Last night, I got ready for bed and was ready to turn off the light when I remembered that last night was the night of the so-called ‘supermoon.’ That is, when the moon is full at its perigee (the closest point of its orbit). When these factors combine, the moon appears 12-14% larger and brighter…
Category: Photos
Trying out Handheld Night Shooting with the OM-D
Took the OM-D out for a quick spin of night shooting this evening on the way home from work, sans tripod. The in-body IS was rather astounding, and enabled me to keep the ISO relatively low even with a little longer lens. This shot of the Main St and Town Street bridges in Columbus, was…
Ready for Launch!
This African Grey Parrot puffed up and I thought he was going to fly right at me. Maybe he had something against the big lens pointed at his face.
More Wildlife…
Just thought I’d share a few more pictures from our wonderful zoo. I’m quite enjoying shooting with a long lens again, and the FD 50-300mm f/4.5L, while sometimes challenging due to having to use manual focus, is giving me the look I want with these. Just a few more samples for your enjoyment.
A Sunday Trip to the Zoo
I took a trip to the Columbus Zoo with my daughter today. It was a beautiful day in Central Ohio, and I had a wonderful time with her, and enjoying photographing the animals. I brought my trusty (but heavy) Canon FD 50-300mm f/4.5L lens on my GH2. With the 2x crop factor of micro 4/3,…
A Shower of Sparks
Failing wheel bearing hub assembly? Check. Dremel with metal cutting wheel? Check. Tripod mounted long lens set far enough back to not be melted by flying sparks? Check.
New Mexico Travel Diary – Part 4
This is the last entry in my New Mexico Travel Diary. I’ve had a great time exploring the stark and historic beauty of the northern part of the state, but it’s back to home now. Days 6 and 7 – Sandias, Coronado State Monument and back to Santa Fe Day 6 came, and after all…
New Mexico Travel Diary – Part 3
This is Part 3 of my New Mexico travel diary – check out Part 1 and Part 2. Day 4: Santa Fe I took a quick trip up to Santa Fe to check out their old town after work. It’s a quick drive from Albuquerque, especially given the 75 MPH speed limit the whole way….