Tag: Spaceship Earth

Disney through a Crystal Ball

Posted on by Scott Thomas
A crystal ball is believed by some people to aid in the performance of clairvoyance like witches and wizards. At Walt Disney World, the most famous crystal ball is found in the Haunted Mansion where the ghost of Madame Leota is calling spirits from the world beyond. Crystal balls are a fun prop to create … Continue reading "Disney through a Crystal Ball"
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Inside Spaceship Earth at Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Dark rides are very hard to photograph at Walt Disney World. Not only is the lighting very moody and low but the ride vehicles move so you have to keep your shutter speed around 1/60th of a second. Remember, you can not use flash in a dark ride. Disney Cast Members will interrupt the ride … Continue reading "Inside Spaceship Earth at Epcot"
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Lighting up a Monorail in Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I have seen other photographers sharing photos of Walt Disney World Monorails at night in Epcot using a single flash unit to illuminate the moving vehicle. Without a flash, one could only get a blurred monorail late at night. You know me by now, I had to see if I could light up a monorail … Continue reading "Lighting up a Monorail in Epcot"
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Camera Scene Modes – Fish-eye Effect

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Explorers, we’re heading into new territory today so find a buddy and follow along. My new Canon PowerShot SX30 IS has all sorts of neat-o functions for getting creative. I played with one such feature while taking aim at Epcot’s Spaceship Earth and the fountain at Innoventions Plaza. Step 1. Turn the dial to SCN … Continue reading "Camera Scene Modes – Fish-eye Effect"
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Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Answers

Posted on by Jack Spence
Yesterday, I briefly discussed the importance of corporate sponsors in connection with Disney shops, restaurants, and attractions. Then I presented you with 20 questions to see if you could remember what company is connected with a given location. Here are the answers. It will be interesting to see just how well these companies’ advertising dollars … Continue reading "Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Answers"
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Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Questions

Posted on by Jack Spence
When Walt was planning Disneyland, he knew he couldn’t afford to build his magnificent park without outside financial help. So he and his brother Roy engaged the assistance of other companies to help pay the bills. In exchange for their money, these companies would be allowed to sell their products in Disneyland shops and restaurants … Continue reading "Quiz – Who Sponsors Disney – Questions"
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FX Disney World

Posted on by Scott Thomas
In keeping with our theme of creative processing this week, I want to share with you an app I was made aware of a few weeks ago. If you own an Apple computer, iPhone, iTouch or iPad/2. You might enjoy getting FX Photo Studio to quickly add one or more special effects to your photos. … Continue reading "FX Disney World"
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My Fixit List: Part 2

Posted on by Mike Scopa
Today I am continuing with my countdown list of things in and around Walt Disney World which I feel need attention and has been needing this attention for a number of years. Let’s start with: #7 Carousel of Progress – Diorama Dilemma Anyone who knows me realizes how important the Carousel of Progress is to … Continue reading "My Fixit List: Part 2"
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Framing Spaceship Earth in Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Last fall I spent a few hours with Disney photographer extraordinaire Bob Desmond at Epcot. Bob has been photographing for Disney for over 20 years. After meeting with Bob near Japan in World Showcase, I asked him what he found to photograph after so many years. He gave me a couple of things right off … Continue reading "Framing Spaceship Earth in Epcot"
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A Kiss from Space Mickey

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2010 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/80s shutter, f4.2, ISO 800 Here’s Space Mickey giving me a little peck on the cheek. Don’t tell Minnie! My Pic of the Week for characters in costumes was taken at an AllEars special event in Epcot last December. Following a spectacular Illuminations dessert party, guests … Continue reading "A Kiss from Space Mickey"
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