David McCarter
@davidmccarter.bsky.social
Engineer, Geek, Musician, Photographer, Writer, Californian (now in Texas) – This is my soapbox, so follow at your own risk! 🚀🛠🎶📸
From Daydreams to Digital Worlds 🤘 Sci-Fi & Fantasy art inspired by the worlds I escape to—and the ones I build. Enter the universe👉 #DigitalArt #SciFiArt #FantasyArt davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2026/02/04/f...
From Daydreams to Digital Worlds: Sci-Fi & Fantasy Art
Since childhood, I’ve been captivated by sci-fi and fantasy, which inspire my creativity in art, photography, and graphic design. My works manifest bold, imaginative visuals that allow audien…
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Enhance your presentations and videos with my custom backgrounds! Featuring a wide range of subjects, perfect for adding text or as stunning backdrops. Make your projects unique! #CustomBackgrounds #UniqueDesigns #ComputerGraphics mccarterphotography.smugmug.com/Graphic-Arts...
Backgrounds & Textures – Fine Art Graphic Prints
Fine art backgrounds and texture prints — expressive graphic imagery perfect as decorative wall art, creative design elements, and modern interiors accents.
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Visited the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center! 🌸 Captured stunning wildflower shots and met the resident owl! 🦉 Check out my favorite photos. 📸 #Austin #Wildflowers #NaturePhotography #LadyBirdJohnson #Photography davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2025/04/25/p...
Photography: Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
After settling in Austin, Texas, I visited the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, where I experienced beautiful blooms, albeit fewer than expected. A memorable moment was meeting a staff member a…
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I had the privilege of photographing the 2026 Austin Blues Festival—what an experience. 🎸 I saw one of my favorite guitarists, Eric Johnson, and discovered D.K. Harrell, one of the most joyful blues artists I’ve seen. Photos: mccarterphotography.smugmug.com/Concerts/Aus...
Austin Blues Festival 2026 – Live Concert Photography at Moody Amphitheater, Austin TX - McCarter Photography
Experience the energy, soul, and rhythm of the Austin Blues Festival through this exclusive live concert photography gallery captured at the Moody Amphitheater in Austin, Texas.
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In my lifetime, the Doomsday Clock has moved from 7 minutes to 85 seconds. That’s not progress—that’s a full-speed sprint toward oblivion. The world is heading in the wrong direction, and honestly? I hope I’m gone before the lights finally go out. #doomsdayclock
Stars, stripes, and a little AI-powered imagination. 🇺🇸 Explore my collection of American flag artwork—created to celebrate freedom, strength, and the spirit of America: mccarterphotography.smugmug.com/keyword/Amer... #AmericanFlag #PatrioticArt #AIArt #DigitalArt #MadeWithAI #StarsAndStripes
Apparently, Centric Fiber’s idea of “maintenance” is breaking the internet and making customers unplug the router, plug it back in, and finish the job themselves. And that “gigabit” speed? Dial-up in a cowboy hat. 🤠🐌 #CentricFiber #TexasInternet #Buffering
Do you ever wonder what the world will look like long after we’re gone? I do. Some days, I wish I could see it now. This AI-created image is one glimpse into the future I imagine. mccarterphotography.smugmug.com/Graphic-Arts... #AIArt #Future #DigitalArt #SciFi
After We Learned to Stay
Futuristic people and human form art — bold, visionary fine art prints for modern interiors, studios, and home offices that explore identity and tomorrow.
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Yeehaw meets AI 🤠 These cowgirls are serving sunset slay in denim and attitude. Irish curls, Japanese flair, Western grit — and they’re all for sale! Giddy-up before they're gone 👇 #AIArt #AIGraphics #Cowgirl davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2025/07/17/w...
Western Elegance Reimagined: Meet the AI-Generated Cowgirls Turning Heads at Sunset
This collection features AI-generated portraits celebrating the diversity and spirit of modern cowgirls. With stunning realism and cultural authenticity, each image tells a unique story, blending g…
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Writing `HttpClient` code in .NET? Spargine’s `HttpClientExtensions` can simplify GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE, JSON, streams, and AOT-friendly serialization. Read more: dotnettips.com/2026/07/26/b... #dotnet #MVPBuzz #Spargine
Boost Your .NET Projects with Spargine: Faster, Safer HTTP Calls with HttpClientExtensions
HttpClientExtensions in the DotNetTips.Spargine.Extensions namespace streamline common HTTP operations for .NET developers. These extension methods simplify tasks such as sending requests, deserial…
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☀️ Summer vibes meet timeless beauty. I created these stunning AI-generated picnic portraits—diverse, radiant, and full of joy. 🌸 Perfect for art lovers, collectors, or anyone who needs a little sunshine. 🖼️ Available now! #AIArt #Summer #AIGraphics davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2025/07/23/s...
Summer Light & Laughter: A Collection of Picnic Portraits
The content highlights a collection of AI-generated portraits capturing the essence of summer picnics through diverse women in serene outdoor settings. Each image features stunning HDR lighting and…
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I actually like jury duty. It’s part of being an American—and after serving on 6 juries, I figure I’m banking a little karma… just in case I ever end up in front of one myself. Next time, though, I want to be the foreman. 🇺🇸⚖️ #JuryDuty
Robocalls are a pain. So, I wrote a simple, no-nonsense guide to help everyday people fight back, protect their cellphone number, and keep the spam in check. No tech degree required! 🤓 #TechTips #Privacy #CellPhone #SPAM #Robocalls davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2026/04/23/e...
Everyday Tech Survival Guide: How to Stop Robocalls and Protect Your Phone Number
Robocalls and spam texts can be frustrating, particularly for seniors. Google Voice offers a solution by providing a free second phone number, which enhances privacy and helps reduce unwanted commu…
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Attention, non-software engineers: Anything you send from a computer or device—online or to the cloud—could potentially be accessed by developers (like me), administrators, or attackers. Think before you share. Protect your personal data. #ProtectYourData
Living near San Diego's stunning beaches has gifted me with incredible moments captured on camera! Check out these breathtaking photos from California, Mauritius, Mexico, and more. #BeachLife #Photography #TravelAdventures #SanDiego #Ocean #beaches davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2023/07/19/p...
Photography: Ocean And Beaches
I have spent the majority of my life residing near the exquisite beaches of San Diego, California. These coastal gems serve as a prominent allure for tourists. While the majority of my photographs …
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I resubscribed to HBO Max—and apparently, I paid to watch a former streaming giant race Netflix to the bottom while Amazon Prime cheers from the basement. Once essential. Now just another subscription begging to be canceled.😣 @hbomax.bsky.social
Capture the timeless beauty of the Old Point Loma Lighthouse at Cabrillo National Monument in San Diego 📸 Reminisce on cherished memories and explore more snapshots here: davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2024/04/14/p... #NatlParkService #CabrilloMonument #photography #SanDiego #PointLoma
Photography: Old Point Loma Lighthouse
Visiting Cabrillo National Monument, I always photograph the historic Old Point Loma Lighthouse, holding sentimental value since my mother’s passing. This photo, along with others, captures t…
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Ever wonder why “.NET Host” shows up in Task Manager—or why BenchmarkDotNet sometimes appears to hang? @davidmccarter.bsky.social breaks it down what happens before Main() runs: dotnet, apphost, hostfxr, hostpolicy, CoreCLR, and how to diagnose stuck host processes.
The .NET Host Process: What Runs Before Main() and Why It Sometimes Hangs
This guide explores the essential role of the .NET host process, which initializes the runtime, resolves dependencies, and launches applications. It highlights common issues with lingering host pro…
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Step into tomorrow—where humanity, technology, and imagination become one. Explore this futuristic portrait from my gallery: mccarterphotography.smugmug.com/Graphic-Arts... #DigitalArt #FuturisticArt #PortraitArt
Velocity in Neon
Futuristic people and human form art — bold, visionary fine art prints for modern interiors, studios, and home offices that explore identity and tomorrow.
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🌿 Beautiful Nature: A Lifelong Love Brought to Life with AI Where childhood wonder meets AI art. View the images & article: davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2026/01/21/b... #AIArt #NatureArt #Nature #GraphicArt
Beautiful Nature: A Lifelong Love Brought to Life with AI
Growing up in nature greatly influenced my worldview. My childhood in Flagstaff, Arizona, involved exploring the outdoors, which inspired my current work with AI. I blend childhood memories and tec…
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Fresh air, bold personalities, and a whole lot of attitude. I just completed a major update to my Outdoor People gallery—check out the new and refreshed images! [https://mccarterphotography.smugmug.com/Graphic-Arts/People/Outdoor](mccarterphotography.smugmug.com/Graphic-Arts...) #DigitalArt
Outdoor People – Human Portraits in Natural & Urban Landscapes - McCarter Photography
Outdoor portraits and people-centric fine art prints set in natural and urban landscapes — expressive wall art for contemporary homes, studios, and creative spaces.
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KLBJ’s playlist is so fossilized, carbon dating gave up. Same 3 songs, same 10 artists, same “classic rock” coma. They wouldn’t know variety if a Texas steer kicked them in the face with it. 🤘🐂 #Austin #KLBJ #ClassicRock
I recently updated my People Art collection with new graphic-art images—bold portraits, creative edits, and visual experiments from McCarter Photography. Take a look and let me know which ones stand out! mccarterphotography.smugmug.com/Graphic-Arts... #GraphicArts
Figurative People Art – Human Portrait & Expression Prints - McCarter Photography
Figurative and human-focused fine art prints — expressive wall art for homes, studios, and contemporary spaces that celebrates people and emotion.
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Want to make your slides and creative projects stand out? I’ve put together a collection of mixed backgrounds & graphic textures that are ready to add style and energy to your next design. davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2026/04/08/m... #PowerPoint #PresentationDesign #Backgrounds
Mixed Backgrounds & Graphic Textures for Presentations and Creative Projects
This curated collection offers mixed backgrounds and graphic textures ideal for enhancing presentations. Designed specifically for use in software like Microsoft PowerPoint, these visuals provide a…
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🎨 Beyond photography, I’ve been crafting graphic art for decades — thousands of pieces filled with color, story, and heart. Browse the gallery, discover a favorite, and help support independent art: bit.ly/DMGraphicArts
Graphic Arts
Curated fine art and graphic imagery spanning motion, vehicles, aviation, maritime, and futuristic design — prints for home offices, studios, and modern spaces.
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🍛 Indulge in the flavors of authentic Indian cuisine with Dave's Killer Slow-Cooker Chicken Curry recipe! Tender chicken, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk make this dish a must-try. Check out the recipe here: davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2019/08/26/d... #SlowCooker #ChickenCurry #IndianFood
Dave’s Killer Slow-Cooker Chicken Curry (Gluten, Dairy & Nightshade Free)
This article presents Dave’s meticulously crafted slow-cooker chicken curry recipe, inspired by his visits to India and his love for authentic cuisine. After years of experimentation, Dave pe…
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Still creating and disposing HttpClient on every request? That “clean” code can quietly destroy performance. Benchmarks reveal that reusing a shared HttpClient is 12,109× faster and reduces allocations by 10×. hubs.li/Q04m_HwZ0 via @davidmccarter.bsky.social
IO Performance: Reuse HttpClient to Avoid Connection Overhead
When populating collections in .NET, choosing the right bulk operation improves both clarity and efficiency. Methods like AddRange() and InsertRange() allow multiple items to be added in a single c…
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Captured in 2009 at Balboa Park’s Botanical Building, "Dancing Petals" showcases the elegance of Cymbidium orchids in full bloom. One of my favorite places where flowers thrive year-round! 🌸📷 davidmccarter.wordpress.com/2025/03/04/p... #Photography #BalboaPark #SanDiego #Flowers
Photography: Dancing Petals
In 2009, I photographed Cymbidium orchids at Balboa Park, calling it Dancing Petals. The elegant blooms featured white and pink petals with red and yellow speckling. Balboa Park offers year-round b…
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