Barrie Brewer

Disney Pics of the Week – Topiary

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Disney artists work in many mediums, not the least of which is shrubbery. Topiary is the art of creating sculptures from living plants such as trees and shrubs. Disney gardeners also create topiary from moss and vines. Topiary dates back to the Roman times where you would have seen stylized hedges and geometrically shaped plants. … Continue reading "Disney Pics of the Week – Topiary"
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Where in the World #84

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This was Challenge #83: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2009 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR, 1/250s shutter, f/.6 Have you ever looked closely at the tops of the ticket booths at Disney’s Animal Kingdom? There are some beautiful carvings just above the gorgeous bougainvillea. Each of the three booths has a different menagerie of … Continue reading "Where in the World #84"
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A Serious Understatement

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Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR lens, 1/250s shutter, f8 On our photowalk in December, several people found the humor in this safety cone floating in Crescent Lake, including Lisa and Scott. However, knowing that humor was the topic for an upcoming Pic of the Week (and being the brat that I am), … Continue reading "A Serious Understatement"
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Where in the World #83

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This was Challenge #82: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR, 1/100s shutter, f/5, ISO 2500 This bulletin board gives you some amusing reading material while waiting in the queue for Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club in the Magic Kingdom. Bonnie Smith was the first to send in the … Continue reading "Where in the World #83"
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Thar She Blows!

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Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR lens, 2.5s shutter, f11 I’m sure most everyone recognizes this boney fellow. Perched high atop the sign for the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in Adventureland, this long-gone swashbuckler keeps an eye out for possible riches to be had. In fact, he has two eyes out!
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June Disney World Calendar

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This month’s calendar is from Canada in Epcot’s World Showcase. I know for some of us, it seems like a long time away before we see blooming roses. Hang in there though – it’s not as far off as you might think. June is only six weeks away! You will need to have Adobe Reader … Continue reading "June Disney World Calendar"
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Where in the World #82

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This was Challenge #81: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2009 Jack Spence, Nikon D80, 1/250s shutter, f/8, ISO 400 Jack was right, this one was hard. Most people, understandably, thought it was taken in front of the Great Movie Ride in Hollywood Studios. This picture actually comes from the Planet Hollywood merchandise shop, outside … Continue reading "Where in the World #82"
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Disney Pics of the Week – Reptiles and Amphibians

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A reptile is a cold-blooded vertebrate (an animal with a backbone) that lays eggs and has scales or plates on its skin. An amphibian is an animal that can live in both air and water. Amphibians can breathe air with their lungs and can absorb oxygen through their skin. It’s been a long time since … Continue reading "Disney Pics of the Week – Reptiles and Amphibians"
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Where in the World #81

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This was Challenge #80: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/800s shutter, f/8 O Canada! Hello to all our Canadian readers! The answer to this week’s challenge is the Canada Pavilion in Epcot. Canada is one of the most beautiful countries in World Showcase. How perfect is the theming … Continue reading "Where in the World #81"
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The Evil Emperor Zurg

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Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 1/60s shutter, 4, ISO 3200 My favorite interactive attraction (our theme for Pic of the Week this week) is Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin in the Magic Kingdom, but not for the reason you might think. For the past couple years, instead of trying for the highest score, … Continue reading "The Evil Emperor Zurg"
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