.. Go check out +Tom Merritt and crew…… +Philip Plait Thou us uber Space nuts probably have it on 4 seperate monitors and 13 different streams 4 hangouts and possibly a tablet device….. Reshared post from +TWiT Starting TONIGHT at 10 PM PDT on TWiT: Join host Tom Merritt, with guests Jonathan Strickland, Dr. Kiki, Phil Plait, and Steve Sell, for an hour of coverage as NASA's Curiosity Rover attempts to land on Mars via a sky crane. Watch and listen at http://live.twit.tv/ Mars Landing Special: Aug 5th 10PM PDT | TWiT.TV Mars Landing Special: Aug 5th 10PM PDT | TWiT.TV View this post on Google+
PSA: Do not go to this address to look at this car….you will more than likely get jacked… Come on – drive it to a local park or something…… View this post on Google+
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what color is a mirror? I was told long ago the best way to be a better photographer is to understand light…. Reshared post from +Randal L. Schwartz What color is a mirror? Not what you might think! This post has been reshared 1 times on Google+ View this post on Google+
+NASA #curiosity This post has been reshared 4 times on Google+ View this post on Google+
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Here is one way to spend your birthday…working on broken computers and watching old Star Trek……man these spacesuits are sexy….. View this post on Google+
Do you like to share your skills with others and learning from others? Lightroom is a amazing tool, and using it as a new photographer should become part of your learning experience. Post processing can separate you from many in the industry. Nothing replaces a great shot out of the camera but a RAW workflow can make a huge difference to so many aspect of your photography. A friend went to Alaska and said to me – "Hey – check out this photo, got any pointers…." So I went for it and gave it a whirl via Lightroom as I know that is what he has to use for the time being and many times Photoshop can be overwhelming….. All I can say is RAW gives you access to a massive canvas of options and opportunities. I made about 15 different versions of the same base image from subtle to over the top in less that 10 minutes. The Result: He is now amazed by what can be pulled from what in the beginning might be considered more of a snapshot to something he can share with friends and family to show the beauty of Alaska. Weather you agree or disagree with heavy or light editing or manipulation – […]
Trying to keep my new rule of editing at least one photo a day going… man it is not easy….. Feel free to comment – love it or hate it……. This was shot with a one light off camera flash setup – AB800, 44" Umbrella View this post on Google+
I sure hope all the positive reviews here are worth it…. Also I have to say this is sort of an interesting new product from them – LENS BLING… I will say for those with a few lenses or a massive bag this could be nice…. View this post on Google+
Just doing some re-edits to spruce up older images with some new editing styles…… http://500px.com/photo/10910449 View this post on Google+
Well I thought the Introduction of +Trey Ratcliff 's new aptly names Presets was supposed to be a secret for a few more days but clearly it leaked out all over G+…. so I might as well be the first to give them a try on an image that Trey might not ever shoot…….to see if they can work for more than just what they might be intended for….You tell me what you think…..? Presets interest me as I have been using them lately as a way to maintain interest and boost my ability to be more creative and push myself to try new things that are more outside my comfort level. I think many can use them as a crutch (lets call it Instagram) but even there the use of filters and presets etc are making more people pick up a camera and just try to show us the world through their eyes… so why not…. Even if some of us think it looks like crap in some cases, the base result is more interesting stuff to look at in my daily stream… Here is the link to Trey's video about the new Presets and if they are not available to purchase […]
I am not sure if I should be happy or angry…. So +J. Rae Chipera (thanks ) noticed that one of my images was up on Flickr in someones profile there.. (at least they gave me credit….) http://www.flickr.com/photos/23073823@N02/ Best part is I am not alone…as this person is happily posting up everyone's images from 500px.com – so depending on how you like to handle your images you might want to take a look and deal with it as you wish… Part of me does not care, part of me wishes he put a full link to my site.. and the other part feels many others on there might care a great deal… so if you do care deal with it as you see fit….I really have no issues with people using my stuff as long as they tell me and I give them permission or they give me full credit.. I just like to know where it's being used more for my personal knowledge of who might be seeing it than anything really….and god forbid if someone wanted to pay for one I would want to get them a hi-res version… View this post on Google+
Watching +Karen Hutton and +Trey Ratcliff on the ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY – LIVE WEBINAR Hey dudes…….! View this post on Google+
Hmm – Non Media credential access to the next California Capital Airshow? This sounds interesting… I think I need to contact this guy.. Photo Tour – non-media credentialed photographers Amateur and Professional Attention all amateur and professional photographers, we are pleased to announce a great opportunity for non-credentialed photographers, granting unprecedented access to Airshow grounds. The Airshow is pleased to offer the 2012 “Photo Tour.” From the USAF Thunderbirds Jet Team, to state-of-the-art military aircraft, gravity-defying aerobatics, and a huge roster of aviation displays and activities, a day at the California Capital Airshow is a fantastic and memorable experience, whether you’re already an avid aviation fan or want to learn how to take great aircraft photos. For additional information and to download the registration form click here. Questions? Call Airshow Headquarters (916) 876-7568 or email Photo Tour Manager, Bruce Boehm at CCA.PhotoTour@ gmail.com. http://www.californiacapitalairshow.com/about-cca/media-access#credentials Hey +Olav Folland have you ever done this? or anything related to this show I know you are out that direction… I might just need to rent this for the next airshow I go to…. +LensRentals.com you might get some of my business – sadly I need to start working out first…. 11lbs – got to love it…. http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/nikon/lenses/supertelephoto/nikon-600mm-f4-af-s-vr This post […]
I have determined that I will be trying to take at least a bit of time each night to learn new things or refresh skills in photography. The next 4 days will be filled with a huge refresher from +Trey Ratcliff and his online seminar… Honestly I am one that jumps onto things and comes back to the basics, it is high time I reinforce my basic photography knowledge to hopefully make me a much better photographer overall… View this post on Google+
Item No. 472072030093 Price: $32.95 Product Details:Imagine you're a technician assigned to the Apollo 11 mission – it's easy when you have this "shop manual" to refer to. Book provides a detailed overview of the hardware used in the Apollo 11 mission, including an informative inside look at the Saturn V rocket, the Apollo Command Module, and the Lunar Module. Detailed color illustrations, diagrams, and historical photographs offer a rare insight into the U.S. manned space program. Hardcover. Measures 8-1/2" x 11". http://goo.gl/Tvrns This post has been reshared 1 times on Google+ View this post on Google+
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Just a reminder to get in on this upcoming online seminar this week if you have not yet signed up. I know many have differing opinions on Trey, but as one who has taken an online seminar – I have to say it was very well done and I still refer back to the materials to this day. I plan on re-learning and refreshing a ton based on this one… also I am all for learning how others do things to better my own performance…. Reshared post from +Brent Burzycki I highly recommend these trainings +Trey Ratcliff does online – Especially for the beginner, thou any semi pro or pro could get great info from them also I took the HDR tutorial and not only did I learn a ton (I had never shot one HDR before the online seminar) but I made cool friends and still have copies of the tutorial to reference. I do not shoot everyday and I forget a ton of things, to be able to shoot back into the seminar and refresh my memory is worth the money alone. Right now you and a friend can sign up for the class for a special price, I am actually […]
In album July 2012 (1 photo) That's a must follow…. Reshared post from +Astronomy Picture of the Day (APoD) Ash and Lightning Above an Icelandic VolcanoImage Credit & Copyright: +Sigurdur Arnar Stefnissonhttp://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap120730.html Why did the picturesque 2010 volcanic eruption in Iceland create so much ash? Although the large ash plume was not unparalleled in its abundance, its location was particularly noticeable because it drifted across such well-populated areas. The Eyjafjallajökull volcano in southern Iceland began erupting on 2010 March 20, with a second eruption starting under the center of a small glacier on 2010 April 14. Neither eruption was unusually powerful. The second eruption, however, melted a large amount of glacial ice which then cooled and fragmented lava into gritty glass particles that were carried up with the rising volcanic plume. Pictured above during the second eruption, lightning bolts illuminate ash pouring out of the Eyjafjallajökull volcano. This post has been reshared 10 times on Google+ View this post on Google+
Reshared post from +Sharon Strandskov *I want to coat every wall in my house with this paint* …and I am 90% sure I am actually going to do it in my home office, at the very least. It is clear, so it can go over any color paint you already have in your home, and it will allow you to jot down notes, diagram anything and everything, draw pictures… oh, this is just way too much fun! http://www.whiteyboard.com/products/clear-dry-erase-paint.html This post has been reshared 3 times on Google+ View this post on Google+
Well this is not Photography related but I have finally found the best BBQ timer I have used so far…and batteries are included…. I have broke at least three other cheap junk timers.. this one looks like it will actually last longer than 2 bbq's…. http://amzn.to/LXtTMF Small, magnetic and it has a lanyard (because things feel more important when attached to a lanyard) and a klaxon (I like that word) that is loud enough to wake me up when I fall asleep outside with a frosty beverage… Combination clock, timer and stopwatch with large, easy-to-read digital display 12/24-hour clock function; time up to 10 hours; count-up to 24 hours Easy-to-use keypad programming and functions Magnet on back for wall mounting; 36-inch long carrying strap Battery included; 1-year limited warranty View this post on Google+
Must give designers more time I think… View this post on Google+
Is anyone using the build in Metadata stripper in Win7? See below: View this post on Google+
