Lisa Berton

Caption Contest Winner

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Two weeks ago I posted a photo caption contest. Today, I am happy to announce the winner is Sarah H. for her caption, “Here, Eric, honey. Your cowlick is acting up again.” Sarah has won an assortment of my photography note cards and postcards. Sarah, send your mailing address to me at lisaberton followed by … Continue reading "Caption Contest Winner"
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Scary Sights at Disney Parks

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Disneyland, The Happiest Place on Earth and Walt Disney World, The Most Magical Place on Earth are both fantastical dreams come to life. Through the imagination and hard work of Walt and Roy Disney, legions of Imagineers, construction workers, designers, architects, plumbers, electricians, Cast Members, and countless others, we are able skip our way into … Continue reading "Scary Sights at Disney Parks"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Haunted Mansion

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Do you like ghost stories? Well then, come closer and listen as I make up a spooky story about Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion. Back in the 1960’s, many years before my parents met, Walt Disney began building the Haunted Mansion in Anaheim, CA. As construction began on the house, strange noises could be heard in the … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Haunted Mansion"
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Trick-or-Treating at Fort Wilderness

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As soon as I started editing my photo, a certain song began playing in my head. I’ll spare you this time by just saying it is from the Villains’ Dance Mix and Mingle. Halloween at Walt Disney World is wicked fun between the special holiday park and resort treatments and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Guests … Continue reading "Trick-or-Treating at Fort Wilderness"
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View from a Monorail

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Riding around on the monorail just for the sake of doing so is a nice way to relax and see things from a different perspective. It’s even better when you can find yourself a window seat without standing passengers in your compartment. There are 3 routes to enjoy. For those rushing back to their vehicles … Continue reading "View from a Monorail"
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Caption Contest – The Little Mermaid

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You’ve seen the movie. You’ve seen the live show. Now see what you can come up with for a funny caption. I’ll pick a winner to receive a special prize. This contest is open to all ages in all countries. Send in your caption by October 31, 2012 by properly filling out the Comment section … Continue reading "Caption Contest – The Little Mermaid"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Festival of the Lion King

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Elephant, warthog, giraffe, and lion impersonators gather and sit on football stadium-like seating inside a theater. Center stage fills with acrobatic monkeys, soaring birds, stilt walkers, Timon, and a “family” of talented singers. This is, Festival of the Lion King. Located in the Camp Minnie-Mickey portion of Disney’s Animal Kingdom park, the spectacular show for … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Festival of the Lion King"
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Crown and Crest – United Kingdom Epcot

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It’s a jolly holiday shopping in the UK. Inside Siamese twins shoppe, Crown and Crest, you will find merchandise relaying to soccer, pubs, and the Beatles. You can also find your Family Crest of Arms and purchase it. This crest is affixed to a wall over the door leading to the next store. Hey, I … Continue reading "Crown and Crest – United Kingdom Epcot"
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Newbie and the Geek Take Walt Disney World: Reservations

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Before I jump into what’s new, those of you just joining us can catch up here. Newbie and the Geek Take Walt Disney World During one of our earlier phone calls, Yoli mentioned using a travel agency to book her flights to and from Orlando. As if! Please, I knew that would never happen because … Continue reading "Newbie and the Geek Take Walt Disney World: Reservations"
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Making Lens Flare Work for You

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Tell me something, have you ever had sun streaks in your pictures? Did the person or thing you aimed at turn out dark? There’s a way to successfully incorporate lens flare and keep your subject recognizable. No, I’m not talking about digital enhancements. I’m referring to manual exposure and good, solid photography skills. You’ll need … Continue reading "Making Lens Flare Work for You"
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