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Walt Disney World in HDR

Posted on by Scott Thomas
High Dynamic Range imaging which is referred to simply as HDR is a process to increase the amount of luminance between the lightest and darkest areas of an image. Digital cameras can handle from 4 to 7 stops of light. In contrast, the human eye can see 20 stops of light. People “see” in HDR. … Continue reading "Walt Disney World in HDR"
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Telephoto Landscape

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Mistakes. We all make them. Most of the time when we make a mistake, it doesn’t work out to good. Sometimes you get a pleasant surprise. Such as the case in the photo below of Expedition EVEREST taken from the bridge between Africa and Discovery Island. I had just finished walking the Pangani Forest Exploration … Continue reading "Telephoto Landscape"
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November Disney World Calendar

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This shot of Expedition Everest in Disney’s Animal Kingdom was taken from the seating area of Flame Tree BBQ. It was a postcard perfect day! You will need to have Adobe Reader on your computer to download the calendar(s). Just click on the photo to download the calendar you want. This one prints out at … Continue reading "November Disney World Calendar"
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Everest Sun

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One of the first things you learn in any basic book or course on photography is to keep the Sun at your back when taking an outdoor photo. Yet, there at times when having the Sun in your photo creates interesting light patterns, flare and, when stopping down the lens, star effect. Remember NOT to … Continue reading "Everest Sun"
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Capturing an Empty Disney Park

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Walt Disney World hosts millions of visitors each year. There are always people about even during a slow period. Yet, you can take photographs without people in them. One way is to get low and shoot at an angle to eliminate people around you or find a way to elevate yourself over people’s heads. Another … Continue reading "Capturing an Empty Disney Park"
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On-Ride Photos

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I do and I’m sure many of you do it. Using our cameras while on a Disney ride or attraction. In the past I’ve shared one on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Test Track. Please, if you attempt ride photography do not endanger yourself or anyone riding with you. I make sure I am securely … Continue reading "On-Ride Photos"
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Super Zoom on Safari

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In 1998, a wannabe wildlife photographer’s dream came true when Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened. I’ve always wanted to bring a super zoom telephoto lens to this park and I did just that during Mousefest 2008. There were three specific locations at Animal Kingdom I wanted to try my super zoom lens, Nikon’s 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED … Continue reading "Super Zoom on Safari"
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Where in the World #54

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #53: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/800s shutter, f4.5 This supply boat is docked on Discovery River in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. As you go over the bridge from Discovery Island to Asia, you will see this boat over the right side of the bridge. It … Continue reading "Where in the World #54"
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Maharajah Jungle Trek Photo Tips

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Komodo Dragon on the Maharajah Jungle Trek The Maharajah Jungle Trek is a walking trail featuring the beautiful and powerful Asian Tigers. Unlike the Kilimanjaro Safari (see link below), you can take your time viewing the animals. At least until those with you bug you to move on. You will need a camera that can … Continue reading "Maharajah Jungle Trek Photo Tips"
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Where in the World? #44

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #43: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2006 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200VR, 1/160s shutter, f6.3 This highly decorated and colorful bus is actually a refreshment stand found in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It is located on the path to Asia as you are heading towards Expedition Everest. There were many guesses but … Continue reading "Where in the World? #44"
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