Scott Thomas

Scott's "Photographic Innoventions" blog focuses on intermediate to advanced photography concepts and techniques relevant for Point and Shoot and Digital SLR cameras.

Photographing Christmas Lights at Disney

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Ready for Christmas yet? Shopping all done? Gifts wrapped? Yeah, me neither. Here is something you can start doing at Walt Disney World today. Taking pictures of the fabulous Christmas decorations in the themeparks and resorts. With more coming by the end of November with the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney’s Hollywood … Continue reading "Photographing Christmas Lights at Disney"
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An Odd Rule

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Here is a photography rule which I read about when researching the previous blog on the Sunny 16 Rule I wrote about last time. This one is called the Rule of Odds. The rule states an odd number of objects should be sought out for a shot. This results in a natural framing of the … Continue reading "An Odd Rule"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Stunt Shows

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Ever wonder how those Hollywood stunts are done? The stunt shows at Disney’s Hollywood Studios take you behind the scenes of how stunts are safely planned and performed and is this week’s theme for Disney Pic of the Week. Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show features the Red Hero Car being chased all over the … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Stunt Shows"
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Sunny 16 Rule

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Over the years, some general rules of thumb have been applied to photography. We’ve talked about the Rule of Thirds in the past. The Sunny 16 Rule gives you the best results when used on a bright sunny day. I know that’s silly of me to state it but I wanted to be absolutely clear … Continue reading "Sunny 16 Rule"
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Spooky Pirates

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Spooky pirates found in the Pirates Bazaar.Nikon Coolpix 995, 1/30s, f/2.6, ISO 400, 0 EV What could say Halloween more than those cursed pirates from the Pirates of the Caribbean movies that I found in the Pirates Bazaar gift shop you walk through when exiting the ride in the Magic Kingdom. I added a line … Continue reading "Spooky Pirates"
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The Dating Game

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A Streetmosphere performance of The Dating Game in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.Nikon Coolpix 995, 1/137s, f/4.2, ISO 100, 0 EV When I am walking around Hollywood or Sunset Boulevards in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, I keep my eye out for those lovable characters Disney calls Streetmosphere entertainers. Back in 2003, I came upon them doing their version … Continue reading "The Dating Game"
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Spirit of Walt Disney World

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I recently read a wonderful book on travel photography. Since most of us travel to Walt Disney World, I found lots of great information which can be used there, elsewhere and at home. It talks about finding the spirit of where you are. This is how I approached all my photography before I even knew … Continue reading "Spirit of Walt Disney World"
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Metadata Revisited

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When I was talking about adding metadata and how to use it. I seemed to have confused some people about how much work it takes to add captions and keywords. While it does take time to add them, it’s not as time consuming as it sounds. Photo management software like Apple’s Aperture 2, Adobe’s Lightroom … Continue reading "Metadata Revisited"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Water

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Disney Imagineers use water for landscaping, entertainment and transportation and is the theme for this week’s Disney Pic of the Week. The close up of the Liberty Bell’s water wheel show transportation and the beauty of water use in the Magic Kingdom. Lisa and Barrie will be showing their wet visions on Thursday and Saturday. … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Water"
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Advanced Camera Holding

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When shooting in low light or after dark at Walt Disney World, I have stressed the use of a tripod to get the best results. However, I understand it is not easy to do so when traveling to and at the parks. If you have a digital SLR camera, I have another alternative for you … Continue reading "Advanced Camera Holding"
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