Quiet Place
June 08, 2015
I noticed this simple setting of a bench by a tree immediately, but the lighting was harsh causing a lot of shadows. This setting needed the correct lighting to make it a peaceful relaxing place to watch the wonders of our world. A cloudy day provided overcast lighting to prevent shadows making the light soft and perfect for the relaxing setting. I...
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Crystal Springs Preserve, Crystal Springs, Florida
January 20, 2015
Crystal Springs Preserve is located in Pasco County, Florida a short distance north of Hillsborough River State Park. Crystal Springs is a natural spring that provides water to the Hillsborough River near its beginning which is located in the Green Swamp. The preserve is private and is currently serving primarily as a 'learning resource' for small...
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Can you see me NOW?!!
January 08, 2015
One of my favorite places to take a stroll is on the boardwalk
at Riverhills Park on the Hillsborough river in Temple Terrace, Florida.
I paused for a moment to mentally compose a photographic possibility.
One thing I have learned in the photography world is there is more often
something there to photograph.
Look from all perspectives - far,...
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Lensbaby Fisheye Lens
January 02, 2015
Among the latest offerings from Lensbaby is the new 'fisheye lens' (www.lensbaby.com). Santa granted my request to have this new 'toy' and I've been playing with it along the way to make fun photos.
The first thing to know is this is a totally manual lens - you set the aperture on the lens like we did back when I first started photography, and the...
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24 Shoot Challenge
December 11, 2014
Are you familiar with the 'Meetup' Groups? Jim and I joined the local Tampa Bay Photography Group headed up by Raymond Black and several other wonderful photographers. If you have an interest in photography, this is definitely a great way to expand your knowledge and meet others doing some of the same things you love to do.
So why do I bring this...
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