le (Waco, TX)
Gillis Family (Waco, TX)
The Tea Merchants (Austin, TX)
Trout Fishing in America (Prarie Grove, AR)
Yarina (Quito, Ecuador)
Ruthie Foster (Austin, TX)
The Klaras-Warren Collaboration (Waco, TX)
The Dave Wild Trio (Waco, TX)
c.h.o.r.d. (Waco, TX)
Richard Thomas and The Sesame Street Quartet (Waco, TX)
35 South (Waco, TX)

Ally the Shit-dle

2007-09-13T09:31:00.000-06:00

After many years, my mother decided to get another dog. Meet Ally, the 7-week old Poodle / Shitzu puppy. She's cute. She's tiny. She's named for the daughter she never had (makes me feel a bit uneasy about myself!).

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Heather's Birthday at Casa de Este

2007-08-21T06:49:00.000-06:00

I tried something new this weekend by setting up a small portable studio at Heather's birthday party. We had some fun. We got some nice pics and some stupid ones (think alcoholically challenged). You be the judge.

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Tumbling Jitterbugs

2007-08-20T14:48:00.000-06:00

Our friend Ari had her last gymnastics class this weekend for a while. We got a chance to hang out and I got to take some pics.

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