Tag: long exposure

Photographing the Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at Night

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Photographing in the Magic Kingdom at night is a lot of fun. Especially, late at night as the crowd thins out and photographers can set up their tripods almost anywhere. Which is exactly what I did in Fantasyland to photograph the Prince Charming Regal Carrousel. Did you know the carousel has 2,325 lights on it? … Continue reading "Photographing the Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at Night"
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Hall of Presidents Lobby in the Magic Kingdom

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Fisheye view of the lobby inside the Hall of Presidents.Nikon D700/Sigma 15mm, 1/6s, f/8, ISO 200, EV 0. The above photo took two years to get it right. The first time I attempted this photo, I did not notice the release cable was in the corner of the frame. The railing surrounding The Great Seal … Continue reading "Hall of Presidents Lobby in the Magic Kingdom"
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Best of Walt Disney World in 2013

Posted on by Scott Thomas
After visiting Disneyland in September, I had two trips to Walt Disney World in October and December. The first was a family vacation where I photographed while touring the parks. The other was a planned couple of days photographing with other Disney fan photographers. Both trips were fun, enjoyable and presented new challenges and experiences … Continue reading "Best of Walt Disney World in 2013"
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Create Your Own Disney Vacation Postcard

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Legions of Disney Parks lovers return “home” year after year whether it’s to Anaheim or Lake Buena Vista or perhaps Paris, Hong Kong, or Tokyo. We’ve bought the single and multi-pack postcards and mailed them off to family and friends. A question I always ask myself is, Am I sending the same postcard to (insert … Continue reading "Create Your Own Disney Vacation Postcard"
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LIberty Bell at Night in the Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Scott Thomas
A replica of the famous Liberty Bell was specially cast from the original mold for Walt Disney World and placed in Liberty Square in 1989. Surrounding the Liberty Bell are the flags of the original thirteen colonies. For more fascinating information, visit Jack Spence’s Liberty Square Odds & Ends article Liberty Bell location in Liberty … Continue reading "LIberty Bell at Night in the Magic Kingdom"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Illuminations

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The current Illuminations fireworks show, Reflections of Earth, is a fabulous show right in the heart of Epcot’s World Showcase Lagoon. I believe it it the closest guests get to a Disney fireworks show at Walt Disney World. I recently shared with you photography tips and a new favorite location for Illuminations. For this Disney … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Illuminations"
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Bad Fireworks Turned Psychedelic

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Coming up on the end of a long day in the Magic Kingdom, I knew Wishes was about to begin. With me was a tiny lightweight tripod with bendable legs designed for holding small point and shoot cameras. The attempt to wrap its short bubbled legs around a metal fence didn’t hold. As I was … Continue reading "Bad Fireworks Turned Psychedelic"
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Rainbow TTA PeopleMover

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Riding the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at night.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1.6s, f/4, ISO 400, EV +0.7, 60mm Focal Length. Riding the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at night is a colorful Disney Pic of the Week on TTA PeopleMover especially if you set up a tripod in one of the ride vehicles and use a long exposure.
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House of Blues Slows Down

Posted on by Lisa Berton
There are a good many Downtown Disney restaunts in Disneyland and Walt Disney World. I have yet to try them all, as sad as that sounds. On my last visit to Florida, my friend and I gave House of Blues a shot. The chain features concerts by well-known musicians and the almighty gift shop. Unfortunately, … Continue reading "House of Blues Slows Down"
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