Tag: photography
Here is another way to edit a photo to bring out more detail from a flat looking scene. I enjoy riding in and photographing the Friendship boats which cruise Epcot’s World Showcase Lagoon. In this first photo, the clouds are rather flat looking above the pavilions and the trees do not show a lot of definition. … Continue reading "Editing Friendship Boat on Epcot’s World Showcase Lagoon"
Disney Pic of the Week: Tree of Life Holiday
Posted onUsing projections the Tree of Life in Disney’s Animal Kingdom comes alive at night during the holidays. Using the Nifty-Fifty aka Nikon 50mm f/1.8 prime lens, and setting my camera’s ISO to 10,000, I was able to use a hand-holdable shutter to capture the projection on the Tree of Life.
Summer Break 2020 Part 2
Posted onIf all is going according to plan, Canada is hosting the return of the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs right now. You can be rest assured, I will be getting my fill of all the hockey action as I watch as many of the games as I can. I will also be researching, processing and planning more … Continue reading "Summer Break 2020 Part 2"
Disney Pic of the Week: Tree of Life Elephant Falls
Posted onThe Tree of Life in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is full of details with animals and birds sculptured for its roots to the tallest branches. Here is a detail I point out to people when they first see come upon the tree. The Nikon 28-300VR Superzoom’s stabilization is amazing and allowed me to hand hold it at … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Tree of Life Elephant Falls"
Summer Break 2020 Part 1
Posted onI do not know about you but there have been many mornings in 2020 where I have felt like Mickey here. With that in mind, I am taking a two week Summer Break from blogging. I will return with more photos, tips and techniques for the Walt Disney World photographer. Enjoy your summer and stay safe! I … Continue reading "Summer Break 2020 Part 1"
Disney Pic of the Week: Tree of Life Natural
Posted onThis month I will be sharing photos of the Tree of Life in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. I have found a few angles where you can make the Tree of Life look like if it really existed in Africa. Here I got in close to the rope in front of the icon and carefully framed the scene … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Tree of Life Natural"
Muppets at Walt Disney World
Posted onA new Muppet series premiered today on Disney+ called Muppets Now. In celebration, here is a history of the Muppets at Walt Disney World. While not in production due to the new COVID-19 restrictions at the Magic Kingdom, The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History debuted back in 2016. The Muppet version of American history … Continue reading "Muppets at Walt Disney World"
Disney Pic of the Week: Christmas in July at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Posted onOver in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, I spotted this colorful Christmas wreath on one of the buildings in Africa. It is always interesting to see holiday traditions from other parts of the world. Hope you enjoyed my Christmas in July at Walt Disney World this month!
Mid-Summer Walt Disney World Photography Review
Posted onAs we head into mid-summer, here is a review of some photography techniques I used at Walt Disney World. You can use them in your photography at home or on vacation. Get in Close This is the number one go to technique to improve your photography today. People tend to stand back and leave a lot of … Continue reading "Mid-Summer Walt Disney World Photography Review"
Disney Pic of the Week: Christmas in July at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Posted onAt Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the Imagineers brought back a favorite Christmas knick-knack. What is your favorite Christmas decoration at Disney’s Hollywood Studios?
