The Olympic Flame

Here are some up-close-and-personal shots of the Cauldron, which, so happens to be right outside of my office.  Bonus!!!

here are a few shots taken before Mr Gretzky graced us with his presence:

while we were waiting, I decided to give it a head start:

it worked!

everyone cheered as we watched the fireworks:

they were shot off from a barge in the water.  great view!

excitement was everywhere!  there were tons of reporters and media:

what a night!

up next, some pictures shot during the day:

Bill Page and I:

some high res shots for your desktop (click to enlarge):

under the hood:

I was able to shoot these at around 6:00am.  I had the whole place to myself!

and some more high-res for you:

I hope you enjoyed the pictures.  come back soon!

-Sean

Night Lights, part I

Take a look around - enjoy the color/colour.  
Here is Vancouver at night!

some views from the Robson Square skating rink.  a wonderful public space right under the street!

here are some of the illuminated art installations of "Lunar Fest" on Granville St:

a couple shots from the end of Granville:

ST Pauls Hospital on Burrard:

I disagree - I think they fit perfectly.  (near my hotel):

outside of  the Vancouver Art Gallery:

countdown clock:

a really interesting piece under Robson Square.  it's like a gigantic clothespin spring:

b'dee b'dee - that's all, folks!  well, for now at least.  check back soon!