Who knew road construction could be exciting?    This is Part 4 of a multi-part series I hope you enjoy and maybe it will inspire you to look at the world around you with a new perspective.  If you missed Part 1 click here.  For Part 2 click here.  Part 3 click here.

First a note of thanks to the following individuals who had a hand in making this series possible:

1.  Tore Bellis:  My photography buddy on this expedition – he also drove and made sure I didn’t stray or trespass…
2.  Sam Solomon:  My friend who encouraged me to document the history of the LBJ Freeway.
3.  Fernando De Los Santos:  My friend who also encouraged me to document the history of LBJ Freeway.  He also suggested a photography buddy would be a good idea for safety.  Plus he’s given me great website links and books to learn more about photography – and I’m excited to report the material is sinking in!

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We continued our trek southbound on 35E (Interstate 35) near Walnut Hill, Manana Drive and Loop 12.

Northbound 35E.

Southbound 35E.

Construction debris.

I enjoy taking photos of debris.  Someone has to. 😉

Trash.

Still more construction debris.

Southbound toward Loop 12.

The sun was setting—it created a nice effect on even the most mundane of items—like a sign.

We were lucky we were at this spot when the sun was setting.  I really like the colors.

One of my last shots for the day of construction materials.

I’m usually driving by myself – this was a rare occasion I could take photos as a passenger.  This is turning from 35E onto 635 West.

The sunset marked the end of a great photo shoot expedition.

Here’s a somewhat a failed shot or perhaps it’s ‘artistic.’  It’s a shot of the driver’s side rear view mirror using my telephoto lens on the Canon Mark II.

Here’s a similar shot with a bit more focus.

Hope you enjoyed the series.  I might add more photos as road construction progresses.

Tips:  Instead of complaining about something you cannot control (like a daily commute through road construction), find a creative way to use it to your advantage.

Camera used: Big Bertha (Canon EOS 5D Mark II)
Date:  Octobeer 2013