Winnie the baby hippo plays with her mother Binti while on exhibit at the Memphis Zoo. Winnie was born in the spring of 2017 and as she has been one of the favorites at the Memphis Zoo. Winnie is growing fast from 70 lbs. to an anticipated 3,000 lbs. Her mother Binti stays close and is very protective of her big baby. The hippopotamus is among the most dangerous animals in the world as it is highly aggressive and unpredictable.
Catalina and Remy, two seal lions at the Memphis Zoo recently gave birth to two California sea lion pups!
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We are so lucky! Meet Robert Moody, the new conductor in town for the Memphis Symphony Orchestra in this months Memphis Magazine! Can't wait to see what Robert Moody does here in Memphis with the Memphis Symphony.
We had great fun on our photo shoot. He comes to Memphis with a lot of experience and inspiration. © Photos by Karen Pulfer Focht
As a photojournalist in Memphis, I have covered Jerry Lee Lewis many times over the years. I moved to Memphis in the late 80's and I have always enjoyed watching Jerry Lee Lewis perform. I consider myself a fan as well.
I was originally introduced to him by my fellow coworker Jim Kingsley, who has since passed away. Jim who was a stereotypical newsman, was also in the inner circle of Elvis Presley. Jerry was married to his sixth wife Kerry Lynn McCarver at the time. I remember Lee (Jerry Lee Lewis lll) as a toddler.
Lewis is passionate about his music and loyal to his fans.
I have photographed him in clubs, festivals, on Donald Trumps yacht and have been lucky enough to visit his ranch many times. I watched him get inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and I watched the IRS remove his piano from his home when he owed back taxes.
Jerry Lee has lived a turbulent life and he has a wild reputation. While I admit he is a bit of a flirt, I can say my personal experience with him has been that he has always been a kind man and a gentleman, each and every time I have interacted with him. It has always been my pleasure to photograph him.
I recently watched him bring in the new year once again at age 82, at his namesake club, Jerry Lee Lewis Cafe and Honky Tonk on Beale Street in Memphis. I realized what an honor it has been to cover him for 30 years. I still get a kick out of watching him and he still gets a kick out of playing for his fans who come from all over the world to see him. You can see in the video that he stills smiles at the end of Great Balls of Fire, his signature song that he must have sung thousands of times since it was a hit in the 50's.
I have decided to share a glimpse of my photo collection in this photo gallery (above) and share a current video in this blog space below.
©Karen Pulfer Focht- Photojournalist
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Santa on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee ornament. Great Christmas Gift for Blues Fan from the Home of the Blues.
Delta Country Church Ornament with Merry Christmas Ya'll.
Memphis Trolley Car Ornament in the South Main neighborhood in Memphis, Tennessee.
An ornament that shows a Memphis landmark, the historic general store A. Schwab on Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee.
Cotton Boll Ornament. Great gift for people who love all things southern.
Graphic Design of Memphis, Tennessee neon.
Memphis historic landmark, The Arcade. This authentic and favorite local eatery is in the South Main district of Memphis and has been featured on movies and many travel guides.
This serene scene of the bleak midwinter, turned into a beautiful ornament.
This iconic image taken by Memphis Photojournalist Karen Pulfer Focht at the Memphis Zoo is now available in an ornament at the Memphis Zoo or it can be ordered directly from www.karenpulferfocht.com with a $75 minimum order. The image was taken at the Memphis Zoo shortly after the birth of a newborn giraffe born on exhibit at the Memphis Zoo.
The Memphis Zoo was blessed with a new baby hippo Winnie. It was an exciting year for the Memphis Zoo. An ornament of baby Winnie can be purchased at the Memphis Zoo or directly at www.karenpulferfocht.com with a minimum $75.00 order.
A winter scene from the beloved Memphis park Shelby Farms is now available in an ornament. Shelby Farms in printed on the back of the ornament.
A winter scene from the beloved Memphis park Shelby Farms is now available in an ornament. Shelby Farms in printed on the back of the ornament.
The world famous Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee. This is where Elvis Presley got his start! Great gift for Elvis fans.
The back of many of the Memphis Ornaments looks like this.
Men's neckties with Memphis Neon and Neon from Beale Street for the men in your life who love all things Memphis.
Men's Southern Neckties show an abstract pattern that is actually windows from a country church in the Mississippi Delta. The other tie pattern is an abstract pattern from an old car for the car lover in your life.
Blank Note Cards with images by Memphis Photojournalist are available in several Memphis locations including at Novel, A. Schwab, The Memphis Zoo, Trolley Stop. Over 70 designs. Catalogue furnished upon request @ www.karenpulferfocht,com
8 x 8 Canvas of scenes from downtown Memphis.
Marble Blues Coaster with authentic scene from Home of the Blues on Beale Street in Memphis Tennessee. Black and White photos perfect gift for any blues fan. Can also be used as tiny art in easel for an end table or bar. Easel not included.
Marble Blues Coaster set with authentic scenes from Home of the Blues on Beale Street in Memphis Tennessee. Black and White photos perfect gift for any blues fan.
