Dan and I both saw this sign from the freeway near Winslow, Az. There were no mountain lions. Just some not so old ruins…..
Driving back to phoenix tonight. I decided to drive from Winslow to Phoenix through Payson. The canyon from Payson to Phoenix is beautiful. My expectations where pretty high. The anxiety that is a constant in my life was increasing as I watched the sun drop in the west. I really wanted to stop at a few favorites spots and get that “late day” shot. I was losing the race with the sun. My luck took control. A beautiful hawk was hunting along the roadside. He would sit atop the cactus for a few minutes then move down the road and land. He did this several times. What a beauty!!!!!!!
Kelly is sick. I am covering for him tonight and tomorrow in Arizona. I had to stop just before the sun went down and get some spring in Arizona photographs…….
What a week! This photo was the last photo of the last night of the last day at DLWS. Memories and notes to last a lifetime.
Last night of the last day of DLWS. Picture-esqe views everywhere. In the old days we called them “Kodak Moments”. This shot in particular intrigued me. I saw potential for black and white, color, and Topaz filters. So……
I love this Topaz filter that is called “buz zim”. I really don’t want to insult any painters. But this is the closest I will ever get to painting.
Black and white always adds some neat contrast to scenic shots. It stands on it’s own. I really like it.
I just could not resist. A combo black and white and color. Erased the black and white layer to the color layer on the road at about 34% opacity. Then dropped the opacity of whole black and white layer to the color layer by about 20% letting a slight hue come through the black and white layer. It definitely is a personal thing but I kind like it.
I was asked recently – “what did we do without cell phones?”. I remember.
Expectations were high but realistic. Xanax, paxil, zoloft and drugs for depression, anxiety and panic wasn’t invented yet.
Home was a sanctuary not a second office with 24-7 hours.
There were no awkward moments in meetings, theatres, the ballet and symphony when a cell phone rings out.
Weekends were like holidays.
Holidays were like holidays.
Conversations were made in person or on the phone. Text was what was placed on documents.
Naked pictures of teenagers were not passed around like baseball cards.
Uninterrupted conversations with those you love.
People looked at each other on busses and trains.
People were never seen walking around talking to themselves loud enough for all to hear.
“love ya” was a term of endearment not just that last thing said multiple times a day to end a call.
Phone numbers were remembered.
Names were remembered.
Communication in general was better.
There was more care and detail when planning events , trips, excursions, etc.
Fewer batteries
No dropped calls
Fewer cables, and car chargers.
Fewer accidents caused by driver distractions.
Fewer votes electronically
I miss those days. I miss leaving my work and focusing on my life.
All I can say is this world is beautiful! And I was fortunate to be there for this shot. Luck strikes again!
The week started with a Bang! I was fortunate to spend time with the greatest photographers in the world. They filled the attendees with knowledge, passion and energy. It really was incredible to stand with great photographers that each have their own legacy. Varied as that may be they are all close friends. I have come away with a headache from the information that was packed in such a short period. New ideas, suggestions and processes. WOW. From there I jumped to the fire. It’s all crazy around here. Hope to keep my sanity!
I’m in Moab, Utah for a few days of intense photographic learning with a few of the world’s top photographers. Can’t wait to get started today. Though the next few days will be 18 hour days sleep will not even be on my mind….
Picture yourself at the seaside villages of Maine, the skyscraper of NYC, the base of the Golden Gate or in Santa Fe’s historic prison, these are just some of what our 2009-10 schedule brings you! Best of all, put yourself in this picture along with your new friends and the staff of DLWS right beside you capturing the moment to share latter on in all the photographs. That’s what every day, every shoot at a Digital Landscape Workshop Series event, is all about, chasing light in nature’s classroom! DLWS is all about exploring and developing YOUR vision, improving YOUR images and nurturing YOUR passion for photography.
Your instructors, Moose Peterson, Joe McNally, Laurie Excell and Kevin Dobler along with the rest the DLWS staff are all working photographers whose images span the globe. Their talents, skills and passion have earned them the recognition as Nikon Legends behind the Lens. But more importantly, especially to you, they are passionate about sharing their knowledge with YOU. Together we explore the world of digital photography behind the camera and in front of the computer. There is NO other digital photography educational or entertainment experiences like this where a vacation is needed AFTER the event!
The entire, exhausting and exhilarating time, you are with Moose, Joe, Laurie and Kevin. They are by your side to help YOU with your photography. Sunrise and sunset finds us all shooting in some of the most amazing and romantic locales in North America. During the harsh light hours of noon, we’re in one of the most modern portable digital classroom, refining and finishing our photographs.
The landscape of digital photography is a vast one, stretching beyond where the eye and imagination can reach. This exciting photographic medium has opened the doors to a whole new world of communicating, permitting us to chase light like never before. While some elements of photography never change, others change on a daily basis. Are you making the most of this brave new world?
Join us at DLWS, Where Passion Fills every Pixel!
2010 DLWS Dates & Locations
- 26-29 Sept, 2010 – Mt Washington Vly, NH - FULL
- 10-13 Oct, 2010 – Freeport, ME - FULL
- 07-10 Nov, 2010 – Bozeman, MT -FULL
2011 DLWS Dates & Locations
Oh, it’s happening, oh it’s very special and right now it’s being done by special invite only. You must head to the www.moosepeterson.com/blog site and search to find out the info. Nope, we’re not making it easy, we want those who really want to join us.
DLWS Partners
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