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Great Movie Ride through a Crystal Ball

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Believe it or not, when Disney’s Hollywood Studios first opened back in 1989 it was called the Disney-MGM Studios and you could see the replica of the Mann’s Chinese Theater as you walked up Hollywood Blvd. I will have to scan in some old 4×6 prints someday to show you this view. By the time … Continue reading "Great Movie Ride through a Crystal Ball"
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Wishes Christmas Card from the Magic Kingdom

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Wishes Christmas Card from the Magic Kingdom. A scanned image of my family’s Christmas card for this year. My friend and Disney contract photographer, Bob Desmond, who was kind enough to take on the challenge when I first proposed a photo of my family during the production of Wishes, the nightly fireworks show in the … Continue reading "Wishes Christmas Card from the Magic Kingdom"
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Illuminations from Showcase Plaza

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As you walk from Future World to World Showcase in Epcot along the central promenade, there is an open area between the two stores called the Showcase Plaza. The plaza angles downward to the edge of the World Showcase Lagoon. At night, some of this area may be roped off for special groups and events … Continue reading "Illuminations from Showcase Plaza"
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EPCOT30 Celebration

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Future World from the monorail over Epcot.Nikon D700/Tokina 11-16mm, 1/125, f/16, ISO 200, EV -0.6, 16mm focal length. A few things have changed in this view of Epcot’s Future World from the monorail since the park opened in 1982. The trees and landscaping have been expanded. There is a water play area and the Phineas … Continue reading "EPCOT30 Celebration"
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Twilight Zone Tower of Terror in HDR

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For those of you who have attended a special event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios like Star Wars Weekend or maybe an ESPN Weekend, you know about the area past Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and to the side of the Tower of Terror. I had only been back there during the day previously. Three weekends ago, … Continue reading "Twilight Zone Tower of Terror in HDR"
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Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness Resort

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The Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue dinner show playbill from the Pioneer Hall balcony.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/50s, f/3.5, ISO 4000, EV 0, 28mm focal length. My wife and I have attended the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue dinner show at the Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground six times since our honeymoon back in 1983. Back then the Hoop-Dee-Doo was considered … Continue reading "Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness Resort"
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La Fountaine de Cindrillon – Magic Kingdom

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La Fountaine de Cindrillon or Cinderella Fountain is found behind Cinderella Castle near the path to Libery Square. I have taken many photos of this fountain and never noticed the plaque inbedded in the wall behind it. I saw it from another photographer’s photo shared on flickr. A great place to get photographic ideas and … Continue reading "La Fountaine de Cindrillon – Magic Kingdom"
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Advanced Dark Ride Photography at Walt Disney World

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I have talked about my attempts at photographing Disney dark rides in the past. I have not been satisfied with my results thus far. So, I contacted an expert. Michael Besant is an accomplished dark ride photographer and I asked him for his secret. Turns out I was not the only one to inquire and … Continue reading "Advanced Dark Ride Photography at Walt Disney World"
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Disney Dream Atrium

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When guests board the Disney Dream at the Port Canaveral terminal, they are loudly heralded by a Disney Cruise Cast Member as they walk into the Atrium on Deck 3. The Atrium is three decks high and features the large Swarovski crystal chandelier, statue of Admiral Donald Duck, marble and carpeted flooring, glass elevators and … Continue reading "Disney Dream Atrium"
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An African Day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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I spent a most of a day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Africa on my last trip. Thought I would share a few photos with you. Notice the camera data which will tell you how I was able to photograph them. Ask any questions in the comments. First stop was the Kilimanjaro Safari. The attraction has … Continue reading "An African Day in Disney’s Animal Kingdom"
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