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Month: April 2024

  • Photographing the Blue Angels Air Show

    Photographing the Blue Angels Air Show

    In this post I share a deep passion for aviation photography, shaped by childhood experiences and a career with Southwest Airlines. Attending the Beyond the Horizon Air and Space Show, they recount the thrill of air shows, the challenges of using a less-than-ideal lens, and the creativity sparked by working with available equipment.

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  • Why Rushing Hurts Your Photography Skills

    Why Rushing Hurts Your Photography Skills

    As a photographer, rushing rarely leads to creating meaningful images. If there’s one life principle I vehemently oppose, it’s hurry. Hurry and photography are seldom compatible. Perhaps, had I titled this post more positively, I would have chosen something like “Always Take Time to Smell the Roses.” I could delve into the theological aspects of…

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  • Photo Walk Down Auburn’s College Street

    Photo Walk Down Auburn’s College Street

    This post describes a brief photo walk on College Street in Auburn, focused on capturing the vibrant azaleas. Despite limited time, they recorded a video showcasing their experiences and reflections. The most successful capture was a unique motion blur shot of an Auburn shuttle bus.

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  • True Photography Blends Reality and Art

    True Photography Blends Reality and Art

    The author explores photography as a blend of reality and artistic vision, emphasizing personal interpretation in capturing everyday scenes. They highlight the challenge of harsh lighting and the importance of balancing contrasts. Ultimately, photography is not about perfect realism but about conveying one’s creative perspective through the lens.

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