Archive - Peet Hook Journal

The Light Is Changing

Nagori oshii, and not being ready yet

Aug 26 • Bob Simmons

A few hours, two miles, and more antiques than anyone could actually see.

Aug 12 • Bob Simmons

What makes a photograph worth taking?

Catching Moments That Won't Come Back

Aug 5 • Bob Simmons

July 2026

A Century of Splendor and Neglect

Bringing Boldt Castle back to life

Jul 29 • Bob Simmons

Utica station, a CSX freight, and the last frame on the roll.

Jul 22 • Bob Simmons

Attention to decay

Jul 15 • Bob Simmons

Life is Short, Take The Shot

You may not get a third chance

Jul 11 • Bob Simmons

Who Are Your Photos For?

And where do they get their meaning?

Jul 8 • Bob Simmons

Passing Through

Moments on the Erie Canal

Jul 3 • Bob Simmons

June 2026

You Never Quite Know

Is it worth going out for an overcast sunrise?

Jun 26 • Bob Simmons

I Went to Chase a Train

On the Union Pacific Big Boy's tour through upstate New York.

Jun 17 • Bob Simmons

One of New York State's Most Beautiful Parks

Camping, family, and a little photography

Jun 11 • Bob Simmons

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