It all started with an email exchange with photographer Evan Schiller. I asked him for photos for my U.S. Open Venues Bucket List post, and he generously sent them to me. I then asked him a question about photography. He patiently answered. I then asked him another question, and he politely suggested that I compileContinue reading “THE ACCIDENTAL INTERVIEWER”
Monthly Archives: December 2017
NOW & THEN – GREAT HOLES THROUGH THE YEARS
To paraphrase something I heard Jim Urbina say, a golf course is a living thing, and will therefore evolve. I find the evolution fascinating, particularly when illustrated in pictures. Every geek loves Jon Cavalier’s photos (@linksgems), and recently, Simon Haines (@hainsey76) has been adding a twist by piggybacking historical photos of some of the holes,Continue reading “NOW & THEN – GREAT HOLES THROUGH THE YEARS”
EMBARRASSMENT OF RICHES
Following is an index of posts which chronicle my geeky study of golf courses and attendant adventures. I am no journalist, but I do my best to share the experience of spending time at these special places, as well as give insights into their history and design. Part expression of gratitude for the generosity of myContinue reading “EMBARRASSMENT OF RICHES”
The Sandbox – Closing Day at Sand Valley
My competitive playing career was not one of any real distinction. My career as a geeky golf adventurer, however, now includes a distinction to which only one other man (my buddy Peter Korbakes) can lay claim. We were at Sand Valley on Opening Day, and we were the only guests to also be there onContinue reading “The Sandbox – Closing Day at Sand Valley”