Images, thoughts, and crib notes from near and far.
Posted in Uncategorized on Feb 8th, 2011
Continuing on with some additional images from yesterday…. The photography from the boat was really challenging this trip due to the wind and wave actions. Most of the time it seemed like the wind was blowing one way, the waves another and then there was the rocking of the boat. One of the more interesting [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Dec 31st, 2010
We had great sucess today at the outdoor market, locally named Bravo Market. In addition to the fresh Mahi Mahi, it was a camera feast for the lens. Everyone was very happy to have their photo taken, including the fish, as I roamed through the isles. Enjoy the market shots below. Getting underway in about [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Dec 30th, 2010
I left the snows of Seattle yesterday for Lapaz, Mexico. After massive shopping (nearly all day) for full provisioning of the motor sailing vessel Orion, we are scheduled to leave the docks mid morning on the 31st. Had a hoot doing shopping in a language that I did not speak or read – I think we [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Dec 20th, 2010
I usually don’t post news items however, after some personal turmoil, I decided to link to a story that ran on the 16th of December. Having personally seen the areas were these Rhinos are being released, it simply pains me greatly to read of such things. Here is the link for the story with the [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Dec 5th, 2010
My toned black and white image ‘Elephant Crossing I’ was recently picked up as the header image for the 3oth anniversary edition of Thomson Safaris. I am deeply honored that the staff at Thomson Safaris decided to run with this image for their special edition. Since the start of my tours and trips to Tanzania, [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Oct 24th, 2010
WORKING outside of a safari vehicle and very low to the ground can be dangerous yet, it can yield some outstanding images. The image below was not without a full rehearsal with our guide, for safety reasons. The rehearsal including proper vehicle positioning (placement, angle, etc), and lots of time spent on safety, as well [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Oct 5th, 2010
Finally, after far too long of a wait, Nik Software has released their 64bit plug-in product for CS4 and CS5. I for one, have been frustrated by having to jump back and forth between the 32bit and the 64bit applications of photoshop when making use of Nik products (less Viveza). This recent release will certainly [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Sep 6th, 2010
More on panning………. While photographing near Amboseli Nation Park, a herd of some 20 elephants were making their way across the dry plains toward the swamp areas inside the National Park. For no reason, the rear of the group broke into a run. Two quick turns of the dials on the D3s and I was [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Aug 15th, 2010
It is 108 degrees F out side in Dubai and all of the power has left the station (no more power at the airport power stations for laptops). I can’t think of a better photo to explain my frustration than one of me playing Elephant Dung Soccer (note the large elephant in the background). The [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Aug 13th, 2010
For more than two hours Joesph (our guide) and I negotiated with local Maasi tribe members for a special photo opportunity. Finally, we cut the deal – for $150 US (plus whatever tip we chose to add in), three Maasi warriors in full paint and dress would show up at 0700 the following day for [...]