Lisa Berton

Camera Scene Modes – Fish-eye Effect

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Explorers, we’re heading into new territory today so find a buddy and follow along. My new Canon PowerShot SX30 IS has all sorts of neat-o functions for getting creative. I played with one such feature while taking aim at Epcot’s Spaceship Earth and the fountain at Innoventions Plaza. Step 1. Turn the dial to SCN … Continue reading "Camera Scene Modes – Fish-eye Effect"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Cast Members

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Cast Member, Cast Member, I want your job. Map me a map. Sketch me a sketch. Yes, we’re illuminating those ever-so-helpful folks who sit and/or stand all day long in the heat or air conditioning. Whether you’re on the hunt to trade pins or the nearest water closet (them there’s fancy words for bathroom), Cast … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Cast Members"
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What’s in Your Stroller?

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Generally speaking, there’s a (partially false) sense of security when we escape our daily routines for spinning in tea cups and run far away from stress and into the open arms of a larger-than-life mouse. Our shields come down and skipping becomes a formal mode of transportation. How wonderful it is, all of it. We … Continue reading "What’s in Your Stroller?"
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Goodnight Germany Pavilion

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It was a dark and peaceful night. Humidity was enemy number one. People were just the way I like them, scarce. A voice bellowed in my head. It was Barrie Brewer’s* and she was telling me, “Take some photos, you big dork!” I reached into my camera bag and retrieved my brand new shiny blue … Continue reading "Goodnight Germany Pavilion"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Mountains

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Everyone has a favorite mountain at a Disney park even if it’s just to admire it from a distance. My personal selection is the one with the little yodeler outfitted in mountain climber attire. You know the one. If he goes over the edge, the game ends. Anyway, Disney’s mountains refers to: Splash Mountain, Big … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Mountains"
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Give Thanks for Bananas

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I would like to wish my fellow Americans a Happy Thanksgiving. I would like to wish those of you across the pond and other bodies of water a Happy Thursday. I’m up to my chin in cleaning supplies trying to get this place in order and unfortunately didn’t have time to write my weekly blog. … Continue reading "Give Thanks for Bananas"
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Prince Ali

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There’s not much to say about this week’s theme other than I love and adore Aladdin. Thanks for selecting it, Barrie. Without any further Abu, here’s my entry for our Disney Pic of the Week – Aladdin. Keep up with my freelance writing and photography via my Facebook page.
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Munchkin Cam

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Raise your hand if you’ve experienced The Great Movie Ride and found your entourage stuck behind another group in The Wizard of Oz room. Yeah, that’s not supposed to happen but it did and I took full advantage of it. Seated on the far right hand side of the bench, I had the perfect opportunity … Continue reading "Munchkin Cam"
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Create Abstract Photos Thru Glass

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Bored with taking the same old photos on every vacation? Change your viewpoint and try something new. Put your creativity to work. As I was standing by the entrance/exit to the restrooms behind The American Idol Experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a thought came to mind. What sort of effect would I get if I … Continue reading "Create Abstract Photos Thru Glass"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Liberty Square

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“Give me liberty or give me a bran muffin.” Those are the wise words of famed Scottish-born Candian comic, Colin Mochrie. While the odds of finding a bran muffin in Liberty Square are slim to none, you will find oodles of historic influence and patriotism. Good times abound at the Haunted Mansion, adventure awaits onboard … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Liberty Square"
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