Cue the Star Wars soundtrack. While Star Tours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is well-themed and makes me think of Ewoks, I strongly prefer the interior queue at Disneyland. That’s just the way it is and I can’t explain it. Enjoy your trip to Endor. Remember to buckle up, I hear the pilot is a newbie. … Continue reading "Driver’s License and Registration"
Portrait Definitions
Posted onOuch! What happened to your feet? They got lobbed off in that photo. It’s a petty crime that happens without intent all the time, bad composition and/or cropping of people pictures. These are three easy-to-follow guidelines for taking portraits. Never again shall Uncle Fester’s likeness cry out in pain from missing the top half of … Continue reading "Portrait Definitions"
Your Photography Questions Answered
Posted onLast week I invited you all to write Barrie, Scott, and me with your photography questions. We weren’t able to get to everyone but we thank you for reading our blogs and taking the time to write us. Without any further ado, here’s what you asked us. Letters may be edited for content. Renee asks, … Continue reading "Your Photography Questions Answered"
Disney Pic of the Week – Clocks
Posted onI suggest we dedicate our Disney Pic of the Week – Clocks photos to Flava Flav. Good luck wearing this clock, booooyyyyyyy. This clock tower at the Pirates of the Caribbean rises high over Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. When it’s time to change then it’s time to change. Excuse me. … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Clocks"
Train of Fools
Posted onThe Disneyland Railroad has a special caboose, so to speak, that doesn’t run all the time and you have to ask ahead of time if you can ride in the Lilly Belle car. From personal experience it was a matter of dining at Club 33 and having that request put in by the club member. … Continue reading "Train of Fools"
Got Photography Questions?
Posted onGather ’round, kids. My fellow Picture This! bloggers and I are opening up the floor to answer your photography questions. You may direct your question towards Barrie, Scott or myself or no one in particular. Scott shoots with Nikon digital SLRs. He’s into software programs, online photo sharing sites, and reading books on the technical … Continue reading "Got Photography Questions?"
I Walk into a Bar…
Posted on…to take photos for our Disney Pic of the Week – Bars & Lounges. La Cava del Tequila (The Tequila Cave) in Epcot’s Mexico pavillion was empty when I arrived. The CMs tried to show me what they had to offer but I don’t drink so their attempt fell flat. Canon PowerShot SX100 IS, ISO … Continue reading "I Walk into a Bar…"
Memory Card Capacity
Posted onMemory cards and digital cameras have made many changes in the past couple of years. As we watch the number of megapixels skyrocket in point and shoot cameras, the memory card manufacturers have increased the storage size of their products. While Americans are renowned for believing that “bigger is better” there are exceptions to that … Continue reading "Memory Card Capacity"
Hollywood Public Works
Posted onAs I type this, there is a water pipe bursting through the street in front of my house. I’m not kidding. It’s the third time since last September. It’d be great if the local water department worked on the weekend, you know, beyond placing orange cones around the dirty water and sinking pavement. I do … Continue reading "Hollywood Public Works"
Disney Pic of the Week – Jungle Cruise
Posted onI love Jungle Cruise. I love Jungle Cruise. It is the bestest boat ride ever with the corniest of jokes that I have memorized. I love Jungle Cruise. There are hippos in water and ninja hippos in the trees. You can see giraffes, zebras, and unicorns all in one place. I love Jungle Cruise. I … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Jungle Cruise"
