Tag Archives: smile

A leap of joy

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Oleg Volk
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My barber Jerry

Posted on May 2, 2024 by Oleg Volk

In his sixty years, Jerry has never been a fan of his portraits. The first picture I took of him illustrated his attitude towards the process quite clearly. A few minutes later, he was in a better mood for pictures. … Continue reading →

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Good smiles

Posted on December 27, 2021 by Oleg Volk
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California girl in America

Posted on March 2, 2017 by Oleg Volk

In the finest tradition of Japanese anime, running a belt through the M60 gets a big smile from a 14 year old girl. She showed good competency and safety habits…especially considering that was her first time ever on a range!

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Exciting!

Posted on July 28, 2016 by Oleg Volk

Recent edit of an older portrait.

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Here comes trouble

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Oleg Volk

I wonder where Hobbes is…

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Thanks, Will!

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Oleg Volk

While still sorting the many good photos that came out of the photo shoot at Will M-Four studio, I’d like to post a shout-out for Will and his site. Will’s kind invitation provided me with highly productive work day, new … Continue reading →

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Cold weather in Tennessee

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Today’s high was only 5*C (41*F) – the day was cold, dreary and wet. I must not have moved far enough South for a sufficiently warm winter. At least we had warm clothes available.

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The Great Leap

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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A new friend.

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Photo by JP of Just People blog.

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Smiling wide.

Posted on October 14, 2012 by Oleg Volk

With Chris Cheng’s custom Volquartsen 10-22. (Photo by David Dyer-Bennet, edited by me.)

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Peace, love and tight groups.

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Saw Gibbs 1903-A4 sniper repro at the NRA show, watched the informative video review and decided I wanted to play with it. The rifle that showed up looks great, has very nice wood and comes with a really neat scope. … Continue reading →

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Anti-gun ranges aren’t much fun.

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Tamara and Sayuncle has long noted that being a gunnie is much more fun than being an anti-gunnie. JRC 9mm can be configured for left-hand ejection but that requires partial disassembly and we didn’t have the time. Next range trip … Continue reading →

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Celebrities among us

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Kacie B. From ABC’s “The Bachelor” seen at last year’s Lucky Gunner shoot.

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A very smart four year old

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Oleg Volk

This kid has serious social engineering skills.

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Annie?

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Couldn’t be, Annie Oakley used a Winchester. This one is a Henry.

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Posted on June 21, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Ally at Cafe Bosna with friends. That restaurant has become my favorite place — it’s run by good people who craft superb food. Call ahead if you want apple strudel, they only make it every so often.

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Dallas

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Smiling soldier

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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David

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Finally got to meet the famous photographer David Simerly. I look forward to learning what I can during my stay here in West Virginia.

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