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Prime Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Prime Epcot When I am in a photography funk and want to challenge myself, I take my favorite zoom lens off my camera and put on my Nikon 50mm f/1.8 prime lens. What I call the Nifty-Fifty. I did this for a day at Epcot and came away with some of the best photos I … Continue reading "Prime Epcot"
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German Wine Selection in Epcot

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2009 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/8s shutter, f4.5, ISO 400 The Weinkeller shop in Epcot’s Germany carries assorted German wines and accessories. The wine tasting is a good way to sample some of Germany’s different wines. The cost of the tasting includes a souvenir wine glass.
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Disney Pic of the Week – Germany

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Germany in Epcot’s World Showcase is a feast for the eyes and the stomach. Here you can eat and drink as every day is Oktoberfest in the Biergarten restaurant. Beer steins, wine, cuckoo clocks, dolls, pottery and hand-painted eggs by German artisans can be found in the shoppes outside the restaurant. While most guests leave … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Germany"
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Germany Pavilion – Part Two

Posted on by Jack Spence
Yesterday I began a clockwise tour of the Germany Pavilion and ended with the Kunstarbeit in Kristall shop located at the back of the platz. Today we continue our journey. Behind the Kunstarbeit in Kristall shop is a large fortress. The Imagineers based this structure on Stahleck Castle located in the Rhine Valley and Eltz … Continue reading "Germany Pavilion – Part Two"
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Germany Pavilion – Part One

Posted on by Jack Spence
The Germany and Morocco Pavilions hold an interesting honor among the World Showcase nations. They are the only two that have their own landing for the Friendship Boats that transit guests across the lagoon. Personally, I’ve never had a problem with walking around the promenade, but for those who do, this taxi service is a … Continue reading "Germany Pavilion – Part One"
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Where in the World #148

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #147: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/100s shutter, f/8, ISO 200 I always wonder what this guy is thinking about. Any ideas? Emperor Ferdinand I, of the Hapsburg Emperors, sits atop one of the shops of the Germany pavilion at Epcot. Jennifer T was … Continue reading "Where in the World #148"
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New Karamell-Küche in Epcot’s Germany Pavilion

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Mmmm… I can still smell the amazing, buttery aroma of freshly made caramel, even now — 24 hours after I first set foot in the new Karamell-Küche shop that opened just a few days ago in Epcot’s Germany pavilion. This new store, located on the site of the former Glas und Porzellan in the front … Continue reading "New Karamell-Küche in Epcot’s Germany Pavilion"
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Tiny Train

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer Ok, I admit, this is a little bit of a cheat. But it is a train, so technically, I can use it for my Pic of the Week. No one said it couldn’t be a miniature train. This one can be found next to the Germany pavilion in Epcot’s World … Continue reading "Tiny Train"
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Indoor Tour of World Showcase, Part I

Posted on by Scott Thomas
You wake up in your room at Walt Disney World and look outside and see dark gray sky and rain falling. This can be a bit disheartening especially if you were planning on doing a lot of outdoor photography while your family enjoys the Florida sunshine. For such days may I recommend visiting Epcot. All … Continue reading "Indoor Tour of World Showcase, Part I"
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Pic of the Week – Framing

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Using objects in the foreground of your shot to frame your subject is a good way to focus attention where you want it and add depth to your photo. This week we’ll show you some examples of framing in our Pics of the Week. For a more in depth look at framing, check out this … Continue reading "Pic of the Week – Framing"
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