Sunday, September 16, 2012

Mars Bars



Who knew that the Milky Way could be captured, albeit not spectacularly, living in such a "light polluted" area?  I didn't until I went searching for it.  The human eye cannot capture enough light to see it, but with some extreme settings a camera can.  

Friday, September 14, 2012

Brian and Megan







This is Brian and Megan.  They're married now and ready to embark on a journey that will last the rest of their lives.  Let's hope Brian can afford a new suitcase, although judging from his wallet...

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Poltergeist






On a recent trip to Memphis, I did some rooftop experimenting with ghosting.  The beautiful sunset in the background just happened to be a bonus.  When a low light situation calls for a long shutter speed, ghosts can be created by remaining still in the frame for approximately two-thirds of the shot. 

Monday, June 18, 2012

Monday, April 30, 2012

Tulips are better than One







Spring has sprung in Oregon's Willamette Valley, as evidenced by the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm.

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Horsetail Falls

This is Horsetail Falls located in the Columbia River Gorge in northern Oregon.  It doesn't take much imagination to figure where its name comes from.  The "Gorge" contains over 35 waterfalls within a 50 mile radius.