Archive: August, 2010

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The Away Game by Tony Lafferty

By: Tony Lafferty Biography: “For me, it’s all about creating a beautiful moment in time. Whether it is a real or fictitious moment is unimportant. What matters, is whether or not the viewer feels the moment. That’s what it’s all about.” says Tony. Website – http://tonylafferty.com Image Description – Comerica Park, home of the Detroit [...]

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Sachuest Rock Pile by Ben Jacobsen

By: Ben Jacobsen Biography: Father, Husband, Sailor, Photographer, and in that order! Website – http://www.benjacobsen.com Image Description – This was taken in Sachuest nature preserve in Newport/Middletown RI. It’s a great place for a sunrise as there are quite a few good landscaping locations to shoot as well as plenty of birds and other “wildlife”. [...]

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Cool breeze, tight squeeze by Nate Lindstrom

By: Nate lindstrom Biography: I live in a land of photographic opportunity, and sometimes I take advantage of that. Although, I usually don’t feel like I do often enough. Website – http://natelindstrom.com Image Description – 6 minute exposure in the grass on Park Point Location – Duluth, MN Photographic Gear – Sony A700, Sigma 10-20 [...]

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Downtown Houston Texas by Marcia Lozano

By: Marcia Lozano Biography: I am a full time working mom of two kiddos and a great husband..I love taking photos of anything photo worthy and also enjoy crocheting Website – N/A Image Description – I took this photo off of 45 and Quitman. This bridge has the most beautiful view of downtown Location – [...]

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Rays of Heaven by David Mclean

By: David Mclean Biography: I am a keen amateur based in the central West of NSW Australia. Website – N/A Image Description – This abandoned church caught my eye driving past one evening as the sun emerged through the broken clouds. Location – Cadia NSW Australia Photographic Gear – Canon 450D & Tokina 11-16mm Image [...]

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Usy Be by Mark Schueler

By: Mark Schueler Biography:I am a restaurant manager who moonlights as a portrait and wedding photographer. I also like to take photos of most anything in good light. Website – http://www.markschuelerphoto.com Image Description – I caught this lovely light while enjoying an espresso with a violinist one afternoon. Location – Raleigh, NC Photographic Gear – [...]

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Pike’s Peak by Randy Pickeral

By: Randy Pickeral Biography: I’ve had a love for photography since I was a kid. I finally decided to try and make a living from something I love Website – http://www.angleofviewphotography.com Image Description – This was a small puddle of melted snow near the bottom of the mountain. Location – Colorado Springs, CO Photographic Gear [...]

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Got to the Light by Carolyn Gallo

By: Carolyn Gallo Biography: Aspiring photographer from SE Michigan. I enjoy photographing nature, rural exploration, old barns, rust, texture, finding the unique in the everyday. Website – http://carolyngallo.blogspot.com Image Description – Interior of a century-old barn in St Clair County Michigan. Location – Michigan Photographic Gear – Canon Image Editing Software Used – LR2, PS/CS4

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On Ninth Avenue by Gene Lowinger

By: Gene Lowinger Biography: Retired photographer/musician Website – http://www.genelowinger.com Image Description – Saw this gentleman sitting in front of a store on Ninth ave. Location – NYC Photographic Gear – Nikon D700 Image Editing Software Used – Lightroom, PS, NIK plug-ins

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Les Trois Tetons by Jay Koeppel

By: Jay Koeppel Biography: Just taking a few shots every now and then on the trail. Website –  http://picasaweb.google.com/jaykoeppel Image Description – View of the Grand, Middle and South Tetons from Table Mountain (11,106′). This peak also served as the place where the first ever photographs of the Tetons were taken in 1872 by William [...]

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Hallet’s Peak Alpenglow by R. Peyton Hale

By: R. Peyton Hale Biography: Part time landscape photographer located in North Carolina Website –  http://www.rphphoto.com (coming soon!!) Image Description – 3AM – the alarm goes off in Ft. Collins, CO and I’m out the door, through the winding Big Thompson Canyon. At 4:30AM we hit the trailhead near Bear Lake as snow flurries fall [...]

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Snail by Tori Sulewski

By: Tori Sulewski Biography: New Jersey photographer and Penn State alumni who loves photography! Favorite subjects are animals, nature, and especially anything through her macro lens. Website –  http://torisulewski.com/ and http://www.flickr.com/photos/vsulewski/ Image Description – a snail found while picking blackberries. Location – Robbinsville, NC Photographic Gear – Canon 50D, Canon 60mm macro USM Image Editing Software [...]

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Blue by Scott Hadley

By: Scott Hadley Biography: Northwest photographer shooting for the pure joy of it. Website –  N/A Image Description – Beach Location – Fort Stevens Oregon Photographic Gear – Rebel XT, 17-85 lens Image Editing Software Used – N/A

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South Pier, Blackpool UK by Ian Kydd’ Miller

By: Ian Kydd’ Miller Biography: Photographer living and working in South East Asia. Website – http://fusion.zenfolio.com/ Image Description – South Pier. Blackpool UK Location – Blackpool, UK Photographic Gear – Nikon D1H + Sigma 15-30 Image Editing Software Used – Lightroom, PS7 and Topaz Adjust.

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Worth it’s Weight in Oil by Ole Marius Lund

By: Ole Marius Lund Biography: Hobby photographer from Norway, I enjoy landscape, skateboard and portrait photography. Been doing this for about 5 years. Website – http://lundern.deviantart.com Image Description – Got the amazing chance to shoot a rainbow last summer, pretty special with the oil tanker. Location – Bliksekilen, Norway Photographic Gear – Nikon D200 w/ [...]

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Reflected Lupine by Shell Foeckler

By: Shell Foeckler Biography: Husband and wife photography team based in N. Wisconsin. Website – http://superiorimageswi.com Image Description – Lupines bloom in N. Wisconsin for only a brief time (about two weeks). They usually can be found along roadsides and add some beautiful color to a scenic drive along Lake Superior. Location – Oakland Township [...]

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Fuengirola, Place for Pleasure and Fishing by Carlos Díez

By: Carlos Díez Biography: I love photography. I am not professional but I always my camera on my back. Website – http://cjd90.blogspot.com Image Description – Fuengirola is a land where pleasure and fishing take place. Amateur and Proffesional Fisher tend to go to the pier and have a great time. My main purpose with this [...]

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Rusting Behemoth by Gene Lowinger

By: Gene Lowinger Biography: Retired photographer/musician Website – http://www.genelowinger.com Image Description – This bridge carries thousands of train commuters every day. I wonder when it’s going to collapse. Location – Newark, New Jersey Photographic Gear – Nikon D700 14-24 f2.8 Image Editing Software Used – Lightroom, NIK plug-ins

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A Great Start by Mike Attanasio

By: Mike Attanasio Biography: I’ve been shooting for approximately 3 years and mainly enjoy landscape photography with a hint of HDR. Website – http://mattafoto.wordpress.com Image Description – Latest of many sunrise shots from the Manasquan Reservoir in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Location – Howell, New Jersey Photographic Gear – Canon XTI, Tamron 17-50mm, Manfrotto Tripod [...]

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Buzz Buzz Buzz by Holli Hinerman

By: Holli Hinerman Biography: ‘ve always enjoyed photography. I love when what I have seen with my eyes, has come across clearly in a photo. Website – N/A Image Description – Close up on a bee on a sunflower my husband planted in our backyard. Location – Amelia, Ohio Photographic Gear – Nikon Coolpix Image [...]

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Palouse Hills by Will Shieh

By: Will Shieh Biography: Avid photographer who loves nature Website – http://www.flickr.com/photos/stinky_tofu/ Image Description – Beautiful rolling hills located in Palouse, WA Location – Palouse, WA Photographic Gear – Canon XSI & Sigma 10-20mm Image Editing Software Used – Photoshop CS4

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Feel lucky, punk? by Todd Adamson

By: Todd Adamson Biography: I am a photographer, web designer, graphic artist, and part-time biochemist working in and living near Iowa City. I specialize in portraiture, but dabble in all types of photography. 99% available light, indoors and out. Website – http://adamsonstudios.com Image Description – It’s a damn toad. Location – My backyard (Iowa) Photographic [...]

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Rush Hour by Deborah Flowers

By: Deborah Flowers Biography: I’m a West Coast Wedding and Portrait Photographer living in and working the East Coast of South Carolina. My genre is wide and varies from day to day…I Love the beauty of God’s Creation. I try each day to bring Him Glory and Pleasure with the talent He has given me. [...]

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Alaska by Scott Anderson

By: Scott Anderson Biography: Photo enthusiast from Miami who loves wildlife Website – N/A Image Description – Quintessential Alaska–lush greenery, snowcovered mountains and a grizzly bear. Location – Lake Clark National Park, Alaska Photographic Gear – Canon 5D Mark II, 100-400mm Image Editing Software Used – Photoshop CS4

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The Tiny Wish by Lauren Miller

By: Lauren Miller Biography: I’m a macro photographer who lives out in the country in Texas. Website – http://boxofzen.com Image Description – Dandelions are magical from the time we are children, but can remain so through adulthood- Location – Texas Photographic Gear – Canon 40d & a canon mp-e 65mm macro lens Image Editing Software [...]

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Sunflowers by Shawn Grenninger

By: Shawn Grenninger Biography: I am a amateur photographer who loves the outdoors, kayaking, hiking, and camping. I am always looking at the world around me & how to photograph it. Website – http://www.flickr.com/photos/shawng13 Image Description – A sunflower field nearing the end of it’s beauty. Location – Beech Creek, Pennsylvania Photographic Gear – Nikon [...]

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Cabin Creek Falls by Will Shieh

By: Will Shieh Biography: Avid photographer who loves nature. Website – N/A Image Description – Beautiful Cabin Creek Falls located in Columbia River Gorge, Oregon Location – La Jolla Photographic Gear – Canon XSI + Sigma 10-20mm Image Editing Software Used – Photoshop CS4

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Teton Morning Magic by Dotty Weber

By: Dotty Weber Biography: I have always taken photos of my kids & on vacations. But after I went digital the world seemed to open up to me via thousands of opportunities to shot as much as I wanted. I love it! Website – http://wesdotphotography.com Image Description – This is a shot of one of [...]

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The Palace Wreck by Philip Langford

Photo By: Philip Langford Biography: I haven’t stopped shooting images since I was handed down a Mercury 35mm camera in 1966. Website – http://www.GoSportPhotos.com Image Description – The Palace Wreck is the remains of a Norwegian steel hulled brigantine that was forced onto a Grand Cayman Island reef during a storm in 1903. The wreckage [...]

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Summer Sunrise by Georgiann Cingo

Photo By: Georgiann Cingo Biography: I’m an amateur photographer three years. Website – http://karmaticcreations.zenfolio.com/ Image Description – Sunrise over the Atlantic . Location – Near Vero Beach, Florida. Photographic Gear – Canon P&S Image Editing Software Used – Paint Shop Pro

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First Flight by Amanda Ritter

Photo By: Amanda Ritter Biography: I am a self taught photographer. The learning curve that photography has to offer keep me wanting more. I learn every time I shoot and every time I edit. I feel like I finally found that “something” in life I truly love and have a passion for. Website – http://www.amandaritterphotography.com [...]

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