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Sep 13

2015

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Behind the shot

Behind the shot: Mills Lake flowers

Behind the shot: Mills Lake flowers

I don’t often do a lot of blending in PS (Photoshop) of my photographs, but when I was out recently in Rocky Mountain National Park I knew I would need to.

My goal in shooting this stream (shortly before sunrise) was to have both milky smooth water and sharp flowers. Since the former requires a longer exposure, the flowers are unlikely to stay perfectly still. Even on a very calm morning (which it was), the flow of the water itself would create a little breeze. →

Sep 07

2015

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Portfolio

One year in Colorado

One year in Colorado

August wrapped our most recent year in Colorado. We had lived there for the better part of a decade before moving to the Palouse for three years and then had the opportunity (read: wife’s job) to go back to Fort Collins for one year. Given that it was only one year, I knew I better get after it and the make the most of our time in the state.

While there is a lifetime worth of exploring in Colorado, I’m proud to say we made the most of our limited time there.  In no particular order, here are a baker’s dozen of my favorite shots of the year. →

Apr 10

2015

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Behind the shot

Behind the shot: Full moon over RMNP panoramic

Behind the shot: Full moon over RMNP panoramic

Originally posted on Facebook.

The below photograph was taken recently up in Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s a 10 shot panoramic at dawn as the moon was setting. While I don’t do a lot of panos I thought I’d post my process in case it gives others any ideas; if you have questions or additional ideas, please share as well!

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Apr 07

2015

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Random

Proving it’s not the camera

Proving it’s not the camera

People often see the “professional” camera (i.e. large DSLR body) and assume that’s what creates great photos. Indeed, a good sensor, optics, and so on certainly helps, but it does nothing for the idea captured or the composition. →

Jan 16

2015

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Events

Photos at Wild Boar

Photos at Wild Boar

I have a selection of images from my Palouse collection (printed on metal) on display at Wild Boar in Fort Collins through the end of the month.  If you’re in the area, check them out, have a coffee (or beer), and grab some food.  Thanks to the Wild Boar community art program for selecting my work for the month of January. →