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As Sandy and I prepared for our Mediterranean cruise and planned our shore excursions at each port of call, we considered matters of personal security and what we would need to help protect ourselves from the expected pickpockets and thieves.  … Continue reading

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It’s the small things in life we ought to be thankful for.  I know that is a well worn almost clichéist  statement but I really mean it.  I won’t use this post to list all of the blessings and good … Continue reading

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I had never heard the term either.  That is until I read this article from BetterPhoto Instructor Insights this morning. Chimping Nonsense and Digital Cameras!     Dan Dooley Photography

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Shooting Under Water Part 2

Some time back I wrote that we had just ordered a new compact camera for my wife to use and for both of us to use as an underwater or water activity camera when installed in the accompanying waterproof housing.  … Continue reading

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A Web Site is a Better Platform for Photo Albums – Part Two

I have hundreds of photographs stored on my computer system.  These are photos from vacation trips and quite a few photographic outings over the last several years.  Not only images shot in digital but a good number of photos which … Continue reading

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A Web Site is a Better Platform for Photo Albums–Part One

One of the challenges to the enjoyment of making photographs is how to share them with others.  I remember my mom printing descriptive text on the back of some of the black and white photos she made of my sisters … Continue reading

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Heavy Cameras Putting a Strain on Straps?

Recently a friend added a Canon 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM lens to his photo equipment kit.  Using the lens on the camera body revealed to him, as it does quickly to all of us, that it is heavy and … Continue reading

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Careful, that lens is breakable

I did it.  Not something I ever wanted to do but it can happen to all of us.  Just when we think that we’re responsible and careful, look out.  Accidents happen.  I know, it’s carelessness and it certainly was in … Continue reading

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