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Adding People to Your Walt Disney World Photographs

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I try to avoid touristy shots when I am photographing at Walt Disney World. Static photos of an empty park while nice is not something I like to do. The parks only come alive when their are people involved. Whether they are cast members or guests, seeing people interact with another person or thing is … Continue reading "Adding People to Your Walt Disney World Photographs"
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A Dapper Dan Close Up on Main Street USA

Posted on by Scott Thomas
The famous photographer, Robert Capa, once said that, “If your pictures aren’t good enough, you aren’t close enough”. Keep this in mind when photographing at Walt Disney World. Using either a zoom lens or zooming with your feet, you will find getting closer and filling the frame will immediately improve your photos. As an example, … Continue reading "A Dapper Dan Close Up on Main Street USA"
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Hidden Mickeys in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Steve Barrett
We continue to be intrigued by circular images on Disney property, like the ones below. Are some of these images purposeful – planned and placed by the Imagineers? I’d like to know what you think. In the Riverside Depot store on Discovery Island at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, a mural on the wall behind the cashier’s … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys in Disney’s Animal Kingdom"
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Liberty Bell in the Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Scott Thomas
This weekend marks the 240th year of the birth of the United States of America. Below is a photo of the famous Liberty Bell replica on display in Liberty Square at the Magic Kingdom with the Hall of Presidents behind it. Happy Birthday to America and to my fellow countrymen. Liberty Bell replica on display … Continue reading "Liberty Bell in the Magic Kingdom"
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Hidden Mickeys in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Posted on by Steve Barrett
I’m constantly amazed at the new Hidden Mickeys (new for me, at least!) that folks tell me about. Like this one in DinoLand U.S.A. – walk to the rear entrance of Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures shop to find this classic Hidden Mickey, made of dark spots at the lower left of the left side … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys in Disney’s Animal Kingdom"
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Purple Wishes over Cinderella Castle

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Purples hues during Wishes over Cinderella Castle.Nikon D750/Tokina 16-28mm, 5.4s, f/16, ISO 100, EV 0, 16mm Focal Length, tripod, remote shutter release. Scott is still on his Stay-cation this week but will be back next week with more on Disney Photography. He hopes you enjoy this purple hued photo of Wishes over Cinderella Castle in … Continue reading "Purple Wishes over Cinderella Castle"
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Riding Down Everest in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Guests riding Expedition Everest in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.Nikon D750/28-300VR, 1/15s, f/22, ISO 100, EV 0, 28mm Focal Length. While Scott wishes he was riding Expedition EVEREST in Disney’s Animal Kingdom today, he is doing a Stay-cation this week and next. He did want to point out this is another motion photo using a slow shutter … Continue reading "Riding Down Everest in Disney’s Animal Kingdom"
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Nikon Picture Spots at Walt Disney World

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Looking for a great place for a picture perfect photo at Walt Disney World? Using all the techniques I have outlined the last few weeks, Disney and Nikon have teamed up to take the guess work out of a good photo location. Look for Nikon Picture Spots throughout the parks. They were chosen to provide … Continue reading "Nikon Picture Spots at Walt Disney World"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Snack

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Snacks and Walt Disney World go hand in hand. Walk anywhere in the resort and you will find all kinds of sweet concoctions. I found these Maleficent candied apples in the Confectionery on Main Street USA in the Magic Kingdom. They look absolutely evil-ly good. Maleficent candied apples in the Confectionery on Main Street USA.Nikon … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Snack"
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Hidden Mickeys in the Magic Kingdom and the Magic Kingdom Resorts

Posted on by Steve Barrett
As you know, some images seem more convincing than others as Hidden Mickeys. I like to get opinions on the ones that are questionable. In Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland, I’ve walked over the following image many times without spotting it. Evidently, some Cast Members consider this group of circles one of the larger Hidden Mickeys in … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys in the Magic Kingdom and the Magic Kingdom Resorts"
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