The HOV Lane Blog

Shamrock, Texas. Victor Hartgraves works in his shop. A few years ago, Victor bought several dozen bikes in order to save them from the inevitability of obsolescence. Today, he sells them to help people save gas.
It was a pleasure visiting with Victor and sharing in his stories of valor from the Korean [...]

Elk City, Oklahoma. The American Bison was nearing extinction at open of the 20th century. This brute was a welcome site. Way to go, Comeback Kid!!

Wikipedia offers an interesting background on the bison’s comeback:
The famous herd of James “Scotty” Philip in South Dakota was one of the earliest reintroductions of bison to [...]

Rural, Texas. The question is often asked, “You road trip a lot. Where is it that you stay?” Well, the travel is on a photographer’s budget and there are a lot of days on the road.
My true home away from home is the Element. It is my tent, home, office and [...]

Madill, Oklahoma.  It is amazing to see how Oklahoma is blanketed in publicly-displayed horse statues.  Each time you drive up to another statue on a sign or in a front yard, it’s a horse - of course.

Driving up to another yard statue, a playful donkey provided a change-of-pace.

Expecting another horse, it was a big surprise.  [...]

As a photographer, a broad range of subjects often catches my eye. However, there is one aspect of American culture that has captivated & inspired me - the roadside church sign.
Over seven years ago, I set out on an artistic mission to celebrate America’s church signs as an art form. In my humble opinion, no [...]

Hey, Gang. What?  No new HOV posts in almost 2 weeks?!!
Yeah, it is unusual.  I’ve been preoccupied bringing up a site dedicated to the “signs” project work.  It should be complete later today.  I can’t wait!  Can then get back to rolling & posting in the HOV Lane.
Thanks to all those who sent messages of [...]

Madill, Oklahoma.  This photograph has been brought to you in glorious wreck-nicolor…

Wellington, Texas. Wellington’s High School boosts a unique mascot - the Skyrocket. This great sign is on the main road through town.

Thanks to all the “Fighting Skyrockets” who honked at me during the shoot.

Rolling through rural Texas.  Thank you for riding with me in the HOV!

Shamrock, Texas.  What in the world is this thing?  It does overshadow the house and fills the yard.  Any thoughts?