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The animated musical, Frozen, took the world by storm and surprised Disney by its success. It did not take long for Disney to catch up in merchandising, a Sing-Along version in Blu-Ray and DVD released recently and bringing the magic to its themeparks. Over the summer, Disney’s Hollywood Studios hosted Frozen Summer Fun which was … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Frozen"
Flag Wavers of Sansepolcro Italy in Epcot
Posted onOne never knows when a new photographic opportunity will present itself. At Walt Disney World, it could happen while talking with friends in one of Epcot’s countries. This happened to me last week while in Italy. A fanfare of drums and trumpets was heard before a parade of colorful men came into the pavilion with … Continue reading "Flag Wavers of Sansepolcro Italy in Epcot"
Flights of Wonder: Feed the Birds
Posted onDo you want to ride Expedition Everest? Okay, give me your backpack and I’ll go watch Flights of Wonder. This show, like other segments of Animal Kingdom’s Asia (land) eluded me visit after visit. I took a wrong turn in Dinoland. I wandered around in circles in Africa. How did I ever make it to … Continue reading "Flights of Wonder: Feed the Birds"
Wishes over New Fantasyland
Posted onWishes fireworks go off over New Fantasyland.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 5.9s, f/16, ISO 400, EV 0, 28mm focal length, tripod. The opening of the New Fantasyland expanision in the Fall of 2013 added new locations to photograph Wishes, the nightly fireworks show, from in the Magic Kingdom. A new favorite composition of Disney photographers is placing the … Continue reading "Wishes over New Fantasyland"
Disney Pic of the Week: Closed Attractions
Posted onDisneyland is something that will never be finished. It’s something that I can keep developing. It will be a live, breathing thing that will need change. — Walt Disney Such is the premise on which Walt Disney World was also built upon. Change happens all the time in the parks. I know many people feel … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Closed Attractions"
My Laugh Affair with Billy Hill and the Hillbillies
Posted onI fell in love with Disneyland during my 4 year residence in Ocean County. Each time I walked through the tunnel I discovered something new and wonderful. At some point, a friend took me to the Golden Horseshoe to see a show starring a magician, Dana Daniels, and his parrot, Luigi. I loved it and … Continue reading "My Laugh Affair with Billy Hill and the Hillbillies"
Billy Hill and the Hillbillies’ The Devil Went Down to Georgia
Posted onScott and I decided on this week’s theme long before Disneyland announced they were retiring Billy Hill and the Hillbillies’ show. If you haven’t seen them yet then hop a plane, jump in the car, or skip over to Disneyland before their final show on January 6th. Yes, they’re that good. Here’s just one of … Continue reading "Billy Hill and the Hillbillies’ The Devil Went Down to Georgia"
Disney Pic of the Week: Frontierland Entertainment
Posted onWhile wandering around Disneyland’s Frontierland, I heard music and laughter coming from the Golden Horseshoe Saloon. Upon entering, I saw the place full of guests and a troop calling themselves the Laughing Stock Co. doing a show. Well, I strapped on my fisheye lens and headed to the balcony. I wanted to capture the Golden … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Frontierland Entertainment"
Disney Pic of the Week – New Orleans Square
Posted onIt’s funny how our topic for this week is in line with my first visit to New Orleans. Soon I will be able to draw comparisons between Disneyland’s homage and the real French Quarter and surrounding area. My friend has already informed me that finding a non-alcoholic mint julep will be impossible. I guess we’ll … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – New Orleans Square"
Disney Pic of the Week: Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show
Posted onThe Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show in the Streets of America backlot area at Disney’s Hollywood Studio is an exciting, fast, adrenaline inducing live show. It is a fun and challenging to photograph with lots of fast action, jumps and stunts. Each stunt is carefully choreographed and practiced to look far more dangerous than … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show"
