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There is only one paved road into Burke's Garden, an isolated community of nearly 300 residents. Surrounded by Virginia's Garden Mountain, it appears... more
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There is only one paved road into Burke's Garden, an isolated community of nearly 300 residents. Surrounded by Virginia's Garden Mountain, it appears from the mountaintop that a giant pressed his thumb into the landscape and created this high, hidden farming community.
Miles from another town in Tazwell County, local residents depended on the Burke's Garden general store and post office. Unable to stay afloat, the store has closed, and gas pumps still record a time when gasoline was 75 cents a gallon. There is still no newspaper delivery in the town today, no cable television or cell service, no traffic lights and no post office. Life is very peaceful in Burke's Garden.
Born in western Pennsylvania, Ben quickly discovered that his parents were passionate about travel, photography, oil painting and wildlife. Being the youngest member of his family, he grew up exploring much of the eastern half of the United States at an early age with his older brothers. Ben's photography is about that part of his youth, echoing that same passion that his parents had of the Great Outdoors. Visit
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Marcia Colelli 9 Days Ago
Great find with nice colors and details. L/F
Angela Davies 20 Days Ago
Great colors, scene, nostalgia LF
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Angela!
Rick Davis
Stopping By Again...I'm a big fan Ben of your Excellent General Store Photographs! Fav
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Rick!
Steve Gass
Great find Ben, interesting back story!
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Steve!
Ann Skelton
Awesome Ben! l/f
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Ann!
Kay Brewer
You do find the old southern stores and places, Ben! l/f
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Kay!
Roberta Byram
Great capture and image!!!!!
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Roberta!
Holly April Harris
A wonderful image! Congratulations! I am very pleased to feature your image in the Appalachia America group. It is a fantastic addition to the group! Please add it to the “2022 Third Quarter Featured Images Collection” thread in the discussions area for a permanent record of your feature. Thank you! 9/29/22
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Holly!
Geraldine Scull
Very cool image with wonderful creative treatment ! L/T
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Geraldine!
Dr Debra Stewart's Gallery
Wow! I love the nostalgic image!!! Perfect presentation of time with a connection to the present!!!
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Debra!
Mary The Barber
This is so awesome Ben!
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Mary!
Rachel Morrison
I love all the colors! On point!
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Rachel!
Holly April Harris
Beautiful image of a wonderful piece of Americana! Congratulations! I’m am very pleased to feature your beautiful image in the group Covered Bridges and Historical Buildings. It’s a wonderful addition to the group! Please add it to the “2022 Second Quarter Featured Images Collection” thread in the discussions area for a permanent record of the feature. Thank you! 5/7/22
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Holly!
Michael Mazaika
Yet at one time the center of the community and it's goings on. Well captured, Ben. - Mike (V)
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thank you Michael !!
Charlotte Gray
Awesome find! l/f
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Charlotte !!
Rick Davis
Love old country stores like this! Beautifully Photographed!
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thank you Rick !!
Virginia Artho
Love these motifs of simpler and more connected times, Ben! L/F
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Virginia !!
Marcia Colelli
Excellent find with wonderful details and nice perspective. L
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thank you Marcia !!
Steve Gass
Cool image and story Ben, a place that time forgot!
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Steve !!
Ann Skelton
Fantastic Ben! l/f
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Ann !!
David Neace
Congratulations, your work is featured on the homepage of "Created by Southern Artists"
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thank you David !!
Carl Purcell
Nice touch of Americana.
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Carl !!
HH Photography of Florida
Nice find and an interesting description, Ben. Congratulations for your Feature in the group, Showcasing The South. As a permanent record, you’re invited to post your image in the Featured Image Archive thread in the group discussions. L
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Helen !!
Richard Rosenshein
Very cool capture Ben! P/F/F/L
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Richard !!
Henk Meijer Photography
A real classic! L/F
Ben Prepelka replied:
Thanks Henk!!