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Photography

Day 268-269: The Longest Panoramic Photo

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I love my job, really I do. Everyday is different, every day someone brings in new challenges and a project they envision and we make come to life. Where do I work? At a pro photography color lab, specifically Hamilton Color Lab in Omaha Nebraska. We can print just about any photography, just check out this 243″ panoramic print of the country of Jordan for Amoura Productions.

It was printed on a EPSON Stylus® Pro 9600 printer then took two people to laminate, all in one shot, with no splicing. Stay tuned later for the full story on how this came about on the Hamilton Facebook page.

Hamilton Color Lab, laminating a 243" panoramic print
Hamilton Color Lab, laminating a 243" panoramic print
Bill trimming the prints, a little bit stressful as you only get one shot, no redo's
Bill trimming the prints, a little bit stressful as you only get one shot, no redo's

Post Production, Wedding Photography (Days 251-253)

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One of the wonderful things about digital photography is the endless creative projects that can be created with wedding photography. While working at Hamilton Color Lab I have had the privilege of viewing some amazing photography and learning various styles of post production techniques.

These following photos were taken by Andy McDonald of Mirror Images Photography, but I’m including them in my 365 project because I did the post production. These were printed at the lab on Fuji Crystal Lustre Professional+ paper and mounted to paramount for open house/reception that took place three weeks after we moved. More on that later.

Wedding cake composite, used a color overlay, sepia at 30% to warm the images
Wedding cake composite, used a color overlay, sepia at 30% to warm the images. This is my favorite series of images form the wedding.
Family Wedding Picture, Black and White
Andy did the initial "chocolate" black and white to this image, I just created the faded background border.
Photoshop, post production Andy McDonald, Mirror Images Photography
Photoshop, post production Andy McDonald, Mirror Images Photography

Day, “Who Knows What”, of My 365 Project???

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Ok, I’m officially lost. I took pictures throughout my absence from this project, but for the life of me I’m sure I can’t figure out what number is which. All I know is I should be on Day 329 and I left off on Day 243 with a few in between thrown in for good measure.  That means I’m 86 days behind. Which in reality I’m not going to be able to make up. So I’m going to post my photos in groups and maybe number them.

Enjoy catching up with my life the past few months.

Here are a few snapshots of August.

Welcome Home sign greeted me on my return from Connecticut
Welcome Home!
Cass County Fair, Nebraska
Cattle in all the Colors of the rainbow at the Cass County Fair, Weeping Water Nebraska.
Pig Dog at the Fair, Super Friendly pig, loved him
Super friendly pig at the Cass County Fair, Nebraska. He acted just like a dog and loved the attention, even rolled onto his back and woofed like a dog.
Cass County Fair, Nebraska
Midway at night, Cass County Fair, Weeping Water, Nebraska

Now I’m four less behind, how many more left to go? I’m trying…but might not make it.

Day 238/365: Last Day on Block Island

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Sachem Pond, Block Island
Sachem Pond, Block Island

My last Block Island post, sad and reflective at the same time. Was the trip what I expected? Yes. Do I wish I had more time to sit and relax? Yes. Will I be back? Yes. Block Island is a mixture of personalities, the wild untamed Mohegan Cliffs to the calm water on Sachem Pond. It’s invigorating and calming at the same time.

I ate amazing food, took a moped around the island and found out that yes, mopeds can go 50 mph, laid in the sun and did absolutely nothing. There is nothing like salt air and open skies to cleanse the mind and rejuvenate the spirit.

Narragansett Inn
Narragansett Inn

When I return, and I will return, I will head back to the Narragansett Inn. It was the perfect place to stay on a perfect island.

Day 235/365: Crescent Beach on Block Island

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My Favorite Place on Earth

If someone asked me where my favorite place on earth would be I would say Block Island. This tiny strip of earth is located 12 miles off shore of Rhode Island and is only accessible by ferry from Point Judith or Old Saybrook. I believe there is another ferry launch area, but we always left from Rhode Island, even though I lived in East Hartford. I started going to Block Island when I was in high school and during the 1980’s we walked off the boat and parked our beach blankets on the sands of Crescent Beach.

Crescent Beach, Block Island RI
Crescent Beach, Block Island RI

Crescent Beach is the most popular beach on Block Island, it’s within easy walking distance from the Ferry Docks, has a full service beach house complete with showers, bathrooms, and a wonderful concessions to eat lunch. Block Island is an oasis in New England. The soft white sands are a contrast to the rocky pebbly beaches of Connecticut and the water is sparkling blue.

Personalized Block Island Beach Towel

Much of this is due to being twelve miles off shore and away from the sheltered waterways of Long Island Sound which tend to “trap” pollution, debris and make the beaches a little foamy and dirtier. Block Island reminds me of the Caribbean, a little slice of heaven.

Relaxing at the beach
Relaxing at the beach

Information About Block Island

A Long Paddle and a Celebration of Clean Water

The longest paddle of the season, the 10th annual Block challenge, is scheduled for August 29, when paddlers will take off from Montauk Point and paddle 18 miles through Block Island Sound to Block Island. Nearly 70 paddlers competed in Saturday’s …

Bluffs of Block Island, Superstorm Sandy Research | Rhode …

Bluffs of Block Island, Superstorm Sandy Research. Willimantic, Conn. – When Superstorm Sandy made landfall in the Northeast on Oct. 29, 2012, it left in its wake extensive erosion along the coast of Block Island, RI.

Block Island Vacation Rental House – Vacation Rentals

Block Island Vacation Rental House. Rhode Island vacation rentals. Lynn’ s Way is a large Block Island Vacation House: Great for family vacations, weddings, reunions, events and parties. Spacious and comfortable, Gourmet kitchen, large …

The Roundtable.: A Block Island Photo Album

Apropos of nothing, we offer a tidy little Block Island photo album, images taken just 24 hours apart showing the quick-change nature of our New England climate. Photos by Lars Trodson. It was quiet on the island on the night …

Dog Friendly Block Island, RI – Block Island Family Vacation

Joining the lucky dogs of dog friendly Block Island? Bringing your best friend on vacation is what makes it a vacation. Block Island is a haven for dogs. A vast majority of islanders have dogs. If you happen to see a dog without an owner …

Block Island House Rental: Block Island Waterfront

Block Island Waterfront. Rhode Island vacation rentals. Charming four bedroom home overlooking Cormorant Cove on picturesque Block Island. Very private location, surrounded by conservation land. Excellent condition including all up- to- …

Summer Internship Position Available | The Block Island …

Would you love to work outdoors on Block Island this summer? Spend your time on, in and around the water and its marine life? If so, you definitely need to be our intern. Please read the job responsibilities and requirements …