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This was Challenge #5: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50/55-200, 0.006s shutter, f6.3 This challenge was a real stumper. Pretty much everyone guessed that it was part of the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction. That’s not a bad guess given that it is a pile of canonballs, but it’s actually … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #6"
Photographic Innoventions: Color of Light
Posted onNot all light is pure white and will have a certain color temperature. Engineers express this in degrees Kelvin which you might have used in your high school physics or chemistry classes. Our eyes see color temperature as color casts like blue, green or red. Have you ever taken a picture and have it look … Continue reading "Photographic Innoventions: Color of Light"
Light Meter: Point and Shoot 101
Posted onThere is an abundance of cameras on the market these days for the consumer to choose from. The important question is, which one is right for you? Do you only take photos at birthday parties and family gatherings? Are you at every soccer game cheering on your daughter? Have you found yourself hoping for more … Continue reading "Light Meter: Point and Shoot 101"
Focus on Disney World – A Cup of Love
Posted onCopyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50/18-200VR, 0.333s shutter, f4.2 Accidents happen! Here’s one that was a nice surprise when I got home. I was practicing taking night photos of the Mad Tea Party ride and had way more than I actually wanted, but I didn’t want to take the time to delete any of … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – A Cup of Love"
Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #5
Posted onThis was Challenge #4: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2006 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50/55-200, 0.077s shutter, f4.5 Apparently, this wasn’t really a challenge after all! Nearly everyone got the answer correct. Congratulations go to Melissa N. Wheeler for being the first one to tell me that Challenge #4 comes from the teepee chandeliers in … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #5"
Photographic Innoventions: Landscape or Portrait?
Posted onWhen taking a picture, one of the first elements I think about is whether to use a Landscape (horizontal) or Portrait (vertical) orientation. A lot depends on the subject as people and tall objects like towers or castles look better to me as a portrait. While four legged animals and sweeping vistas look better as … Continue reading "Photographic Innoventions: Landscape or Portrait?"
Focus on Disney World – Illuminations
Posted onCopyright © 2003 Barrie Brewer, Nikon E3100 One of the things Disney does best is put on a spectacular fireworks show. This photo, although not one of my best, has always been one of my favorites. It’s a photo of the Illuminations fireworks show at Epcot, taken from the upstairs deck outside of Teppanyaki restaurant. … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Illuminations"
Light Meter: Keep it Simple
Posted onOne of the great things about strolling down Disneyland’s Main Street is that all of our senses get to enjoy it. The mouth-watering scent of peanut brittle coming from the candy shop. The sound of hooves clunking along the concrete as a horse pulls a carriage. The taste of Fantasia ice cream (R.I.P.) made of … Continue reading "Light Meter: Keep it Simple"
Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #4
Posted onThis was Challenge #3: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2006 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50/55-200, 1/1000s shutter, f4.0 This laundry line comes from the set of the Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show at Disney-MGM Studios. I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this show. Having seen the Indiana Jones stunt show I wasn’t … Continue reading "Focus on Disney World – Where in the World? #4"
Photographic Innoventions: Virtual Borders
Posted onCinderella’s Castle in the Magic Kingdom. © Scott Thomas Photography 2007Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/250s, f/8, 400 ISO, -0.3 EV, 80mm Focal Length This proves how popular Cinderella’s Castle really is. Just a few entries after Barrie posted about this most photographed object at Walt Disney World and here I am using this photo. I know many … Continue reading "Photographic Innoventions: Virtual Borders"
