Tag: framing

Eliminating Distracting Backgrounds at Walt Disney World

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Here are a few ideas on how to separate your subject from its background which are often busy at Walt Disney World. I have previously gone into detail on how to use Aperture mode on a dSLR camera to blur out the background while keeping the subject sharp and clear. For compact cameras and on … Continue reading "Eliminating Distracting Backgrounds at Walt Disney World"
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Framing the Gates of Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Unlike framing a picture to hang on a wall, using a “frame” in your photographs is very different. By doing so you give the image added depth, leads the viewer to the main subject and gives the photo context and sense of place. This is especially true with architectural subjects like arches or gates. Epcot’s … Continue reading "Framing the Gates of Epcot"
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2011 Test Track Highlights

Posted on by Lisa Berton
As another year comes to a close, I suggested to my fellow Picture This! bloggers that we each select a favorite photo and memory from 2011 to share with you. I visited Walt Disney World in September with my friend Terri. We’re all for getting onto rides quickly so we opted to go single rider … Continue reading "2011 Test Track Highlights"
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Framing Spaceship Earth in Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Last fall I spent a few hours with Disney photographer extraordinaire Bob Desmond at Epcot. Bob has been photographing for Disney for over 20 years. After meeting with Bob near Japan in World Showcase, I asked him what he found to photograph after so many years. He gave me a couple of things right off … Continue reading "Framing Spaceship Earth in Epcot"
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I See You!

Posted on by Lisa Berton
While seated upstairs at Yak & Yeti in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, I immediately noticed how my view of the area beyond the wall beside me was framed by a window. My Photography To Do List was with me and sure enough, what I saw fit one of our Disney Pic of the Week themes. With … Continue reading "I See You!"
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Fez House Framed

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Entrance to the Fez House in the Morocco pavilion.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/15s, f/3.5, ISO 900, EV +1.0, 18mm Focal Length In Morocco’s pavilion is the Fez House, which represents a typical Moroccan home. There are beautiful mosaic tiles, carvings, and artifacts from daily life. If you are quiet when you approach the fountain, you just might … Continue reading "Fez House Framed"
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Pic of the Week – Framing

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Using objects in the foreground of your shot to frame your subject is a good way to focus attention where you want it and add depth to your photo. This week we’ll show you some examples of framing in our Pics of the Week. For a more in depth look at framing, check out this … Continue reading "Pic of the Week – Framing"
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