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@mikemaney

Comms exec. Pro-am photographer. Ex-Calvin Klein underwear model. Hey, two out of three ain’t bad. (He/Him)

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TheSpinMD@mikemaney· 9d

Out for a (humid) 30mi bike ride today. Stopped at a kid’s lemonade stand — because you always stop for a kid’s lemonade stand and you always overpay. He was out of lemonade, but still had lemons. Lemon basil pasta for dinner it is.

Two hands exchange yellow lemons over a tablecloth adorned with lemons. One hand has a black bicycle glove on it.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· 9d

Sitting in a farmer’s field. Listening to live music. Drinking local wine.

A color photo of a glass of red wine and a bottle of red sitting in greengrass in a farm field.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· 16d

A quartet of frames from my new everyday walk around camera (24mm Zeiss on a Sony a6700). The man standing behind bars in the third frame is staring at a sign at an immigrant vigil that reads “Welcome to the U.S.”

A candid street scene outside a lively bar or music venue at dusk. Large front windows reveal a warmly lit interior where a live band performs; several musicians and audience members are visible in silhouette beneath hanging lights. On the sidewalk, pedestrians pass in both directions. At center, a man wearing a light-colored cowboy hat, sleeveless shirt, jeans, boots, and visible arm tattoos walks beside a woman with long curly blonde hair wearing a short white polka-dot dress, high-heeled sandals, and a tan crossbody purse. To the left, two other adults walk past the windows, while another person stands near the entrance. On the right, three people chat beside a red brick wall and decorative awning; one man is dressed entirely in white, including a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses. Empty metal chairs sit against the storefront windows, suggesting outdoor seating. The warm glow inside contrasts with the cooler tones of the sidewalk, creating the feeling of an active evening in an entertainment district. Fight fascism.

At dusk in a park, two older adults stand side by side holding lit candles during what appears to be a vigil or memorial gathering. The woman, with shoulder-length gray hair and dressed in a black shirt and pants, cradles her candle with both hands and looks ahead with a solemn expression. Beside her, a man with long gray hair, a full white beard, a dark baseball cap, black T-shirt, and dark jeans holds his candle at chest height while gazing into the distance, his face reflecting quiet emotion. Behind them is a curved metal memorial structure displaying plaques and photographs, framed by leafy trees. Another attendee wearing a wide-brimmed hat sits quietly on a low wall in the background. The candle flames provide warm points of light against the fading evening. Abolish ICE.

A black-and-white photograph viewed from behind a person leaning over a low brick wall, both hands gripping the top edge as they look toward an event taking place beyond a metal fence. The person wears a light-colored patterned short-sleeve shirt, with only the back of their head and shoulders visible. In the distance, several people stand near a partially visible handmade sign that begins with the words “WELCOME TO THE USA,” though the remaining text is obscured. Trees, houses, and an out-of-focus flagpole form the background. The composition emphasizes the barrier between the observer and the gathering, creating a sense of watching from the sidelines. Abolish ICE.

A black and white photograph of a small tattered American flag draped over a sign that says private property no trespassing.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Jul 9

Can't wait to see this exhibit. This quote by Mark says so much about seeing the world around us.

A quote in white font against a gray background (or a grey background if that's more your spelling thing). It reads:

That is part of the pleasure of seeing prints on a wall, though. Getting close and backing up. Finding a midground to see what the photographer was seeing. We are now so used to often viewing photography only on small screens like phones, tablets, and computers. Looking at photography, like any art, that way is fine. But to see prints on a wall, or in a book even, allows the viewer to notice the nuances and the subtle differences that make up a great photo.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Jul 6

"The sea was angry that day, my friends—like an old man trying to send back soup in a deli!"

A color photo that shows two lifeguards sitting on a lifeguard stand staring out to a wavy sea. Two yellow flags flank them. A scrub covered dune is in the foreground. Also, fascism is evil.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Jul 4

Mother Nature put on quite the light show tonight. #buckscounty #shotoniphone

A dramatic thunderstorm scene at dusk. A dark, heavy shelf of blue and grey clouds dominates the sky, with a single, bright bolt of lightning flashing through an illuminated, warm-toned gap in the center. The foreground shows a stark, black silhouette of a tree line against the storm.

A low-angle shot of a cracked asphalt road leading up a hill, framed by green grassy slopes on either side. The road stretches toward a vibrant sunset sky filled with soft, wispy clouds illuminated in shades of brilliant orange, gold, and soft pink beneath a clear blue sky.

A wide landscape of a green grassy field under a dramatic, colorful sky at sunset. The horizon features a distant line of dark green trees and a small building. Above, massive storm clouds are intensely illuminated by the setting sun, creating a striking contrast of deep greys, fiery oranges, and brilliant golden yellows against patches of blue sky.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Jun 27

Unwritten rule for my cycling community: No matter the ride, you do not pass a kid’s lemonade stand. That, plus you overpay.

A medieval prince with a caption that reads: This is my word, and as such is beyond contestation. It’s a scene from the movie “A Knight’s Tale.”

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Jun 21

Spent the evening enjoying the expert musicianship of The Bacon Brothers at The Princeton Festival. Kevin, well, you know him. His brother, Michael, is an Emmy-winning composer. *Yes, @sogrady.org there was a Tremors mention on stage. **Final encore song: Footloose.

A performer on stage playing the guitar and singing into a microphone. The background is purple. There’s a tom tom drum in the lower right of the frame.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Jun 20

Stopped to hydrate with a spicy mango margarita (which I now believe they should sell by the keg).

A high contrast color photo of an orange drink in a short glass on a wood bar. The background is blurry. A green jalapeños floats in the drink. Red orange takin flakes rim the glass.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Jun 20

Attended out town’s pride festival this morning (where my Broadway friend was entertaining).

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Jun 5

Missed Bruce in Philly, but caught him last night at Monmouth University playing with a few of his friends to kick off a two-night concert event - Music America: The Songs That Shaped Us - celebrating America's 250th birthday.

A musician in blue jeans and a vest thrusts his guitar in the air on stage at a concert.

A black and white phot of a female singer in a long white dress on stage in an auditorium singing into a microphone. Stage lights shine down on her and the crowd.

Two guitar players perform on stage in front of a large crowd.

Four musical performers in a row on stage in front of a large crowd. One plays the accordion. The other three play guitars.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 29

My fave shot of the night: Pennsylvania State Representative Tim Brennan presents Stage United founder Joe Montone with a $50,000 check to support this amazing and important live music and community program.

Two men stand on a stage. One is holding an oversized check. The other is in a blue blazer. The check is made out to Stage United in the amount of $50,000 presented by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. A drum kit is left frame.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 29

Got out last night to support a couple of indie bands at Doylestown’s Concerts at the Park series. Introduce your ears to Fat Mezz and Hay Sugar when you get a chance.

A medium shot of a male guitarist performing on an outdoor stage during sunset. He wears sunglasses, a plain white t-shirt, and jeans while playing a sunburst Gibson Les Paul electric guitar. Warm, golden sunlight illuminates the scene from the left, with stage lights glowing in the background.

A close-up shot of a female singer performing into a microphone. She has long black hair, wears reflective aviator sunglasses, green nail polish, and a black sequined top with bright green fringe. A guitarist is softly blurred in the background.

A wide shot of a four-piece indie rock band performing live on an outdoor stage at dusk. A banner above reads "Concerts at the Commons." The stage is illuminated with vibrant purple and blue lights, and a large crowd of people is seated in lawn chairs in the foreground watching the show.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 25

Spent some time yesterday capturing the U.S.'s fastest bike racers as they competed in the Easton Criterium. The men's and women's pro fields were stacked with national and Olympic champions.

A black and white photo of bike racers crouched over the handlebars. The camera focuses in on the lead rider who is wearing wrap around sunglasses and a white skin suit jersey. Behind him just out of focus is another racer.

A black and white photo of the three professional women bike racers celebrating on a finish line podium. The first place winner is in the foreground opening a spraying bottle of champagne. She is flanked by the second and third place finishers who are smiling.

A black and white photograph of a professional bike racer hunched over his bars at the start line. His arms are crossed and you can see his team name L39ION (Legion) on his helmet and biceps.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 19

I had a curious visitor while I was writing on the back patio this morning.

A young deer with new, small, fuzzy antlers stands between two trees looking at the camera.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 17

Vitamin Sea. Dolphinately a great day for the Jersey Shore. (Sea what I did there?)

A color photograph of an ocean beach. Bare crossed legs are in the foreground sand. A blue and yellow beach umbrella sticks up from the sand where the land and sea intersect. There are white wispy clouds in the blue sky.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 17

Dinner in the streets tonight. #doylestown

A colorful photo of a crowd in a small town street. They are eating dinner at outdoor tables. There are green trees lining the left of the street and a building with white columns on the right. The sky is blue.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 16

Had the opportunity to see the new Delaware Reflecting River on my bike ride this afternoon.

A bright blue river — like a tacky reflecting pool blue instead of an actual natural river — with trees flanking each river bank in Spring-like green as Mother Nature intended. The cloudless, midday sky is also a natural blue, not the gaudy, cheap blue of a Washington, DC renovation by someone lacking taste, decorum, decency, or an ounce of respect for tradition, much less democracy or other humans.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 13

Do not miss the chance to learn from @jerdog.dev.

A black and white photo of Sam Kinison and Rodney Dangerfield from the movie "Back to School." Text is overlaid: "He really seems to care. about what? I have no idea."

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 13

Spent some time at a local working farm and rescue sanctuary helping to feed baby goats (as they nibbled every shoelace and shirttail), pigs, sheep, and a months-old cow. This is Einstein. He is as sweet as he is cute.

A cute lamb with white wool and dirty brown legs stands alone in a small farmyard. The lamb is looking directly into the camera and appears to have a smile.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 10

Caught a decent sunset last night on the way home from dinner. #buckscounty

Photo of a field at sunset. The sky goes from blue to yellow. There is a fence in the foreground.

An otherworldly photo of a tree in a low fog enshrouded field just after sunset. The sun is red orange just below the horizon.

A low fog drifts above a green field at sunset. The sky transitions from dark blue to orange.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· May 4

Tell me you at least gave it the old Independence Day try.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Apr 28

Edgar Allan Toe

A black and white photo of a foot. The toes have an image of Edgar Allen Poe on them. The foot casts a shadow of a raven.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Apr 19

Weather dropped a bit, putting me in a bit of a Bolognese mood. #SundayDinner

A photo of a pot on a stovetop filled with a red and orange bolognese pasta sauce.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Apr 19

Because sometimes your college pledge brother (who has 11 albums under his belt) plays a gig near you. Tonight was a good night. Celebrate the good times. And support the fucking arts.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Apr 14

Morning: Coffee, a cacophony of chirping birds, and a cautiously approaching squirrel.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Apr 12

Me: Yay! I won a trophy on Strava. Also Me: Uncalled for, Strava.

A screenshot that says: You’re the local legend on Chubby Chunky sprint.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Mar 28

Images from today’s No Kings Day Rally in Doylestown, Pa. I’ve covered nearly every rally and protest in this bellwether political county seat. The turnout for this rally was magnitudes larger than any of the previous ones. Easily in the thousands. #NoKings

A wide shot of a large, diverse group of protesters gathered on a clear day. An American flag is held high in the center. The flag is upside down, signaling distress. The crowd displays numerous handmade signs with slogans such as "No Kings Since 1776," "The Power of the People is Stronger than the People in Power," and "We Didn't Vote for Kings & Oligarchs." Many participants are dressed in winter coats and hats.

A group of protesters stands on a sidewalk holding various political signs. In the foreground, a large cardboard sign features a modified version of "America the Beautiful" that critiques Donald Trump, topped with the phrase "No Kings + Dons." Other visible signs include messages like "Equal Rights are Human Rights," "No War," and "No Kings, No ICE, No Liars, No Lunatics."

A woman in a teal puffer jacket smiles while holding a creative protest sign decorated with colorful 3D balls that reads, "Free balls for members of Congress who lost theirs." To her left, another protester holds a sign featuring an outline of the Statue of Liberty with the text "No ICE, No War, No Kings." The scene is outdoors on a sunny day with other protesters and a bare tree in the background.

A silver Hyundai SUV drives past a crowd of protesters lined up along a city street with brick buildings. A hand reaches out of the car's sunroof holding a small black sign that reads "Fuck Trump" in bold white and red letters. In the background, protesters hold a variety of signs, including one with an illustration of a jellyfish and others referencing the Constitution.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Mar 26

First visit to Amsterdam and it didn’t disappoint. Fantastic city and people. Great to connect with old friends…and new ones. Thank you, #kubecon.

Black and white photo from behind a seated crowd during a keynote talk. A lighted stage is in the background. The ceiling has cross-cross beams.

A color photograph of Amsterdam at night. The foreground is warm light and the sky is a top to bottom smooth blend from blue to purple. There’s a castle-like building on horizon left and a street lit by street Lam’s running diagonally from lower left to the center of the frame.

A snapshot of a wine menu. A sticker is placed over one of the sold out wines. It reads: 404 Item Not Found.

A color photo of an Amsterdam canal running in between two rows of city houses. It is in the red light district. The sun is setting in the frame’s center. Tall trees line the canal. People are walking along it. The sun is reflected in the canal water. Fascism is bad.

TheSpinMD@mikemaney· Mar 26

Thank you @cra.dev and @monkchips.com.