Simple isn’t always better

The Apple Store at the Biltmore does have the window effect of bursting glass. No doubt the idea was that the sound is so good — so loud — that it breaks the glass. Here are my pictures. After seeing it in person, I’m convinced it doesn’t look very real. Only from a great distance…

Wilson A. “Snowflake” Bentley (1865–1931), born in Jericho, Vermont, USA, is the first known photographer of snowflakes. He perfected a process of catching flakes on black velvet in such a way that their images could be captured before they either melted or evaporated. He photographed more than 5,000 “crystals” in his lifetime. His process was…

Need photos for your marketing materials? Look no further than two great free photo sites. First try Stock Xchange which allows you to download high resolution images (once you register) and Photocase which is in Germany and allows you to register and download up to 3 images a day for free.

Next time I’m out away from the city lights I intend to take a few long exposure photos of the stars. I like the effect it gives to photos. I was researching long exposure techniques and found a great tutorial that explains different things you can do in different lighting situations to make your photos…

Nice shot of Vancouver City. If you ever visit Vancouver Island, go check out Butchart Gardens. Butchart Gardens view.

This is such an amazing photo.