Thursday, November 25, 2010

Picture of the Day - 11/25/2010


Sandstone Outcrop with PiƱon Pine - I was looking for a snowy picture this morning to celebrate the start of our winter here in Colorado. This image was captured earlier in the year on my trip to Reno and the NANPA (www.nanpa.org) conference in February. I was just entering Zion N.P. via the "back" way (from the east) and came across this scene just before entering the valley. With bright white dominating the scene, we have a classic case where spot metering off the rock (which is close to neutral-toned) is best for achieving proper exposure. The lone tree growing in such an inhospitable spot, reminds me of a similar image I have in my "Inspirational" collection, "With God, all things are possible" (Matt 19:26).

Sheila and I would also like to wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! While we've had both happy and sad times this year, we continue to count the many blessings God has provided and thank Him for the many places He leads us to capture His wondrous beauty!

Best wishes to all! Ken & Sheila

Monday, November 22, 2010

Picture of the Day - 10/22/2010



Backlit Forest in Fresh Snow - Overnight, we received a fresh layer of snow, and this morning, I was up for the sunrise to capture this backlit scene looking out into our backyard. I like the areas of golden backlighting along with the graphic nature of the composition. Taken at 1/15th second at f11 (ISO 800) with the new Canon Rebel T2i. Touched up slightly in Lightroom.

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

New eBook on Travel Tips


One subject I've been teaching for several years now is Travel Photography - a seminar I'll be teaching this coming Friday! As such, I'm always on the lookout for new reference materials that will augment the class. Yesterday, I ran into a brand new eBook on travel photography by Christopher Grey, "Travel Photography Tips - Part 1". This covers properly exposing for different lighting conditions, use of architecture for framing, use of different perspectives, panning, several useful compositional techniques, photographing the locals and much more. The cost is just $10.00 and you'll be able to download immediately. Published by ProPhotoPublishing.com.

Click here to visit ProPhotoPublishing.com. Then click on "Travel Photography Tips 1" in the right-hand sidebar.