We really didn't do much traveling, actually we didn't do any traveling in January. We did do a staycation at the Legoland Florida Resort and a few theme park days in Disney World, SeaWorld and Legoland. I had the opportunity to photograph several of the firework shows and a couple Florida sunsets in January as well. So here you go, some of my favorites photographs from … [Read more...]
December 2015 in Photos
As 2015 comes to an end, we are truly thankful for all that God has blessed up with. This month we didn't do any traveling, and honestly didn't visit the parks very much due to company coming in town and the incredibly large crowd numbers in the theme parks for holiday vacations. I did manage to get several of the Holiday Wishes shows photographed as well as the SeaWorld … [Read more...]
Space Coast Florida – Our First Up-Close View of a Rocket Launch
One of our bucket-list items to do since we've been living in Florida was to see, up close, a rocket launch from Cape Canaveral. It's not everyday you get to see a rocket blast off into outer space, especially if you've grown up in the Midwest. I've always been in awe of America's space program, and having watched on TV countless numbers of rockets and space shuttles blasting … [Read more...]
Photographing the Aurora Borealis – North Dakota Bound
I have decided that between September and February we are going to head to North Dakota. Yes we will leave the warmth and sun of Florida and head to the cold of North Dakota. Back on the night of May 12 going into May 13 I got bit. Bit with the Aurora Borealis bug that is. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jz8cBjccMFU We were visiting my in-laws in Northern Nebraska … [Read more...]
Photographing Cinderella’s Castle at WDW and Post Process Editing
Standing in front of Cinderella Castle in the evening is a real magical experience, especially after the crowds clears out. For photographers, this is the perfect setting to take long exposures and “have our way” with the shot. Over the past few years I have caught the photography bug. To make matters worse, I’ve combined one hobby with my other obsession, Disney. I’ve heard … [Read more...]
Favorite Photos from March 2014
I am really not sure where the month of March went, but it is gone. Wow what a month too! Gabe was here twice to visit, once on leave and the other because of recovering for a back surgery. Courtney had oral surgery this month as well, and we started wedding planning at full force. I enjoyed taking photos at Epcot this month. Really making it a point to go at night, use … [Read more...]
Favorite Photos from February 2014
I can't believe how fast February flew by! I feel like I barely took any photos at all, but when I go back into my files I see I took a few thousand! It really was an exciting month. My eldest daughter got engaged in Magic Kingdom, my middle son came down for a weekend and Becca went full time at Walt Disney World. So my favorite photos this month aren't as all about … [Read more...]
Taking Night Photos with A Neutral Density Filter at the Polynesian
A photographer whose work I admire, Peter Sanner, spent some time with me a few weeks ago and answered my endless questions about how he achieves such vibrant colors in his night landscape photography. (You can check out his Facebook Page for more great Photos} I love how he captures so much light and such beautiful colors in his night photography. So I drilled him on … [Read more...]
Aunesty’s Camera Equipment – What I Shoot With
I love taking pictures, and I am by far no expert or even an advanced photographer. While I would love to be considered a professional photographer one day, for now, I am just a amateur or novice. Several people have asked me about what "equipment" I use, and I am happy to share. I don't have the most expensive equipment or the even the best and top of the line. But I … [Read more...]
My Favorite Shots from January 2014
I didn't get to shoot as much as I wish I could have last month. But I did get a few shots that I am quite happy with, which surprised me when I went back through the months photos. Of Course there are the animal shots this month - each edited in PhotoShop with a high pass filter. - There were taken at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom Park, on the Kilimanjaro Safari. I … [Read more...]