Category Archives: Photography

Inside the thistle

Posted on 2012/07/22 by birds n' bugs

I already posted one image for the Inside challenge but, I think this one might qualify as well.  Instead of what is naturally inside, these are bugs which work their way inside thistles.  The bee is obvious, the brown bug … Continue reading →

Posted in Bug, Photography, Wildflower | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Weekly Photo Challenge: Inside

Posted on 2012/07/20 by birds n' bugs

This picture was taken in Fredericksburg VA. It’s an old town and this shot was down a service corridor which opened into entrances to apartments subdivided from the large old building.

Posted in Photography, Scenic, Wordpress Photo Challenge | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: Dreaming

Posted on 2012/07/17 by birds n' bugs

This weeks topic is dreaming and the request was for long exposures.  But, I find rainy days the time for contemplation and daydreaming. This one was taken through a rainy kitchen window while visiting in Ireland. The soft focus here … Continue reading →

Posted in Photography | Tagged , | 3 Comments

Nikon P7100 Picture Controls -Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Mono

Posted on 2012/07/15 by birds n' bugs

The Nikon P7100 offers 4 picture modes which deal with how the jpeg image will be stored.  The default position is Standard and the manual recommends Neutral if you plan to process raw files.  Vivid makes the colors more intense … Continue reading →

Posted in Camera Gear, Photography | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Weekly Photo Challenge – Movement II

Posted on 2012/07/09 by birds n' bugs

I already entered this challenge when it was announced using a picture which showed movement through blur.  But, you can also show a picture of movement by showing objects which logically are in motion yet, the captured moment shows them … Continue reading →

Posted in Other Animals, Photography, Rodeo, Wordpress Photo Challenge | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

Weekly Photo Challenge: Movement

Posted on 2012/07/06 by birds n' bugs

This one was completely serendipity in action.  I had arrived at an Eagles Nest where I wanted to take pictures of the two young in the nest.  My camera was handy but, set up for some still shots I had … Continue reading →

Posted in animal behavior, Bird, Photography, Wordpress Photo Challenge | Tagged , , , | 9 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: Fleeting Moment

Posted on 2012/07/04 by birds n' bugs

Fleeting moment did you say?  Well, here is part of a fleet of racing sailboats on Charlotte Harbor in Punta Gorda FL.  They are converging on a mark and it’s a close race.  There is another fleeting moment in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Bird, Photography, Wordpress Photo Challenge | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program Calendars

Posted on 2012/07/01 by birds n' bugs

For those of you who have been taking photos in the Peace and Myakka River watersheds, it’s time again to send three of your best to the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary Program Calendar contest.  The entries are due by July 14th.   … Continue reading →

Posted in animal behavior, Bird, Photography | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Killdeer – Charadrius vociferus

Posted on 2012/06/29 by birds n' bugs

The Killdeer – Charadrius vociferus is a small plover that makes it’s nest on the ground.  It is an attractive little bird that I can find near ponds and meadows pretty easily.     If they happen to be nesting and you get … Continue reading →

Posted in animal behavior, Bird, Photography | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Weekly Photo Challenge: Create

Posted on 2012/06/28 by birds n' bugs

WordPress offers this photo challenge so, I thought I’d see how it goes.  There is a theme given each week and you are invited to enter a photo related to it.  So, here is a friend of mine creating a … Continue reading →

Posted in Photography, Wordpress Photo Challenge | Tagged | Leave a comment