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Hello, my name is Dr. James DeVellis. I used to teach law in New York.  Now that I am officially retired, I get to travel across the U.S. and pursue my love for photography.  I’ve always thought about getting into photography, but I haven’t had enough time to pursue it while I was working. Taking pictures of nature helps me relax and escape once in a while the hassles of city living.  In this blog, you’ll get to know the adventurous side of Dr. James DeVellis. 

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