Hidden Mickeys in Magic Kingdom and Epcot

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I like to ask for other folks’ opinions about the many potential Hidden Mickeys on Disney property. As you know, some images are more convincing than others. What do you think about the following images? Study the roof support poles along the left side of the queue at “Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room” in the … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys in Magic Kingdom and Epcot"
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Disney Architectural Photography – Part 3

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In Part 1 of Architectural Photography at Walt Disney World we discussed the kind of equipment and techniques for architectural photography. In Part 2, we talked about how composition plays an important part in using the equipment. For Part 3, as in all photography, it comes down to the Light. Granted you can take photos … Continue reading "Disney Architectural Photography – Part 3"
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New Tron Attraction Coming to Magic Kingdom

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Tron — the highest-rated attraction at Shanghai Disneyland — is coming to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida! The new Tron attraction will sit in an entirely new area right next to the Space Mountain attraction at Magic Kingdom Park. Bob Chapek, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks & Resorts, made the announcement during the Walt … Continue reading "New Tron Attraction Coming to Magic Kingdom"
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Finding the Best Light at Walt Disney World

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A common mistake made by vacation travelers is missing the best light of the day. With the best light being early morning just after sunrise and one hour before sunset, it often interferes with things like sleep, breakfast and dinner. With a little planning, you can arrange to clear those times to capture Walt Disney … Continue reading "Finding the Best Light at Walt Disney World"
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Hidden Mickeys in and near the Magic Kingdom

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The quest for Hidden Mickeys is ongoing – I hope it never ends! Folks continue to spot new images, like this one from the M. Mouse Mercantile shop in the Grand Floridian Resort. Behind the check-out counter, a classic Hidden Mickey is on the right lower edge of a picture frame. I wonder if this … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys in and near the Magic Kingdom"
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Tomorrowland – Part Five

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Thanks for joining me for Part Five of my Tomorrowland series. In case you missed the previous parts: Part 1 – Tomorrowland An Overview – Flight to the Moon – Mission to Mars Part 2 – Circle-Vision movies – If You Had Wings – Dream Flight Part 3 – Skyway – Star Jets – WEDWay … Continue reading "Tomorrowland – Part Five"
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Magic Kingdom Skyway

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Jack Spence is on a leave of absence until 2014. This is a reprint of a blog he wrote several years ago. This blog originally ran in 2009 and was accurate at the time of publication. The first Disney Skyway opened at Disneyland on June 23, 1956. Walt was so taken by this mode of … Continue reading "Magic Kingdom Skyway"
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Using a Super Zoom Lens at Walt Disney World

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I am a big fan of using Super Zoom lenses on digital SLR cameras. When I travel to places like Walt Disney World, I do not want to be carrying a lot of heavy equipment. A Super Zoom lens lets me go with a small pouch which holds an extra battery, memory cards, lens cleaning … Continue reading "Using a Super Zoom Lens at Walt Disney World"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Clocks

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It is surprising the number of clocks you can find at Walt Disney World. Even in this age of smart phones and smart watches, there always is a need to look up and find the time on a public clock. Even in the Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland, you will find an analog clock above the entrance … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Clocks"
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