I've come a long way -

[James Shadle]

This is an image of my first charter boat "The Molly". It was a 16' Bubba with a 15hp motor.
My first client was Nat Geo photographer Tim Laman.

Those who have been aboard the "Hooptie Deux" will probably agree it is a step up from "The Molly".

[Christopher Miller]

Well you had to start somewhere! I'm sure though your current clients appreciate that you've "upgraded!"

[LinzRiverBalmer]

So this is you in the boat??? How did you take your picture??

Okay really I must go to sleep I'm way too slap happy..... However I read the name of your new boat and am on the floor rolling in laughter, you have quite the humor I think Sir.

Come on over, my Father will put you in his "photo" boat, either a wooden canoe in the backwaters of Minnesota, or a Raft down the Taos Box section of the Rio Grande.

[Randy Stout]

James:

Suspect there were some wet rides in that one! It is fun to see how things evolve over time. My boats keep getting smaller and smaller, so I can get into tighter areas. But of course, I shoot on quiet northern lakes, not Tampa Bay! No container ships or cruise liners to rock my boats!

Cheers

Randy

[Marina Scarr]

You were a spring chicken in this picture. What year was it? You may have come a long way, but I have a feeling you had just a much fun on the Molly as you do on the Hooptie.

[Cheryl Arena Molennor]

AC DC on the Molly? Looking like a true pro here James. And Tim Laman? I'da been happy to lug him around on a raft! LOL. Thanks for sharing and looking forward to more happy times on the Hooptie!