2016 « Arthur Morris/BIRDS AS ART

Roofie!

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On Thursday, June 9–our second day off between IPTs–Denise Ippolito and back-to-back IPT-er Gary McDavid both opted to sleep in. Unable to sleep, I headed out at about 4am. Though there was no sunrise color I had a great morning photographing a traditional afternoon barn in pre-dawn light and then finding the barn […]

Lots of Lessons, Lots of Questions

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After some very early Thursday morning in-the-field frustration–story to follow at some point–it is a howler, I kissed the last few IPT folks goodbye and then slept and rested for a good part of the day. Gary McDavid, a kindly eager to learn gent who signed up for both IPTs, is heading north […]

Exposing to the Right: what would you do with this perfectly exposed but very boring RAW file?

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I started this blog post on the way back to the IPT hotel after an amazing sunset on Steptoe Butte, a sunset that seemingly materialized out of thin air.

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I finished this blog post on Tuesday afternoon. Today, on our last IPT morning, we had an amazing session at […]

A Funny Story about the Horrific, Abominable Blue Door--Photoshop Lesson: Getting the Gray Out

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On Day 4 of the first Palouse IPT we had a great morning exploring a variety of situations. Images soon.

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Disparage Some Gear If You Wish... Elizabeth MacSwan: Stupendous Student Image Capture

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Me, at about 35,000 feet on my flight to Denver. I did most of the work on this blog post while offline in seat 23A at the back of the plane. Even 9- weeks post-surgery a seat close to the lavatory is a good plan… After a while I relented and plunked down […]

Lots of Moaning and Groaning... Followed by Smiles

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I worked on this blog post after the DAY 2 image review/photo session of the first Palouse IPT.

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Dr. Morris vs. Joel Eade Reddish Egret Revelations... And Why Stand?

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I am putting the finishing touches on this blog post on the late afternoon of Friday June 3. The first IPT group is great and we had a wonderful, wonderful day that started with a very early sunrise.

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A Contrast in Styles...

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Denise Ippolito and I enjoyed a fine cloudy morning of scouting in the Palouse Region of Eastern Washington state. We came up with two great finds. It is just after 1:30pm on Thursday June 2 and I am looking forward to a nice nap. We meet the first Palouse IPT group tonight at […]

Last Second Notice...

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If you live in Washington, Oregon, or Idaho, and would like to join the Palouse IPT that begins tomorrow–the meet and greet is tonight, Thursday June 2, please first try me on my cell phone at 863-221-2372 and follow that up with an e-mail if I do not pick up. With sone last […]

Palouse Gear Bag, With Some Surprise Omissions...

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As noted below, Wednesday, June 1, 2016 was a travel day, MCO to GEG. And then on to Pullman, WA.

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Dueling Reddish Egret Images: Dr. Morris vs. Joel Eade

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Tuesday was a looking for stuff and packing day. I am finishing up this blog post just before 6pm. Had time for a great swim; ice bath soon, the last one till I get back home on June 15th. I fly to Spokane, WA tomorrow for the Palouse IPT that I am co-leading […]

Can a Dozen Fish Equal a Mouthful?

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Monday was another of those rare-for-me lazy days of mostly rest and relaxation. And yet another relaxing swim. I am all ready for the Warriors OKC game tonight…

A Note On Selling Your Used Gear

Many folks write asking for help selling their gear while at the same time mentioning pie in the […]

My Turn...

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It’s Monday morning, but without Jim here, it feels like a Sunday.

This Just In!

Despite a typo or two on my part, since corrected, all three camera bodies sold within 3 1/2 hours on Monday afternoon. Folks ask what’s the best way to sell this or that? Price it to sell […]

Flight Photography With a Deadly Weapon...

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Private client Joel Eade and I had a superb afternnon on Saturday. Much to our delight, the diving terns and pelicans cooperated fantastically. Joel’s wife Debby made it out to the beach to enjoy the terrific weather. After we wrapped things up, we drove the short distance to Good Times Continental Restaurant, probably […]

Too Much Fun: Sunshine Skyway Dive and Klepto-parasitic Laughing Gulls

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I met private client Joel Eade very early on Saturday morning. I regaled him with tales of Friday afternoon. I could not have asked for a happier camper. We had a great morning with a very few birds that included a pair of tame Wilson’s Plovers, two late Marbled Godwits, a dancing Reddish […]

Individual Birds in Flight at 1200mm? Not Possible! Or is it with the 1DX Mark II?

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It is way early on Friday morning, May 27. I am working on Saturday’s blog post as I head over to St. Pete today to meet private client and blog regular Joel Eade for a full day on Saturday. That will give me busman’s holiday sessions on Friday afternoon and Sunday morning.

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A New Bright Sunny Day Creative Technique: Glamour Glow Without the Glamour? And a Multiple Choice Quiz

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My 2015 taxes are done and on their way to the accountant! I came up with a new method for preparing my end of the work last year when I got audited for 2014; it puts nearly all of the responsibility on me and almost none on daughter Jennifer. My return will be […]

A Lightweight Hand Holdable 150-600 Zoom Lens for Under $1,000? It Can't Be...

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I am thisclose to finishing my 2015 taxes. I will have them on the way to Chip Jackson tomorrow for sure. I enjoyed another wonderful 30 lap swim (22 laps is a half mile). My ice bath was very chilly. Not sure why but I have lost a solid five pounds in the […]

100-400II/5DS R Flight: 2X3 or Pano Crop? Your Call

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I am just about finished with my 2015 taxes awaiting a only return e-mail from my accountant on a wages question. I enjoyed my longest swim in many months and am heading for an ice bath in a very few minutes.

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Announcing the New BIRDS AS ART Online Store. Airing Old BAA Online Store Dirty Laundry. And finally, extensive photos of the notorious Pribs pants!

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I got lots done on Monday but am not quite sure exactly what I did. Had a great swim and am planning on another ice bath. As has been usual lately, I started and finished this blog post. It took close to four hours in all…

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