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Yesterday was a fairly relaxing day. I packed one of my two checked bags and my gear bag; details on the latter in tomorrow’s blog post. I still have to to pack my second checked bag, my Think Tank Urban Disguise laptop bag, and my Xtrahand vest but I have lots of time as my flight to Islip is at 3:00pm this afternoon. After two days of rest and some stretching my right shoulder is feeling a lot better. As am I. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

This blog post took about an hour to assemble. It was published just before 6:00am on Monday, August 10 from my home in Indian Lake Estates, FL. <\/p>\n

2nd Chance Challenges…<\/h3>\n

At times–after a while–folks start to take the blog for granted and get a bit lazy. Sure, most read it every day, but with a few specific posts folks lately have not been that interested in answering my questions by leaving a comment. The purpose of the blog it to get you to think and therefore to have everyone learn. In today’s blog post I will re-post two images, each with a previously ignored question. I challenge each of you to come up with a good answer. An interactive blog is a better blog…. <\/p>\n\n\n
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Important Exposure Question<\/h3>\n

In the “Dealing With Those Hard to See Eyes…” blog post here<\/a>, I posted the animated GIF above and the question below. The answer to the questions reveals an important exposure principle, one that all good photographers should have completely mastered. I know from experience that few have done that. Do take a crack at it. I will be posting the answer and the explanation soon. <\/p>\n

High Level Exposure Question<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Why are the irises of Razorbills underexposed by about 1 1\/2 stops in a properly exposed RAW file? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Slightly Less Important Image Design Question<\/h3>\n

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Do you like the little black triangle in the lower left corner? Why or why not? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Subject and focal lengths from upper left to right and then around to center. <\/p>\n

Palouse Falls: 11mm; homemade kiddie race car: 105mm; barn siding pan blur: 798mm; Rolling fields diorama: 110mm; Crayola drums: 343 mm; Hay barn interior: 19mm; vintage gas station: 40mm; Dilapidated farm building: 13mm; Denise’s tree Infrared: 20mm. <\/p>\n

Images and card design by Arthur Morris\/BIRDS AS ART.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

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The Palouse ~ A Creative Adventure\/BIRDS AS ART Instructional Photo-Tour (IPT)\/Eastern Washington State. June 3-7, 2016\/5 Full Days: $1699\/Limit 12<\/h2>\n

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The Palouse IPTs<\/h3>\n

Rolling farmlands provide a magical patchwork of textures and colors, especially when viewed from the top of Steptoe Butte where we will likely enjoy spectacular sunrises and possibly a nice sunset. We will photograph grand landscapes and mini-scenics of the rolling hills and farm fields. We will take you to some really neat old abandoned barns and farmhouses in idyllic settings. There is no better way to improve your compositional and image design skills and to develop your creativity than to join us for this trip. Two great leaders: Denise Ippolito and Arthur Morris. Photoshop and image sharing sessions when we have the time and energy…. We get up early and stay out late and the days are long.<\/p>\n

After 6 days of back-breaking scouting work in early June 2014 we found all of the iconic locations and, in addition, lots of spectacular new old barns and breath-taking landforms and views. On three additional scouting days in 2015 we discovered several more truly amazing locations. We will teach you what makes one situation prime and another seemingly similar one a waste of your time. <\/p>\n

What’s included: In-the-field instruction, guidance, lessons, and inspiration, our newfound but very extensive knowledge of the area, all lunches, motel lobby grab and go breakfasts, and Photoshop and image sharing sessions when possible. There will be a meet and greet at 7:30pm on the evening before each workshop begins. <\/p>\n

You will learn and hone both basic and advanced compositional and image design skills. You will learn to get the right exposure every time. You will learn to develop your creative eye. You will learn the basics of HDR (high dynamic range) photography. You will learn a variety of in-camera creative techniques. Most importantly you will learn to see the situation and to create a variety of top-notch images. Do see both of our blogs for lots more on that in the coming weeks. You will learn how the quality and direction of light combine to determine the success of your images. And–please don’t gasp–we will be working quite a bit with sidelight when creating landscapes. Lastly, we will be doing some infrared photography. <\/p>\n

To Sign Up<\/h3>\n

A non-refundable $699 deposit is due now. The balance will be due on February 15, 2016. If we do not receive your check for the balance on or before the due date we will try to fill your spot from the waiting list. Whether or not your spot is filled, you will lose your deposit. If not, you can secure your spot by paying your balance.<\/p>\n

With the spectacular success that we enjoyed in 2015 it seems quite likely that this one will fill up very quickly. Please let me know via e-mail<\/a><\/center> that you will be joining us. Then you can either call Jim or Jennifer at 863-692-0906 during business hours or send us a check to leave a deposit; the latter is preferred. If by check, please make out to “Arthur Morris” and mail it to: Arthur Morris\/BIRDS AS ART, PO Box 7245, Indian Lake Estates, FL, 33855. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via e-mail: artie<\/a><\/center> or denise<\/a><\/center>.<\/p>\n

Travel Insurance Services<\/a> offers a variety of plans and options. Included with the Elite Option or available as an upgrade to the Basic & Plus Options. You can also purchase Cancel for Any Reason Coverage that expands the list of reasons for your canceling to include things such as sudden work or family obligation and even a simple change of mind. You can learn more here: Travel Insurance Services. Do note that many plans require that you purchase your travel insurance within 14 days of our cashing your deposit check. Whenever purchasing travel insurance be sure to read the fine print carefully even when dealing with reputable firms like TSI.<\/p>\n

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