CMDPHOTOS: Blog https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog en-us (C) CMDPHOTOS [email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:33:00 GMT Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:33:00 GMT https://www.cmdphotos.com/img/s/v-12/u857428778-o989868850-50.jpg CMDPHOTOS: Blog https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog 96 120 Carnivore 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/7/carnivore-2 Beauty from both sides.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-25 carnivore 2 cmdphotos ©2025 flowers nc botanical gardens plant sarracenia purpurea zenfolio softens my sharp images https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/7/carnivore-2 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 05:08:39 GMT
Carnivore https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/7/carnivore Loved this angle and the stems behind gave it a more design feel.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-25 carnivore cmdphotos ©2025 flowers fly trap nature nc botanical gardens zenfolio softens my sharp pictures https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/7/carnivore Sun, 13 Jul 2025 09:35:09 GMT
Happy 4th of July https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/7/happy-4th-of-july Red, White and Blue. Happy 4th of July to all my Clients, Family, Friends and Students!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-25 cary fireworks cmdphotos ©2025 fireworks happy 4th of july independence day lake https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/7/happy-4th-of-july Fri, 04 Jul 2025 09:41:34 GMT
Hangin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/7/hangin Next several photos will be more on the artistic side.

HanginHangin

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-25 artistic bug butterfly butterfly house cmdphotos © 2025 flowers hangin images insect life and science museum nature plant Zenfolio SOFTENS my sharp images https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/7/hangin Thu, 03 Jul 2025 09:44:36 GMT
Lucky Strike https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/lucky-strike Nice chilly evening before Christmas. 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) bxw cmdphotos ©2025 downtown durham iphone 16 pro max lucky strike mellow mushroom nc night water tower winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/lucky-strike Fri, 27 Jun 2025 07:45:59 GMT
What to be of the Honey Bee https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/what-to-be-of-the-honey-bee Honey Bees are close to being an endangered species. Years ago I wouldn't take many pictures in general of Honey Bees. They were prevalent and mostly what you saw. Today, we mostly see Carpenter bees. For some, taking pictures of carpenter bees is a bit boring. Similarly,  shooting pictures of squirrels is also a bit boring. This is mainly due to the fact we see many of these everyday. People in New York City probably don't take many pictures of rats or pigeons because they can see them every day. Now, when I get an opportunity to take a picture of a Honey Bee, I take it. I've actually been trying to get a good picture of these flowers for a while. They are not the easiest flower to shoot. While I was trying, my other subject appeared.

What to Be of the Honey BeeWhat to Be of the Honey Bee

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-25 bee cmdphotos ©2025 endangered flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants pollination what to be of the honey bee zenfolio softens my sharp pics https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/what-to-be-of-the-honey-bee Mon, 23 Jun 2025 07:29:03 GMT
Blue Bird https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/blue-bird I liked the way the limbs broke up the picture.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2025 © cmdphotos 6-25 birds blue bird flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants trees zenfolio softens picture https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/blue-bird Thu, 19 Jun 2025 07:44:32 GMT
Butterfly Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/butterfly-silhouette I think it offers a different perspective.

Butterfly SilhouetteButterfly Silhouette

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-25 bugs butterfly butterfly silhouette cmdphotos ©2025 flowers insects leaf life and science museum nature perspective plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/butterfly-silhouette Sat, 14 Jun 2025 07:38:22 GMT
Purple Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/purple-design Just as pretty at this angle.

Purple DesignPurple Design

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-25 butterfly cmdphotos ©2025 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants purple design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/purple-design Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:04:22 GMT
Dining Out https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/dining-out Okay, come on....don't you want one?

Dining OutDining Out

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-25 animal cmdphotos ©2025 dining out leaves lemur madagascar animal prosimian https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/dining-out Sat, 07 Jun 2025 07:58:26 GMT
Butterfly Food https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/butterfly-food I'm sure this flower is a favorite to Butterflies. Their proboscis can reach way down the tube of the flower picking up nectar on the way. 

Butterfly FoodButterfly Food

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-25 bugs butterfly butterfly food cmdphotos ©2025 flowers insect life and science museum nature pollination proboscis https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/6/butterfly-food Wed, 04 Jun 2025 07:30:05 GMT
Dark-eyed Junco https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/dark-eyed-junco Grrr...  Excuse me! Mind Your Own Business - I'm trying to have some privacy here! Okay, maybe you can come up with a better one then.

Dark-eyed Junco Grrr...Dark-eyed Junco Grrr...

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-25 animals birds cmdphotos ©2025 dark-eyed junco nature nc botanical gardens trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/dark-eyed-junco Fri, 30 May 2025 06:16:35 GMT
Butterfly Bed https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/butterfly-bed They just float on a bend of the leaf.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-25 bugs butterfly butterfly bed cmdphotos ©2025 flowers insects leaf life and science museum nature plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/butterfly-bed Mon, 26 May 2025 08:11:05 GMT
Ceremonial Dressing https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/ceremonial-dressing An interesting flower. For some reason it just makes me think of a headdress from a tropical or Asian land.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-25 ceremonial dressing cmdphotos ©2025 flower nature nc botanical gardens plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/ceremonial-dressing Wed, 21 May 2025 08:57:45 GMT
Abys https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/abys A butterfly point of view.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1000 5-25 abys butterfly cmdphotos ©2025 flowers iso leaf life and science museum https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/abys Mon, 12 May 2025 07:28:50 GMT
Lamp Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/lamp-light Just love this kind of stuff, shapes within shapes.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ©2025" 5-25 cmdphotos lamp light lighting positive and negative space shapes window https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/5/lamp-light Fri, 09 May 2025 06:28:03 GMT
Male Winter Cardinal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/male-winter-cardinal Still beautiful even with his winter colors.

Male Winter CardinalMale Winter Cardinal

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-25 birds cmdphotos ©2025 male winter cardinal nc botanical gardens trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/male-winter-cardinal Sun, 27 Apr 2025 08:18:24 GMT
Son Rise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/son-rise I just want to wish y'all a Happy Easter!

Son Rise 2025Son Rise 2025

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-25 beach birds cmdphotos © 2025 dawn day break easter ocean rio hato panama beach son rise sunrise waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/son-rise Sun, 20 Apr 2025 09:02:22 GMT
The Art of Lighting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/the-art-of-lighting This is just an amazing lighting sculpture that wasn't made with Computer AI or LED bulbs.

The Art of LightingThe Art of Lighting

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-25 cmdphotos ©2025 design electric flamingo hotel las vegas light bulbs the art of lighting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/the-art-of-lighting Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:26:29 GMT
Flamingo Down https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/flamingo-down It almost looks like he is ducking down to be in the picture. I really like the positive and negative space towards the center of the bird.

Flamingo DownFlamingo Down

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-25 animals asheboro zoo bird cmdphotos ©2025 flamingo down nature nc zoo zoo" https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/flamingo-down Sun, 13 Apr 2025 10:28:25 GMT
Twofer https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/twofer I guess I could have called it "Going Up and Down". LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-25 animals birds cmdphotos ©2025 flowers nature nc botanical gardens trees twofer up and down https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/twofer Mon, 07 Apr 2025 06:43:47 GMT
Pansies https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/pansies Okay, it's probably just me or maybe it's the time of year, but I can't help seeing a white bunny rabbit and maybe the back of a yellow chick in the center of the flower. LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-25 CMDPHOTOS ©2025 Flowers Nature NC Botanical Gardens Pansies Plants Rabbit and the Chick https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/4/pansies Thu, 03 Apr 2025 08:55:07 GMT
Lesser Goldfinch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/lesser-goldfinch Not an easy shot to get due to lighting, but I wanted to emphasize the yellow glow around the bird's face. Very unhappy with Zenfolio! I seriously do not recommend them! This picture is actually clear and sharp, but when transferred into Zenfolio the picture is blurred and displayed at 200%. That's 100% larger than the picture should be displayed. While I'm at it, the pictures don't even resize based on window.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-25 birds cmdphotos ©2025 lesser goldfinch natural light nature nc botanical gardens trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/lesser-goldfinch Wed, 26 Mar 2025 08:37:04 GMT
Brilliant Bloodroot https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/brilliant-bloodroot There was just enough light to illuminate the white flowers, but not so much the ground.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-25 brilliant bloodroot cmdphotos ©2025 flowers light nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/brilliant-bloodroot Sat, 22 Mar 2025 10:54:14 GMT
Hangin Downy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/hangin-downy Yo...Hang in there Baby! Yes, the Downy was hangin on to the bottom of the limb.

Hangin DownyHangin Downy

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-25 animals birds cmdphotos ©2025 hangin downy hanging nature nc botanical gardens trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/hangin-downy Wed, 19 Mar 2025 07:30:29 GMT
Lenten Rose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/lenten-rose A late Winter early Spring beautiful but poisonous flower.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-25 cmdphotos ©2025 flowers lenten rose nature nc botanical gardens plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/lenten-rose Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:46:41 GMT
Butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/butterfly It's a nice combination.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-25 bugs butterfly cmdphotos ©2025 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens pollination https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/butterfly Wed, 12 Mar 2025 08:30:19 GMT
Carborro Cluster https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/carborro-cluster Normally, I've never liked this brush in Photoshop. However, I believe that this combination of brushes actually worked really well specifically for this subject.

Carborro ClusterCarborro Cluster

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-25 abstract artistic carborro cluster cmdphotos ©2025 energetic plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/3/carborro-cluster Mon, 03 Mar 2025 06:37:27 GMT
Golden Light Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/2/golden-light-rio-hato-panama I really like the optical illusion with the water in relation to the beach. After the area the bird is standing on there is a 2-3 foot drop off in the sand where the waves have eroded the beach. With the addition of compression using a 400mm lens, I created a wall of the waves. The morning light in Rio Hato creates this beautiful gold color. I included the top area of the wave in order to counter balance the gold sand at the bottom. Dark subject on a light background and Light subject on a dark background.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-25 beach birds cmdphotos © 2025 dawn golden light rio hato panama nature ocean rio hato panama beach sea sunrise water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/2/golden-light-rio-hato-panama Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:54:55 GMT
Full Spread https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/2/full-spread Nice colors on this Tiger Swallowtail.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-25 bugs butterfly cmdphotos ©2025 flowers full spread insects nature nc botanical gardens plants swallowtail tiger https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/2/full-spread Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:05:19 GMT
Happy Valentine's Day! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/2/happy-valentines-day Picture seemed appropriate for Valentine's week.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-25 bloom cmdphotos ©2025 happy valentine's day holiday nature nc plant rain rose water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/2/happy-valentines-day Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:23:05 GMT
Top 10% Photographer of the Year Internationally 2024 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/1/top-10-photographer-of-the-year-internationally-2024 Viewbug is an International Photographers website. Photographers from 41 countries submit photos to competitions on this website and display their work. I don't always post this honor, but it's been awhile. I was in the Top Rated 10% of Photographers Internationally.

Top 10% Viewbug 2024Top 10% Viewbug 2024 First, as mentioned this website is for photographers internationally. Top 10% Viewbug 2024Top 10% Viewbug 2024

Another important piece of information is that I do not enter their Photo Competitions. Viewbug typically selects and enters one of my photos into various competitions. In addition, I don't post many photos on this website. Apparently the average photographer posts over 260 photos per year.

Top 10% Viewbug 2024Top 10% Viewbug 2024

Finally, from those 25 posted photos, I received 28 total top ranks in Photo competitions. I also do not ask for votes in these competitions. Thanks for listening.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/1/top-10-photographer-of-the-year-internationally-2024 Thu, 09 Jan 2025 09:21:27 GMT
Mimosa in the Sand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/1/mimosa-in-the-sand Found this beautiful Mimosa flower just lying in the sand under it's tree.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos © 2024 flower iphone 12 pro max mimosa mimosa in the sand ocean plant thailand tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/1/mimosa-in-the-sand Sun, 05 Jan 2025 09:41:34 GMT
Happy New Year 2025!!! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/1/happy-new-year-2025 HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025 TO ALL MY Clients, Family, Students and Friends!  Short cartoon I did for fun.  I'm posting this little video I did again, because...well, I just like it! LOL!

Happy 2025! Hey, at least the guy saved his camera!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ©2025 2025 ball cartoon cmdphotos drop fun happy new photographer year https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2025/1/happy-new-year-2025 Wed, 01 Jan 2025 06:36:26 GMT
Dafy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/dafy It really rained hard that day.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-24 cmdphotos © 2024 dafy flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants rain https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/dafy Sun, 29 Dec 2024 10:20:03 GMT
MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HOLIDAYS 2024! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/merry-christmas-and-happy-holidays-2024 MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HOLIDAYS to all My Students, Clients, Family and Friends!

Merry Christmas 2024Merry Christmas 2024

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-24 abstract celebration cmdphotos ©2024 december happy holidays iphone 16 pro max merry christmas season https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/merry-christmas-and-happy-holidays-2024 Tue, 24 Dec 2024 09:47:52 GMT
Milan Canal Dusk https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/milan-canal-dusk I loved the way the colors popped at night.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-24 architecture buildings canal castle church cmdphotos © 2024 italy milan canal dusk milano restaurants sunset travel water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/milan-canal-dusk Sat, 21 Dec 2024 04:35:40 GMT
String https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/string I liked the way the flowers kind of weaved through the picture.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-24 bugs butterfly cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants string https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/string Wed, 18 Dec 2024 03:21:17 GMT
Pack of Posies https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/pack-of-posies Just a fun shot of some pretty flowers.

Pack of PosiesPack of Posies

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-24 cmdphotos © 2024 flowers huisache daisy (amblyoplepsis setigera) nature nc botanical gardens pack of posies plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/pack-of-posies Fri, 13 Dec 2024 08:41:49 GMT
Floating City https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/floating-city This was a really beautiful day.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-24 animals birds boats buildings cmdphotos © 2024 floating city island landscape people thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/floating-city Sun, 08 Dec 2024 09:26:14 GMT
Splash https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/splash The yellow really came out in the sun.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-24 bug cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insect nature nc botanical gardens plant splash https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/12/splash Wed, 04 Dec 2024 09:47:23 GMT
Happy Thanksgiving 2024 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/happy-thanksgiving-2024 Happy Thanksgiving to all my Family, Friends, Clients and students!

Happy Thanksgiving 2024Happy Thanksgiving 2024

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2024 food happy thanksgiving 2024 turkey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/happy-thanksgiving-2024 Thu, 28 Nov 2024 10:41:04 GMT
Bokeh Dragonfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/bokeh-dragonfly Angled the bright white area behind the Dragonfly to outline his dark body.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-24 bokeh dragonfly bugs cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/bokeh-dragonfly Tue, 19 Nov 2024 07:44:36 GMT
Fireworks https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/fireworks It is just such an interesting explosion of different shapes shooting out everywhere.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-24 cmdphotos ©2024 fireworks flower iphone 16 pro max nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/fireworks Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:39:31 GMT
One After the Other https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/one-after-the-other Cycle of Life.

One After the OtherOne After the Other

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-24 cmdphotos ©2024 flowers nature nc botanical gardens one after the other plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/one-after-the-other Sun, 10 Nov 2024 23:15:39 GMT
Butterfly and the Bee https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/butterfly-and-the-bee They seem to busy to notice each other.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-24 bugs butterfly butterfly and the bee cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/11/butterfly-and-the-bee Mon, 04 Nov 2024 08:21:09 GMT
Butterfly Slope https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/butterfly-slope I liked the way the flowers sloped down across the page, further dividing the two planes.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-24 bugs butterfly butterfly slope cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/butterfly-slope Fri, 25 Oct 2024 06:22:40 GMT
Rio Hato Panama Beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/rio-hato-panama-beach Remember your morning stroll?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-24 beach cmdphotos © 2024 morning ocean rio hato panama beach sea stroll sunrise waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/rio-hato-panama-beach Mon, 21 Oct 2024 01:32:46 GMT
Black Butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/black-butterfly Just don't see as many of these around.

Black ButterflyBlack Butterfly

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-24 black butterfly bugs cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/black-butterfly Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:49:41 GMT
Overview https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/overview This little guy was keeping her eye on me.

OverviewOverview

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-24 beach birds cmdphotos © 2024 nature ocean rio hato panama beach sunrise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/overview Sun, 13 Oct 2024 08:29:41 GMT
Orange Splash https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/orange-splash The Sun irradiated this orange Lilly.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-24 cmdphotos ©2024 flowers nature nc botanical gardens orange plants splash https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/orange-splash Thu, 10 Oct 2024 08:48:53 GMT
It's a Party! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/its-a-party Three subjects or one?

It''s a Party!It''s a Party!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-24 bugs butterflies cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects it's a party nature nc botanical gardens pollination https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/its-a-party Sat, 05 Oct 2024 08:14:21 GMT
Model Equipment Fun https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/model-equipment-fun Shot was for a class demonstration.

Model Equipment FunModel Equipment Fun

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12 cmdphotos ©2024 cortney rice moon series durham model model equipment fun nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/10/model-equipment-fun Wed, 02 Oct 2024 08:01:14 GMT
All in One https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/all-in-one This was shot in Thailand during the height of the Covid Pandemic. This main entry dock would normally be teaming with tourists.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 all in one boats buildings cmdphotos © 2024 dock king landscape ocean people sea thailand town https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/all-in-one Sun, 29 Sep 2024 07:07:28 GMT
Flowering Vine https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/flowering-vine I really liked the burst type flower and the greens.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-23 basics cmdphotos © 2023 flowering vine flowers hanging vine nature nc nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/flowering-vine Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:57:37 GMT
Beehold https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/beehold Is it more about the butterfly, Bee or flowers? Maybe all the above.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-24 beehold bugs butterfly and bee cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/beehold Sat, 21 Sep 2024 06:29:39 GMT
Red House Finch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/red-house-finch Stoic

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 animals birds cmdphotos © 2024 nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/red-house-finch Sat, 14 Sep 2024 08:45:29 GMT
Small Butterfly Close Up https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/small-butterfly-close-up Really like the detail I got on this one.

Small Butterfly Close UpSmall Butterfly Close Up

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-24 bugs cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants small butterfly close up https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/9/small-butterfly-close-up Fri, 06 Sep 2024 05:53:23 GMT
Downy 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/downy-2 Cute little guys.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 birds cmdphotos © 2024 downy 2 nature nc botanical gardens trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/downy-2 Sat, 31 Aug 2024 07:15:47 GMT
Tiger Swallowtail https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/tiger-swallowtail I enjoy attempting to capture the Tiger Swallowtail at different angles.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-24 bugs cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants pollen tiger swallowtail https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/tiger-swallowtail Wed, 28 Aug 2024 05:03:23 GMT
Happy Fireworks https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/happy-fireworks Yes, they actually make fireworks to display a happy face.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4th of july 7-24 cary cmdphotos ©2024 color fireworks happy face happy fireworks light nc night https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/happy-fireworks Sat, 24 Aug 2024 07:39:47 GMT
Milkweed Assassin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/milkweed-assassin Orange is the new Orange.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-24 birds bug cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insect milkweed assassin nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/milkweed-assassin Wed, 14 Aug 2024 04:53:30 GMT
Color and Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/color-and-design Love all the patterns and textures.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-24 bush cmdphotos © 2024 color and design grass nature nc botanical gardens plant reed https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/color-and-design Fri, 09 Aug 2024 04:00:02 GMT
Said the Spider to the Bee https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/said-the-spider-to-the-bee You would never see this spider if it wasn't for his big catch.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-24 Bugs CMDPHOTOS ©2024 Flowers Insects Nature NC Botanical Gardens Said the Spider to the Bee https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/8/said-the-spider-to-the-bee Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:20:29 GMT
Hangin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/hangin These are small Butterflies. I like the separation between subject and background.

HaginHagin

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-24 bugs butterflies cmdphotos ©2024 depth of field flowers hangin insects nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/hangin Wed, 31 Jul 2024 05:55:11 GMT
Butterfly Food https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/butterfly-food Light was shining on the Butterfly, but not on the background.

Butterfly FoodButterfly Food

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-24 bugs butterfly butterfly food cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/butterfly-food Sun, 28 Jul 2024 06:25:12 GMT
Dark Object Surrounded by a Bright Area Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/dark-object-surrounded-by-a-bright-area-rio-hato-panama What is my subject? I don't think these birds are known for hanging out in the ocean.

Dark Object Surrounded by a Bright Area Rio Hato PanamaDark Object Surrounded by a Bright Area Rio Hato Panama

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 composition dark object surrounded by a bright area rio hato panama grackle ocean rio hato panama beach sunrise waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/dark-object-surrounded-by-a-bright-area-rio-hato-panama Wed, 24 Jul 2024 06:50:37 GMT
Hydrangea flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/hydrangea-flower Not bad for a phone picture.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-24 cmdphotos ©2024 flower garden hydrangea flower iphone 14 pro max nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/hydrangea-flower Sun, 21 Jul 2024 08:14:22 GMT
Beautiful But https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/beautiful-but If ever there was a cool spider's layer, this would be it.

Beautiful ButBeautiful But

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-24 beautiful but cmdphotos ©2024 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants spider https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/beautiful-but Fri, 19 Jul 2024 05:16:38 GMT
Work Work Work https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/work-work-work I thought the flower and the Bumblebee were a good match.

Work Work WorkWork Work Work

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-24 bugs cmdphotos ©2024 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants work work work https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/work-work-work Sun, 14 Jul 2024 05:52:43 GMT
Hummingbird Moth https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/hummingbird-moth This little guy is fast!

Hummingbird MothHummingbird Moth

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-24 bugs cmdphotos ©2024 flight flowers hummingbird moth insects moth nc botanical gardens plants students https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/hummingbird-moth Thu, 11 Jul 2024 06:55:25 GMT
Busted https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/busted Guess he saw me.

BustedBusted

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-24 birds close-up cmdphotos ©2024 nature nc botanical gardens tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/busted Wed, 10 Jul 2024 01:15:44 GMT
Coral Hairstreak Butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/coral-hairstreak-butterfly This guy is very small and can be easily missed when viewing flowers.

Coral Hairstreak ButterflyCoral Hairstreak Butterfly

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-24 birds bugs cmdphotos ©2024 coral hairstreak butterfly flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants students https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/7/coral-hairstreak-butterfly Fri, 05 Jul 2024 15:23:55 GMT
Idea Hotel Area Malpensa Interesting Area 3rd of 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/idea-hotel-area-malpensa-interesting-area-3rd-of-3 Final picture out of three. Again an interesting area. Nothing but trees surround this area for about a mile.

Idea Hotel Area MalpensaInteresting Area 3rd of 3Idea Hotel Area MalpensaInteresting Area 3rd of 3

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-24 buildings church. cmdphotos ©2024 community hotel idea hotel area malpensa interesting area 3rd of 3 italy residental https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/idea-hotel-area-malpensa-interesting-area-3rd-of-3 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 06:53:22 GMT
Idea Hotel 2nd Image Church https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/idea-hotel-2nd-image-church Not often you see a church right next to a hotel.

Idea Hotel 2nd Image ChurchIdea Hotel 2nd Image Church

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-24 area building cmdphotos ©2024 idea hotel 2nd image church italy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/idea-hotel-2nd-image-church Wed, 26 Jun 2024 05:04:39 GMT
Idea Hotel Area Malpensa Interesting Area https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/idea-hotel-area-malpensa-interesting-area Sometime you get different combinations of Community Structure. I think the following three photos combined tell an interesting story. Sooo, if you are feeling guilty the next morning,  where would you go???

Idea Hotel Area MalpensaInteresting AreaIdea Hotel Area MalpensaInteresting Area

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-24 building cmdphotos.com funny idea hotel area malpensainteresting area interesting combinations travel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/idea-hotel-area-malpensa-interesting-area Sun, 23 Jun 2024 07:27:14 GMT
Japanese Cherry Blossom https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/japanese-cherry-blossom Beautiful flower and tree.

Japanese Cherry BlossomJapanese Cherry Blossom

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-24 flower iphone 14 pro max japanese cherry blossom plant spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/japanese-cherry-blossom Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:01:26 GMT
Red-bellied Woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/red-bellied-woodpecker Cute little guy!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 birds cmdphotos © 2024 nature nc botanical gardens red-bellied woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/red-bellied-woodpecker Sat, 08 Jun 2024 07:47:52 GMT
Peony https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/peony I feel the photo has an erotic artistic feel to it.

PeonyPeony

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-24 bloom flowers iphone 14 pro max nature peony petals plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/6/peony Sun, 02 Jun 2024 07:50:41 GMT
Dark Eyed Juncos https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/dark-eyed-juncos I liked the way the "S" leads the eye to the bird.

S is for Dark Eyed JuncoS is for Dark Eyed Junco

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 birds cmdphotos © 2024 nature nc botanical gardens s is for dark eyed juncos https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/dark-eyed-juncos Mon, 27 May 2024 06:42:46 GMT
The Dogwood and the Predator https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/the-dogwood-and-the-predator Wanted to shoot the translucent flowers when I noticed the silhouette of the spider.

The Dogwood and the PredatorThe Dogwood and the Predator

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-24 bugs flowers iphone 14 pro max nature north carolina plants sky spider the dogwood and the predator tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/the-dogwood-and-the-predator Mon, 20 May 2024 03:33:43 GMT
Not Miami https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/not-miami Orange ya glad I posted this? Part of my Door Series.

Not MiamiNot Miami

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-24 architecture bicycle buildings chapel hill cmdphotos © 2024 colors door flower not miami plants structure https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/not-miami Thu, 16 May 2024 08:11:42 GMT
Rio Hato Panama Sunrise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/rio-hato-panama-sunrise It truly was an amazingly colorful sky!

Rio Hato Panama SunriseRio Hato Panama Sunrise

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2024 ocean rio hato panama beach rio hato panama sunrise sky sunrise water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/rio-hato-panama-sunrise Sat, 11 May 2024 07:34:09 GMT
Flight Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/flight-rio-hato-panama Love using the ocean as a back ground! Heck...love using the ocean. LOL

Flight Rio Hato PanamaFlight Rio Hato Panama

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 flight rio hato panama nature ocean rio hato panama beach sunrise water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/5/flight-rio-hato-panama Wed, 08 May 2024 04:23:50 GMT
Daffodils in Red https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/daffodils-in-red I thought the red and green spiky leaves offered a good contrast to the soft Daffodils.

Daffodils in RedDaffodils in Red

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-24 cmdphotos © 2024 daffodils in red flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/daffodils-in-red Tue, 30 Apr 2024 07:50:23 GMT
Fiery Skipper 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/fiery-skipper-3 Loved the vibrant colors!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-23 bugs butterfly cmdphotos © 2023 fiery skipper flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/fiery-skipper-3 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 04:10:14 GMT
Really? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/really Sometimes birds seem like humans. LOL

Really?Really?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-24 beach birds cmdphotos © 2024 funny nature ocean really? rio hato panama beach sunrise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/really Thu, 18 Apr 2024 08:14:25 GMT
Botox Advertisement https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/botox-advertisement It is such a cliche any more. The scams people pull to sell their "miracle elixirs". You see them all the time, but do you ever take a closer look? Notice the "hair triangle" in the woman's hair on her left side about an inch above her ear. There is no way that hair formation could happen twice! The photo is obviously completely Photoshopped! There are many other signs of this. Maybe the next time you are thinking of buying a "Miracle Elixir" you'll take a closer look!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-24 botox advertisement iphone 14 pro max lesson in photoshop photo scams https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/botox-advertisement Sat, 13 Apr 2024 07:00:50 GMT
Eclipse Me https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/eclipse-me So what else do you do with two round balls?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-24 CMDPHOTOS ©2024 Eclipse Eclipse Me Fun with Photoshop Just 4 Fun Solar Solar Eclipse Solar System World Event https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/eclipse-me Wed, 10 Apr 2024 04:22:10 GMT
Leaf Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/leaf-design Loved the shapes and colors combination.

Leaf DesignLeaf Design

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-24 cmdphotos © 2024 leaf design leaves nature nc botanical gardens plants tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/leaf-design Mon, 08 Apr 2024 05:40:18 GMT
In the Green https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/in-the-green Just really liked the composition with all the green leaves.

In the GreenIn the Green

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-24 beach birds cmdphotos © 2024 in the green nature ocean rio hato panama beach sunrise trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/4/in-the-green Wed, 03 Apr 2024 08:10:11 GMT
HAPPY EASTER!!! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/happy-easter Happy Easter to all my Friends, Family, Students and Clients!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-24 castle church cmdphotos © 2024 happy easter he has risen italy milano travel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/happy-easter Sun, 31 Mar 2024 09:29:44 GMT
Downy 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/downy-2 The smallest of Woodpeckers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 animal birds cmdphotos © 2024 downy nature nc botanical gardens tree woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/downy-2 Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:06:02 GMT
Candida White https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/candida-white This beautiful flower was only about a half inch long.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 candida white cmdphotos © 2024 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/candida-white Sun, 24 Mar 2024 08:31:04 GMT
Orangy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/orangy Really liked how the Tufted Titmouse matched the background!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 animal birds cmdphotos © 2024 color nature nc botanical gardens orangy tree tufted titmouse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/orangy Wed, 20 Mar 2024 08:03:20 GMT
Two as One https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/two-as-one Love the colors.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 cmdphotos © 2024 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants spring two as one https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/two-as-one Sat, 16 Mar 2024 08:56:41 GMT
Red-bellied woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/flicker Caught this beautiful bird while at NC Botanical Gardens.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 birds cmdphotos © 2024 flicker nature nc botanical gardens tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/flicker Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:10:53 GMT
Drops https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/drops I liked the flowers delicate nature.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 cmdphotos © 2024 drops flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants students https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/drops Mon, 11 Mar 2024 06:54:20 GMT
Purple Rain https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/purple-rain True Story...I actually was involved with originally processing the negatives to the Original Prince Purple Rain Movie Poster.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-24 cmdphotos © 2024 leaf nature nc botanical gardens photography the basics location shoot plants purple rain https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/purple-rain Tue, 05 Mar 2024 10:22:05 GMT
Rare Honey Bee https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/rare-honey-bee Loved the lighting on this.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-24 bee bug cmdphotos © 2024 flowers insect nature nc botanical gardens plants rare honey bee https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/3/rare-honey-bee Sun, 03 Mar 2024 05:31:03 GMT
Suzie Tremmel Student Picture Edits Education Example https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/suzie-tremmel-student-picture-edits-education-example
Suzie Tremmel said she would like my advice on her recent picture she posted on my Facebook Student Page. Below is her original image and then my suggested image. A couple things about my suggestions first. I was working from a very small JPEG so quality is lost especially in the sky. I also left the spot in the sky area of the water to show what dust on the sensor can do in an image. I teach how to see dust on the sensor and cleaning in my Intermediate class.
First, I cropped off some of the rocks/gravel on the right. There's just to much of it in the image. It makes it look like an unnatural road. It also keeps my eye from appreciating the leading lines and details of the mountains. My eye hangs on the rock area which isn't the most interesting part. I enhanced the lines and color a bit to make the picture pop a bit more. I increased the blue reflection a bit to reflect the blue sky more and balance out the sky color. I worked to also bring out the various different shades of green in the trees and land. I brightened the mountain rock to make it feel more like the morning/evening sun caressing the earth. I also dropped the horizon line a little bit out of the center. This was a quick edit. Could have done a little more with a full res. image.
These are some of the things I teach in my Lightroom, Fine Art and Photoshop classes. I hope this helps!
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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-24 classes edits example my of picture student suzie teaching tremmel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/suzie-tremmel-student-picture-edits-education-example Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:45:00 GMT
Vanellus chilensis Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/vanellus-chilensis-rio-hato-panama For more depth, I included the mate in the background.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 nature ocean rio hato panama beach sunrise vanellus chilensis rio hato panama water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/vanellus-chilensis-rio-hato-panama Mon, 26 Feb 2024 07:34:49 GMT
The Wrong Path Taken https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/the-wrong-path-taken The Proceeding story unfolded in front of my camera.

The Wrong Path TakenThe Wrong Path Taken The Wrong Path TakenThe Wrong Path Taken

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-24 beach bugs cmdphotos © 2024 insect moth ocean rio hato panama beach sunrise the wrong path taken waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/the-wrong-path-taken Fri, 23 Feb 2024 10:01:16 GMT
Ribbon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/ribbon For some reason this picture reminds me of Easter.

RibbonRibbon

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-23 cmdphotos © 2023 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants ribbon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/ribbon Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:59:06 GMT
Twice as Bad https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/twice-as-bad Turn two into Four! LOL

Twice as BadTwice as Bad

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-24 alligator animals cmdphotos ©2024 nature reflections reptiles twice as bad water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/twice-as-bad Sat, 17 Feb 2024 07:35:29 GMT
Prayer in the Mist https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/prayer-in-the-mist The lighting and mist.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-24 cmdphotos ©2024 girl hands light mist prayer in the mist water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/prayer-in-the-mist Wed, 14 Feb 2024 08:15:48 GMT
Cracked Mountain https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/cracked-mountain I liked this because the mountain is kind of in the shape of an egg and the mountain is split down from about the center.

Cracked MountainCracked Mountain

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 cmdphotos © 2023 cracked cross mountain nature panama plants sunrise travel trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/cracked-mountain Mon, 12 Feb 2024 04:23:06 GMT
Just Another Day Whimbrel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/just-another-day-whimbrel These birds are not very flighty, but once you get to close, there they go!

Another DayAnother Day

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 flight ocean rio hato panama beach sea sunrise water water fowl waves whimbrel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/just-another-day-whimbrel Fri, 09 Feb 2024 05:24:57 GMT
Daisy Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/daisy-design These flowers popped out from the dark.

Daisy DesignDaisy Design

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 cmdphotos © 2023 daisy design flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/daisy-design Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:08:35 GMT
Caterpillar Travels https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/caterpillar-travels The flower and caterpillar weren't more than an inch to inch and a half long.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-23 bugs caterpillar travels cmdphotos © 2023 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/2/caterpillar-travels Sun, 04 Feb 2024 05:54:21 GMT
Tree Topper https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/tree-topper It's said that Tropical King birds like to sit high up in the trees.

Tree TopperTree Topper

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2024 ocean plant rio hato panama beach sunrise tree topper tropical kingbird https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/tree-topper Sat, 27 Jan 2024 09:00:58 GMT
Garden https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/garden Just a still Life from some of my garden Veggies.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ©2024 cmdphotos garden iphone14 max plants pro squash tomato vegetables https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/garden Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:49:44 GMT
Rio Hato Panama Beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/rio-hato-panama-beach Really loved the golden reflections. The silhouette gives the eye a place to rest.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 ocean rio hato panama beach shore sunrise water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/rio-hato-panama-beach Mon, 22 Jan 2024 06:00:13 GMT
Duomo and Wild Life https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/duomo-and-wild-life Lot's of interesting things going on in this image.

Duomo and Wild LifeDuomo and Wild Life

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 animals architecture birds church cmdphotos © 2024 duomo and wild life italy milano people plaza travel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/duomo-and-wild-life Thu, 18 Jan 2024 08:31:55 GMT
Lazy Leg https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/lazy-leg Really liked how the morning sun brought out the colors to the bird. The non-distractive background highlights the bird and his location.

Lazy LegLazy Leg

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 animal beach birds cmdphotos © 2024 lazy leg nature ocean rio hato panama beach sunrise water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/lazy-leg Fri, 12 Jan 2024 09:05:39 GMT
Drama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/drama While I was taking this flower/fern combination I noticed the drama (much clearer at full res.).

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-23 black-eyed susan bugs cmdphotos © 2024 drama ferns flowers insects nc botanical gardens plants spiders https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/drama Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:31:50 GMT
Authentic Gondolier https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/authentic-gondolier I wanted the image to feel a bit like what it might have been years ago in history.

Authentic GondolierAuthentic Gondolier

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 authentic gondolier boats canal cmdphotos ©2024 gondela italy transportation travel venice water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/authentic-gondolier Sun, 07 Jan 2024 08:55:34 GMT
Photographer's New Year 2024 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/photographers-new-year-2024 HAPPY NEW YEAR 2024 to all my Friends, Family and Clients!!! A little cartoon I made in Photoshop with a lesson.

Photographer's New Year!

       HEY...AT LEAST HE SAVED HIS CAMERA!!!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-24 Animation Ball Drop Calamity Cartoon CMDPHOTOS ©2024 Happy New Year 2024 Photographer Photographer's New Year Photography Lesson Photoshop https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2024/1/photographers-new-year-2024 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT
The Abys https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/the-abys Usually you see the side or front of a Butterfly or moth. What an endless world it must be for an insect.

The AbysThe Abys

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-23 bugs butterflies cmdphotos © 2023 flowers insects moths nature nc botanical gardens perspective plants the abys https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/the-abys Thu, 28 Dec 2023 05:16:01 GMT
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/happy-holidays Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to all my Family, Friends, Students and Clients!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1 12 Berries CMDPHOTOS ©2023 Cross HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!! Holly Merry Christmas Plants Winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/happy-holidays Mon, 25 Dec 2023 05:09:05 GMT
In Flight Dinner https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/in-flight-dinner This Brahminy Kite was eating his dinner mid-flight.

In Flight DinnerIn Flight Dinner

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-22 animals birds brahminy kite brahminy kite thailand sea eagle cmdphotos © 2023 dinner food hawk in flight dinner ocean people thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/in-flight-dinner Sun, 24 Dec 2023 10:14:29 GMT
Center Stage https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/center-stage He's hiding pretty good! Does it feel like he's ready to pounce?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 basics bugs cmdphotos © 2023 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants spiders https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/center-stage Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:56:43 GMT
Rio Hato Panama Sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/rio-hato-panama-sunset Not bad for a phone shot.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach boat clouds cmdphotos © 2023 iphone 14 pro max nature ocean panama rio hato panama sunset sea sunset waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/rio-hato-panama-sunset Tue, 19 Dec 2023 04:44:33 GMT
Disturbed Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/disturbed-rio-hato-panama I guess he got a bit to close to the waves.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 disturbed rio hato panama nature ocean rio hato panama beach sea sunrise water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/disturbed-rio-hato-panama Sun, 17 Dec 2023 07:03:31 GMT
Mums https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/mums A lesson in lighting. What do you think?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-23 cmdphotos © 2023 flowers lighting mums mums 1 nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/mums Wed, 13 Dec 2023 09:19:30 GMT
Great Egret 2 Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/great-egret-2-rio-hato-panama Loved the clear reflection of the Egret. This was shot right at the mouth to the sea.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 egret great egret 2 rio hato panama ocean rio hato panama beach sunrise waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/great-egret-2-rio-hato-panama Thu, 07 Dec 2023 07:22:04 GMT
Daily Chore Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/daily-chore-rio-hato-panama Can you imagine the force of this water? It's like an explosion. A person or boat would get torn up in the middle of that. Just daily sights like this for these guys, I guess. However, even they seemed a bit shocked. The waves noise was loud to me, so I can only imagine how loud it was to the men on the boat.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 current daily chore rio hato panama explosive fishing ocean rio hato panama beach sea sunrise water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/12/daily-chore-rio-hato-panama Sun, 03 Dec 2023 07:43:33 GMT
Flower Balls https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/flower-balls This bug was less than an inch long and often missed by people walking by.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 basics students bugs cmdphotos © 2023 flower balls flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/flower-balls Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:17:34 GMT
HAPPY THANKSGIVING 2023! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/happy-thanksgiving-2023 Happy Thanksgiving to all my Friends, Family, Clients and Students!!! Ready to make a Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie?

Okay, so all I had was a tomato that looked like a pumpkin.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-23-21 cmdphotos © 2023 food happy thanksgiving holiday iphone 14 pro max pumpkin tomato vegetable https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/happy-thanksgiving-2023 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 22:57:24 GMT
For All Mankind https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/for-all-mankind I found this amusing Movie "write-up"....


It starts off “Johnny Z [title] - A half-human, half-zombie named Johnny”. So my first thought was how exactly does that work? I guess he’s just half dead. Then I thought, well hell…isn’t that every worker on a Friday Afternoon???

For All MankindFor All Mankind

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-23 amusing fun funny joking movie movie write-up https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/for-all-mankind Wed, 22 Nov 2023 05:13:15 GMT
Strike a Pose Grey-Capped Flycatcher https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/strike-a-pose-grey-capped-flycatcher Pretty little beach side bird. Little thing was just hanging out. I moved to the angle I wanted because it didn't seem to bother the bird that I was there. I wanted the leaves to kind of frame the bird and for the background, it kind of gave a Yin/Yang feel.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 grey-capped flycatcher nature ocean plants rio hato panama beach sea strike a pose rio hato panama sunrise trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/strike-a-pose-grey-capped-flycatcher Sun, 19 Nov 2023 07:33:56 GMT
Spiaggia di Vernazzola Opposite Direction https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/spiaggia-di-vernazzola-opposite-direction Loved this black beach and the very old buildings. Ultra Wide made waves more interesting.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-23 beach boats buildings cmdphotos © 2022 coast genoa genova italy ocean sea spiaggia di vernazzola opposite direction travel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/spiaggia-di-vernazzola-opposite-direction Fri, 17 Nov 2023 10:50:05 GMT
Sun Up Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/sun-up-rio-hato-panama Loved the cloud formations.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach clouds cmdphotos © 2024 dawn ocean reflection rio hato panama beach 2 sea sun up rio hato panama sunrise water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/sun-up-rio-hato-panama Mon, 13 Nov 2023 19:15:21 GMT
Amazing Eyes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/amazing-eyes Those eyes are the Bees Knees!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-23 amazing eyes bees bugs cmdphotos © 2023 flowers insects nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/amazing-eyes Sat, 11 Nov 2023 08:01:17 GMT
Magnificent Frigatebird Against the Moon Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/magnificent-frigatebird-against-the-moon-rio-hato-panama Caught this Frigate with what was left of the Harvest Moon.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 moon nature ocean rio hato panama beach sky sunrise waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/magnificent-frigatebird-against-the-moon-rio-hato-panama Wed, 08 Nov 2023 10:59:07 GMT
First ever Mirrorless Global Shutter Camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/first-ever-mirrorless-global-shutter-camera Global Shutter is not new, but new to mirrorless. It is great for any photography dealing with motion. It freezes the image rather than showing motion. It can also capture images much faster for a higher Frames/sec. It's biggest advantage to me is that it can sync a flash at shutter speeds up to 1/80,000 of a second! Some disadvantages are that it can increase read noise, somewhat eliminate motion blur when you want it and often needs a reduces pixel count.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-23 cameras fast frames/second global shutter mirrorless new tech. https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/first-ever-mirrorless-global-shutter-camera Tue, 07 Nov 2023 18:48:02 GMT
Rio Hato Panama Beach Sunrise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/rio-hato-panama-beach-sunrise Loved this drift wood shape against the morning sea. I left the net in the foreground to pull together the boat in the background.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach boat cmdphotos © 2023 drift wood iphone 14 pro max moon morning nature net ocean panama rio hato panama beach sunrise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/rio-hato-panama-beach-sunrise Sun, 05 Nov 2023 10:25:54 GMT
Great Egret Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/great-egret-rio-hato-panama He was Ruffling his Ridges.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 great egret rio hato panama nature ocean sunrise water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/11/great-egret-rio-hato-panama Thu, 02 Nov 2023 08:41:45 GMT
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/happy-halloween Happy Halloween to all my Friends, Family and Clients!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 2023 cmdphotos © 2023 eno river fun happy halloween scary spooky https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/happy-halloween Wed, 01 Nov 2023 03:27:51 GMT
Topper Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/topper-rio-hato-panama Common Birds on the beach.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach birds cmdphotos © 2023 nature ocean plants rio hato panama beach sunrise topper rio hato panama trees. https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/topper-rio-hato-panama Fri, 27 Oct 2023 07:09:45 GMT
Harvest Moon Rio Hato Panama https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/harvest-moon-rio-hato-panama Not to bad for an iPhone night shot.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 beach clouds cmdphotos © 2023 evening harvest moon rio hato panama iphone 14 pro max moon nature night time ocean palm trees panama sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/harvest-moon-rio-hato-panama Wed, 25 Oct 2023 05:17:12 GMT
Fiery Skipper https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/fiery-skipper Shot at NC Botanical Garden.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 bugs cmdphotos © 2023 fiery skipper flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/fiery-skipper Sun, 22 Oct 2023 07:46:43 GMT
Looking glass Falls https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/looking-glass-falls Boy, was my tripod wet. LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-23 cmdphotos ©2018 looking glass falls nature plants river rocks water waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/looking-glass-falls Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:26:42 GMT
CHOOSE YOUR DEPTH OF FIELD...AFTER YOU TAKE THE PICTURE! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/choose-your-depth-of-field-after-you-take-the-picture Depth of Field has always had it's limitations whether you want to go Shallow or Deep, something else is usually lost. Maybe you wanted to get more depth of field but had to sacrifice shutter, aperture or ISO. The article below is about a newly developed technology (there are others, but...) that may end up in your cameras or at least your Smart Phone that lets you choose your Depth of Field... AFTER you take the picture.

https://spectrum.ieee.org/amp/depth-of-field-2665857766

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) article cameras depth field new of phones smart technology https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/10/choose-your-depth-of-field-after-you-take-the-picture Sat, 14 Oct 2023 17:01:12 GMT
I See Food Peck Peck Peck https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/i-see-food-peck-peck-peck I just thought that this was a unique angle on this Downy.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-23 birds cmdphotos © 2023 i see food peck peck peck nature nc botanical gardens plants trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/i-see-food-peck-peck-peck Sat, 23 Sep 2023 07:18:36 GMT
A Row of Something https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/a-row-of-something Found on a path in Thailand.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) a row of something 9-23 animals bug caterpillar ceramic cmdphotos © 2023 insect landscape row thailand wall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/a-row-of-something Wed, 20 Sep 2023 02:41:45 GMT
Brahminy kite Thailand Sea Eagle 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/brahminy-kite-thailand-sea-eagle-3 Does he see himself?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 animals birds brahminy kite thailand sea eagle 3 cmdphotos © 2023 eagle hawk ocean sea thailand water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/brahminy-kite-thailand-sea-eagle-3 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 06:47:05 GMT
Carolina anole https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/carolina-anole I watched this little guy go from Brown to Green to almost Yellow as he went from dead leaves to fresh ones.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-23 basics students carolina anole cmdphotos © 2023 leaves lizard nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/carolina-anole Thu, 07 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT
Super Blue Moon 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/super-blue-moon-2 Okay, here's another try at Super Blue Moon. I would say it is Super Blue and the moon. Almost looks 3-D.  Triple Brownie Points if you can figure out how I did this! I did leave clues.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-31-23 9-23 artistic cmdphotos © 2023 moon night space super blue moon 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/super-blue-moon-2 Sun, 03 Sep 2023 05:54:44 GMT
Super Blue Moon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/super-blue-moon Well, here you go... a big blue moon! Ok, I might have cheated just a little. This was shot hand held and below the reciprocal of the lens.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-31-23 cmdphotos © 2023 hand held moon nighttime north carolina sky super blue moon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/9/super-blue-moon Fri, 01 Sep 2023 08:49:30 GMT
Floating City Island 4 Koh Panyee https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/floating-city-island-4-koh-panyee So beautiful and not beautiful at the same time.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) floating city island 4 koh panyee 8-22 boats cmdphotos © 2022 island landscape people sea thailand water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/floating-city-island-4-koh-panyee Thu, 31 Aug 2023 06:00:28 GMT
Must Bee Good https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/must-bee-good Wow, this flower must really Bee good!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-23 bee bugs butterfly cmdphotos © 2023 flowers insects must bee good nature nc botanical gardens plants pollination https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/must-bee-good Mon, 28 Aug 2023 08:52:34 GMT
Venice Canal Living https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/venice-canal-living The walkways, the bridges, the canals, the restaurants, the boats, the way of living, this is Venice.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-23 architecture boats buildings cmdphotos © 2023 italy travel venice venice canal living water water way https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/venice-canal-living Tue, 22 Aug 2023 06:38:17 GMT
Isolation https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/isolation Who needs a work out when you've got church?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-23 architecture building church cliff cmdphotos © 2023 isolation italy lake como mountains plants rocks https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/isolation Fri, 18 Aug 2023 08:46:55 GMT
Bee Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/bee-design I liked the design element for this image. A type of Symmetry.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-23 balance basics students bee bee design cmdphotos © 2023 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants symmetry https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/bee-design Mon, 14 Aug 2023 06:54:31 GMT
The Navigli https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/the-navigli Milan's most famous canal at sunset.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-23 architecture boats canal cmdphotos © 2023 italy milano sky sunset the navigli travel water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/the-navigli Fri, 11 Aug 2023 03:55:57 GMT
Flying Colors https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/flying-colors Really liked the water patterns and the way it has of going both surreal and real.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2023 8-23 birds italy lake lake como milano water water fowl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/flying-colors Tue, 08 Aug 2023 08:31:16 GMT
Milan Canal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/milan-canal I went with the perspective and utilized the sun against the buildings.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-23 architecture boats buildings cmdphotos © 2023 italy milan canal milano tourists travel water wide angle perspective https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/8/milan-canal Sat, 05 Aug 2023 07:15:02 GMT
Pretty Purple https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/pretty-purple Just a gorgeous flower.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 cmdphotos © 2023 color flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants pretty purple https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/pretty-purple Mon, 31 Jul 2023 07:05:34 GMT
Smoke Screen https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/smoke-screen Yes! Ladies and gentlemen, this castle not only comes with it's own moat...it comes with it's own Smoke Screen!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 architecture castle cmdphotos © 2023 disappearing tourists gardens italy milano sforzesco castle smoke screen travel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/smoke-screen Sat, 29 Jul 2023 07:44:23 GMT
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Series 1 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/damnoen-saduak-floating-market-series-1 This was taken at the height of Covid-19 affecting business.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 boats cmdphotos © 2022 covid-19 damnoen saduak floating market series 1 people restaurateur souvenirs thai thailand tourism https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/damnoen-saduak-floating-market-series-1 Thu, 27 Jul 2023 08:06:40 GMT
Thailand Great White Egret https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/thailand-great-white-egret First time I've seen an Egret fishing in the ocean.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 beach bird cmdphotos ©2023 egret nature ocean sea surf thailand great white egret water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/thailand-great-white-egret Wed, 26 Jul 2023 03:47:31 GMT
Color Wall Thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/color-wall-thailand This just looks so much like an abstract painting.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 abstract cliff cmdphotos © 2023 color wall thailand landscape painting plants rock thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/color-wall-thailand Fri, 21 Jul 2023 03:55:38 GMT
Clothes for the Trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/clothes-for-the-trees The Thai belief, I'm told, is the clothes are for the ancestors that live in the trees.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 ancestors beliefs clothes clothes for the trees cmdphotos © 2023 forest landscape people religions thailand trees woods https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/clothes-for-the-trees Wed, 19 Jul 2023 03:50:51 GMT
Lake Como Village https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/lake-como-village Really liked all the color and the architecture that layers Lake Como.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 architecture boats building castle cmdphotos © 2023 color community gardens homes italy lake como lake como village mountains travel water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/lake-como-village Fri, 14 Jul 2023 00:28:03 GMT
Touch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/touch The Heron was flying across the pond and I guess he liked to just barely touch the water.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 animals birds cmdphotos © 2023 italy milano nature reflections tele touch water water fowl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/touch Mon, 10 Jul 2023 09:02:50 GMT
Working https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/working I like the dimension of the white flowers.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 bee bug cmdphotos © 2023 flowers insect nature nc botanical gardens plants working https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/working Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:22:54 GMT
HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/happy-4th-of-july HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY TO ALL MY FRIENDS, FAMILY, STUDENTS, CLIENTS AND FANS!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-23 celebration cmdphotos-©2023 fire fireworks happy 4th of july! independence day nc reflection smoke water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/happy-4th-of-july Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:22:28 GMT
Italian Street Musician https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/italian-street-musician Interesting scene in the middle of a park with no one else around.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) © 2023 7-23 cmdphotos italy milano music musician panhandle park strange street musician tele https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/7/italian-street-musician Sat, 01 Jul 2023 19:01:23 GMT
Bangkok Nightscape https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/bangkok-nightscape Bangkok looks very modern at night.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) © 2023 6-23 architecture bangkok bangkok at night buildings cmdphotos evening iphone lights nightscape thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/bangkok-nightscape Mon, 26 Jun 2023 03:59:25 GMT
Exodus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/exodus Hey, where y'all goin?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-23 birds cmdphotos ©2023 funny italy lake como milano plants tele turtles water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/exodus Fri, 23 Jun 2023 08:56:03 GMT
Lake Como Private Life https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/lake-como-private-life This man in the boat was just relaxing.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 623 architecture boats homes italy lake como lake como private life landscape people water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/lake-como-private-life Mon, 19 Jun 2023 10:45:53 GMT
Lilly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/lilly Really liked the color of this Lilly.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-23 basics cmdphotos © 2022 flowers lilly nature nc botanical gardens plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/lilly Sat, 17 Jun 2023 09:52:05 GMT
Lake Como Picture Perfect Castle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/lake-como-picture-perfect-castle Just one of a series I have shot on Lake Como. Lot's of cool architecture and landscaping.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-23 architecture boats castle cmdphotos © 2023 gardens italy lake como lake como picture perfect castle mountains travel water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/lake-como-picture-perfect-castle Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:11:30 GMT
Heron in Green https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/heron-in-green I liked how the fresh green leaves kind of frames the Heron.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) "heron in green" 6-23 animals birds cmdphotos © 2023 heron italy milano nature tele trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/heron-in-green Mon, 12 Jun 2023 09:51:16 GMT
Basket Full of Wares https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/basket-full-of-wares This was shot in Thailand during the height of Covid. Two different personalities.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 basket full of wares cmdphotos © 2022 covid guitar music no customers people thailand lifestyle personalities https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/basket-full-of-wares Tue, 06 Jun 2023 06:48:48 GMT
Milan Moorhen https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/milan-moorhen Pretty Bird. Wild in Milan.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) "milan moorhen" 4-23 animals birds cmdphotos © 2023 italy milano nature nesting tele water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/6/milan-moorhen Sat, 03 Jun 2023 09:03:29 GMT
Excuse Me! Hello. https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/excuse-me-hello Okay, maybe it's just me. I see a female stick figure character. Granted...she's missing her right hand. LOL

Excuse Me! Hello.Excuse Me! Hello.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-23 beginning bud cmdphotos © 2023 excuse me! hello gardens leaves nature nc botanical gardens new plants spring trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/excuse-me-hello Mon, 29 May 2023 07:31:00 GMT
Nice Jeans https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/nice-jeans I don't know...do I have to say it? It's this way around the world. When will we learn?

Nice JeansNice Jeans

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 cmdphotos © 2023 disparity human conditioning iphone iphone 12 pro max italy life milano moment in mind nice jeans people https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/nice-jeans Fri, 26 May 2023 03:08:35 GMT
Locked Bridge Milan Canal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/locked-bridge-milan-canal Framing? Yes or no?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 architecture bridge city cmdphotos © 2023 italy locked bridge milan canal locks milano travel water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/locked-bridge-milan-canal Mon, 22 May 2023 06:37:17 GMT
Aye Aye Me Matey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/aye-aye-me-matey What do you think? Has this ship ever been in battles or maybe have been a pirate ship? The architecture would suggest so, but I'm no expert.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-23 Asia Aye Aye Me Matey Boats CMDPHOTOS © 2022 History Landscape People Pitates Sea Ships Thailand Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/aye-aye-me-matey Thu, 18 May 2023 07:30:30 GMT
Venice Grand Canal Gondola https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/venice-grand-canal-gondola Definitely an amazing City even though over commercialized.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 architecture boats canal castle church city cmdphotos © 2023 gardens gondola italy travel venice venice grand canal gondola water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/venice-grand-canal-gondola Mon, 15 May 2023 06:45:23 GMT
A Look https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/a-look Everybody's different.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-22 a look clothes cmdphotos © 2022 different environment fashion people society style https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/a-look Sat, 13 May 2023 03:00:32 GMT
Delighted Daffodils https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/delighted-daffodils The light was perfect. Shot during Basics Location Shoot.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-23 close-up cmdphotos © 2023 delighted daffodils flowers gardens light nature nc botanical gardens plants spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/delighted-daffodils Tue, 09 May 2023 08:44:53 GMT
Milan Blue Heron https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/milan-blue-heron What's more beautiful than a flowering tree? A flowering tree with a Heron under.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) "milan blue heron" 5-23 birds cmdphotos © 2023 flowers italy milano nature tele trees water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/milan-blue-heron Fri, 05 May 2023 05:15:14 GMT
Venice Canal Living https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/venice-canal-living I often try to imagine how life would be living in this one of many different possibilities.

Venice Canal LivingVenice Canal Living

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 boats cmdphotos © 2023 doors italy milano old architecture travel venice venice canal living water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/5/venice-canal-living Mon, 01 May 2023 06:02:56 GMT
Duomo di Milano https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/4/duomo-di-milano The famous church in the Milan fashion district. I wanted to do something different than other photos I've seen. I have not seen one with a star burst.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 building church cmdphotos © 2023 duomo di milano fashion district italy milano sky star burst travel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/4/duomo-di-milano Wed, 26 Apr 2023 05:48:49 GMT
Interesting Yarn Plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/4/interesting-yarn-plant It just looks a lot like yarn.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 basics close up cmdphotos © 2022 interesting yarn plant nature nc botanical gardens plant yarn https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/4/interesting-yarn-plant Sun, 23 Apr 2023 07:37:58 GMT
Stations https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/4/stations I think this qualifies as both Leading Lines and Curves! LOL Not to bad for a panoramic phone camera at night shot.

StationsStations

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 cmdphotos © 2023 easter good friday iphone iphone 12 pro max italy leading lines and curves milano stations https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/4/stations Mon, 17 Apr 2023 04:43:53 GMT
Lake Como Waterfall iPhone https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/4/lake-como-waterfall-iphone Little town on Lake Como built around a waterfall.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-23 birds boat bridge buildings cmdphotos © 2023 iphone iphone 14 pro max iphone" italy lake como lake como waterfall iphone plants water waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/4/lake-como-waterfall-iphone Sat, 15 Apr 2023 10:31:41 GMT
Blue Bird https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/3/blue-bird Shot taken while on Basics Location shoot.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-23 animals birds blue bird cmdphotos © 2023 nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/3/blue-bird Wed, 29 Mar 2023 08:59:36 GMT
Genova Area Village https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/3/genova-area-village Just a neat colorful little town nestled in the mountains between Genova and Milan Italy.

Genova Area VillageGenova Area Village

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-23 buildings cityscape cmdphotos ©2023 genova area village italy mountains scenic town village winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/3/genova-area-village Fri, 17 Mar 2023 04:39:36 GMT
Italian Protesters https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/3/italian-protesters I was walking along in Milan and just happened to see this interesting protest going on every light change.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-23 Activists CMDPHOTOS ©2023 Country Cross Event iPhone 14 Pro Max Italian Protesters Italy Milan Protest Stop Light Streets https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/3/italian-protesters Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:38:45 GMT
Thailand Congregation https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/3/thailand-congregation Maybe I should have called it the "Mating Rock". Before I could get a picture there were 3 times as many butterflies on this rock.

Thailand CongregationThailand Congregation

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 bugs butterflies cmdphotos © 2023 landscape mating nature thailand water waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/3/thailand-congregation Mon, 06 Mar 2023 06:49:01 GMT
Milan Church at Dusk https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/milan-church-at-dusk There was this really dark blue sky and then the church with a yellowish orange. I only had my phone to grab this shot.

Milan Church at DuskMilan Church at Dusk

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-21 1-22 1-23 Architecture Building CMDPHOTOS © 2022 iPhone 12 Pro Max Italy Milan Church at Dusk Milano Sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/milan-church-at-dusk Sat, 25 Feb 2023 19:30:00 GMT
Covid-19 Effects of Thailand's Tourist Industry https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/covid-19-effects-of-thailands-tourist-industry
Hi All, I have just premiered my photo documentary on YouTube. This is a documentary that I produced which illustrates a very unique period in Thailand's history. A great amount of income comes from Thailand's tourist industry. This is a short 11 minute slide show that not only documents the severe lack of tourism during the height of Covid's effects, but at the same time I try to demonstrate the beauty of Thailand.
If you like the slide show, I hope you will be kind and subscribe to my channel. Here is the link:
 
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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2021 covid-19 covid-19 effects of thailand's tourist industry lost jobs pandemic thai people thailand tourism water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/covid-19-effects-of-thailands-tourist-industry Wed, 22 Feb 2023 10:59:55 GMT
Just One https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/just-one Saw this flower with minimal light on it, but enough to separate it from the darker greens. This flower was maybe a half inch in length.

Just OneJust One

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-22 cmdphotos © 2022 flowers fort fisher just one low light nature nc plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/just-one Mon, 20 Feb 2023 03:25:08 GMT
Genova Vibrant Valentine https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/genova-vibrant-valentine Love the vibrance in the colors. This is my Valentine's Day picture. Can't you see the heart?

 

Genova Vibrant ValentineGenova Vibrant Valentine

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-23 almost square architecture cmdphotos © 2023 genova vibrant valentine heart old buildings valentine's day https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/genova-vibrant-valentine Wed, 15 Feb 2023 09:03:20 GMT
New Years Soup https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/new-years-soup I was just shooting this with my phone for a recipe I do, but I really like the shot. I didn't want the bubbles to ruin the clear view of the beans. I kept some of the bubbles around the edge to help with depth perception.

New Years SoupNew Years Soup

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-23 beans circle cmdphotos © 2022 depth food iphone 14 pro max lentils new years soup recipe reflections https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/new-years-soup Sun, 12 Feb 2023 08:25:04 GMT
Genova Italy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/genova-italy Really loved the colors in this. Keep in mind that this was shot from a movie train with a phone camera.

Genova ItalyGenova Italy

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-22 2-23 architecture buildings cityscape cmdphotos ©2023 genova italy landscape mountains travel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/genova-italy Wed, 08 Feb 2023 23:27:39 GMT
Almost Unbelievable https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/almost-unbelievable I can only imagine how deep the bottom is. Composition is on purpose.

Almost UnbelievableAlmost Unbelievable

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 almost unbelievable boats cmdphotos © 2023 landscape ocean people sail boat sea thailand transportation travel water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/almost-unbelievable Sun, 05 Feb 2023 09:01:19 GMT
Milano Central https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/milano-central Used my Ultra wide angle Lens to help lines converge. I liked starting the image with the train door open.

Milano CentralMilano Central

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) central station cmdphotos ©2023 transportation people covid-19 building travel places documentary milano central moment in time terminal trains https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/2/milano-central Thu, 02 Feb 2023 23:39:10 GMT
Genova Architecture https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/genova-architecture This architecture was close to the Genova, Italy, train station. I wonder how this originally looked when first painted.

Genova ArchitectureGenova Architecture

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-23 art building cmdphotos © 2022 genoa genova genova architecture iphone 12 pro max italy l https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/genova-architecture Sun, 29 Jan 2023 09:46:15 GMT
Top 10% Photographer Internationally https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/top-10-photographer-internationally This just in..... The honor shown below is from an International Photographers website called Viewbug. Viewbug is recognized in 51 countries.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ©2023 1-23 achievement award cmdphotos honors international honors international photographers website top 10% photographer viewbug https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/top-10-photographer-internationally Sat, 21 Jan 2023 05:30:11 GMT
Pavia Split https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/pavia-split I found the architecture really interesting. Graffiti is everywhere in Italy.

Pavia SplitPavia Split

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-23 architecture buildings cmdphotos © 2023 graffiti iphone 14 pro max italian landscape italy railroad https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/pavia-split Tue, 17 Jan 2023 09:40:27 GMT
When I Think of Christmas Movie Billboard https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/when-i-think-of-christmas-movie-billboard  

Ok, this image below is probably copyrighted, but when I see this type of photographic error, I just have to say something for the purposes of education, of course. First of all, I normally don’t go this route, but come on, this ones hard to resist. Okay, so all I will say….is, that she, could be, holding something. Poor photography....or...?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-23 actors educational use funny photography when i think of christmas movie billboard https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/when-i-think-of-christmas-movie-billboard Sun, 15 Jan 2023 09:30:19 GMT
Sunset in Bangkok https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/sunset-in-bangkok Yes it was that orange. There was just enough light to keep detail in the buildings.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 architecture buildings city cityscape cmdphotos ©2023 sunset sunset in bangkok thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/sunset-in-bangkok Fri, 13 Jan 2023 10:01:12 GMT
Pavia Generations https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/pavia-generations This is a great addition to my "Generations" portfolio. What interests me the most are the dynamics of social relationships that is seemingly present in this image. Young vs. Middle vs. old. Plus, it reminds me of an old style of train station which to me is pretty cool. This was shot with my phone from a moving train.

Pavia GenerationsPavia Generations

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-23 age relations cmdphotos © 2023 life pavia generations people society train station https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/pavia-generations Sun, 08 Jan 2023 22:17:58 GMT
Spiaggia di Vernazzola 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/spiaggia-di-vernazzola-2 This is in Genova, Italy. The area is known as the Italian Riviera. The sun was setting with just enough light.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-22 beach boats buildings cmdphotos © 2022 genoa genova italy ocean sea spiaggia di vernazzola sunset water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/spiaggia-di-vernazzola-2 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 10:40:39 GMT
Happy New Year 2023 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/happy-new-year-2023 HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2023 Cary Fireworks CMDPHOTOS © 2023 Fireworks Flowers Happy New Year Mike NC https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2023/1/happy-new-year-2023 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 05:35:09 GMT
Thailand Waterfalls https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/thailand-waterfalls Love the Layers. And I'm not talking Photoshop! Thailand was a great place for pictures.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 cmdphotos © 2022 landscape phuket thailand waterfalls plants thailand water waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/thailand-waterfalls Sat, 31 Dec 2022 08:12:18 GMT
Peacock Orchid https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/peacock-orchid Beautiful flower found at the North Carolina Botanical Gardens.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-22 basics cmdphotos © 2022 flower flowers nature nc botanical gardens peacock orchid plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/peacock-orchid Wed, 28 Dec 2022 09:43:49 GMT
MERRY CHRISTMAS https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/merry-christmas MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAYS to all my Family, Friends and Clients!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-22 celebrations cmdphotos © 2022 events holidays merry christmas https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/merry-christmas Sun, 25 Dec 2022 07:54:25 GMT
Spiaggia di Vernazzola, Italy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/spiaggia-di-vernazzola-italy Shot from my apartment balcony near sunset with phone camera.

Spiaggia di Vernazzola, ItalySpiaggia di Vernazzola, Italy

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-22 14 architecture beach boats buildings cmdphotos © 2022 iphone italy max ocean pro sea shore spiaggia di vernazzola sun set water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/spiaggia-di-vernazzola-italy Thu, 22 Dec 2022 08:36:24 GMT
Genova Italy, Truogoli di Santa Brigida https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/genova-italy Genova, Italy, known as the Italian Riviera. A beautiful area. I used the arch to frame these interesting buildings which I believe is the essence of Italy.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-22 architecture buildings cityscape cmdphotos © 2022 framing genova italy iphone 14 pro max italian riviera scenery wash house https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/genova-italy Tue, 20 Dec 2022 05:55:09 GMT
Fall Colors Stylized https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/fall-colors-stylized I used several filters to give the image a soft feel, but keep some detail.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-22 basics cmdphotos © 2022 fall colors stylized leaves nature nc botanical gardens plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/12/fall-colors-stylized Sun, 04 Dec 2022 09:59:21 GMT
BxW Long Boat https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/bxw-long-boat Normal Thai Life.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-22 boats bxw long boat cmdphotos © 2022 fishing. landscape ocean people thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/bxw-long-boat Tue, 29 Nov 2022 09:52:45 GMT
Other Side of Madness https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/other-side-of-madness Fly got lucky.....this time.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-22 basics bugs carnivorous plant cmdphotos © 2022 flowers fly insects nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/other-side-of-madness Thu, 24 Nov 2022 07:27:31 GMT
Hmmm are These Like Black Widows https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/hmmm-are-these-like-black-widows Spider love.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-22 arachnid bugs cmdphotos © 2022 fort fisher heron hmmm are these like black widows? male and female nc ocean sea spider web https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/hmmm-are-these-like-black-widows Sat, 19 Nov 2022 12:00:10 GMT
Mums the Word https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/mums-the-word In this image, I felt reticulation enhanced the feel of moisture. The shallow depth of field helps, I believe, to make the flower float.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-21 basics cmdphotos © 2021 flowers mums the word nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/mums-the-word Thu, 17 Nov 2022 09:16:03 GMT
Beautiful Colors https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/beautiful-colors Probably the Prettiest Female Cardinal I've seen.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-22 birds cardinal cmdphotos © 2022 nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/beautiful-colors Sun, 13 Nov 2022 04:59:20 GMT
Fort Fisher Fisher https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/fort-fisher-fisher Shot on a Nature/Landscape class location shoot. I think it represents a sign of the times.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-22 cmdphotos © 2022 fishing fort fisher nc net ocean people sea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/fort-fisher-fisher Tue, 08 Nov 2022 05:34:41 GMT
Pattaya Boardwalk https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/pattaya-boardwalk Really liked the combination of natural and artificial lighting. Definitely gives it a Miami feel. Kind of an Art Deco feel. Shot with phone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 beach cmdphotos © 2022 deco dusk ocean palm trees pattaya boardwalk people sunset thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/pattaya-boardwalk Fri, 04 Nov 2022 09:15:58 GMT
3,200 Megapixel Camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/3-200-megapixel-camera Would love this camera, but hate carrying it around Europe.

https://me.mashable.com/tech/21465/heres-the-worlds-largest-digital-camera-which-boasts-a-3200-megapixel-sensor

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/11/3-200-megapixel-camera Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:28:39 GMT
Into the Mist https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/thailand-shrine-into-the-mist Love the detail, the light, the color, and the social meaning.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 Animals CMDPHOTOS © 2022 Dragons Flowers In to the Mist People Plants Shrine Temple Thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/thailand-shrine-into-the-mist Wed, 26 Oct 2022 08:09:07 GMT
800mm Downy Woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/800mm-downy-woodpecker This was shot handheld at 800mm and manually focused. Nuff said.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-12 800mm downy woodpecker basics birds cmdphotos © 2022 nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/800mm-downy-woodpecker Thu, 20 Oct 2022 08:05:25 GMT
Mr. Rong https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/mr-rong Do you think his wife named the boat?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-22 boat cmdphotos © 2022 dock mr. wrong ocean pier sea thailand water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/mr-rong Mon, 17 Oct 2022 06:06:43 GMT
Centered Beauty https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/centered-beauty Beautifully ornate flower.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-22 basics centered beauty cmdphotos © 2022 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/centered-beauty Thu, 13 Oct 2022 08:26:50 GMT
Old Camera Very Old Aperture ORIGINAL Image https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/old-camera-very-old-aperture-original-image If you have been watching my Blog photos recently, this is the original image I took of the old camera. I photoshoped the 2nd picture below by hand (not with any short cut apps.) in order to use on my phone cover which is longer than the camera.

 

Old Camera Very Old Aperture ORIGINALOld Camera Very Old Aperture ORIGINAL Old Camera ApertureOld Camera Aperture

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-22 class cmdphotos © 2022 iphone case old camera old camera very old aperture original photography photoshop by hand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/10/old-camera-very-old-aperture-original-image Sun, 09 Oct 2022 19:52:01 GMT
20 Years of Durham Tech. Photography Students https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/20-years-of-durham-tech-photography-students This year I am celebrating my 20th year anniversary of teaching students photography at Durham Tech. College! The photo below represents the over 2000 students I have taught at Durham Tech. and a project I have been working on for all those years. Yeah...that was one long photo project! LOL. Took a very very long time just to put all the photos together for this one picture alone. In my first course, Photography: The Basics, I had the students do a self-portrait as their first assignment in order to start educating the students on camera controls and composition. I have collected these portraits for the past 20 years to ultimately make this one image. I am very proud of my students and how well they have done. I have taught photography since the fifth grade to my peers in school and have taught at many colleges, schools, organizations, and businesses. Durham Tech. College has been the longest. When I first started teaching at Durham Tech. most students had a film camera. Now most students use digital cameras. The students and myself have volunteered to help many local community projects in the past relative to photography. My students have always rated my classes as the best around. The students have been from ages 16 to 83 years of age, from all walks of life, and from many counties and countries. I not only teach photography, I am very good at photography and have won many International, national and local awards as well.

20 Years of Durham Tech. Photography Students20 Years of Durham Tech. Photography Students

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 20 years of durham tech. photography students 9-22 cmdphotos-©2022 collage college education mike dellerman photography self-portraits students teaching university https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/20-years-of-durham-tech-photography-students Thu, 29 Sep 2022 07:34:37 GMT
Old Camera Very Old Aperture ORIGINAL https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/old-camera-very-old-aperture-original Should anyone be following my images, you might have seen the first picture I posted of this camera. Here is the original. I had to make the camera longer to fit correctly to my phone case size. I wonder if any one had noticed how much I changed the camera from the original?

Old Camera Very Old Aperture ORIGINALOld Camera Very Old Aperture ORIGINAL

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-22 class cmdphotos © 2022 iphone case old camera old camera very old aperture original photography photoshop by hand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/old-camera-very-old-aperture-original Mon, 26 Sep 2022 06:52:23 GMT
Female Cardinal Lighting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/female-cardinal-lighting I waited and caught the perfect spray of light on her face.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-22 beyond basics birds cmdphotos © 2022 female cardinal lighting nature nc nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/female-cardinal-lighting Tue, 20 Sep 2022 08:44:34 GMT
Old Camera Aperture https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/old-camera-aperture Check out this very very old version of an aperture. Can you figure out how it works?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1st 35mm cameras 9-22 cmdphotos © 2022 old camera old camera aperture photography https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/old-camera-aperture Wed, 14 Sep 2022 09:22:37 GMT
Nature's Art https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/natures-art These are the actual colors from the rock. One of the islands in Thailand.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-22 art cmdphotos © 2022 colors landscape nature's art plants rock thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/natures-art Wed, 07 Sep 2022 09:12:11 GMT
Thailand Handmade Hat Question https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/thailand-handmade-hat-question Ok, stare at this for awhile. Then tell me, are you seeing the inside of the hat, or are you seeing the outside of the hat?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-22 attire clothes cmdphotos © 2022 hat illusion people thailand thailand handmade hat question top or bottom https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/9/thailand-handmade-hat-question Mon, 05 Sep 2022 07:02:13 GMT
Durham Flowers https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/durham-flowers Shot this against a dark brick wall while teaching a class in downtown Durham.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-12 basics beyond basics buildings cmdphotos © 2022 downtown durham durham flowers flower nature plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/durham-flowers Tue, 30 Aug 2022 10:28:17 GMT
Who's There https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/whos-there I thought this light and mood worked well with the model's pose.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-22 cmdphotos © 2022 model mood light red dress who's there https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/whos-there Mon, 29 Aug 2022 06:49:24 GMT
Swarm https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/swarm This was maybe 1/50th of the Swarm. They would all shimmer as the sun light hit them.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-22 animals cmdphotos © 2022 fish marine life ocean school sea swarm thailand water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/swarm Thu, 25 Aug 2022 05:47:38 GMT
Thailand Sea Eagle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/thailand-sea-eagle Beautiful Thailand version of Bald Eagle. Yeah...he's lookin. Rude...he could have at least smiled for the camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-22 animals birds cmdphotos © 2022 flight ocean raptor thailand thailand sea eagle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/thailand-sea-eagle Sun, 21 Aug 2022 19:22:19 GMT
James Bond Island Cave https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/james-bond-island-cave This was a unique cave. It had holes/openings to outside sun light. The light hitting the interior in various degrees along with plant life is what, I believe, causes the different colors .

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-22 cave cmdphotos © 2022 island james bond island cave landscape natural light ocean sea thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/james-bond-island-cave Wed, 17 Aug 2022 07:41:08 GMT
Caterpillar Blight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/caterpillar-blight Well, it was a bad year for my organic vegetable garden. Three of these critters that I could find had almost completely eaten three of my Tomato plants. I guess at least I got this photo on my phone.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-22 bugs butterfly caterpillar caterpillar blight cmdphotos © 2022 insects iphone nature pest tomato https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/caterpillar-blight Mon, 15 Aug 2022 08:15:22 GMT
Hidey Hole https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/hidey-hole This little guy was upset that I was invading his spot. LOL. Just show me your tail then. Fish do have personalities. I used to own a salt water natural tank. I would sit there and watch different personalities emerge. They could be really funny at times. Shot in Thailand.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 8-22 cmdphotos © 2022 coral fish hidey hole marine life ocean olympus thailand under water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/hidey-hole Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:05:22 GMT
Paeonia suffruticosa https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/paeonia-suffruticosa Picture I took this year in my yard with my cellphone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-22 close-up cmdphotos © 2022 flower iphone nature paeonia suffruticosa peony plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/8/paeonia-suffruticosa Thu, 04 Aug 2022 06:20:12 GMT
Just Like Homo sapiens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/just-like-homo-sapiens This lovely Portrait of husband and wife was captured by entering a cave on the ocean by boat in Thailand. I wonder if they would want a copy for the bedroom wall? I made up a really dirty joke for this picture. If I get 10 requests to tell it...I will.

Just Like Homo sapiensJust Like Homo sapiens

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-22 animals apes boats cave cmdphotos © 2022 family hominidae humor husband and wife just like homo sapiens landscape monkeys ocean sea thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/just-like-homo-sapiens Sat, 30 Jul 2022 04:27:25 GMT
Man and Nature 1a and 1b https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/man-and-nature-1a-and-1b I just can't decide between these two versions. With the BxW (1a), I really like the way the leaves look almost white or glowing. In the color version (1b), I like the way the colors pull the cars away from the background. Care to help me decide?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-22 bxw cars cmdphotos © 2022 glen stone trail landscape man and nature nc trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/man-and-nature-1a-and-1b Sat, 23 Jul 2022 09:04:53 GMT
Dangle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/dangle Was a beautiful Spring day. Can you feel it?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-12 basics beyond basics blue sky cmdphotos © 2022 flower hanging flowers nc botanical gardens plants students tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/dangle Fri, 22 Jul 2022 04:24:43 GMT
Simply White https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/simply-white Love it when the light works like this.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-22 beyond basics cmdphotos © 2022 flowers light nature/landscape nc nc botanical gardens plants simply white https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/simply-white Sat, 16 Jul 2022 05:41:42 GMT
Thai Reality https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/thai-reality I thought this was an interesting combination of subjects.

Thai RealityThai Reality

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-22 boy bxw cmdphotos © 2022 girl metaphor parent people thai reality thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/thai-reality Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:30:24 GMT
Escape The Path https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/escape-the-path Can anybody tell me what they see in the image? Thanks.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-22 cmdphotos © 2022 eno river escape the path life nature landscape class roots story woman https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/escape-the-path Mon, 11 Jul 2022 08:04:09 GMT
The Mystery Cave - My Story - Thailand, Phang-Nga https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/the-mystery-cave---my-story These days everything is turning to video. We watch TV and movies, people are always posting video they took on YouTube and the like from their phones. TikTok even has promoted short video's. However, sadly, this leaves out very important qualities that come from reading and still photography. With reading a story we have to use our imagination. An imagination that builds upon itself as we read. Still photography, does the opposite and the same. With a photograph, we have time to inspect all the elements included in the photo. We get time to learn more about the surroundings or elements included within the frame. We can gain more insight to a specific area or location, for example. Within one frame a whole story can be told. A photograph can also accompany writing which can help us to more understand the story with specifics and still allow us to use our imagination. Photo's have a certain "je ne sais quoi" that video doesn't have. Below is a slide show that I hope you will enjoy. It is a moment of life that I hope will entertain and educate. ***Since I have no control over how long it might take you to read certain slides, nor have control of how long you want to look at a photo, I have set the slide view time to 30 seconds, but you have control to make the time shorter (or longer) by clicking on the next slide showed below with thumbnails. Click the start Arrow on the lower right to start the slide show or just manually click thumbnails***

 

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-22 Boat Cave CMDPHOTOS © 2022 Experience Island Mystery Cave- My Story Ocean Slide Show Story Thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/the-mystery-cave---my-story Wed, 06 Jul 2022 17:03:03 GMT
Happy 4th 2022 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/happy-4th-2022 Happy 4th of July to all my Friends, Family, students and clients!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4th of july 4th of july fireworks 7-22 cary celebration cmdphotos ©2022 holiday https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/7/happy-4th-2022 Mon, 04 Jul 2022 06:14:38 GMT
Thailand Swimming With the Fishes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/thailand-swimming-with-the-fishes So many colorful fish!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 6-22 cmdphotos © 2022 fish ocean olympus reef thailand thailand swimming with the fishes tropical under water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/thailand-swimming-with-the-fishes Fri, 24 Jun 2022 06:32:54 GMT
Waterfall Level 6 Thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/waterfall-level-6-thailand There were 7 levels to this one waterfall or 7 waterfalls in one.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-22 cmdphotos © 2022 landscape nature river thailand water waterfall level 6 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/waterfall-level-6-thailand Wed, 15 Jun 2022 09:35:40 GMT
Carrboro Doors https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/carrboro-doors Walking in Carrboro with some students, I saw this wall made of doors for a restaurant. What made it even more cool was the sunset reflected in the doors. Some panes show reflection and some show the other side.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-12 architecture beyond basics buildings carrboro doors cmdphotos © 2022 downtown carrboro dusk reflections sunset wall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/carrboro-doors Mon, 13 Jun 2022 02:36:40 GMT
Drama Lily https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/drama-lily It's like this flower looked up and found a small hole with light flooding through.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-12 beyond basics cmdphotos © 2022 downtown durham drama lily flower light plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/drama-lily Mon, 06 Jun 2022 08:13:38 GMT
Berry Nice Cardinal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/berry-nice-cardinal This is kind of opposite from what I normally do, but can anyone of my students guess what assignment this would be from? Give you a clue, from Beyond Basics.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12 animals basics berry nice cardinal beyond basics birds cmdphotos © 2022 fruit tree nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/berry-nice-cardinal Sat, 04 Jun 2022 05:10:07 GMT
Should You Fill Up Your Hard Drive, SSD or Memory Card? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/should-you-fill-up-your-hard-drive-ssd-or-memory-card Hi All,

 

This new article helps to back up a bit about what I tell you in the Basics class. It's a good read!

https://www.macworld.com/article/704243/how-much-storage-you-should-leave-unused-on-a-macs-ssd.html/amp

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) learning students https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/6/should-you-fill-up-your-hard-drive-ssd-or-memory-card Fri, 03 Jun 2022 10:42:37 GMT
Brahminy Kite - Thailand Sea Eagle w Fish https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/brahminy-kite---thailand-sea-eagle-w-fish Beautiful bird, kinda like Thailand's type of Bald Eagle. This guy had just caught his lunch.

Brahminy kite Thailand Sea Eagle w FishBrahminy kite Thailand Sea Eagle w Fish

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 5-22 animals birds brahminy kite thailand sea eagle w fish cmdphotos © 2022 fish lunch nature thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/brahminy-kite---thailand-sea-eagle-w-fish Tue, 31 May 2022 01:21:39 GMT
Durham Building Version https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/durham-building-version This was from a building I shot. I like the 3D graphic depth.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3d 5-12 abstract artistic beyond basics buildings cmdphotos © 2022 downtown durham durham building version nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/durham-building-version Mon, 30 May 2022 06:05:24 GMT
Colored Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/colored-water Each drop has it's own character.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12 beyond basics buildings cmdphotos © 2022 colored water downtown durham fluid lights water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/colored-water Sun, 29 May 2022 07:36:17 GMT
Sports Graffiti https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/sports-graffiti Downtown Durham skateboard park. I shot the opening of this park for Parks and Recreation when it was brand spanking new. It's changed.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12 activity beyond basics cmdphotos © 2022 downtown durham people skate board sports sports graffiti https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/sports-graffiti Fri, 27 May 2022 10:12:59 GMT
Moray eel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/moray-eel This eel was not happy I was there. This isn't a great shot, but considering I got one was a plus. As I tried to get closer for the shot, so did he, but not in a good way. He would like jut out of his hidey hole. I figured I had better quickly move on.

"Moray eel bites are infamously painful and can cause extensive bleeding. This is because they have teeth that jut backwards so that prey cannot easily escape. Moray eels also have a second set of jaws known as pharyngeal jaws that help them hold on to prey. Moray eel bites can range from minor to serious." “Moray eels are poisonous. Among all moray eels five species even can give a deadly bite." 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 5-22 anemonies cmdphotos © 2022 coral eel fish moray eel nature ocean sea thailand under water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/moray-eel Thu, 26 May 2022 03:17:31 GMT
Female Cardinal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/female-cardinal Amazing light on the Cardinal, but not on the trees behind it.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12 animal basics birds cmdphotos © 2022 female cardinal nature nc botanical gardens perched https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/female-cardinal Tue, 24 May 2022 08:48:48 GMT
High Key Winter Rose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/high-key-winter-rose Really like how soft the petals look.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-22 cmdphotos © 2022 flowers high key winter rose nature nc botanical gardens plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/high-key-winter-rose Mon, 23 May 2022 08:21:05 GMT
Anemone https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/anemone Was doing some underwater diving in Thailand and was attracted by all this blue. I can't see him...can you? LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-22 5-22 actiniaria anemone blue cmdphotos © 2022 fish nature ocean olympus sea thailand under water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/anemone Sat, 21 May 2022 01:12:41 GMT
Thailand Cave Monkey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/thailand-cave-monkey Love the eyes on these little guys.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-22 animals cave cmdphotos © 2022 monkey nature people primate thailand thailand cave monkey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/thailand-cave-monkey Tue, 17 May 2022 05:50:28 GMT
Morning Patong Beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/morning-patong-beach Got up early in the morning to do a boat tour of the islands around Phucket and Krabi. On the way to breakfast, I shot this with my iPhone Camera.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-22 beach boat cmdphotos © 2022 dawn morning morning patong ocean sailboat sunrise thailand water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/morning-patong-beach Thu, 12 May 2022 11:06:35 GMT
Brahminy kite Thailand Sea Eagle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/brahminy-kite-thailand-sea-eagle This beautiful sea eagle was shot at Panyee Island in Thailand as it was hunting it's prey.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-22 animals birds brahminy kite thailand sea eagle cmdphotos © 2022 hunting nature panyee island raptor thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/brahminy-kite-thailand-sea-eagle Mon, 09 May 2022 09:22:48 GMT
New Fern Restaurant Panyee Island, Thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/new-fern-restaurant-panyee-island-thailand Lots of interesting thing on Panyee Island. It is a very small "floating" island. Originally a fishing village, but now I think more dedicated to being a place where all the many tours can take the customers for lunch by boat. Most of the island is dilapidated. However two things stand out, one is the temple in very good condition and two is this restaurant in excellent condition. Accept for the hand rail, LOL. I think that mainly right handed people go to this restaurant.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-22 architecture cmdphotos © 2022 food island new fern restaurant panyee island people thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/new-fern-restaurant-panyee-island-thailand Sat, 07 May 2022 04:21:47 GMT
Khao Phing Kan Island https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/khao-phing-kan-island This is the island from the James Bond movie.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-22 cmdphotos © 2022 james bond island khao phing kan landscape ocean sea thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/5/khao-phing-kan-island Tue, 03 May 2022 09:21:28 GMT
Simple is Best https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/simple-is-best Shot this with my cellphone camera. Liked the design and the white flowers against the blue sky. Hadn't post in several days, internet was out and AT&T wouldn't fix it for 6 days! Changed providers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-22 blooms bradford pear cmdphotos © 2022 flowers iphone nature simple is best spring tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/simple-is-best Sat, 30 Apr 2022 11:59:05 GMT
Sea Cave Opening https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/sea-cave-opening This Sea Cave is accessible during low tide through a very small entrance. I had to almost duck below the canoe edge (shown) to get through. Thailand.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-22 boats canoe cave cmdphotos © 2022 landscape me ocean people sea cave opening thailand water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/sea-cave-opening Thu, 21 Apr 2022 10:26:31 GMT
Thailand Jelly Fish https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/thailand-jelly-fish I wondered if this was a mating occurrence? While Snorkeling, I was lucky enough to have one such tentacle cross my neck. Fun! Burned for a couple days even with medication. Guess it could have been worse.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-22 cmdphotos © 2022 invertebrates ocean sea thailand thailand jelly fish water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/thailand-jelly-fish Tue, 19 Apr 2022 09:24:36 GMT
HAPPY EASTER https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/happy-easter Hope y'all had a wonderful Easter!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-22 boats cmdphotos © 2022 happy easter holiday landscape people sunrise thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/happy-easter Mon, 18 Apr 2022 04:10:21 GMT
Just Unfucking Believable https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/just-unfucking-believable This picture isn't for photography's sake. I hired a private boat to tour the islands in Thailand. Sooo here I am in my private Honda twin engine speed boat cruising around where ever I want and then I see these monsters and I was wondering if I could afford the boat I was in! LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-22 boats cmdphotos © 2022 extravagance just unfucking believable luxury ocean people pier sea ships thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/just-unfucking-believable Wed, 13 Apr 2022 03:42:57 GMT
Nap Time https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/nap-time Monkey's surviving on a small island in Thailand.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-22 animals cmdphotos © 2022 habitat landscape monkey nap time nature plants primate thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/nap-time Wed, 06 Apr 2022 10:43:34 GMT
Mountain Fishing https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/mountain-fishing Captured this while flying by in a private speed boat in Thailand. The mountains were gorgeous!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) © 2022" 4-22 cmdphotos fishing landscape life mountain fishing boats nature ocean people plants sea thailand water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/4/mountain-fishing Sat, 02 Apr 2022 05:12:59 GMT
Phuket Thai Area https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/3/phuket-thai-area Loved all the ferns growing on the rocks.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-22 cmdphotos © 2022 landscape phuket thai area scenery thailand water waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/3/phuket-thai-area Mon, 28 Mar 2022 05:44:20 GMT
Plus One https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/3/plus-one Hi all, I haven't been posting many pictures lately. I have tons of new work including a documentary that I am working on from my visit to Thailand. I should be posting more regularly soon. Thanks for visiting my Blog!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-22 bugs butterfly cmdphotos © 2022 flowers insects landscape nature plant thailand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/3/plus-one Fri, 18 Mar 2022 14:01:39 GMT
Lilly Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/2/lilly-light More than just a beautiful water lily, it's a perfectly lit water lily. Shot in Thailand.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-22 cmdphotos © 2022 flowers landscape light lilly light Thailand water lilly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/2/lilly-light Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:33:36 GMT
Nuthatch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/2/nuthatch Not bad for ISO 2500. This used to be impossible with anything less than a medium format.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-22 basics birds cmdphotos © 2022 nature nc botanical gardens nuthatch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/2/nuthatch Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:19:22 GMT
Artistic Ocean Scape https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/2/artistic-ocean-scape All I used was Color Balance and saw the image this way best. It adds a surreal look to a unique angle with fish heading towards the camera. The beach, girl, chairs and umbrellas help to keep the picture tropical. I just couldn't wait to post this picture even though I have a months worth of pictures from Thailand that I am currently working on in series form.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-22 artistic artistic ocean scape cmdphotos © 2022 fish iphone 12 pro max island ocean sea thailand water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/2/artistic-ocean-scape Mon, 07 Feb 2022 09:48:08 GMT
Fall Leaf https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/2/fall-leaf I've always wanted to get a good capture of this plant when the Fall leaves are very colorful and the flowers have dried up, but still look beautiful.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-21 basics birds cmdphotos © 2022 dried flowers flowers leaf leaves nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2022/2/fall-leaf Sat, 05 Feb 2022 10:41:52 GMT
MERRY CHRISTMAS! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/12/merry-christmas Well....at least it's Christmas colors!!! A non-traditional picture for a very non-traditional Covid Year! I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year!!!

Merry Christmas!Merry Christmas!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-21 cmdphotos © 2021 flowers merry christmas nature nc botanical gardens plants red and green https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/12/merry-christmas Sat, 25 Dec 2021 08:04:50 GMT
At the Docks https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/12/at-the-docks Just very interesting facial features.

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Fall Cardinal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/12/fall-cardinal Red and the fall colors.

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Winter Rose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/12/winter-rose I liked the nice soft light falling on the rose.

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Attractant Tube https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/12/attractant-tube The Pitcher Plant has beautiful colors in the Fall.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-21 carnivorous cmdphotos © 2021 flowers nature nc botanical gardens pitcher plant plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/12/attractant-tube Sun, 12 Dec 2021 11:39:00 GMT
Piper Party https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/12/piper-party I liked the reflection and that he is not running. He is engaged in his dinner party.

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Winter Pansy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/winter-pansy For some reason I have never been able to get a good picture with Pansys, until now.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-21 cmdphotos © 2021 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/winter-pansy Tue, 23 Nov 2021 10:51:47 GMT
Beaver Moon Eclipse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/beaver-moon-eclipse As promised to my Basics class last night. By the way, the light from the moon was significantly darker than what we did for class. Apparently this Lunar Eclipse only occurs once every 500-600 years.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-21 beaver moon beaver moon eclipse cmdphotos © 2021 eclipse nighttime https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/beaver-moon-eclipse Fri, 19 Nov 2021 11:44:55 GMT
Grand Prize Best of show https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/grand-prize-best-of-show Just thought I'd mention I won Best of Show Grand Prize with the Carolina Woman Magazine 2021 Photo Competition.

 

http://www.carolinawoman.com/photo_winners2021.php

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2021 carolina woman magazine annual photography competition best of show blue sky moon osprey grand prize https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/grand-prize-best-of-show Wed, 10 Nov 2021 10:12:37 GMT
The Chase https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/the-chase Who didn't do this when young? Assuming you have gulls in the area.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 birds cmdphotos © 2021 dawn myrtle beach ocean sea sea gulls the chase water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/the-chase Thu, 04 Nov 2021 08:41:58 GMT
Sunrise Osprey Catch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/sunrise-osprey-catch Was shooting sunrise and Osprey caught a fish. Breakfast...yum.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 birds cmdphotos © 2021 dawn myrtle beach nature ocean sea sunrise osprey catch water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/11/sunrise-osprey-catch Mon, 01 Nov 2021 05:59:55 GMT
Hobie https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/hobie Peaceful.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 boat cmdphotos © 2021 hobie leisure myrtle beach ocean sail sail boat sea water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/hobie Mon, 25 Oct 2021 07:52:31 GMT
Abstract Azalea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/abstract-azalea This is close to total abstraction. The stamen is the only thing holding the subject together.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 abstract abstract azalea azaleas cmdphotos ©2021 flower nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/abstract-azalea Sat, 23 Oct 2021 04:09:57 GMT
6th Ave. Amusement https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/6th-ave-amusement Was testing how steady I could hold the iPhone at night. Not a bad shot for nightime.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 6th ave. amusement attraction camera" cmdphotos ©2021 iphone leisure night splash https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/6th-ave-amusement Wed, 20 Oct 2021 08:24:36 GMT
Ocean Osprey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/ocean-osprey Loved the Light on the feathers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 birds cmdphotos © 2021 myrtle beach nature ocean ocean osprey sea water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/ocean-osprey Sun, 17 Oct 2021 06:04:39 GMT
Coreopsis https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/coreopsis I really liked the design the flowers made against a black background. I think using the artistic brush helped bring this out.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 artistic butterfly and flowers cmdphotos © 2021 coreopsis jordan lake water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/coreopsis Fri, 15 Oct 2021 09:32:00 GMT
Myrtle Beach Sunrise 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/myrtle-beach-sunrise-2 Here, the shells are the main subject.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 cmdphotos © 2021 dawn myrtle beach myrtle beach sunrise ocean sea shells water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/myrtle-beach-sunrise-2 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 08:16:12 GMT
Myrtle Beach Sunrise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/myrtle-beach-sunrise I like how you can see where it was raining.The pier and the couple are the main subject.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 cmdphotos © 2021 couple dawn leisure myrtle beach myrtle beach sunrise ocean pier sea water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/myrtle-beach-sunrise Thu, 07 Oct 2021 07:17:04 GMT
Broadway Ferris https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/broadway-ferris Just couldn't resist the night colors. Shot with my phone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 amusements broadway ferris broadway on the beach cmdphotos © 2021 color lights ridws https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/broadway-ferris Tue, 05 Oct 2021 05:51:25 GMT
Flaming Hibiscus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/flaming-hibiscus Yes, this is it's true colors! Shot with my phone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-21 cmdphotos © 2021 colors flaming hibiscus flower iphone 12 pro max nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/10/flaming-hibiscus Sat, 02 Oct 2021 10:17:07 GMT
Sensual Purple https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/9/sensual-purple I like to think that sometimes I see things that other people don't. Taken with my phone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-21 beauty close up cmdphotos ©2021 flower iphone 12 pro max nature sensual purple https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/9/sensual-purple Mon, 27 Sep 2021 19:53:26 GMT
Coming or Going https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/9/coming-or-going Title says it all. Which is it?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-21 birds cmdphotos ©2021 coming or going flight kure beach nature nc ocean pelicans sea sunrise water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/9/coming-or-going Mon, 13 Sep 2021 10:00:10 GMT
Soft Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/9/soft-light Nice light.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-21 cmdphotos © 2021 flower nature plant soft light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/9/soft-light Wed, 08 Sep 2021 11:39:17 GMT
Water Lilly One Third Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/9/water-lilly-one-third-light Waited a little to take this picture and have the one third of light on the stamen.

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Light Trail https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/8/light-trail Really Like the dimension.

 

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Cool Tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/8/cool-tree Really liked this tree by Blue Note Grill. Taken with phone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ©2021 8-21 cmdphotos cool tree flowers leaves nature plant tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/8/cool-tree Tue, 17 Aug 2021 00:17:15 GMT
Dueling Butterflies https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/8/dueling-butterflies Caught these two at Eno River with my phone camera. Really like the flowers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-21 bugs butterflies cmdphotos ©2021 dueling butterflies flowers insects iphone 12 pro max nature plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/8/dueling-butterflies Wed, 04 Aug 2021 10:47:34 GMT
That Moment https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/that-moment It gives me that feeling when you are just a few steps away from being on the beach for the first time of the year and having sand on your toes.

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Lilly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/lilly Just a shot with my phone camera in my yard.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-21 cmdphotos ©2021 flower iphone 12 pro max lilly nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/lilly Mon, 26 Jul 2021 06:25:07 GMT
Bark Abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/bark-abstract Found this bark laying in the water. Maybe from Sycamore tree. I liked the texture and abstract design, also in relationship to the stones in water.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-21 abstract bark bark abstract cmdphotos ©2021 nature water wood https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/bark-abstract Wed, 21 Jul 2021 06:08:08 GMT
Yellow Monarch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/yellow-monarch Interesting flower and pretty butterfly.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-21 bugs butterfly cmdphotos ©2021 eno river insects nature nc river water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/yellow-monarch Fri, 16 Jul 2021 09:34:57 GMT
Red Water Lilly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/red-water-lilly I used the leaves to balance the flower. Shot with my phone.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-21 cmdphotos ©2021 flower lilly nature plant red water lilly water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/red-water-lilly Tue, 13 Jul 2021 08:28:14 GMT
Honey Bee on Clover https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/honey-bee-on-clover Picture isn't anything that special. Shot this with phone. It's just that you just don't see many Honey Bees anymore.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-21 bee bug cmdphotos © 2021 flower honey bee on clover insect nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/honey-bee-on-clover Sun, 11 Jul 2021 09:49:12 GMT
Purple Yard Iris https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/purple-yard-iris Another flower from the garden shot with my phone.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-12 cmdphotos ©2021 flowers iphone 12 pro max iris nature plants purple yard iris spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/7/purple-yard-iris Sat, 03 Jul 2021 22:05:21 GMT
Tides of Time https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/tides-of-time Time motion shot. It has an "abstract" calming feel even though you can see the rush.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-21 abstract beach cmdphotos ©2021 kure beach motion ocean sunrise tides of time water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/tides-of-time Fri, 25 Jun 2021 10:53:19 GMT
Sunset Romance https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/sunset-romance Really liked how the sun gave a great atmosphere.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-21 cmdphotos ©2021 people sea sun sunset romance water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/sunset-romance Fri, 18 Jun 2021 09:30:32 GMT
Rhododendron https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/rhododendron Just another flower in my garden.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-12 cmdphotos ©2021 flowers house iphone 12 pro max nature plants rhododendron https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/rhododendron Tue, 15 Jun 2021 02:45:38 GMT
Moon Over Atlantic https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/moon-over-atlantic Liked the lines.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12 beach cmdphotos ©2021 dunes kure beach moon moon over atlantic ocean https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/moon-over-atlantic Sat, 12 Jun 2021 03:54:02 GMT
Cold Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/cold-water This little guy even looked cold. Still he had a nice warm glow on him from the sun coming up.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-21 birds cmdphotos ©2021 cold water kure beach moon nc ocean sea sunrise water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/cold-water Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:24:11 GMT
Sunrise Serenade 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/sunrise-serenade-2 I wanted to capture the whole feeling of the sunrise.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-21 beach cmdphotos ©2021 kure beach ocean sunrise sunrise serenade water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/sunrise-serenade-2 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 09:23:55 GMT
Painted Moon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/painted-moon The sun was rising over the ocean as the Moon was setting. Yeah, it's just a picture of the moon, but I like how the sun gave such pretty colors around the moon and clouds.

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Springing Hydrangea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/springing-hydrangea Shot this in my garden with my phone. Can't hardly make it out of the house with out wanting to take a picture.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-21 cmdphotos ©2021 flower growth iphone 12 pro max new plant spring springing hydrangea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/6/springing-hydrangea Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:34:18 GMT
Sunrise Kure Beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/sunrise-kure-beach Really liked the birds adding depth to the picture.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-21 birds cmdphotos ©2021 kure beach nc ocean sea sunrise sunrise kure beach water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/sunrise-kure-beach Sat, 29 May 2021 08:13:28 GMT
Trolling https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/trolling This Pelican was just gliding along the tip of the wave with such grace and ease. You can even see his shadow across the raise of the wave. There even seems to be a tiny school of fish in the middle of the wave.

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Purple Iris https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/purple-iris Shot this with my phone in my backyard.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12 close-up cmdphotos ©2021 flowers house iphone 12 pro max nature plants purple iris https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/purple-iris Mon, 24 May 2021 06:00:33 GMT
Luna Moth https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/luna-moth These moths are just so beautiful.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) bug close-up cmdphotos ©2021 insect luna moth nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/luna-moth Sat, 22 May 2021 10:04:21 GMT
Dawn Sea Duties https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/dawn-sea-duties I wanted the strong sea wave in the foreground in order to give depth to the image.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-21 birds cmdphotos ©2021 dawn sea duties kure beach nc ocean ocean sea sunrise water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/dawn-sea-duties Thu, 20 May 2021 05:31:10 GMT
White Peony https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/white-peony Peonies fist developed popularity in the 1800. This is one of the flowers growing in my yard that I shot with my cell phone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1800's 5-12 close-up cmdphotos ©2021 flowers iphone 12 pro max nature peony flower plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/white-peony Mon, 17 May 2021 10:16:52 GMT
Yellow Iris https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/yellow-iris Taken in my backyard with my iPhone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12 close-up cmdphotos ©2021 flowers iphone 12 pro max nature plants yellow iris https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/yellow-iris Sat, 15 May 2021 09:18:19 GMT
Sunrise Senada https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/sunrise-senada Early in the morning to catch the boats, birds and the sun rising over the ocean.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-21 birds boat cmdphotos ©2021 kure beach nc ocean sea sunrise sunset senada water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/sunrise-senada Thu, 13 May 2021 07:46:24 GMT
Catching the Curl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/catching-the-curl I liked the backlit silhouette of the surfer.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-21 catching the curl cmdphotos ©2021 kure beach nc ocean sea surfing water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/catching-the-curl Tue, 11 May 2021 09:19:10 GMT
Sandpiper https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/sandpiper This little guy is fun to watch. I liked how the morning sun was illuminating his back.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-21 Animals Birds CMDPHOTOS ©2021 Kure Beach Moon Morning Nature NC Ocean Sandpiper Sea Sunrise Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/sandpiper Fri, 07 May 2021 09:11:03 GMT
Sunset Paddle Board https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/sunset-paddle-board I used no filters for this image. The orange light from the sun colored the sea this color.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-21 cmdphotos ©2021 kure beach leisure nc ocean sea sunset sunset paddle board water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/sunset-paddle-board Wed, 05 May 2021 06:35:41 GMT
Backlit Pelican https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/backlit-pelican Really liked the way the light showed through the Pelicans feathers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-21 Animals Backlit Pelican Birds CMDPHOTOS ©2021 Kure Beach Nature NC Ocean Pelican Sea Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/backlit-pelican Mon, 03 May 2021 08:51:52 GMT
Pelican Peruse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/pelican-peruse Cool the way they sail across the top of the water. Pelican's travel the front of a wave for the fish that come up to the top of the wave.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-21 birds cmdphotos ©2021 kure beach nc ocean pelican pelican peruse sea water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/5/pelican-peruse Sun, 02 May 2021 08:02:46 GMT
Light through Daffodils https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/4/light-through-daffodils Just playin around with my phone camera. HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-21 cmdphotos ©2021 daffodils flowers iphone 12 pro max light through daffodils nature plants sun https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/4/light-through-daffodils Sun, 04 Apr 2021 07:05:11 GMT
Pretty Bird https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/3/pretty-bird Come on...isn't this the face every mother could love?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ©2-21 animal bird close-up cmdphotos nature ostrich pretty bird sa https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/3/pretty-bird Thu, 25 Mar 2021 11:43:54 GMT
South Africa Waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/3/south-africa-waterfall I like all the greenery and rock formations.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-21 cmdphotos ©2021 geographical locations landscage nature sa scenic south africa waterfall water waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/3/south-africa-waterfall Fri, 05 Mar 2021 09:38:33 GMT
Leaf Abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/leaf-abstract If you stare long enough the leaves suspend themselves from the fence. Just really liked the shapes of the leaves, colors, little wisps and textures.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-21 art cmdphotos ©2021 colors dimension leaf abstract shapes textures https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/leaf-abstract Fri, 26 Feb 2021 10:56:32 GMT
Nature's Organ https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/natures-organ I love this photo. It's so much fun. If you've ever stared at the clouds to try and see things in the cloud's shapes, this is a ton better.  If the picture could be presented larger, you would see more shapes that take your imagination in every part you look. The textures, colors and shapes alone are really interesting. How did nature create so many different shaped and colored strands all in the same place. Warning: If you stare at one spot in the picture to long you will go blind! Ok, well, it all depends on your definition of to long and imagination.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-21 abstract cave cmdphotos ©2021- color longest cave natures organ organ shapes south africa texture https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/natures-organ Mon, 22 Feb 2021 07:40:29 GMT
Nature's Michelangelo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/natures-michelangelo An AMAZING cave I shot in South Africa. All the different textures. All the millennium it took to form this. The bigger it is the more you can see stuff in the formations. I see dinosaur poop and Michelangelo's David just for starters. Yes it takes some imagination.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2021 nature's michelangelo south africa cave landscape 2-21 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/natures-michelangelo Fri, 19 Feb 2021 12:53:09 GMT
Downy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/downy Cute little guy.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-21 animal bird cmdphotos ©2021 downy nature woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/downy Mon, 15 Feb 2021 11:26:28 GMT
Curious in This Day and Age https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/curious-in-this-day-and-age Does Reality follow Video or Does Video follow Reality?

1. Plot Line: People are to self-absorbed to realize they are making the Pandemic worse. They're just hangin out like normal till they make the big one come.

2. Plot Line: Traitors to the Constitution. Enemies within the ranks. Tyranny's attempt. Will the good guys win?

3. Godzilla vs. King Kong.

4. Avengers: Infinity War

5. Abbott and Costello Go to Mars (1953)

6. The Love Bug (1968)

7. The Men Who Awoke: 1933 series of short stories

Did we make it into a future for ourselves because of video or did video just predict the future? Many movies have been made with these same themes as above. My personal favorite type of movies for this purpose is zombie movies. History movies are forgotten.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2021 something to think about which movie will come true next? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/curious-in-this-day-and-age Wed, 10 Feb 2021 05:41:25 GMT
Disillusioned Heart https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/disillusioned-heart Really cool leaves.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-21 cmdphotos ©2021 disillusioned heart leaves nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/disillusioned-heart Tue, 09 Feb 2021 12:25:42 GMT
Yellow Finch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/yellow-finch I believe this is the female.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animals bird cmdphotos ©2020 nature yellow finch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/yellow-finch Thu, 04 Feb 2021 06:28:10 GMT
Photographer of the Year https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/photographer-of-the-year OK, so I didn't win. However, I did beat out close to a half a million other photographers in the world. Not bad since I didn't even enter the competition or pick out the picture. Viewbug.com did it themselves. Also, considering that I never ask for votes, I did pretty well. I do have many awards and achievements.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) . 10% 1-21 art award photographer of the year competition photography top viewbug.com https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/2/photographer-of-the-year Tue, 02 Feb 2021 06:11:38 GMT
Blue Bird https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/blue-bird Sitting there looking so Astute!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-21 animals bird blue bird cmdphotos ©2020 nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/blue-bird Sun, 31 Jan 2021 01:19:27 GMT
Cool Wall Paper https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/cool-wall-paper The longer I stare at this the more I see. I like the flow of the flower's lines. The blurry leaves on the left side keep changing images that I see. I see an Asian Panda sitting with a skinny head and right arm pointing away. I see a man or monkey with a big mouth and his nose is almost touching the left edge of the photo. I could go on. It's fun when images do that. Kinda like looking up at puffy clouds. I could easily turn this picture into a border runner along the wall. I applied artistic brushes to the image which can be seen more the larger the image.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-21 art cmdphotos ©2021 cool wall paper design flowers nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/cool-wall-paper Thu, 21 Jan 2021 12:39:47 GMT
Awesome Jet https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/awesome-jet Coolest jet I've ever seen. A Fighter would be cooler, but for a jet I like the clean lines and the placement of the engines. There looks like a round dish on top. If that's the case then it maybe a reconnaissance jet. It could just be a part connecting the engines to the plane.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-21 aircraft awesome jet cmdphotos ©2021 crosswinds jet jordan lake sky transportation https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/awesome-jet Mon, 18 Jan 2021 10:24:07 GMT
Zoned https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/zoned I have felt this way before. You just stare mesmerized by the water's surface. For that moment, you look out and that's all you need.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-21 border collie cmdphotos ©2020 dog jordan lake lake water zoned https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/zoned Wed, 13 Jan 2021 11:55:59 GMT
Here's Looking at You Kid https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/heres-looking-at-you-kid I just couldn't help myself with the title.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animals bird black-capped chickadees cmdphotos ©2020 here's looking at you kid nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/heres-looking-at-you-kid Sun, 10 Jan 2021 11:47:26 GMT
World Photography Competition https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/world-photography-competition Ok, usually I don't bother posting these, but considering I did not enter this competition, the international professional photography website (Viewbug.com) entered and selected this picture and it still beat out well over half a million pictures from around the world, I thought was note worthy. I also never ask for votes.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-21 cmdphotos © 2021 viewbug.com world photography competition https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/world-photography-competition Thu, 07 Jan 2021 21:19:52 GMT
International Photographers Website Viewbug.com Top 10% Photographer Award https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/international-photographers-website-viewbug-com-top-10-photographer-award I usually don't even post these anymore because it's not top 10 as in past, but considering I only uploaded 19 photos and never entered a contest myself, Top 10% in the world is still cool. Below are from Viewbug.com and Viewbug themselves entered my pictures into competitions, I did not. I also, never asked anyone to vote for me.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-21 2020 cmdphotos top 10% viewbug.com https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/international-photographers-website-viewbug-com-top-10-photographer-award Tue, 05 Jan 2021 21:47:05 GMT
Pretty Maids All in a Row https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/pretty-maids-all-in-a-row I like the way this plant almost makes it's own bouquets.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-21 cmdphotos ©2020 flowers nature plant pretty maids all in a row https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/pretty-maids-all-in-a-row Sun, 03 Jan 2021 12:42:51 GMT
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2021 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/happy-new-year-2021 Happy New Year to all my clients, students, family and friends. Being that we are in the middle of a Pandemic, I thought I'd do something a little different this year. So, for all of you who missed the ball drop in Time Square, I did this animated graphic from one photo, so you don't have to miss it. LOL. Be safe!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 01-21 animation ball drop cmdphotos © 2021 fireworks happy new year 2021 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2021/1/happy-new-year-2021 Fri, 01 Jan 2021 10:10:34 GMT
Smiling Cardinal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/smiling-cardinal I know I know, but I could swear he's smiling!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-20 animals bird cardinal cmdphotos ©2020 nature smiling cardinal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/smiling-cardinal Mon, 28 Dec 2020 08:31:23 GMT
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/merry-christmas To all my family, friends, clients and anyone who has been appreciating my work, I hope you have a safe, wonderful and Merry Christmas!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-2020 holiday merry christmas https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/merry-christmas Fri, 25 Dec 2020 06:42:34 GMT
Twilight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/twilight Puppy water Frisbee at dusk. The silhouette worked well with the vibrant colors coming off the lake.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-20 cmdphotos ©2020 companionship crosswinds jordan lake sunset twilight water water frisbee https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/twilight Thu, 24 Dec 2020 10:52:24 GMT
Hot Mist in Vegas https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/hot-mist-in-vegas It was actually cold there that day, but the sun came through the mist making the image look hot and glowing in the background of the Stratosphere Tower.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) hot mist in vegas 12-20 architecture cmdphotos ©2020 fog landscape las vegas mist mountains stratosphere tower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/hot-mist-in-vegas Wed, 23 Dec 2020 07:34:58 GMT
Fur Bells https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/fur-bells I think nature can come up with such interesting shapes.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flowers fur bells plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/fur-bells Sun, 20 Dec 2020 08:03:03 GMT
Red-bellied Woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/red-bellied-woodpecker The Red-bellied Woodpecker is named for its light red belly, but because it so often has its belly against the tree, we often don't notice any hint of red except on the head.

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-20 animals bird cmdphotos ©2020 nature red-bellied woodpecker woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/red-bellied-woodpecker Mon, 14 Dec 2020 10:03:11 GMT
Iris in Detail https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/iris-in-detail Love the Shape of the Petals.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-20 close-up cmdphotos ©2020 flower iris iris in detail nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/iris-in-detail Thu, 10 Dec 2020 10:41:17 GMT
Woody Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/woody-flower I believe these "flowers" grow more in the shade. I think they are really interesting because of their wood like texture. This is the closest I have gotten to a good shot of them. Partially I think because of their flat texture.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-20 calyxes cmdphotos ©2020 flower nature plant shade woody flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/woody-flower Tue, 08 Dec 2020 11:46:43 GMT
Clover Like Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/clover-like-flower Not sure what plant this is, but the flower looked similar to Clover. The flower was only about a half to one inch wide.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-20 clover like flower cmdphotos ©2020 flower nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/12/clover-like-flower Sat, 05 Dec 2020 05:26:30 GMT
South African Sunset 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/south-african-sunset-2 I thought the rocks made for an interesting silhouette.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-20 cmdphotos ©2020 ocean sa sea silhouette south africa south african sunset 2 sunset water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/south-african-sunset-2 Mon, 30 Nov 2020 11:27:31 GMT
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/happy-thanksgiving Happy Thanksgiving to all my Family, Friends, Students and Clients! We might be in the middle of a Pandemic were America has become the joke of the world, but we still have many things to be thankful for! I wish you all health and enjoyment for this holiday season.

Happy Thanksgiving!Happy Thanksgiving!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2020 corn happy thanksgiving! holiday pumpkin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/happy-thanksgiving Thu, 26 Nov 2020 11:15:05 GMT
Strange Calyxes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/strange-calyxes Unusual plant has one big leaf.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-20 calyxes cmdphotos ©2020 flower nature nc botanical gardens plant strange calyxes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/strange-calyxes Tue, 24 Nov 2020 09:53:03 GMT
Hanging Rose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/hanging-rose Light worked out really well here.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2020 flower hanging rose life plant rose still https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/hanging-rose Tue, 17 Nov 2020 09:58:52 GMT
Jordan Lake Forest https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/jordan-lake-forest Interesting Landscape. I singled this one out.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-20 cmdphotos ©2020 environment jordan lake forest trees water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/jordan-lake-forest Sun, 15 Nov 2020 10:21:24 GMT
South Africa Coastline https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/south-africa-coastline Cool how many varieties of environments in one area.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-20 cmdphotos ©2020 ocean sa sea shore south africa sunset water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/south-africa-coastline Mon, 09 Nov 2020 07:51:58 GMT
Subtle Mist https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/subtle-mist I love how the mist seems to outline the various mountain ranges as the sun starts to break through to the day.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-20 arizona cmdphotos ©2020 dawn fog landscape morning mountains nature subtle mist https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/subtle-mist Thu, 05 Nov 2020 11:40:40 GMT
South African Sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/south-african-sunset Really liked the dimension of the picture and the fog or mist surrounding the area.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-20 2009 cmdphotos ©2020 ocean sa sea south africa sunset water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/11/south-african-sunset Mon, 02 Nov 2020 12:37:22 GMT
Morning Foray https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/10/morning-foray I was busy taking pictures of the moon when this Osprey decided to fly by.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-20 bird cmdphotos ©2020 jordan lake moon morning foray nature nc osprey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/10/morning-foray Mon, 12 Oct 2020 05:32:35 GMT
Jordan Lake Sunset Sky https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/10/jordan-lake-sunset-sky Just imagine being able to see it at that angle.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-2-20 cmdphotos ©2020 jet jordan lake jordan lake sunset sky nature sunset water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/10/jordan-lake-sunset-sky Sat, 10 Oct 2020 10:33:18 GMT
Pier Pleasure https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/10/pier-pleasure I enjoy hangin out at the pier....only I use a fishing pole.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-20 bird cmdphotos ©2020 great white egret nature ocean pier pleasure sea shore https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/10/pier-pleasure Wed, 07 Oct 2020 08:37:26 GMT
Jordan Lake Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/10/jordan-lake-silhouette During sunset the water had this beautiful color reflected in the water.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-20 animals bella camping cmdphotos ©2020 dogs jordan lake jordan lake silhouette lake front nature rv vacation 2020 water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/10/jordan-lake-silhouette Thu, 01 Oct 2020 10:10:55 GMT
Portrait of a Lion https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/portrait-of-a-lion Really liked the soft lighting on the Lion.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-20 animals cmdphotos ©2020 king of the jungle lion male nature portrait of a lion https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/portrait-of-a-lion Mon, 28 Sep 2020 07:15:11 GMT
Jordan Lake Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-water Mmmmmm...the water.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-20 cmdphotos ©2020 jordan lake jordan lake water nc rv camping sunset water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-water Fri, 25 Sep 2020 07:40:37 GMT
Jordan Lake Sunset 4 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-sunset-4 Another Sunset at Jordan Lake. Which one did you like better?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-20 cmdphotos ©2020 jordan lake jordan lake sunset 4 nature rv camping sunset water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-sunset-4 Wed, 23 Sep 2020 05:57:52 GMT
Jordan Lake Sunset 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-sunset-3 Found this really nice textured tree to basically kind off frame the sunset.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-20 cmdphotos ©2020 jordan lake jordan lake sunset 3 nature rv camping sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-sunset-3 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 07:27:02 GMT
Right Red https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/right-red Really liked the light coming in on these flowers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-20 art work cmdphotos ©2020 flower light nature plant right red https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/right-red Sat, 19 Sep 2020 09:22:10 GMT
Jordan Lake Waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-waves Love the pattern and color of the waves. Gets better the larger it is.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) camping cmdphotos ©2020 jordan lake jordan lake waves lake front nature rv sunset vacation 2020 water waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-waves Thu, 17 Sep 2020 09:56:16 GMT
Jordan Lake Osprey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-osprey Caught this Osprey going over my camp sight on Jordan Lake.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) bird camping cmdphotos ©2020 jordan lake jordan lake osprey lake front nature rv vacation 2020 water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-osprey Sun, 13 Sep 2020 09:36:00 GMT
Jordan Lake Sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-sunset Took this while on vacation at Jordan Lake.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-20 boat camping cmdphotos ©2020 jordan lake jordan lake sunset lake front nature water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/jordan-lake-sunset Fri, 11 Sep 2020 08:25:58 GMT
Head Dress ReDress https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/head-dress-redress Took many brushes to do this painting.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) abstraction cmdphotos ©2020 color head dress redressed indian art https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/9/head-dress-redress Sun, 06 Sep 2020 08:18:42 GMT
Rhino Friend https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/rhino-friend Bet ya thought it was an elephant. I call this Rhino my friend because he didn't kill me. I was at one point 2-3 feet away from his head. He is one of the most dangerous animals after all. Interesting story.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) africa animals cmdphotos ©2020 full body mammals nature rhino friend wild https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/rhino-friend Mon, 31 Aug 2020 10:01:14 GMT
My Friend https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/my-friend Can you guess what animal this is? Yes I was this close up.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-20. africa animals cmdphotos ©2020 my friend nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/my-friend Fri, 28 Aug 2020 05:59:12 GMT
Horse Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/horse-light Flash Back Friday! Still love the reflection in this. Saw the light coming threw the glass and had to shoot it. Shot with film (OMG what is that?).

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos © 2020 crystal film horse light reflections still life window light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/horse-light Fri, 21 Aug 2020 10:50:48 GMT
Days Gone By https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/days-gone-by Lots of cool old products and Advertising on this building. Would be better if it could be blown up larger than allowed here.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) "cmdphotos ©2020" "gas station" 8-20 barn cmdphotos ©2020 country days gone by eclectic old timey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/days-gone-by Wed, 19 Aug 2020 09:26:21 GMT
Lilly Flower Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/lilly-flower-design The light was perfect.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flower lilly flower design lily nature nc botanical gardens negative positive https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/lilly-flower-design Sun, 16 Aug 2020 07:51:56 GMT
Luna Moth Late Night Catch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/luna-moth-late-night-catch Was gettin a bit dark when I saw this young Luna Moth. Glad he didn't mind my phone.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-20 backyard bug cmdphotos ©2020 giant silk moth insect luna moth luna moth late nite catch nature phone camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/luna-moth-late-night-catch Wed, 12 Aug 2020 08:19:55 GMT
Hummingbird in Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/hummingbird-in-flight Matching colors, so how do we separate? Had to use a high speed for the shutter speed. Hummingbird in FlightHummingbird in Flight

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-20 animal birds cmdphotos ©2020 hummingbird hummingbird in flight nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/hummingbird-in-flight Mon, 10 Aug 2020 09:03:58 GMT
Museum Abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/museum-abstract Retro. I did this image in 2014, but never posted it. Can you guess what it might be?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-20 abstract art museum artistic cmdphotos ©2014 museum abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/museum-abstract Sat, 08 Aug 2020 08:07:19 GMT
Lunar Eclipse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/lunar-eclipse Oops. Forgot to add the eclipse. Sorry. Guess it was kinda Shady. All kidding aside, I do think the Penumbral Lunar Eclipse actually helped capture more detail of the moons surface. Not to bad from only 400mm.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-20 cmdphotos ©2020 eclipse hummingbird moon moon eclipse nature night penumbral lunar eclipse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/lunar-eclipse Mon, 03 Aug 2020 06:02:11 GMT
No Pants...No Shoes...No Jacket.......No Service. https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/no-pants-no-shoes-no-jacket-no-service Ummm....wouldn't that be Discrimination Against Shoeless People?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ©2020 8-20 close-up cmdphotos ©2020 conceptual metaphor no pants...no shoes...no jacket.....no service. summer play https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/8/no-pants-no-shoes-no-jacket-no-service Sat, 01 Aug 2020 05:46:53 GMT
Hanging Rock Mountain and Falls Student Location Shoot https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/hanging-rock-mountain-and-falls-student-location-shoot The only time I actually got in the picture. Taken during my Nature/Landscape class.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-9-14 2nd class cave cmdphotos ©2014 fall leaves hanging rock state park lake nature/ landscape class nc students trail waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/hanging-rock-mountain-and-falls-student-location-shoot Tue, 28 Jul 2020 10:10:03 GMT
Life and Science Student Location Shoot https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/life-and-science-student-location-shoot Gee...I wonder what these students are tryin to take a picture of?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2020 college class life and science student location shoot students https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/life-and-science-student-location-shoot Mon, 27 Jul 2020 18:56:02 GMT
Photography Students at Duke Gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/photography-students-at-duke-gardens Yes, Duke Gardens, before they became a money hungry pathetic place.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2009 class cmdphotos ©2009 duke gardens photography students https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/photography-students-at-duke-gardens Sat, 25 Jul 2020 08:12:29 GMT
Students and Jr. NBA https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/students-and-jr-nba This one goes back to 2010 when I was teaching a Sports Photography Class. These students were troopers! We had just had a big snow (well...for NC) and Durham Tech. cancelled classes. However, the sports event was still going, so my students did too!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2010 basketball class sports sports photography class students https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/students-and-jr-nba Thu, 23 Jul 2020 09:51:44 GMT
Pose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/pose In this COVID-9 crazy world where classes will now be online, I thought a look back to the good ole days were the students went on a fun location shoot together for class would be timely. At the location shoot below our model hung in there for about 30 minutes. The Rat snake was very calm considering all the students taking pictures of him.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-16 class cmdphotos ©2016 dpbb 4-16 fort fisher nature nature landscape class ocean reptile snake students https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/pose Mon, 20 Jul 2020 08:45:38 GMT
Storm Sailing https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/storm-sailing It was a very stormy day at the ocean.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-20 activity beach carolina beach cmdphotos ©2020 kite surfing ocean sport storm sailing water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/storm-sailing Sat, 18 Jul 2020 09:35:41 GMT
Alien Mountains https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/alien-mountains I think it's incredible the shapes of these mountains. The sunset helped to emphasize the shapes.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) "alien mountain" 7-20 "sunset" silhouette mountains utah cmdphotos ©2020 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/alien-mountains Thu, 16 Jul 2020 08:09:17 GMT
Colorado River https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/colorado-river Sorry, this is just a sweet landscape. Many things to like about it.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2020 colorado river horseshoe bend landscape las vegas nature water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/colorado-river Tue, 14 Jul 2020 07:23:18 GMT
Cata https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/cata Really pretty for a Caterpillar. Like the Positive and negative space.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-20 bugs butterflies caterpillar cmdphotos ©2020 eno insects plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/cata Sat, 11 Jul 2020 08:55:51 GMT
Lily in the Dark https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/lily-in-the-dark Shot this Lily in my garden with my phone.

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Cartoon JD https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/cartoon-jd Just a fun shot I wanted to cartoon.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-20 artistic cartoon jd cmdphotos ©2020 fun https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/cartoon-jd Mon, 06 Jul 2020 07:01:03 GMT
4th of July https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/4th-of-july Happy Independence Day to all my family, friends, clients and students! Have a Safe one!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4th of july 7-20 cmdphotos ©2020 fireworks https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/4th-of-july Sat, 04 Jul 2020 09:21:42 GMT
Rose in the Sky https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/rose-in-the-sky It was a cloudy foggy morning and the roses hung over a trellis.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-20 abstraction cmdphotos ©2020 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants rose in the sky https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/7/rose-in-the-sky Fri, 03 Jul 2020 08:59:20 GMT
Nice Grill https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/nice-grill Someone did a really nice job on this front end.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-20 antique auto car cmdphotos ©2020 lgg4 machine metal nice grill https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/nice-grill Tue, 30 Jun 2020 09:38:14 GMT
Heron Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/heron-flight Just thought it was a nice close-up.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron heron flight jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/heron-flight Sun, 28 Jun 2020 12:08:09 GMT
Hydrangea 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/hydrangea-2 On the same plant next to the Purple and Blue flower was this lighter color. Not sure which I liked best.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flowers hydrangia nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/hydrangea-2 Fri, 26 Jun 2020 09:05:25 GMT
Nevada Wild Goats https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/nevada-wild-goats These guys just roam anywhere.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 animals cmdphotos ©2020 nature nevada wild goats https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/nevada-wild-goats Tue, 23 Jun 2020 11:34:26 GMT
Hydrangea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/hydrangea Really liked all the colors in this one.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flowers hydrangea nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/hydrangea Sun, 21 Jun 2020 08:54:10 GMT
Red Bud Spaces https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/red-bud-spaces Liked the Positive and Negative space. Shot at ISO 3200 because it was getting dark at dusk.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ©2020 5-20 cmdphotos nature plant positive and negative red bud red bud spaces https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/red-bud-spaces Fri, 19 Jun 2020 07:44:28 GMT
Hanging Rock Falls 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/hanging-rock-falls-2 Liked the many layers this has.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-20 cmdphotos ©2019 hanging rock hanging rock falls landscape nature nc waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/hanging-rock-falls-2 Mon, 15 Jun 2020 08:18:44 GMT
Spinach Mushroom Bacon Ham Sundried Tomato Quiche https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/spinach-mushroom-bacon-ham-sundried-tomato-quiche Don't normally post my cooking, but this was the best Quiche I've ever had and I was able to get an appetizing shot with my cellphone camera. So, what do ya think? Look appetizing?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12-20 cell camera cmdphotos ©2020 food quiche spinach mushroom bacon ham sundried tomato quiche https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/spinach-mushroom-bacon-ham-sundried-tomato-quiche Sun, 14 Jun 2020 08:20:24 GMT
Baby Praying Mantis https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/baby-praying-mantis Shot with my cellphone. This baby Praying Mantis was not much more than an eighth of an inch long.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-12-20 baby bugs cmdphotos ©2020 flowers insects lgg4 mantis" most nature praying praying mantis https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/baby-praying-mantis Fri, 12 Jun 2020 11:00:44 GMT
White GUll https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/white-gull Not anything fancy. Just a nice pic of a gull. Thing that intrigued me the most is how far from sea it is.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river white gull https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/white-gull Thu, 11 Jun 2020 11:31:23 GMT
Hanging Rock Falls 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/hanging-rock-falls-3 Really liked this portion of the waterfall, how the light was coming into it, but filtered, the water making white sprays of light and so much more. I had to hang from a tree over a Ravine to get this shot that was about 60 yards away. Definitely best seen on a large screen.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2020 hanging rock hanging rock falls 3 landscape nc water waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/hanging-rock-falls-3 Tue, 09 Jun 2020 10:35:33 GMT
Fern Tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/fern-tree I've always liked ferns for some reason. These baby ferns were growing on the moss side of a tree.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 520 cmdphotos ©2020 eno river mill fern moss nature plants tree tree fern https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/fern-tree Sat, 06 Jun 2020 10:21:52 GMT
Heron Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/heron-silhouette The Heron is basically silhouetted against the sky. There is a little detail left in the Heron to give it some shape. I waited for him to fly up between the blue and orange as the sun was rising. I've always liked silhouettes were you can tell what it is just by the shape.

Heron SilhouetteHeron Silhouette

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron heron silhouette jordan lake jordan lake damn lake morning light nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/heron-silhouette Fri, 05 Jun 2020 08:08:12 GMT
Leaf Cup https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/leaf-cup Close-up Butterfly.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 bugs butterflies cmdphotos ©2020 insects leaf cup nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/leaf-cup Wed, 03 Jun 2020 11:32:06 GMT
Dying Iris https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/dying-iris Even though old and dying, there is still beauty left to give. This Iris was close to falling off the stem. I took an artistic approach to emphasize the beauty I saw. Shot with my phone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 cmdphotos ©2020 dying iris flowers lg g4 5-8-20 pic lg g4 pics life nature plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/6/dying-iris Mon, 01 Jun 2020 09:46:20 GMT
Morning Heron https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/morning-heron Really liked the morning light on his face and the way he is looking out gives more depth. Shot at 3200 ISO.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron jordan lake jordan lake damn lake morning nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/morning-heron Sun, 31 May 2020 08:13:42 GMT
Utah Landscape https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/utah-landscape To those living in the West this is just an everyday landscape, but for those of us in the East it is unique to what we see every day.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-20 cmdphotos ©2020 landscape usa utah landscape west https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/utah-landscape Sat, 30 May 2020 09:41:52 GMT
Puppy Fun https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/puppy-fun This was Bella's first vacation to the beach. Just a phone shot for fun. I did like the design and lines.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 cmdphotos ©2020 design dog lg g pic and vid folder lg g4 pics puppy puppy fun https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/puppy-fun Fri, 29 May 2020 08:41:53 GMT
Heron's Catch 4 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-catch-4 Fish looks good enough to eat.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron heron's catch 3 jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-catch-4 Wed, 27 May 2020 11:09:12 GMT
Fall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/fall Liked the strong reflection of the Fall trees.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 cmdphotos ©2020 fall landscape porch reflections https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/fall Mon, 25 May 2020 11:01:04 GMT
Small Worlds https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/small-worlds Hopefully your screen is big enough to see the small subject. Life of an ant.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-19 ants cmdphotos ©2019 flowers nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/small-worlds Sat, 23 May 2020 09:33:31 GMT
Angles and Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/angles-and-design I like the inner angles. The moon was in the right spot. Kinda reminds me of flight.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-20 angles and design architecture arizona buildings cmdphotos ©2020 las vegas moon night time https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/angles-and-design Fri, 22 May 2020 09:24:35 GMT
Heron's Hunt https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-hunt Interesting to watch them hunt.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron heron's hunt jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-hunt Thu, 21 May 2020 08:46:32 GMT
Lilly in Yellow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/lilly-in-yellow I really like the detail from my cellphone camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flowers lg g4 pics lilly in yellow nature plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/lilly-in-yellow Wed, 20 May 2020 11:12:04 GMT
Cormorant By Two https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/cormorant-by-two Panning shot.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 cormorant by two jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/cormorant-by-two Mon, 18 May 2020 08:45:14 GMT
Desert Glow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/desert-glow I love this time of day where the sun light silhouettes its subject.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 cactus cmdphotos ©2020 dpbb 1-20 hoover dam las vegas light nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/desert-glow Sun, 17 May 2020 09:17:21 GMT
Baaah https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/baaah Interesting color and design.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 animals baaah cmdphotos ©2020 goat nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/baaah Sat, 16 May 2020 09:11:54 GMT
Heron's Catch 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-catch-3 Liked the reflection.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron heron's catch 3 jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-catch-3 Fri, 15 May 2020 11:33:47 GMT
Butterfly Eyes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/butterfly-eyes Just look at them peepers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 bugs butterflies butterfly eyes cmdphotos ©2020 insects nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/butterfly-eyes Thu, 14 May 2020 09:08:46 GMT
Heron Wheels Up https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/heron-wheels-up An unusual position.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron heron wheels up jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/heron-wheels-up Wed, 13 May 2020 12:50:44 GMT
Nevada Landscape https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/nevada-landscape Just thought the angle was cool. Shot out of a plane with my cellphone.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-20 cmdphotos ©2020 landscape nevada nevada landscape us https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/nevada-landscape Mon, 11 May 2020 07:32:21 GMT
Red Bud Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/red-bud-light The Dusk Light made the red leaf transparent. Always liked these leaves. Shot with my cellphone.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 cmdphotos ©2020 leaf leaves nature plant red bud red bud light spring transparent https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/red-bud-light Sun, 10 May 2020 07:12:19 GMT
Wolf Portrait https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/wolf-portrait Up close.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 animals cmdphotos ©2020 nature wolf wolf portrait wolves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/wolf-portrait Sat, 09 May 2020 11:37:19 GMT
Heron's Catch 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-catch-2 Caught this picture just after he caught his catch. I liked the diagonal design of the water to match the direction of the Heron.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron heron's catch 2 jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-catch-2 Fri, 08 May 2020 06:08:00 GMT
Hanging Butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/hanging-butterfly Hadn't seen one of these before. The blue was opalescent.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 bugs butterflies cmdphotos ©2020 flowers hanging butterfly insects nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/hanging-butterfly Thu, 07 May 2020 07:39:16 GMT
Lone Wolf https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/lone-wolf Looks like he's just enjoying the sun light.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 animals cmdphotos ©2020 lone wolf nature wolves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/lone-wolf Tue, 05 May 2020 09:55:55 GMT
Heron's Catch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-catch Right at the exact moment the Heron caught its prey.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron herons catch jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-catch Mon, 04 May 2020 09:03:05 GMT
Herons' Bristle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-bristle This is his full spread.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron heron's bristle jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/herons-bristle Sun, 03 May 2020 07:41:16 GMT
Portrait https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/portrait A very unusual angle. Just imagine if you looked like that. LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 birds cmdphotos ©2020 heron jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature portrait river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/portrait Sat, 02 May 2020 10:32:20 GMT
Orchid Dragon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/orchid-dragon Like the whiskers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flowers nature nc botanical gardens orchid dragon plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/5/orchid-dragon Fri, 01 May 2020 09:43:58 GMT
Blue Bird on a Stick https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/blue-bird-on-a-stick Really liked the background in this.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 animals birds blue bird on a stick cmdphotos ©2020 jordan lake jordan lake damn lake nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/blue-bird-on-a-stick Thu, 30 Apr 2020 08:19:14 GMT
Alpaca 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/alpaca-3 This is the third Alpaca in my Three Stooges Series.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 alpaca 3 animals cmdphotos ©2020 nature smile https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/alpaca-3 Tue, 28 Apr 2020 08:51:29 GMT
Purple Star https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/purple-star Beautiful simple flower. I like a lot about this image.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 cmdphotos ©2020 composition depth of field flowers light nature nc botanical gardens plants purple star https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/purple-star Mon, 27 Apr 2020 08:23:20 GMT
Long Drink https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/long-drink Liked the angle of the butterfly's tongue.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 bugs butterflies cmdphotos ©2020 flowers insects long drink nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/long-drink Sun, 26 Apr 2020 08:45:20 GMT
Abstract Mallard https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/abstract-mallard Really liked the abstract nature of the water.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-20 abstract abstract mallard birds cmdphotos ©2020 design duck las vegas nature water water fowl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/abstract-mallard Fri, 24 Apr 2020 08:40:17 GMT
Daffodil Expression https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/daffodil-expression Artistic rendition of a Daffodil close up. Best when viewed on computer.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 artistic cmdphotos ©2020 daffodil expression drawing flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/daffodil-expression Thu, 23 Apr 2020 07:22:06 GMT
Alpaca 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/alpaca-2 Sometimes you feel like a nut.....

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 alpaca 2 animals cmdphotos ©2020 funny nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/alpaca-2 Wed, 22 Apr 2020 10:34:44 GMT
Close Sip https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/close-sip Liked the texture in the butterfly wings.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 bugs butterflies close sip cmdphotos ©2020 flowers insects nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/close-sip Tue, 21 Apr 2020 10:31:29 GMT
Toadshade https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/toadshade Been wanting to get a decent picture of this plant for a long while. Hard to get. This ones not to bad.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plant toadshade https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/toadshade Sun, 19 Apr 2020 10:33:36 GMT
Goldeneye https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/goldeneye Unique eyes for Ducks. Liked reflected sky off the water. Does this bird have a crazy hair-do or what?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 animals birds cmdphotos ©2020 duck goldeneye nature water fowl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/goldeneye Sat, 18 Apr 2020 09:06:56 GMT
Transparent https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/transparent Liked this angle with the butterfly looking down and his shape in the leaf.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 bugs butterflies cmdphotos ©2020 insects nature plants transparent https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/transparent Fri, 17 Apr 2020 07:24:30 GMT
Wild African Violet https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/wild-african-violet While a very common Spring Flower, The Wild African Violet is only about a half inch wide and often overlooked.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plant wild african violet https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/wild-african-violet Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:29:19 GMT
Lemur Really https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/lemur-really Just couldn't resist this one.

 

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Happy Easter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/happy-easter Happy Easter to all my Friends, Family, Students and Clients.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 beach cmdphotos ©2020 happy easter he has risen holiday sun rise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/happy-easter Sun, 12 Apr 2020 08:06:05 GMT
May Apple https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/may-apple Beautiful wild flower grows in early Spring.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flowers may apple nature nc botanical gardens plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/may-apple Fri, 10 Apr 2020 09:49:41 GMT
Hangin Butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/hangin-butterfly Thought it was a unique angle for Butterfly hanging upside down and light that is affecting the Butterfly.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 bug butterflies cmdphotos ©2020 hangin butterfly insect nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/hangin-butterfly Thu, 09 Apr 2020 10:59:34 GMT
Alpaca 1 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/alpaca-1 Doin a few funny Alpaca pics.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 alpaca 1 animals cmdphotos ©2020 funny nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/alpaca-1 Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:00:41 GMT
New Growth https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/new-growth Just as nice as any flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-20 cmdphotos ©2020 leaves nature new growth plants spring trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/new-growth Tue, 07 Apr 2020 07:36:05 GMT
Butterfly on Leaf https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/butterfly-on-leaf Liked how the outline of the butterfly and leaf repeated the form of an open winged butterfly.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-20 bugs butterflies butterfly on leaf cmdphotos ©2020 insect nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/butterfly-on-leaf Sun, 05 Apr 2020 08:47:55 GMT
Winter Cardinal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/winter-cardinal Shallow DoF for bird.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-20 animal birds cmdphotos ©2020 nature nc botanical gardens winter cardinal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/winter-cardinal Sat, 04 Apr 2020 10:24:40 GMT
Forest Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/forest-flower Nice early Spring flower.

 

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Butterfly Bar https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/4/butterfly-bar Chose the background brighter than the foreground.

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Downy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/downy Caught this guy scurrying up a tree.

 

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Spring Crocus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/spring-crocus Beautifully small simple flowers growing from the winter debris.

 

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Butterfly in Blue https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/butterfly-in-blue The realistic one is nice, but I like this more abstract one better. The larger you look at it the better you can see the designs.

 

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Mallard Swirled https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/mallard-swirled Liked the colors of the duck with the colors of the water. Shot at ISO 12,800.

 

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Daffodils in Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/daffodils-in-light Loved how translucent the flowers are.

 

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Arizona Mountains https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/arizona-mountains Well, this may be a semi common scene for westerners, but I thought it was kind of cool. Again, shot out of a moving bus.

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Antelope Canyon, Arizona https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/antelope-canyon-arizona A combination of Light, Shadows and Color.

 

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Orchids in a Row https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/orchids-in-a-row Really liked the light highlighting just the 3 orchids.

 

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Butterfly Online https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/butterfly-online Shallow Depth of Field.

 

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Malard Abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/malard-abstract Really liked the design in the water. Shot at 12,800 ISO.

 

Malard AbstractMalard Abstract

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High Roller https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/high-roller Like the light and the lines.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/high-roller Sun, 15 Mar 2020 09:01:30 GMT
Show Birds https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/show-birds I swear this Cockatoo was actually posing for the camera!  Shot this at 12,800 ISO.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/show-birds Sat, 14 Mar 2020 08:21:17 GMT
Arizona Trail https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/arizona-trail I like the scale and perspective.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/arizona-trail Fri, 13 Mar 2020 03:05:20 GMT
Good Morning Utah https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/good-morning-utah Always love these type of mountain scenes.

 

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Interesting Environment https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/interesting-environment What can I say? The picture says it all. Again, shot through the window of a moving bus.

 

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Hillsborough, NC https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/hillsborough-nc Just an interesting city scene.

 

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Yellow Lilly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/yellow-lilly Exercise in use of color and light for separation.

 

Yellow LillyYellow Lilly

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Smooth Lines https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/3/smooth-lines The water was pretty still. So, when the boat made these waves, it made a beautiful pattern in a crystal blue Lake Mead. The picture shows a starting point and the lines lead you to the boat.

 

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Lake Mead https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/lake-mead What can I say about this one. I like it for so many reasons. How often do you get to see pointed peaks on mountains. I like the water reflections before the island and how it contrasts with the obscurity of the water in back of the island. The mountains themselves have so many different colors and textures that I believe is rare to find.

 

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Upper Antelope Canyon 16 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/upper-antelope-canyon-16 This is so cool. Just a neat area.

 

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Moon Over Utah https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/moon-over-utah Not to bad for shooting through a window of a moving bus.

 

Moon Over UtahMoon Over Utah

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Flamingo Rd. https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/flamingo-rd Just an interesting moment in Time.

 

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Upper Antelope Canyon 14 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/upper-antelope-canyon-14 Like the contrasting texture of the center rock.

 

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Interesting Advertising https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/interesting-advertising I wanted the style of the photograph to match the image. Somebody really put in some effort to build this home made advertising.

 

Interesting AdvertisingInteresting Advertising

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-20 arizona cmdphotos ©2020 hand made interesting advertising page unique https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/interesting-advertising Mon, 17 Feb 2020 09:41:36 GMT
Upper Antelope Canyon 9 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/upper-antelope-canyon-9 The Indian guide often suggests seeing things in the rock formations.

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Happy Valentines Day! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/happy-valentines-day Hope you all have someone to Love!

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Upper Antelope Canyon 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/upper-antelope-canyon-3 Just amazing rock formation.

 

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Hoover Dam 1 and 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/hoover-dam-1-and-2 Through the years there have been many pictures taken of the Hoover Dam. I wanted to try getting a different angle than had been done before. As far as I can initially tell, this was a unique angle. I just can't decide which one I like better. One has the road as the dominant feature in the picture. The other splits the dominance with the river and bottom of the dam. Visually I like the vertical one better, but as documentary, the horizontal Illustrates the dam better. Sooo...please tell me which one you think is better? Thanks!

 

Hoover Dam 1Hoover Dam 1 Hoover Dam 2 (horizontal)Hoover Dam 2 (horizontal)

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Flamingo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/flamingo Always wanted to shoot this hotel. It's one of the very first hotels in Vegas.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-20 cmdphotos ©2020 flamingo hotel las vegas nevada https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/flamingo Fri, 07 Feb 2020 11:52:26 GMT
Upper Antelope Canyon....or Mars https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/upper-antelope-canyon-or-mars As the sun light filters down through the Canyon rock, so many different colors appear. It gives such an other worldly feeling.

 

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Live or Memorex BxW https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/live-or-memorex-bxw So which do you prefer? Color or BxW?

 

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Live or Memorex https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/2/live-or-memorex Hand held at 1/20 second without image stabilization. ISO 6400.

 

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Beautiful Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/1/beautiful-light The light falls in just the right places.

 

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Upper Antelope Canyon 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/1/upper-antelope-canyon-2 Amazing all the colors in the Canyon just from natural light.

 

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People in Upper Antelope Canyon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/1/people-in-upper-antelope-canyon I'm posting this pic to demonstrate my previous comments and help give a perspective on the photos posted from Upper Antelope Canyon. You have groups coming in and then turning around to go back out. The shots I got, I consider lucky. Tight spaces, no tripod, sloooow shutter speeds, high ISO and people bumping into you all the way.

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Upper Antelope Canyon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/1/upper-antelope-canyon Very cool place to see, but seriously not at all photographer friendly. Was actually very disappointed. The Indian Reservation is only concerned about cash. There are apparently at least 5 tour companies running people through this small channel. There are so many groups being pushed through there that it is hard to even stop much less take pictures. Add this with the low light changing constantly, and your lucky to get any shots at all. I was not able to take the "photographers tour", which costs extra, due to time and tour transportation, but apparently that tour is also slaved to the masses going through the Canyon. By the way, I was told they are dropping the photographers tour in about a month....it's hindering them from pushing more people through the Canyon. Beautiful light comes through the Canyon, even though I was not there at the right time of year.

 

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Las Vegas Strip https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/1/las-vegas-strip I was pretty happy with this shot. Considering it's at ISO 6400, while moving....did I mention how many drinks I had in a half hour? This shot basically has most of the primary hotels on the strip, The Flamingo, Bellagio, The Mirage, Harrah's, Bally's, Caesar's Palace, Paris, The Cosmopolitan, The Linq, Linq Promenade, High Roller, etc. I stayed at the Linq's. Wasn't bad, but watch out for the bate and switch! What ever you are getting, make sure they give you the price in writing. I was told $30 for an upgrade and they ended up charging $49/night. Not to mention the daily $40 "Resort Fee" for nothing at all. Did enjoy the business trip. I did gamble way to much. I placed my whole two dollars in the slot machine and lost it in 20 seconds or less. Did have some interesting experiences.

 

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Horseshoe Bend, Arizona https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/1/horseshoe-bend-arizona Here's my "me too" (LOL) of Horseshoe Bend. Not bad for the very limited time I had there. Shot at 11mm (full Frame).

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Eno River Mill https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/1/eno-river-mill Have you ever been to the Eno River Mill in Durham? Amazing the Degradation this mill has gone through and how different it looks in general from the past.

 

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Happy New Year! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2020/1/happy-new-year Happy New Year to all my Friends, Family and Clients! As we end the decade, I find myself thinking back to the year 2000 and the only computer crisis we have had is Apple selling computers for $53,000. LOL

 

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Red Bud Rainbow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/12/red-bud-rainbow Shot at dusk with an ISO 1600. The colors really popped as it got darker on the green leaves.

 

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Merry Christmas! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/12/merry-christmas Santa Lucy says MERRY CHRISTMAS!

 

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Peekaboo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/12/peekaboo Don't ya just hate it when they stare.

 

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Lower Cascade Falls, Hanging Rock https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/12/lower-cascade-falls-hanging-rock Long shot, medium shot and now close up.

 

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Falls' Christmas Tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/12/falls-christmas-tree Yep, it was pouring down rain. Shot at ISO 8000. Little guy was just hit by a rain drop in his eye.

 

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Downy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/12/downy Shot at ISO 8000 and in the rain.

 

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Smooth Sailing https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/12/smooth-sailing Wouldn't this be nice right now. I really liked the changes in water patterns.

 

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Crocus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/12/crocus Really liked the marbling light on the flower. It seems to help it sparkle.

 

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Border on the Beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/border-on-the-beach Just love the intense stare of Border Collies.

 

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Lilly in Green https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/lilly-in-green I really like the lines in this image.

 

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Sandpipper https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/sandpipper Liked the background and foreground to this image.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-19 9-19 animals beach birds cmdphotos ©2019 nature ocean sandpipper sea seashore wrightsville beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/sandpipper Wed, 20 Nov 2019 08:12:08 GMT
Orange Balance https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/orange-balance The orange color really popped behind the dark background.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2019 flowers nature nc botanical gardens orange balance plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/orange-balance Tue, 19 Nov 2019 09:44:06 GMT
Lower Cascade Falls 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/lower-cascade-falls-2 Gee, I think there's gotta be a lesson in here somewhere. Interesting how the rock formations build up over one another.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-19 cmdphotos ©2019 hanging rock lower cascade falls medium shot nc water waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/lower-cascade-falls-2 Tue, 12 Nov 2019 09:00:46 GMT
Dragonfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/dragonfly Really liked how the colors of the dragonfly match with the rail.

 

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Lower Cascade Falls https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/lower-cascade-falls One of the many waterfalls at Hanging Rock.

 

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Butt Wine https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/butt-wine Not an opinion. Bota can mean Butt in different languages. Just what we need....Butt Wine.

 

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The Schweddy Plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/11/the-schweddy-plant Just thought this was an interesting plant. Notice how the pods stick out from the shaft.

 

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Happy Halloween 2019 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/happy-halloween-2019 Happy Halloween to all my clients, friends and family!!!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-19 cmdphotos ©2019 happy halloween 2019 holiday spider https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/happy-halloween-2019 Thu, 31 Oct 2019 07:19:53 GMT
Butterfly on Red https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/butterfly-on-red Shot during Basics student location shoot.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-19 bugs butterflies butterfly on red cmdphotos ©2019 flowers insects nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/butterfly-on-red Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:56:41 GMT
Boder Puppy Play https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/boder-puppy-play Don't ya just hate it when this happens?

 

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Sheep Dog https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/sheep-dog Really liked the hair patterns and color.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-19 animals beach cmdphotos ©2019 dogs nature ocean sheep dog wrightsville beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/sheep-dog Mon, 21 Oct 2019 06:34:46 GMT
Malamute https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/malamute The background was distracting, so I waited till the bigger dog was behind the Malamute to use as a background. Not bad for a 1000 ISO.

 

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Butterfly Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/butterfly-flower Loved the way the two blended.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 09-19 butterfly butterfly flower cmdphotos ©2019 flowers nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/butterfly-flower Fri, 18 Oct 2019 08:15:20 GMT
Thanks For Playin 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/thanks-for-playin-3 Just to round out the demonstration, an example of good composition. Don't think he's gonna make it under this curl.

 

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Thanks For Playin 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/thanks-for-playin-2 Here's your answer to the last photo posted. Maybe had you wonderin a little bit? The examp[le was extreme, but hope it gets the idea across.

 

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Thanks For Playin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/thanks-for-playin Really like this image. Is it one or two people? This image stretches one of the compositional rules I teach in my Basics class (Dangling Appendages). Do you see what I mean?

 

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Meme https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/meme Ok....I'm tryin to pick the perfect words for this. If you can think of something clever, please enter it below.

 

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Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/flight A metaphor for life.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-19 beach birds cmdphotos ©2019 flight ocean sea gull wrightsville beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/flight Wed, 09 Oct 2019 07:23:56 GMT
Waggle Wader https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/waggle-wader This dog isn't afraid of the water.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-19 animal cmdphotos ©2019 dog eno nature river waggle wader https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/waggle-wader Fri, 04 Oct 2019 05:53:17 GMT
Orange Intrigue https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/orange-intrigue Interesting texture for a flower. I like the outside more than the inside.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-19 basics class cmdphotos ©2019 flowers nc botanical gardens orange intrigue plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/10/orange-intrigue Thu, 03 Oct 2019 09:05:10 GMT
Grasshopper Split https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/grasshopper-split I waited for the grasshopper to move into this position. I saw the light on his tail, but shadowed on his body. By waiting for just a couple steps, he is sunlit with the dark portion of the leaf in the background, but sort of silhouetted by the bright part of the leaf in the background.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-19 basics class bugs cmdphotos ©2019 grasshopper grasshopper split insects nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/grasshopper-split Fri, 27 Sep 2019 08:36:00 GMT
Sunlit Butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/sunlit-butterfly Shot During my Basics location Shoot.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-19 basics class butterflies cmdphotos ©2019 flowers nc botanical gardens plants sunlit butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/sunlit-butterfly Thu, 26 Sep 2019 06:37:57 GMT
Hummingbird https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/hummingbird I wanted to freeze the head and body, but let the wings show motion.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-19 basics class birds cmdphotos ©2019 flowers hummingbird motion nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/hummingbird Tue, 24 Sep 2019 08:16:46 GMT
Carborro at Night https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/carborro-at-night Lots of interesting things going on in the picture, but best to see it even larger. Really like the red color design in the street.

 

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Caterpillar https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/caterpillar Er go. (see previous blog photo)

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-19 bugs butterflies caterpillar close-up cmdphotos ©2019 eno insect nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/caterpillar Fri, 13 Sep 2019 06:23:12 GMT
Red Bud Caterpillar https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/red-bud-caterpillar Yes, the shape reminds me of a caterpillar. Color transition of the leaves is the most interesting.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-19 carrboro caterpillar cmdphotos ©2019 colors leaves plants red bud caterpillar https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/red-bud-caterpillar Thu, 12 Sep 2019 08:23:40 GMT
Pink Bouquet Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/pink-bouquet-flower Just enough light.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-19 cmdphotos ©2019 flowers light nature nc botanical gardens pink bouquet flower plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/pink-bouquet-flower Fri, 06 Sep 2019 03:52:34 GMT
Bouquet Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/bouquet-flower Pure White.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-19 bouquet flower cmdphotos ©2019 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/9/bouquet-flower Mon, 02 Sep 2019 08:27:13 GMT
Huggin Buggin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/huggin-buggin I don't know, but if you say it 3 times fast, it starts to sound good....Huggin Buggin. LOL

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-19 buggin huggin bugs cmdphotos ©2019 dimensions flowers insects nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/huggin-buggin Mon, 26 Aug 2019 09:12:44 GMT
Soft Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/soft-flower Beautiful Light, Beautiful flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-19 cmdphotos ©2019 flowers light nc botanical gardens soft flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/soft-flower Sat, 24 Aug 2019 08:20:26 GMT
Paper Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/paper-flower I used the leaves to frame the picture.

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White Shade Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/white-shade-flower Really liked the light.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) white shade flower 6-19 cmdphotos ©2019 flowers light nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/white-shade-flower Wed, 21 Aug 2019 10:51:49 GMT
Purple Cone Flowers https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/purple-cone-flowers Just really liked the arrangement.

 

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Big or Small https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/big-or-small This turtle is roughly 150 years old.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-19 nature old reptile turtle big or small cmdphotos ©2019 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/big-or-small Fri, 16 Aug 2019 09:10:42 GMT
Jordan Lake Sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/jordan-lake-sunset Yeah yeah....lots of sunset pics to be seen, but I really liked the calmness of this one. I was going to call it Tranquility, but opted for the more descriptive. Shot while camping at Jordan Lake. If you get a chance to view this at a size bigger than a phone, you can start to see the colors mixing better. You can see the design in the water better which is almost perfect in my eyes.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-19 camping environment jordan lake jordan lake sunset sunset tranquility water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/jordan-lake-sunset Wed, 14 Aug 2019 19:26:30 GMT
Sunset Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/sunset-silhouette Hey All,

Haven't posted in a while, but have been busy taking pictures. My computer died a month or so ago and had to buy another and recoup. Fortunately, I do not load any pics to my computer HD, so no worries there. Went camping on Jordan Lake and caught a few good pics along with a few fish.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-19 boating jordan lake lake leisure sunset sunset silhouette water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/8/sunset-silhouette Mon, 12 Aug 2019 20:44:00 GMT
Funny Car https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/7/funny-car Found this truck with it's nose peeping out of a dark garage. Pictured this in my head as a funny curve to the truck so I altered it just a bit.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-11-19 antique artistic modification cmdphotos ©2019 fine art photography class ford funny car truck https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/7/funny-car Sun, 14 Jul 2019 11:46:59 GMT
Hydrangea 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/6/hydrangea-2 Just a cellphone shot of a yard flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cellphone camera cmdphotos ©2019 flowers hydrangea light plant yard flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/6/hydrangea-2 Wed, 19 Jun 2019 07:16:50 GMT
So Much https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/6/so-much I felt the color, style and word worked well together. Ok, just a quick statement about the world.

 

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Early Hydrangea - cellphone shot https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/6/early-hydrangea---cellphone-shot Just a pic I took in early spring of new flowers coming out.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cell phone camera cmdphotos ©2019 early hydrangea flowers hydrangea my yard plants spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/6/early-hydrangea---cellphone-shot Sun, 09 Jun 2019 04:41:03 GMT
Music https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/6/music This just seems like a visual of sound. This is a straight shot.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-19 abstract archetecture cmdphotos ©2019 downtown durham durham fine art music https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/6/music Tue, 04 Jun 2019 06:43:28 GMT
Field Flowers https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/6/field-flowers Nice fresh Spring flowers.

 

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Black-eyed Susan https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/black-eyed-susan Really like the intensity of this flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-11-19 black eyed susan cmdphotos ©2019 fine art photography class flower nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/black-eyed-susan Thu, 30 May 2019 09:45:01 GMT
Hillsborough, NC https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/hillsborough-nc Night scene I did with my Fine Art Class.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-11-19 cmdphotos ©2019 fine art photography class hillsborough hillsborough nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/hillsborough-nc Sun, 26 May 2019 06:11:34 GMT
Backlit Bud https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/backlit-bud In addition to how beautiful the leaves are, I liked the positive and negative space.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-11-19 backlit bud cmdphotos ©2019 fine art photography class leaves nature plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/backlit-bud Thu, 23 May 2019 09:35:01 GMT
Windows https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/windows Urban reflections.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-19 architecture cmdphotos ©2019 downtown durham durham people reflections windows https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/windows Wed, 22 May 2019 07:28:20 GMT
Bells https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/bells Liked the detail even at high ISO.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-19 bells chapel hill cmdphotos ©2019 flowers plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/bells Sat, 18 May 2019 11:00:47 GMT
Calibrachoa Purple https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/calibrachoa-purple Almost looks 3D.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-19 calibrachoa purple cmdphotos ©2019 downtown durham dpbb durham flowers plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/calibrachoa-purple Tue, 14 May 2019 07:54:24 GMT
White Calibrachoa https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/white-calibrachoa These little guys where little more than a half inch long.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-19 calibrachoa cmdphotos ©2019 downtown durham durham flowers plant white calibrachoa https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/white-calibrachoa Thu, 09 May 2019 08:54:06 GMT
Urban 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/urban-2 Want to know what you think? BxW or Color? Why do you feel that way? Thanks!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-19 architecture bxw cmdphotos ©2019 downtown durham durham people urban 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/urban-2 Tue, 07 May 2019 07:18:27 GMT
Stares https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/stares Another addition to my Escher Series.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-19 archetecture cmdphotos ©2019 downtown durham durham old vs. revitalized reflections stairs stares window https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/stares Sat, 04 May 2019 08:35:17 GMT
Purple Irises. https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/purple-irises Just a pic from my cellphone of some Irises in my yard. I liked the simple composition.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-19 camera cellphone cmdphotos ©2019 flowers iris plants purple studio yard https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/5/purple-irises Thu, 02 May 2019 08:04:39 GMT
One is the Loneliest Number https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/one-is-the-loneliest-number Since the image is small, I will state (which I usually don't do) that the boy has a number one on the back of his shirt. Shot at Stagville's Largest Hand Hewn Barn.

 

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Purple Iris https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/purple-iris Close-up of an Iris from my yard. Taken with my Phone Camera.

 

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Arrangement https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/arrangement Shot for Fine Arts class using a single light.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-19 Arrangement CMDPHOTOS ©2019 Fine Art Class Flowers Plants Studio https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/arrangement Sun, 21 Apr 2019 07:55:42 GMT
Clematis https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/clematis Nothin special, just  cellphone picture of the Clematis Flower in my yard.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) camera cellphone clematis cmdphotos ©2019 flower nature plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/clematis Thu, 18 Apr 2019 06:50:50 GMT
Purple Flowers in Reeds https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/purple-flowers-in-reeds These flowers were little more than a half inch tall.

 

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Female Titmouse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/female-titmouse I believe I caught her mate too.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-19 animals birds cmdphotos ©2019 female titmouse nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/female-titmouse Mon, 08 Apr 2019 07:11:37 GMT
Nuthatch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/nuthatch I don't think this little guy can see me.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-19 animals birds cmdphotos ©2019 nature nc botanical gardens nuthatch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/4/nuthatch Tue, 02 Apr 2019 09:45:45 GMT
White Throated Sparrow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/white-throated-sparrow Felt using artistic brushes worked better than the straight photo.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-19 animals artistic birds cmdphotos ©2019 nature nc botanical gardens painting white throated sparrow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/white-throated-sparrow Sat, 30 Mar 2019 07:56:07 GMT
Mother Natures' Collage https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/mother-natures-collage Yeah, sure.....at first glance you'd probably pass this by. Heck you're probably ready to do that to this photo. That is one of the problems in today's digital age. People have been sensitized to react to only certain kinds of photos. Some examples, ones with lots of color or pretty butterflies or subject. With billions of photos out on the web, TV and in hard copy... people only take time to glimpse a photo. What if there was more to see than what a quick glimpse can give you. What if you took the time to look a little harder. The way I look at it...I think interesting things can sometimes be found.

I'm going to use this picture as an example. It's a picture I like, but many will not. Don't care, I'm posting it cause I personally like it. I see many things and relationships in this image. I decided to call it Mother Natures Collage. To me there are several things going on in here. First, the obvious, new life springing from old. I liked the pattern of the leaves in the frame. Just enough Green to give the eye a place to rest. Normally, I would think sticks running through my whole picture was a terrible look. However, these tree limbs were Red and Blue, they sort of framed the picture, they make a letter and add a second level to looking down. Not sure how they got their color, but then again....mother nature (with just an admitted little saturation). Turning up saturation to much could have started putting unwanted color in the dead leaves and flowers. Then there are the leaves themselves. Besides the interesting geometrical and abstract forms they make, the textures are interesting in themselves. Then there is the fun part for me, just like looking up at clouds, taking a closer look at the leaves' figures can start to look like faces, animals and things. Looking at the image in a small screen obviously makes this difficult to see. I will give an example, I see a bright punk rock hair-do on a guy that has a bird talking into his ear and just above him is a hillbilly. They are to the right of the middle green leaf towards the right edge on the lower part of the picture. The hillbilly has a hillbilly hat, a beard and shaggy bangs. Yeah yeah, yeah...I know what your saying. If I get enough request I'll post a close up of it so you can see for yourself. Each segment of the picture makes a new collage/abstract with new potential figures to discern. If you see anything yourself...please do tell!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-19 abstract art cmdphotos ©2019 flowers mother natures collage nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/mother-natures-collage Wed, 27 Mar 2019 08:28:37 GMT
House Flowers Cellphone Camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/house-flowers-cellphone-camera Nothing special, just an arrangement that I picked from my yard.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-19 cmdphotos ©2019 flowers house flowers phone camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/house-flowers-cellphone-camera Tue, 19 Mar 2019 05:32:12 GMT
Pine Warbler https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/pine-warbler Puffed out for winter. Shot at ISO 2500.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-19 animals birds cmdphotos ©2019 nature nc botanical gardens pine warbler https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/pine-warbler Fri, 15 Mar 2019 08:28:20 GMT
Medusa https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/medusa Love the winding tentacles.

 

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Under Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/under-flower Delicate flower shot in NC Botanical Gardens.

 

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Dark Eyed Junco https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/dark-eyed-junco Positioned myself for a dark background. Image shot at a very high 2500 ISO.

 

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Calla Lillies https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/calla-lillies Just a cellphone pic.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-19 calla lillies cell phone camera cmdphotos ©2019 flower nature plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/3/calla-lillies Tue, 05 Mar 2019 05:58:59 GMT
Golden Dragon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/golden-dragon This is from a photograph. Then applied brushes and filters to achieve what I had visualized.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-19 abstraction cmdphotos ©2019 dragon golden dragon painting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/golden-dragon Wed, 27 Feb 2019 07:56:27 GMT
Catch the Wind https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/catch-the-wind Pelican was gliding in the wind. The image states a lot about man versus nature.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) beach bird catch the wind cmdphotos ©2019 fort fisher man nature ocean pelican sea sea oats shore wind https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/catch-the-wind Wed, 20 Feb 2019 12:12:44 GMT
Anemone https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/anemone Just a very interesting creature all by itself.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) anemone beach cmdphotos ©2019 fort fisher nature ocean sea sea creatures https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/anemone Fri, 15 Feb 2019 08:27:36 GMT
Simplle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/simplle So much to see with so little.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) beach cmdphotos ©2019 fort fisher minimal ocean sand shell simple water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/simplle Tue, 12 Feb 2019 09:02:59 GMT
Elation https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/elation High Key.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos cmdphotos ©2019 elation emotion high key model https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/elation Sun, 10 Feb 2019 10:10:30 GMT
Rains Edge https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/rains-edge Was driving down I40 in the rain when I crossed an almost straight line of rain clouds into a clearing. On one side was a big Rainbow and this was in the other direction. Captured with my Cellphone Camera.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-19 cellphone camera cmdphotos ©2019 landscape nature rains edge sunset cellphone trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/rains-edge Mon, 04 Feb 2019 09:10:18 GMT
Soundless Sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/soundless-sunset Just thought this was a tranquil setting. The waves slowly rippling in while the sun sets.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) boat dock cmdphotos ©2019 ocean outer banks sea sea grass sound sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/2/soundless-sunset Sat, 02 Feb 2019 09:33:07 GMT
White Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/white-light The light falling on this flower caught my eye.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-19 cmdphotos ©2019 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants white light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/white-light Sun, 27 Jan 2019 10:17:36 GMT
Decked Out Egret https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/decked-out-egret Utilizing patterns and depth of Field.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) birds cmdphotos ©2019 decked out egret egret nature ocean patterns https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/decked-out-egret Thu, 24 Jan 2019 04:34:43 GMT
Heron in Reeds bxw https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/heron-in-reeds-bxw Here is my BxW version of Heron in Reeds. Compared to the previous picture, which do you prefer?

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animals birds cmdphotos ©2019 color heron heron in reeds color jordan lake nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/heron-in-reeds-bxw Mon, 21 Jan 2019 07:19:07 GMT
Heron in Reeds color https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/heron-in-reeds-color Ok, I just can't decide if I like this in color or BxW best. Please feel free to post your opinion based on this and the next picture.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animals birds cmdphotos ©2019 color heron heron in reeds color jordan lake nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/heron-in-reeds-color Mon, 21 Jan 2019 07:09:36 GMT
Hangin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/hangin It's all about shootin the perfect moment. On this one, the two wheels only lasts but a second or two. Gravity dictates it.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2019 hangin skate board skateboarders sports https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/hangin Thu, 17 Jan 2019 06:55:50 GMT
Butterfly Grass https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/butterfly-grass Slightly modified with Lightroom. Shooting into the sun and fog with semi-transparent subjects.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-19 bugs butterfly butterfly grass cmdphotos ©2019 grass insects nature white butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/butterfly-grass Mon, 14 Jan 2019 06:47:59 GMT
Say What? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/say-what I can't decide which one is funnier? The one with the mouth open is funny, but I like the neck attitude in the other.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animals birds cmdphotos ©2019 eagle jordan lake lake nature say what? 1 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/say-what Tue, 08 Jan 2019 08:56:06 GMT
Heron Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/heron-flight Liked being able to see all the back feathers in this one.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animals birds cmdphotos ©2017 heron heron flight jordan lake nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/heron-flight Sun, 06 Jan 2019 09:40:44 GMT
Cormorant in Blue https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/cormorant-in-blue Apparently there is so much oil in the skin of a Cormorant that water just rolls off there body.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animal birds cmdphotos ©2018 cormorant cormorant in blue jordan lake lake nature water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/cormorant-in-blue Fri, 04 Jan 2019 02:52:33 GMT
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2019! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/happy-new-year-2019 A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL MY FRIENDS, FAMILY AND CLIENTS!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-18 2019 cmdphotos ©2018 fireworks happy new year 2019 holiday https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2019/1/happy-new-year-2019 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT
1st place in the "2018 Carolina Woman's Magazine Annual Photo Competition" https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/1st-place-in-the-2018-carolina-womans-magazine-annual-photo-competition I was recently informed that I took 1st place in the "2018 Carolina Woman's Magazine Annual Photo Competition" as seen in the pic below.

 

1st Place prize in the "2018 Carolina Woman's Magazine Annual Photo Competition!1st Place prize in the "2018 Carolina Woman's Magazine Annual Photo Competition!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1st place prize in the 2018 carolina woman's magazine annual photo competition 2018 award carolina competition magazine photo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/1st-place-in-the-2018-carolina-womans-magazine-annual-photo-competition Fri, 28 Dec 2018 18:23:20 GMT
Strike a Pose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/strike-a-pose Perched Heron on Jordan Lake.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 heron jordan lake lake nature strike a pose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/strike-a-pose Fri, 28 Dec 2018 10:45:43 GMT
MERRY CHRISTMAS https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/merry-christmas Have a Holly Jolly Christmas! Holly is a genus of about 480 species of flowering plants in the family Aquifoliaceae, and the only living genus in that family. The prickly leaves represent the crown of thorns that Jesus wore when he was crucified. The berries are the drops of blood that were shed by Jesus because of the thorns. In Scandinavia it is known as the Christ Thorn. Hope your Holidays are wonderful and thanks to all those that have appreciated my photos and the subtle nuances in them.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-18 christmas" cmdphotos ©2018 holly merry plants winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/merry-christmas Mon, 24 Dec 2018 19:41:53 GMT
Smokin Zebra https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/smokin-zebra So.......I wonder where the Mohawk originated?

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ©2018 animal cmdphotos smokin zebra zebra https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/smokin-zebra Sat, 22 Dec 2018 08:00:46 GMT
Blue Bird 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/blue-bird-2 For those of you that felt the last image wasn't your cup o tea, here is a straight shot. This image was taken at the high ISO of 8000.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-18 basics class birds blue bird 2 cmdphotos ©2018 fanimals nature nc botanical gardens winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/blue-bird-2 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 12:19:44 GMT
Blue Bird MOD https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/blue-bird-mod This could have been a very nice picture of a Blue Bird, but I really liked this more abstract version.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animals basics class birds blue bird blue bird mod cmdphotos ©2018 nc botanical gardens winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/blue-bird-mod Thu, 13 Dec 2018 07:17:41 GMT
Winter Green https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/winter-green Life Cycle.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) basics class cmdphotos ©2018 design nc botanical gardens new life plants winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/winter-green Tue, 11 Dec 2018 09:57:09 GMT
Nut Hatch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/nut-hatch Shot at 5000 ISO.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animals basics class birds cmdphotos ©2018 nc botanical gardens nut hatch winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/nut-hatch Thu, 06 Dec 2018 14:26:07 GMT
Winter Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/winter-flower Shot at the NC Botanical Gardens in December.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) basics class cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nc botanical gardens plants winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/12/winter-flower Mon, 03 Dec 2018 07:16:07 GMT
Surf Search https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/surf-search I like the feel the water gives of intensity.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-18 carolina beach cmdphotos ©2018 ocean sea sport surf search surfer surfing water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/surf-search Thu, 29 Nov 2018 09:08:00 GMT
Happy Thanksgiving! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/happy-thanksgiving HAPPY THANKSGIVING to all my Friends, Clients, Students and Family

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos corn happy thanksgiving holiday pumpkin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/happy-thanksgiving Thu, 22 Nov 2018 22:58:43 GMT
Three Strange Bedfellows https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/three-strange-bedfellows Interesting group.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-18 bugs cmdphotos ©2018 dragon fly frogs nature three strange bedfellows water lilies https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/three-strange-bedfellows Tue, 20 Nov 2018 08:53:43 GMT
Fall Caterpillar https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/fall-caterpillar Did this one in my backyard. I did help him get to prettier leaves (no caterpillar was harmed in the shooting of this picture LOL)

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-18 bugs caterpillar cmdphotos ©2018 color fall fall caterpillar fall leaves insects https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/fall-caterpillar Fri, 16 Nov 2018 07:33:03 GMT
Pollen Drop https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/pollen-drop Apparently the bee dropped his load, pollen that is.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-18 bee bugs close-up cmdphotos ©2018 flower insect macro nature nc botanical garden pollen drop https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/pollen-drop Mon, 12 Nov 2018 01:26:28 GMT
Sensual Flower 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/sensual-flower-2 Shot during my Macro Seminar Location Shoot.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-18 close-up cmdphotos ©2018 flowers macro nature nc botanical garden plants sensual flower 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/sensual-flower-2 Fri, 09 Nov 2018 08:03:15 GMT
Fly in the Mix https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/fly-in-the-mix Saw the fly on the flower and really liked his orange eyes. Shot during my Macro Seminar location shoot.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-18 bugs close-up cmdphotos ©2018 flowers fly fly in the mix insects macro nature nc botanical garden plants sondra https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/fly-in-the-mix Thu, 08 Nov 2018 09:53:56 GMT
Sensual Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/sensual-flower This was a small flower. Shot during my Macro Seminar.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-18 close-up cmdphotos ©2018 flower macro moisture nc botanical garden plant sensual flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/sensual-flower Wed, 07 Nov 2018 06:47:59 GMT
Beeutiful https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/beeutiful Liked the complementary colors. I'm guessing the orange is pollen.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-18 beeutiful bugs close-up cmdphotos ©2018 flowers insects macro nc botanical garden pollination https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/beeutiful Sun, 04 Nov 2018 14:50:06 GMT
Myrtle Beach, SC Sans Pavilion https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/myrtle-beach-sc-sans-pavilion This isn't meant to be a pretty picture. I took it more for documentary purposes. This is the original MB area. It used to have a fairly famous Pavilion in the grass area displayed. At least the "Gay Dolphin" novelty store is still there. This image was shot very soon just after Hurricane Florence past through. Enlarged, you can read the names on the buildings. Not bad for a cellphone camera.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 amusements beach cellphone camera cmdphotos myrtle beach ocean post hurricane florence sans pavilion sc stores https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/myrtle-beach-sc-sans-pavilion Sat, 03 Nov 2018 07:53:32 GMT
Iddy Biddy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/iddy-biddy The interesting aspect of this image is that the flower was about 2 inches wide so the moth was about 1/32 of an inch.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-18 bugs close-up cmdphotos ©2018 flowers iddy biddy insects macro moth nc botanical garden https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/11/iddy-biddy Thu, 01 Nov 2018 07:31:56 GMT
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/happy-halloween Don't get spooked by this little cutie! Including legs he was only about 5 inches long. Hope you have a fun safe Halloween!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-18 bugs close-up cmdphotos ©2018 halloween happy halloween insect macro nc botanical garden spider https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/happy-halloween Wed, 31 Oct 2018 11:00:59 GMT
Pollen Pleasure https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/pollen-pleasure Insect is less than a half inch long. Shot during my Macro Photography location shoot.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-18 bugs close-up cmdphotos ©2018 flowers macro nc botanical garden pollen pleasure https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/pollen-pleasure Sun, 28 Oct 2018 11:40:17 GMT
Carolina Woman Magazine Photo Contest https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/carolina-woman-magazine-photo-contest Hi All,

Below is information on entering the Carolina Woman Magazine! Deadline is Oct. 31st! So hurry and get your entry in!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 carolina woman's magazine details magazine photo contest https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/carolina-woman-magazine-photo-contest Tue, 16 Oct 2018 11:20:34 GMT
Tranquility https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/tranquility Thought I'd save a special one for a special day. Imagine this view. The calmness of the water. The moon and sun creating light. There was a haze off in the distance over the sea. The haze tinted the colors of the clear sky and there was a tropical breeze blowing which I think added in the look of the water. Then there's the Pelicans gliding in the breeze.  Hence...tranquil.  ....and yes the moon was that orange.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 beach calm cmdphotos ©2018 moon myrtle beach ocean pelicans post florence sc tranquility https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/tranquility Wed, 10 Oct 2018 05:04:08 GMT
Birds Comedy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/birds-comedy A few interesting things about this shot. Normally, I do not take many pictures of Sea Gulls and Pigeons. The interesting thing at Myrtle Beach was that there were very few Sea Gulls and a lot of pigeons. It used to be greatly reversed. The other reason I liked this image was the comedy that is displayed. I could tell a story based on faces, but I think it becomes obvious if you pay attention.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 beach birds comedy cmdphotos ©2018 community myrtle beach ocean pigeons sc sea gull social https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/birds-comedy Mon, 08 Oct 2018 09:16:15 GMT
Bliss https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/bliss Nice romantic stroll down the beach.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 beach bliss cmdphotos ©2018 couple dawn morning myrtle beach ocean romantic sc sea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/bliss Sun, 07 Oct 2018 08:49:33 GMT
Myrtle Beach 2nd St. Pier https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/myrtle-beach-2nd-st-pier The larger the image the more you can see the interesting patterns of the waves motion.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 beach cmdphotos ©2018 dawn motion myrtle beach myrtle beach 2nd st. pier ocean pier sc sea water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/myrtle-beach-2nd-st-pier Fri, 05 Oct 2018 06:45:16 GMT
Myrtle Beach Dawn 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/myrtle-beach-dawn-2 Just reminds me of how much I like the beach.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 beach cmdphotos ©2018 dawn myrtle beach myrtle beach dawn ocean sc sun up https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/myrtle-beach-dawn-2 Tue, 02 Oct 2018 06:52:35 GMT
Wind Surfing https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/wind-surfing Normally I don't do many pics of Sea Gulls, but really liked the perspective on this one. It was interesting that there were more pigeons on the beach and hardly any Sea Gulls.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 animals beach bird cmdphotos ©2018 myrtle beach ocean sc sea sea gull wind surfing https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/10/wind-surfing Mon, 01 Oct 2018 07:27:32 GMT
Myrtle Beach Dawn https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/myrtle-beach-dawn Just couldn't believe how deep a color was coming from the sun.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 beach cmdphotos ©2018 dawn morning myrtle beach myrtle beach dawn ocean sc sea sun https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/myrtle-beach-dawn Sun, 30 Sep 2018 09:20:28 GMT
He and She https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/he-and-she Found this angle so that you could see the front and a back of the flower at the same time.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers he and she lens seminar nature nc botanical garden plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/he-and-she Sat, 29 Sep 2018 08:15:16 GMT
Colored Sky 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/colored-sky-2 Nothing fancy, just beautiful.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 beach cmdphotos ©2018 colored sky 2 myrtle beach ocean sc sky sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/colored-sky-2 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 02:03:35 GMT
Butterfly Star https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/butterfly-star I liked how the light, Plant and Butterfly combined to make a star shape.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 butterfly butterfly star cmdphotos ©2018 insect lens seminar nature nc botanical garden https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/butterfly-star Wed, 19 Sep 2018 04:12:19 GMT
Lace White Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/lace-white-flower Felt this flower had a very soft lace like quality.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers lace white flower lens seminar nature nc botanical garden plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/lace-white-flower Tue, 18 Sep 2018 08:18:07 GMT
Hibiscus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/hibiscus Just a pretty flower with a nice hot pink.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers hibiscus lens seminar nature nc nc botanical garden plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/hibiscus Sun, 16 Sep 2018 08:57:57 GMT
Pitcher Perfect https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/pitcher-perfect For various reasons explained in my Lens Seminar, I used 70mm to take this shot. I liked the way the top of the Pitcher plants were glowing and the pink flowers added a point of focus.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers lens seminar nature nc botanical garden pitcher perfect plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/pitcher-perfect Sat, 15 Sep 2018 03:56:21 GMT
Eno Mask https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/eno-mask Really liked this little rapids, but I mainly liked the smooth rock to the right. The rock looks like a face. I've been to many parts of the Eno River, but this is the only rock I have ever seen so smooth.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-19 cmdphotos ©2018 eno mask eno river mask nature nc plants river rocks water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/eno-mask Fri, 07 Sep 2018 08:48:08 GMT
Hurried Heron https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/hurried-heron The Heron kind of used his wings to hoist himself up out of the water and onto the rock. I liked the balance of the yellow rocks vs. the blue rocks.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 bird cmdphotos ©2018 eno river heron hurried heron nature nc river water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/9/hurried-heron Tue, 04 Sep 2018 08:00:59 GMT
Planter Rocks https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/planter-rocks Nothin fancy, I just like the textures and shadowing on the rock.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 cmdphotos ©2018 eno river landscape nature planter rocks plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/planter-rocks Fri, 31 Aug 2018 07:09:50 GMT
Eno Green https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/eno-green Just a really beautiful setting on the Eno. I love this landscape. The bird is just extra.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 cmdphotos ©2018 eno green eno river green heron landscape nature plants river water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/eno-green Thu, 30 Aug 2018 05:32:19 GMT
Natural Rock Abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/natural-rock-abstract I did enhance the saturation to bring out the colors a little more, otherwise it's a straight shot.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 abstract cmdphotos ©2018 eno river natural natural rock abstract rock stone https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/natural-rock-abstract Tue, 28 Aug 2018 07:20:52 GMT
Hungry Heron https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/hungry-heron He had just spotted food.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 bird cmdphotos ©2018 eno river flight heron hungry heron landscape nature nc river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/hungry-heron Mon, 27 Aug 2018 06:14:13 GMT
Hey Guys....What's Up? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/hey-guys-whats-up Title has two different meanings. If you can think of a better one to go with the picture....post it in my messages/comments and I'll add it.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 animals cmdphotos ©2018 eno river hey guys whats up nature reptiles river turtles https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/hey-guys-whats-up Sun, 26 Aug 2018 08:14:42 GMT
Eno Heron https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/eno-heron I liked the angle of looking down the river.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 bird cmdphotos ©2018 eno heron eno river heron nature nc river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/eno-heron Sat, 25 Aug 2018 07:09:39 GMT
Fun Fungus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/fun-fungus All types of nature can be beautiful. Found this fungus along a path at Eno. Really liked all it's color.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 cmdphotos ©2018 eno river fun fungus fungus nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/fun-fungus Thu, 23 Aug 2018 04:43:03 GMT
Heron Eyes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/heron-eyes He was definitely checking me out!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 animals bird cmdphotos ©2018 eno river heron heron eyes nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/heron-eyes Tue, 21 Aug 2018 06:48:00 GMT
Southeastern Five-lined Skink https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/southeastern-five-lined-skink This little guy still had all his tail! I liked the way the pine pieces pattern resembled the Skink's.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 cmdphotos ©2018 eno river southeastern five-lined skink https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/southeastern-five-lined-skink Mon, 20 Aug 2018 08:04:13 GMT
Mid Day Heron https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/mid-day-heron Even Herons need a little shade to cool off.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) animal bird cmdphotos ©2018 eno river heron mid day heron nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/mid-day-heron Sun, 19 Aug 2018 07:36:55 GMT
Mushroom Split https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/mushroom-split Figure this one out!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 close-up cmdphotos ©2018 eno river fungus mushroom mushroom split nature plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/mushroom-split Fri, 17 Aug 2018 07:32:55 GMT
Blue Crowned Hanging Parrot https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/blue-crowned-hanging-parrot I like the texture and shapes.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals artistic asheboro zoo bird blue crowned hanging parrot cmdphotos ©2018 nature nc zoo zoo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/blue-crowned-hanging-parrot Thu, 16 Aug 2018 03:50:39 GMT
Model Abstraction https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/model-abstraction I feel the abstraction made the image seem more urban.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 artistic cmdphotos ©2018 model model abstraction models https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/model-abstraction Mon, 13 Aug 2018 05:25:53 GMT
Look of Lemurs https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/look-of-lemurs Pretty cool that these two variations can get along so well together.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 animals asheboro zoo cmdphotos ©2018 lemurs look of lemurs marsupials nature nc zoo zoo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/look-of-lemurs Sun, 12 Aug 2018 07:53:43 GMT
Levitating Chimp https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/levitating-chimp Funny Monkey.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals asheboro zoo cmdphotos ©2018 levitating chimp nature nc zoo primate zoo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/levitating-chimp Sat, 11 Aug 2018 09:10:50 GMT
Fairy Bluebird https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/fairy-bluebird In this case, I felt the best angle was from the back of the bird. Pic was shot at ISO 3200.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-18 animals asheboro zoo bird cmdphotos ©2018 fairy bluebird nature nc zoo zoo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/fairy-bluebird Thu, 09 Aug 2018 05:12:39 GMT
Gorilla https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/gorilla Image looks better large. Liked the way this looks with artistic brushes.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals asheboro zoo cmdphotos ©2018 gorilla nature nc zoo primate zoo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/gorilla Tue, 07 Aug 2018 04:54:13 GMT
Flamingo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/flamingo Really liked the light on this beautiful bird.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-18 animals asheboro zoo bird cmdphotos ©2018 flamingo nature nc zoo zoo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/flamingo Mon, 06 Aug 2018 05:28:36 GMT
Sun Flags https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/sun-flags Really liked how the sun is coming threw the flags.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/sun-flags Sun, 05 Aug 2018 11:03:45 GMT
Hot Rod Mod https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/hot-rod-mod This image displays better larger. I decided to go artistic with this image, not that the car wasn't nice just as is.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 antique antique car art automobile car hot rod mod https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/hot-rod-mod Sat, 04 Aug 2018 06:34:05 GMT
Wild Sweet Pea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/wild-sweet-pea This flower was about a 1/4" to 1/2" big and easy to pass hiking through the woods. Saw this while hiking through the Eno River.

 

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-18 close up cmdphotos ©2018 eno river flower nature nc plant wild sweet pea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/8/wild-sweet-pea Thu, 02 Aug 2018 04:53:34 GMT
Eno River Rock https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/eno-river-rock I doubt there are many places that look like this. It's unique.

 

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2018 eno river eno river rock nature nc river scenery https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/eno-river-rock Tue, 31 Jul 2018 05:40:32 GMT
Wild Hibiscus Seaforth Jordan Lake https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/wild-hibiscus-seaforth-jordan-lake Lots of these flowers blooming in a semi-swampy area.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2018 flower hibiscus jordan lake nature plant wild hibiscus seaforth jordan lake https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/wild-hibiscus-seaforth-jordan-lake Sun, 29 Jul 2018 07:33:27 GMT
Caught the Wave https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/caught-the-wave It feels like your at the top of the wave with him.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-18 caught the wave cmdphotos ©2018 ocean sea sport surfer surfing waves wrightsville beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/caught-the-wave Sat, 28 Jul 2018 07:46:07 GMT
Lily in the Dark https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/lily-in-the-dark Just a pretty flower with pretty light.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flower lake lily in the dark nature plants pocahontas state park virginia water water lilies https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/lily-in-the-dark Fri, 27 Jul 2018 17:00:24 GMT
Moments Peace https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/moments-peace I liked the water reflection, the light, the Dragonfly, the texture of the leaves and the positive/negative space.

 

Moments PeaceMoments Peace

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 bugs cmdphotos ©2018 dragonfly insects lake nature plants pocahontas state park virginia water lillies https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/moments-peace Wed, 25 Jul 2018 04:55:42 GMT
Heron's View https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/herons-view I went wider on this shot. I think it gives more of a feel to the birds surroundings.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 Animals Birds CMDPHOTOS ©2018 Heron Heron's View Lake Nature Pocahontas State Park Virginia https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/herons-view Mon, 23 Jul 2018 06:09:49 GMT
Sun Lines https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/sun-lines I could have just taken a normal picture of the boat on the blue ocean, but I wanted a more dramatic light for not only the boat, but the water as well. I waited until the boat was directly in front of the light which not only silhouetted the boat giving it nice shadows, but also made the water sparkle and the sky flat. This can only happen during a certain time of day.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-18 boat cmdphotos ©2018 ocean sail boat sea silhouette sun sun lines water wrightsville beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/sun-lines Sun, 22 Jul 2018 13:34:53 GMT
Lily Under Glass https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/lily-under-glass Close up of a Water Lily.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flower lilly under glass plant pocahontas state park virginia water lillie's https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/lily-under-glass Sat, 21 Jul 2018 07:10:41 GMT
Eno River Few's Ford https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/eno-river-fews-ford Beautiful day in the sun!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-18 cmdphotos ©2018 eno river eno river few's ford nature nc river wild life https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/eno-river-fews-ford Fri, 20 Jul 2018 08:20:14 GMT
Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/silhouette And Transparency.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-18 cmdphotos ©2018 jordan lake life light silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/silhouette Thu, 19 Jul 2018 11:02:58 GMT
Two Faced https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/two-faced Do you see the two faces? Well, one as two. So, if you were walking by an outdoor orchestra, would you have seen this?

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 abstract cmdphotos ©2018 instrument music tuba two faced https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/two-faced Tue, 17 Jul 2018 05:28:00 GMT
Heron Glide https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/heron-glide Paying attention to your background is Important.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 birds cmdphotos ©2018 heron heron glide nature pocahontas state park virginia https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/heron-glide Sun, 15 Jul 2018 01:41:22 GMT
Dragonfly 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/dragonfly-3 Like the eyes.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 bug cmdphotos ©2018 dragonfly dragonfly 3 insect nature pocahontas state park virginia https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/dragonfly-3 Fri, 13 Jul 2018 06:35:00 GMT
4th Fire https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/4th-fire Yep, through thunder, lighting rain and mosquitoes...I got my shot. LOL

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) :"4th 4th of july fireworks 7-18 celebration cmdphotos ©2018 event fire fireworks holiday nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/4th-fire Sun, 08 Jul 2018 08:04:03 GMT
Surfin the Chop https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/surfin-the-chop Fun Sport!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-18 cmdphotos ©2018 ocean people sport surfin the chop surfing wrightsville beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/surfin-the-chop Sat, 07 Jul 2018 16:00:44 GMT
Ruffled Heron https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/ruffled-heron You don't see that everyday.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 heron nature pocahontas state park virginia water fowl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/ruffled-heron Fri, 06 Jul 2018 06:37:16 GMT
We the People https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/we-the-people Caught just the right wind. Happy 4th of July!!!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4th of july 6-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flag house independence day we the people https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/we-the-people Wed, 04 Jul 2018 08:31:39 GMT
Dead End 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/dead-end-2 Which one do you like better (from the previous blog post)?

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 bug cmdphotos ©2018 dead end 2 insect nature snail https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/dead-end-2 Tue, 03 Jul 2018 09:10:17 GMT
Dragonfly Detail https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/dragonfly-detail I like the way you can see the hairs on his neck.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 bugs cmdphotos ©2018 dragon fly dragonfly detail insects nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/7/dragonfly-detail Sun, 01 Jul 2018 08:14:43 GMT
Sensual Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/sensual-light You could turn this photo in any direction and still have it look like something.

 

Sensual LightSensual Light

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 abstract cmdphotos ©2018 landscape nature sensual light tree water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/sensual-light Sat, 30 Jun 2018 07:32:04 GMT
Heron Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/heron-flight Just the right light.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 birds cmdphotos ©2018 heron heron flight nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/heron-flight Fri, 29 Jun 2018 04:33:35 GMT
Dead End https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/dead-end Not often you see a snail on top of a plant.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 bug cmdphotos ©2018 dead end insect nature snail https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/dead-end Thu, 28 Jun 2018 07:43:02 GMT
Dragon Fly 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/dragon-fly-3 Dragonfly 3Dragonfly 3

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 bugs cmdphotos ©2018 dragonfly dragonfly 3 insects nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/dragon-fly-3 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 10:05:02 GMT
Lilly and Leaf https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/lilly-and-leaf I found the leaves as interesting as the flower. They also gave more dimension to the picture.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers lily and leaf nature plants water lillies https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/lilly-and-leaf Tue, 26 Jun 2018 10:32:37 GMT
Dragonfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/dragonfly Liked the colors on this guy.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 bugs cmdphotos ©2018 dragonfly insects nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/dragonfly Mon, 25 Jun 2018 10:31:23 GMT
Water Lily https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/water-lily Water LilyWater Lily

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nature plants water lilies https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/water-lily Sun, 24 Jun 2018 06:29:56 GMT
Male Yellow Finch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/male-yellow-finch Hey...don't put that in your mouth!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 male yellow finch nature nc botanical garden https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/male-yellow-finch Fri, 22 Jun 2018 09:18:37 GMT
Downy Woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/downy-woodpecker Downy WoodpeckerDowny Woodpecker

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 downy woodpecker nature nc botanical garden https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/downy-woodpecker Thu, 21 Jun 2018 06:56:24 GMT
Lucky Strike https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/lucky-strike Shot after the ball game with my Phone Camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 6-18 cmdphotos ©2018 downtown durham lgg4 lucky strike nc night phone camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/lucky-strike Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:41:56 GMT
Blue Bird https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/blue-bird Always liked these little Blue Guys.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals birds blue bird cmdphotos ©2018 nature nc botanical garden https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/blue-bird Tue, 19 Jun 2018 06:59:43 GMT
Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/silhouette Actual colors from the water. Artistic brushes used.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 jessica jordan lake model nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/silhouette Mon, 18 Jun 2018 06:39:58 GMT
Titmouse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/titmouse Cute little guy.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 nature nc botanical garden titmouse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/titmouse Fri, 15 Jun 2018 03:59:09 GMT
Jessica 8 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-8 New Hair Style.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 jessica jordan lake model nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-8 Thu, 14 Jun 2018 12:16:27 GMT
Leaf Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/leaf-design Ordinarily, this would be just a picture of leaves, all be it...interesting leaves, but with interesting light, it provides a unique perspective with positive and negative space. Further, I always really like shooting fresh unblemished nature.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 leaf design leaves nc botanical garden plants unc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/leaf-design Wed, 13 Jun 2018 05:08:59 GMT
Jessica 7 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-7 Found this tree an interesting spot for the model. The image also represents one "look" of nature in the US.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 jessica 7 jordan lake model nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-7 Tue, 12 Jun 2018 10:13:30 GMT
Jessica 5 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-5 Like the light reflecting off of the drops.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 jessica jordan lake model nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-5 Mon, 11 Jun 2018 04:31:35 GMT
Female Yellow Finch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/female-yellow-finch Back lighting.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 female yellow finch nature nc botanical garden yellow finch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/female-yellow-finch Sat, 09 Jun 2018 12:45:17 GMT
Jessica 4 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-4 Nice shell.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 jessica jordan lake model nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-4 Thu, 07 Jun 2018 12:22:29 GMT
Nuthatch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/nuthatch Had others, but the light caught him just right in this one.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 nature nc nc botanical garden nuthatch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/nuthatch Wed, 06 Jun 2018 08:37:24 GMT
Jessica 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-3 Was a beautiful day on Lake Jordan.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 jessica 3 jordan lake model nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica-3 Tue, 05 Jun 2018 05:41:44 GMT
Iris 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/iris-3 Really liked how the sun made the petals iridescent in spots of the flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers iris nature nc plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/iris-3 Mon, 04 Jun 2018 04:06:14 GMT
Jessica https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica One from a recent model Shoot.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 jessica jordan lake model nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/6/jessica Fri, 01 Jun 2018 23:05:56 GMT
Sunbittern https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/sunbittern Interesting bird. Reminds me of a Guinea Hen.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 nature sunbittern https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/sunbittern Mon, 28 May 2018 03:54:35 GMT
Jessica https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/jessica Just a little bit artistic.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 intermediate photography class jessica jordan lake model nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/jessica Sat, 26 May 2018 07:44:49 GMT
Lynx https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/lynx Gotta love those ears!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals big cats cats cmdphotos ©2018 conservators center lynx nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/lynx Fri, 25 May 2018 09:53:57 GMT
Purple and Orange https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/purple-and-orange These flowers were about an inch or less.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nature nc botanical garden plants purple and orange https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/purple-and-orange Wed, 23 May 2018 07:16:13 GMT
Cardinal and the Hand https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/cardinal-and-the-hand Really liked the lighting.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals birds cardinal cardinal and the hand cmdphotos ©2018 nature nc botanical garden https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/cardinal-and-the-hand Tue, 22 May 2018 07:00:39 GMT
Liz and Dale? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/liz-and-dale Communication?

 

Liz and Dale?Liz and Dale?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 language liz and dale? urban https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/liz-and-dale Sun, 20 May 2018 07:09:26 GMT
Leaf Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/leaf-design Really like the shadowing and depth.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 leaf design leaves nature nc botanical garden plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/leaf-design Sat, 19 May 2018 08:44:03 GMT
Yellow Mushrooms https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/yellow-mushrooms Really! They are yellow mushrooms!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 fungus plants yellow mushrooms https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/yellow-mushrooms Fri, 18 May 2018 06:37:22 GMT
Flicker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/flicker Woodpecker

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 flicker nature nc botanical garden woodpeckers https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/flicker Thu, 17 May 2018 11:17:39 GMT
Purple Flowers 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/purple-flowers-2 Really interesting Flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flower nature nc botanical garden plants purple flower 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/purple-flowers-2 Wed, 16 May 2018 09:26:58 GMT
Iris https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/iris Beautiful Lines.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flower iris nature nc botanical garden plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/iris Tue, 15 May 2018 08:51:31 GMT
Common Sparrow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/common-sparrow Shallow depth of Field.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-18 animals bird birds cmdphotos ©2018 common sparrow nc botanical garden https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/common-sparrow Mon, 14 May 2018 12:43:19 GMT
ELI FUN T https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/eli-fun-t For some reason, elephants are always fun to abstract.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 abstract animal animals cmdphotos ©2018 elephant eli fun t mammal https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/eli-fun-t Sun, 13 May 2018 12:12:28 GMT
Lion Eyes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/lion-eyes Really liked the lighting on this one.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals big cat cat cmdphotos ©2018 lion lion eyes mammals nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/lion-eyes Fri, 11 May 2018 08:13:07 GMT
Mallard https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/mallard Shot at ISO 3200.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals bird cmdphotos ©2018 duck mallard nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/mallard Sun, 06 May 2018 11:12:58 GMT
You Lookin at Me? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/you-lookin-at-me Can you feel him staring at you?

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals ape cmdphotos ©2018 nature portrait primate you lookin at me? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/you-lookin-at-me Sat, 05 May 2018 08:02:13 GMT
Scarlet Ibis https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/scar-et-ibis Shot at 3200 ISO

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 scarlet ibis https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/scar-et-ibis Fri, 04 May 2018 07:42:27 GMT
Eclectus Parrot https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/eclectus-parrot Shot at 3200 ISO.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 eclectus parrot nature parrot https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/eclectus-parrot Thu, 03 May 2018 18:00:48 GMT
Golden-crested Mynah https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/golden-crested-mynah Shot at 3200 ISO.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals bird cmdphotos ©2018 golden-crested mynah nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/golden-crested-mynah Wed, 02 May 2018 05:18:00 GMT
Flamingo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/flamingo Liked the lighting and positive and negative space.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals birds cmdphotos ©2018 flamingo nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/5/flamingo Tue, 01 May 2018 10:06:07 GMT
Kudu https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/kudu Cute little Feller.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals buck cmdphotos ©2018 kudu https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/kudu Mon, 30 Apr 2018 08:14:39 GMT
Same to You Buddy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/same-to-you-buddy Well Rock...at least mine is a real Gorilla.

 

Same to You Buddy!Same to You Buddy!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animal animals cmdphotos ©2018 gorilla mammal nature same to you buddy https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/same-to-you-buddy Sun, 29 Apr 2018 08:17:55 GMT
Reflections https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/reflections Framed

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals asheboro zoo bird cmdphotos ©2018 goose nature nc zoo zoo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/reflections Thu, 26 Apr 2018 06:20:08 GMT
Ocelot https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/ocelot Big Kitty.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals big cats cats cmdphotos ©2018 nature ocelot https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/ocelot Wed, 25 Apr 2018 08:44:38 GMT
Blue Bird https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/blue-bird Pretty Bird.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 animals bird blue bird cmdphotos ©2018 nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/blue-bird Tue, 24 Apr 2018 07:23:38 GMT
Tulip Triage https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/tulip-triage Straight shot with colored Lights.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 cmdphotos ©2018 color downtown durham durham flowers straight shot tulip triage tulips. https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/tulip-triage Sun, 22 Apr 2018 06:18:10 GMT
Shadow Image https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/shadow-image Time to use your imagination? I was walking into OCC and saw this interesting shadow.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 cmdphotos ©2018 design grass illusion lawn nature plants shadow image https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/shadow-image Sat, 21 Apr 2018 03:23:26 GMT
Run It Up https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/run-it-up I don't know...I just liked the perspective and the flag design.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flag pole run it up https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/run-it-up Thu, 19 Apr 2018 08:43:23 GMT
Dogwood Bouquet https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/dogwood-bouquet The Dogwood was just completely covered with all these blooms.

 

Dogwood BouquetDogwood Bouquet

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4-18 cmdphotos ©2018 dogwood dogwood bouquet flowers nature nc plants spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/dogwood-bouquet Wed, 18 Apr 2018 08:10:11 GMT
Carborro Play https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/carborro-play Just kinda goofing around with long exposures.

 

Carborro PlayCarborro Play

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) carborro play carrboro cars cmdphotos ©2018 long exposure night street town https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/carborro-play Tue, 17 Apr 2018 08:06:14 GMT
NC Spring Tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/nc-spring-tree Just thought they were really nice flowers for a tree.

 

NC Spring TreeNC Spring Tree

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nature nc botanical gardens nc spring tree plants spring tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/nc-spring-tree Sun, 15 Apr 2018 13:47:04 GMT
Flow of Leaves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/flow-of-leaves Just a really nice flow of lines.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) carrboro chapel hill cmdphotos ©2018 dusk flow of leaves nature plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/flow-of-leaves Sat, 14 Apr 2018 07:08:03 GMT
Girl, A Dog and a Stick https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/girl-a-dog-and-a-stick Color is not always the best way to go.

 

Girl, A Dog and a StickGirl, A Dog and a Stick

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) a girl a dog and a stick cmdphotos ©2018 durham farmer market people rain street https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/girl-a-dog-and-a-stick Thu, 12 Apr 2018 08:34:36 GMT
Spring Break https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/spring-break I like the design pattern that the ferns make, but at the same time representing new life, Spring or from the old comes the new.

 

Spring BreakSpring Break

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 basics cmdphotos ©2018 design flowers nc botanical gardens new life spring spring break https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/spring-break Tue, 10 Apr 2018 09:41:38 GMT
Columbine After Rain https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/columbine-after-rain Columbine After RainColumbine After Rain

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 cmdphotos ©2018 columbine columbine after rain flowers nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/columbine-after-rain Sun, 08 Apr 2018 07:38:11 GMT
Cacstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/cacstract I liked the abstract forms made by the shadows.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 abstract arboretum cacstract cactus cmdphotos ©2018 jc raulston arboretum nc plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/cacstract Sat, 07 Apr 2018 05:28:02 GMT
Globe on a Stick https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/globe-on-a-stick Found this to be a very pretty and unusual flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers globe on a stick nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/globe-on-a-stick Thu, 05 Apr 2018 09:54:09 GMT
Cardinal Couple https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/cardinal-couple Gee....I wonder what he did wrong?

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 birds cardinal couple cardinals cmdphotos ©2018 nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/cardinal-couple Wed, 04 Apr 2018 07:20:17 GMT
HAPPY EASTER!! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/happy-easter Happy Easter to All! Even the non-religious can appreciate the celebration of a new day...a new beginning.

 

Happy Easter!!Happy Easter!!

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2018 happy easter morning myrtle beach ocean https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/4/happy-easter Sun, 01 Apr 2018 07:30:37 GMT
Water Bud https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/water-bud Really liked the translucence of the emerging flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nature nc botanical gardens translucent water bud https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/water-bud Sat, 31 Mar 2018 07:40:15 GMT
Cardinal Conundrum https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/cardinal-conundrum Oh yeah....Fooled me. He's not even red!

 

Cardinal ConundrumCardinal Conundrum

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 birds cardinal cardinal conundrum cmdphotos ©2018 nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/cardinal-conundrum Fri, 30 Mar 2018 08:40:32 GMT
Amongst the Leaves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/amongst-the-leaves The two mixed together well.

 

Amongst the LeavesAmongst the Leaves

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 amongst the leaves cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/amongst-the-leaves Thu, 29 Mar 2018 09:54:46 GMT
Lesser Spotted Woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/lesser-spotted-woodpecker Poor little guy got named "the Lesser".

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 birds cmdphotos ©2018 lesser spotted woodpecker nature nc botanical gardens woodpecker https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/lesser-spotted-woodpecker Wed, 28 Mar 2018 07:46:14 GMT
Buds Red https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/buds-red Loved the way the leaves curl around the stem and buds.

 

Buds RedBuds Red

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 buds red cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nc botanical gardens spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/buds-red Tue, 27 Mar 2018 06:36:19 GMT
Yellow Finch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/yellow-finch Shot at NC Botanical Gardens.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 birds cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nature nc botanical gardens yellow finch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/yellow-finch Mon, 26 Mar 2018 07:23:01 GMT
Purple Illusion https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/purple-illusion Never really was to fond of this type of flower. However, with a closer look into the center I found something of interest. The patterns, positive and negative space and color tonality, to me, makes for an interesting abstraction. If you look at the image for just it's colors and not its actual shapes, you can see many abstract forms due to the interesting light falling on the subject.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 abstract cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nc botanical gardens purple illusion https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/purple-illusion Sun, 25 Mar 2018 08:33:59 GMT
Tiny Treasure https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/tiny-treasure Light and Angle.

 

Tiny TreasureTiny Treasure

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 and cmdphotos ©2018 flowers lighting nc botanical gardens spring tiny treasure tones https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/tiny-treasure Thu, 22 Mar 2018 08:01:33 GMT
Daffy Dill https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/daffy-dill Spring fresh!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 cmdphotos ©2018 daffy dill flowers nc botanical gardens spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/daffy-dill Wed, 21 Mar 2018 07:10:06 GMT
Columbine 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/columbine-2 Just simple.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 cmdphotos ©2018 columbine 2 flowers nc botanical gardens spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/columbine-2 Tue, 20 Mar 2018 08:43:44 GMT
Cross Flowers https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/cross-flowers Interesting translucent flowers.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 cmdphotos ©2018 cross flowers flowers nc botanical gardens spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/cross-flowers Mon, 19 Mar 2018 09:34:17 GMT
Columbine https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/columbine Columbines are out already.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 cmdphotos ©2018 columbine flowers nc botanical gardens spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/columbine Sun, 18 Mar 2018 10:16:54 GMT
Early Bradford Pear On Phone Camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/early-bradford-pear-on-phone-camera Just fillin break time with pictures on phone.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 early bradford pear phone camera february flowers tulip magnolia https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/early-bradford-pear-on-phone-camera Wed, 14 Mar 2018 13:37:00 GMT
SIDES https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/sides There is generally a little misconception upon fist View of the image.  The image is from the backside of the flower which in my opinion is even prettier than the front of the flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 cmdphotos ©2018 flowers nc botanical gardens plants sides winter spring https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/sides Sun, 11 Mar 2018 05:23:29 GMT
Spotted Flowers https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/spotted-flowers Interesting little green spots at the tips. The flower itself was only about a half inch tall.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 arboretum close up cmdphotos ©2018 flowers jc raulston arboretum nature spotted flowers https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/spotted-flowers Fri, 09 Mar 2018 05:37:36 GMT
Yellow Bursts https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/yellow-bursts Nice spring flowers on trees.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 arboretum cmdphotos ©2018 flowers jc raulston arboretum spring yellow bursts https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/yellow-bursts Thu, 08 Mar 2018 08:39:28 GMT
Tulips https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/tulips Beautiful Lighting.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-3-18 arboretum cmdphotos ©2018 early spring fap flowers jc raulston arboretum lighting magnolia nc raleigh tulips https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/tulips Mon, 05 Mar 2018 08:38:17 GMT
Thorn Star https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/thorn-star Thorn StarThorn Star

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3-18 arboretum cmdphotos ©2018 fine art photography class flowers jc raulston arboretum thorn star https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/thorn-star Sun, 04 Mar 2018 06:00:43 GMT
Tulip Magnolia - Phone Camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/tulip-magnolia---phone-camera I Took this with my Phone Camera this past week while on break from teaching Basics at Mount Olive College.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 durham flower nc phone camera tulip magnolia winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/3/tulip-magnolia---phone-camera Thu, 01 Mar 2018 08:25:06 GMT
Grunge 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/grunge-2 Just wanted to capture a real rough look that was half sexy and half aggro.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 grunge grunge 2 model style https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/grunge-2 Wed, 28 Feb 2018 10:28:46 GMT
No Parking https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/no-parking Signs,Signs...everywhere Signs.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 durham model models signs street art urban https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/no-parking Tue, 27 Feb 2018 08:19:14 GMT
Light Design 5 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/light-design-5 In this case, I took the original photo and digitally altered the original design.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) carrboro cmdphotos ©2018 designs digitally altered fine art photography 1st shoot light design 5 lights https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/light-design-5 Mon, 26 Feb 2018 08:48:10 GMT
Music in Color 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/music-in-color-2 I hope you enjoy this small "Series" of abstract patterns of light.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) artistic carrboro cmdphotos ©2018 designs fine art photography 1st shoot lights music in color 2 straight photo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/music-in-color-2 Sun, 25 Feb 2018 08:58:50 GMT
Light Design 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/light-design-3 More Light play!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 carrboro cmdphotos ©2018 designs fine art photography 1st shoot light design 3 lights https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/light-design-3 Sat, 24 Feb 2018 09:19:27 GMT
Music in Color https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/music-in-color Light Painting. Music is made out of waves. This is an actual photograph, not a computer generated design.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 carrboro cmdphotos ©2018 designs fap fine art photography 1st shoot lights music in color https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/music-in-color Fri, 23 Feb 2018 11:03:23 GMT
A Night at the Armadillo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/a-night-at-the-armadillo During a class shoot we had a nice street person volunteer to model for us. This picture is kind of opposite the last. Model is basically still with car in motion.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 a night at the armadillo carrboro cmdphotos ©2018 designs fap fine art photography 1st shoot lights https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/a-night-at-the-armadillo Thu, 22 Feb 2018 12:18:28 GMT
Doorway to Wonderland https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/doorway-to-wonderland An abstraction we learn in Fine Art Photography class.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 artistic carrboro cmdphotos ©2018 designs doorway to wonderland fap fine art photography 1st shoot lights https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/doorway-to-wonderland Wed, 21 Feb 2018 09:07:40 GMT
Doing the Armadillo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/doing-the-armadillo A Broadway play right on the footsteps of the Armadillo! LOL

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 architecture carrboro cmdphotos ©2018 dancing doing the armadillo fap fine art photography 1st shoot no dancing people play street art https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/doing-the-armadillo Tue, 20 Feb 2018 08:59:48 GMT
Sunflower Imagined https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sunflower-imagined There are many ways to represent a subject, this past week are but a few examples.

 

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 artistic rendering cmdphotos ©2018 plants studio sun flower sunflower sunflower imagined https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sunflower-imagined Mon, 19 Feb 2018 07:17:58 GMT
Depth of a Sunflower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/depth-of-a-sunflower The interesting thing to me...is seeing all those tiny threads attached to all those tiny seeds. The seeds get smaller and smaller as you look inward, almost creating a tunnel. Indeed there is some depth there as you can see the water droplets seem to have permeated to different levels of depth into the flower. Very visually interesting. Does help the larger it's viewed.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 depth of sunflower nature plants seeds studio sun flower sunflower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/depth-of-a-sunflower Sun, 18 Feb 2018 07:09:23 GMT
Sun Flower Dark Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sun-flower-dark-design Was kinda partial to this one.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 plants studio sun flower sun flower dark design sunflower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sun-flower-dark-design Sat, 17 Feb 2018 08:10:43 GMT
Sun Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sun-flower Different Angle, different Lighting.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 plants studio sun flower sunflower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sun-flower Fri, 16 Feb 2018 08:36:57 GMT
Sun Flower Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sun-flower-design Yet another way to look at this Multi-dimensional flower.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 plants studio sun flower sun flower design sunflower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sun-flower-design Thu, 15 Feb 2018 08:03:09 GMT
Sunset Sunflower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sunset-sunflower In contrast.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 plants studio sun flower sunflower sunset sunflower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sunset-sunflower Wed, 14 Feb 2018 08:23:01 GMT
Sun Up Sunflower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sun-up-sunflower Liked the light and shadows.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2-18 cmdphotos ©2018 plants studio sun flower sunflower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/sun-up-sunflower Tue, 13 Feb 2018 07:24:57 GMT
Is Photography Art? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/is-photography-art I recently came across this little gem (link below). It's on a "Debate" forum. It asks...is photography art? Since it has no qualifiers....my answer is........... This isn't a debate. It's a brainless question. It's like asking if your momma is a female?

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/2/is-photography-art Sun, 11 Feb 2018 22:20:36 GMT
Sunset Snow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/sunset-snow Really liked the rays coming through the trees to make the snow sparkle and a sun star.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 cmdphotos ©2018 snow sun sunset snow trees winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/sunset-snow Mon, 29 Jan 2018 12:17:56 GMT
Raggedy Snow Ann https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/raggedy-snow-ann Just thought it was a fun picture. This snow Ann is way raggedy. Plus I thought it was a nice background of the lake.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 cmdphotos ©2018 lake nature parkwood raggedy snow ann snow snowman winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/raggedy-snow-ann Fri, 26 Jan 2018 08:02:49 GMT
Snow Glow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/snow-glow This is from the day after the snow. The sun light was passing threw the trees and creating a glow around the snow.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 cmdphotos ©2018 nature snow snow glow sun trees winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/snow-glow Thu, 25 Jan 2018 08:22:00 GMT
Snowman https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/snowman I was kinda going for a Norman Rockwell type of look.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) artistic cmdphotos ©2018 kids leisure nature play snow snowman winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/snowman Wed, 24 Jan 2018 08:05:11 GMT
Snow Gulls https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/snow-gulls What makes this picture unique to me is that this is the first time I have ever seen Sea Gulls in snow. Not even sure how they could stand flying with the wind wiping the snow so hard over the Parkwood Lake.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) birds cmdphotos ©2018 durham lake nature nc parkwood sea gulls snow snow gulls winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/snow-gulls Tue, 23 Jan 2018 08:25:14 GMT
Bummer https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/bummer So...what do you do when you loose your ride? The wind was blowing the snow off of the lake, which was immediately to the left,  so fast that I could hardly see, but people were out having a great time!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) bummer cmdphotos ©2018 durham funny lake leisure nc parkwood sledding snow white out winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/bummer Mon, 22 Jan 2018 07:51:52 GMT
White Road https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/white-road I was shooting some trees and turned around to look up the road and saw mother and daughter coming home from sledding. This was shot during pretty much a total "white out".

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 cmdphotos ©2018 daughter durham mother nature nc road sledding snow winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/white-road Sun, 21 Jan 2018 08:27:36 GMT
White Pines https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/white-pines Snow had just covered the pines and I found the channel of the trees and depth interesting.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 cmdphotos ©2018 nature snow trees white pines winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/white-pines Fri, 19 Jan 2018 05:44:17 GMT
Snow Cap https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/snow-cap Hey...dog's gotta stay warm too! Lucy...rockin her snow cap! LOL

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 animal cmdphotos ©2018 dog lucy nature portrait snow winter https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/snow-cap Thu, 18 Jan 2018 06:48:55 GMT
Looking Glass Falls https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/looking-glass-falls Tried to balance out the foreground with the background with the rushing water.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 cmdphotos ©2018 landscape looking glass falls nature river water waterfall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/looking-glass-falls Wed, 17 Jan 2018 09:47:48 GMT
Interesting Facades https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/interesting-facades Interesting combinations.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 architecture asheville buildings cmdphotos ©2018 colors interesting facades https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/interesting-facades Sun, 14 Jan 2018 08:24:30 GMT
Dimensional Train https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/dimensional-train I wanted to give the feeling of movement and crossing of dimensions.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 artistic asheville cmdphotos ©2018 dimensional train illusion train https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/dimensional-train Sat, 13 Jan 2018 12:33:22 GMT
Heron on Grass Edge https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/heron-on-grass-edge Another Heron from Jordan Lake, NC

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1-18 birds cmdphotos ©2018 flight heron jordan lake lake nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/heron-on-grass-edge Fri, 12 Jan 2018 07:44:49 GMT
Star Fireworks https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/star-fireworks I don't know...just because I liked it.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2018 fire works fireworks myrtle beach star fireworks https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/star-fireworks Wed, 10 Jan 2018 10:11:29 GMT
All Teed Up https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/all-teed-up Just can't help thinking of Golf. LOL This is a combination of two individual fireworks.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) all teed up cmdphotos ©2018 fire works fireworks golf myrtle beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/all-teed-up Tue, 09 Jan 2018 08:49:20 GMT
Sunrise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/sunrise With this picture I feel both Serenity and Excitement.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2018 morning myrtle beach nc serene sunrise https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/sunrise Mon, 08 Jan 2018 07:40:57 GMT
Dancing Bars https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/dancing-bars Here again...I like the fireworks, but what makes it interesting is the smoke that is with the fireworks.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2018 dancing bars fire works fireworks myrtle beach smoke https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/dancing-bars Sun, 07 Jan 2018 08:21:29 GMT
The Runner https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/the-runner I like the design the fireworks made, but more importantly is the figure that I see in the smoke. A woman. In the upper right section of the photo is her head and torso. Her body goes through the right half of the light and the legs are in the bottom right. It looks like the woman is either running or playing a flute (flute coming out of the fireworks in top right section) with her leg up in bottom right. Yeah, yeah yeah, but do you see it? If nothing else, I like the smokes relationship with the fire.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) abstract cmdphotos ©2018 design figure fire works fireworks myrtle beach the flutist the runner woman https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/the-runner Sat, 06 Jan 2018 08:46:07 GMT
Lucy 1st 2018 Snow (Phone Camera) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/lucy-1st-2018-snow-phone-camera Please sir....let me in! It's cold outside! (fyi...she only was out to pee) LGG4

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 1st 2018 animal cmdphotos ©2018 dog lucy pet phone camera snow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/lucy-1st-2018-snow-phone-camera Fri, 05 Jan 2018 08:32:48 GMT
PC Abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/pc-abstract Just havin a bit of fun with geometric abstracts.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) abstract artistic cmdphotos ©2018 pc pc abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/pc-abstract Thu, 04 Jan 2018 09:35:23 GMT
Carolina Woman Magazine 2017 Photo Contest 3rd Place https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/carolina-woman-magazine-2017-photo-contest-3rd-place Normally I don't enter many competitions anymore, but since I announced this competition to everyone, I felt the need to enter myself. Apparently there were many entries from all over the state. You can check out the website here to see the other winners: http://www.carolinawoman.com/photo_winners2017.php

Anybody wanna buy a Sparkling Water Maker?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 3rd place carolina woman magazine carolina woman magazine 2017 photo contest 3rd place north carolina photography competition https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/carolina-woman-magazine-2017-photo-contest-3rd-place Wed, 03 Jan 2018 07:17:44 GMT
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2017-2018 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/happy-new-year-2017-2018 HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 2017 2018 happy new year 2017-2018 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2018/1/happy-new-year-2017-2018 Mon, 01 Jan 2018 05:00:13 GMT
Perusing https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/perusing Maybe the other direction is better than the last one? LOL

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 cormorant flight jordan lake lake nature perusing https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/perusing Sun, 31 Dec 2017 07:34:42 GMT
Abstract Illusion https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/abstract-illusion Are the stairs going down to the left or going down to the right? Or up depending on how you look at it.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) abstract abstract illusion cmdphotos ©2017 illusion patterns https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/abstract-illusion Sat, 30 Dec 2017 07:22:57 GMT
Spray https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/spray Really like the spray coming off the Cormorant.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 cormorant jordan lake lake nature spray water fowl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/spray Fri, 29 Dec 2017 09:17:36 GMT
Hawk Eye? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/hawk-eye The Heron was intensely staring at the water between the two rocks.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 eno river heron nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/hawk-eye Thu, 28 Dec 2017 08:53:28 GMT
Soar https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/soar We definitely Soared through this year!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 eagle flight jordan lake osprey sky soar https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/soar Wed, 27 Dec 2017 07:22:54 GMT
Frosty Says MERRY CHRISTMAS! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/frosty-says-merry-christmas I just want to wish all a very MERRY CHRISTMAS!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 butterflies christmas cmdphotos ©2017 complementary color flowers frosty butterfly life and science museum merry christmas plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/frosty-says-merry-christmas Mon, 25 Dec 2017 05:49:14 GMT
Moon in all it's Glory https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/moon-in-all-its-glory Can you imagine what it took too create the creators on the moon? Shot this with just my 100-400mm.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2017 moon moon in all its glory night https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/moon-in-all-its-glory Sun, 24 Dec 2017 07:44:03 GMT
Christmas Park Lake View https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/christmas-park-lake-view It's startin to feel a lot like Christmas...everywhere you go.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) artistic boat dock christmas park lake view cmdphotos ©2017 lake night time" https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/christmas-park-lake-view Sat, 23 Dec 2017 07:36:22 GMT
Eno Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/eno-flight Caught him right before his feet left the water.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 eno flight eno river heron nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/eno-flight Fri, 22 Dec 2017 08:47:11 GMT
Tranquil Existence https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/tranquil-existence Just read a sentence from “Mother!”. It talks about “tranquil existence”.....what the hell is that ? Has anybody ever attained “Tranquil Existence” before? Sure there are those that “claim” they have. However, what do they base it on? Even monks base their tranquility on doing with out much more than the basics. How do we estimate the basics in order to qualify as tranquil existence? So then, what would it take to guarantee tranquil existence? Well potentially everyone could have a different definition of tranquil existence. The main key however...is that it requires an overall sensation of comfort. So, that is a feeling no matter where it came from. The question is....where are you comfortable at? What gives you peace. What ever it is, equals your spot for tranquility. Ultimately, can at best anyone find total tranquility? Maybe Buddha or Christ, but even then was it total?...... Oops.......I just figured out what absolute tranquility is...gettin to go pee after 4 beers. LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) tranquil existence https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/tranquil-existence Thu, 21 Dec 2017 08:16:57 GMT
Interesting People https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/interesting-people This is one of the people pulled off the street to do the Click Photography Festival 8x10 tintypes.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 click photography festival cmdphotos ©2017 durham interesting people portrait tintype https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/interesting-people Wed, 20 Dec 2017 08:29:19 GMT
Eno Dinner https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/eno-dinner Tasty Morsel! LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno dinner eno river heron nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/eno-dinner Tue, 19 Dec 2017 10:42:45 GMT
Heron's Smile https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/herons-smile He was just hangin out on a rock in the middle of the Eno River.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 cmdphotos ©2017 cole eno river heron heron's smile mill river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/herons-smile Mon, 18 Dec 2017 09:28:24 GMT
NEW FILE FORMAT TO REPLACE JPEG's? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/new-file-format-to-replace-jpegs NEW FILE FORMAT TO REPLACE JPEG's?

Hey all you Apple “i” this and that users plus the rest of us. Here is a new format that you will have to contend with....like it or not! Personally, following the belief that quality is more important than space, I do not like it (as it stands currently). I can refer you to history. It used to be that just 1 gig on a memory card in 2004 cost $500! So, although this new format saves space....so what in it's current standing.

Apple announced in June of this year at its WWDC programmer conference that it's endowing its iPhones, iPads and Macs with support for a new photo-storing technology called HEIF, short for High Efficiency Image Format. HEIF needs only half the storage space as a JPEG photo of about the same quality. So surely adopting HEIF is a no-brainer?

Nope.

It hasn't even made it to the dictionary yet. Everybody at Apple pronounces it "heef," but some people disagree. Heef, hife, hey-f, heff -- we could be looking at another internet culture war like the dispute over hard G vs. soft G when saying "GIF."

Compatibility problems and other factors complicate HEIF's prospects. But Apple has massive clout in the computing industry. If it succeeds in pushing HEIF into the mainstream, we stand to possibly benefit [if quality improves]-- not just from saving storage space, but also from cooler animated photos, more powerful image-editing possibilities and even fulfilled promises of augmented reality.

To help you understand the issues, here's a look at HEIF.

There's a good chance HEIF will barge into your life. Not only does it let you squeeze more photos onto your phone, HEIF also modernizes digital photography in important ways. Its future looks a lot brighter with Apple's backing. It's the world's most profitable tech company, selling one of the world's highest-profile phones and a lot of computers as well. Apple's endorsement carries a lot of weight with app programmers, chip manufacturers and the millions of people who use its products. Best to get a handle on HEIF now.

What is a photo file format again?
It's a standard way for computers to store and view pictures. With one, it doesn't matter if you took a photo with an Android phone and then share it with a college roommate with a Windows PC. JPEG, the king of photo formats, has been around for decades, and every computing device out there understands JPEG files. But HEIF is new, so most devices today have no idea how to handle them. For those devices, encountering an HEIF file is like when you visit a country where you don't speak the language.

The biggest benefit is data compression. The close to original, high-quality version of an image often can be shrunk so you can fit more on your phone and worry less about blowing through your monthly network data cap when you share them. Photos using HEIF take up half the space as a JPEG or alternatively offer possibly crisper, more detailed and colorful images at the same size.

HEIF uses video compression technology called HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding) that was designed by some of the best experts in the business -- the Motion Picture Experts Group. If you watched streaming video on your TV, phone or PC in the last day, chances are good it used their video compression technology. HEIF is the technique to compress individual frames that comprise an HEVC video.

HEIF uses some similar methods as JPEG, but goes a step further. JPEG breaks an image up into blocks, each of which is compressed with a clever combination of trigonometry and matrix mathematics whose details needn't worry you. One way HEIF improves on JPEG is by comparing those blocks. If one block is similar to another, HEIF records just the difference, which requires less storage space. In effect, for example, HEIF could tell a computer, "just put some blue sky here like we already did for the upper-left patch of the photo."

HEIF offers a lot more than just smaller photo file sizes, and indeed those other features are a big part of why Apple picked it. HEIF is actually a container that can hold a lot more than just a single image. It's a good way to store an animated image like an Apple live photo, for example, or one of those eerily compelling half-moving, half-still images called a cinemagraph. It also can hold a collection of photos taken in a burst, though Apple isn't using it for that purpose, at least now. It can also hold audio, video and text information, too -- imagine a short video clip with a caption that you might post on Snapchat.

When Apple uses HEIF for its live photos, that'll make it easier for other phone makers or app developers to view them. If other phone makers want use the same feature, iPhone users should be able to see them more easily if they're recorded as HEIF images as well.

HEIF also can bundle multiple photos of the same scene, for example shots taken at different brightness levels that you might later want to combine into a single image through a technology called high-dynamic range (HDR) photography. Apple doesn't take advantage of this particular ability -- iPhones generate HDR images before they're saved into a file -- but HEIF opens the door for several computational photography technologies like HDR. Another use of stacks of photos is to package shots with different focus points that can later be combined for different photographic effects.

Here's another thing HEIF can do: store extra data called a depth map that records how far away each part of a scene is from the camera that took the photo. That's just what an iPhone 7 Plus can do with its dual-camera design, so HEIF offers a straightforward way for app developers to use that distance information once iOS 11 starts shipping. Apple uses the data to blur backgrounds in its portrait mode, but now others can use it for other effects -- generating a selfie of you on the moon or some other exotic location, for example.

"In iOS 11, we're storing the depth map as part of what we capture.We're giving you and your app access to the photo and the depth map so you can load it up and use this to do your own creative effects,” Marineau-Mes told app developers.

SO WHAT ARE THE PROBLEMS WITH HEIF FILES? The biggest one is that most devices and programs don't know how to read HEIF files. Adobe Systems' Photoshop, for example, has no support. Nor do any web browsers. And it's tough to get new formats to catch on.Microsoft improved on the JPEG with a format called JPEG XR, but it never got traction. Google's WebP format is now common on the web, but it's not used anywhere else. Even Google's Android phones can't take WebP photos.

Will HEIF kill off JPEG? No way. Even if HEIF turns out to be a smash hit, billions of JPEGs will persist on the internet, phones, PCs, digital cameras and countless digital nooks and crannies. If any formats achieve immortality, it'll be text files and JPEG.

Despite the huge storage savings, image quality left a bit to be desired. Taking a close look at each set of images, we saw that the new high efficiency format loses detail, especially in low-light shots. Compared to JPEG files, detail and color looked smudged and smeared.
Even though the new HEIF format loses some image quality, it's still very impressive for being almost two times smaller in size.
If you aren't viewing images side-by-side and aren't looking for the absolute best quality, then shooting in high efficiency format should be fine for you.

There are also a few issues when importing HEIF files to Mac, including odd file handling quirks like unwanted auto-conversion to JPEG which in itself degredates quality and enlarges the file size.

So here's the big question: should you take photos in the new HEIF format or the older, yet more widely compatible, JPEG format?

First of all, there is only one iOS Settings option for changing photo and video recording formats. And the new 4K 60 frames per second and 1080p 240 frames per second recording modes offered with iPhone 8 and iPhone X require the high efficiency mode to be turned on.

If you want to take higher quality JPEG photos, but also shoot in 4K 60, you'll have to constantly switch back and forth in the Settings menu.

If we're just talking photos, then it depends on the user. If you're the kind of person who takes thousands of photos and doesn't really mind a slight degradation in quality, then definitely use the new HEIF format. If you don't take that many photos, or you have a higher storage iPhone model, then use the old JPEG format to ensure you're getting the highest quality images possible.

Soooo...again, unless image quality is upgraded in the HEIF format, I will not be using it. Yes, as mentioned, there are other benefits, but those benefits can be done in other currently existing technologies. To sum things up...it is good to know about this new format, especially if you are an Apple user.

Article comes from a combination of Appleinsider Staff, Stephen Shankland and Mike Dellerman (for educational purposes only).

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) apple file format format heif new photography https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/new-file-format-to-replace-jpegs Sun, 17 Dec 2017 08:00:26 GMT
Rush https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/rush Shot at Cabes Ford on the Eno. Just really liked the ripples in the water.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 cabes ford cmdphotos ©2017 eno river rush water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/rush Sat, 16 Dec 2017 10:06:52 GMT
Weaved Petals https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/weaved-petals Again, more of my artistic side. I had to use several brushes and techniques to get this to look the way I wanted.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 abstract cmdphotos ©2017 flower nature nc botanical garden plant weaved petals https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/weaved-petals Fri, 15 Dec 2017 07:45:12 GMT
Heron Around the Corner https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/heron-around-the-corner The Heron had just turned the corner around the rock when he obviously spotted something.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river heron heron around the corner nature river water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/heron-around-the-corner Thu, 14 Dec 2017 08:15:11 GMT
Moon Reflections https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/moon-reflections Taken at the last Supermoon in the beginning of December on Parkwood Lake.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2017 lake landscape moon moon reflections night parkwood water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/moon-reflections Wed, 13 Dec 2017 08:58:18 GMT
Sun and Leaves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/sun-and-leaves I know, this is just a splash of color with random patterns, but I like it. Can anyone tell me why people will stare at an abstract piece of art on a museum wall for quite a while, but this is “just” a photograph. This is a photograph of reality imitating art that is imitating reality. LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 abstract cmdphotos ©2017 fall fall colors lake leaves parkwood sun and leaves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/sun-and-leaves Tue, 12 Dec 2017 06:56:30 GMT
Cold Witch Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/cold-witch-flower Took it this season just after a frost. Really liked it for the abstract feel of the plant and the textures.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 abstract cmdphotos ©2017 cold witch flower fall leaf nc botanical garden plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/cold-witch-flower Mon, 11 Dec 2017 12:06:59 GMT
Cormorant DO what tey DO https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/cormorant-do-what-tey-do Shot at Parkwood Lake. They have such rude birds there. First the duck sticking his tongue out at me and now the Cormorant showing his ass.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 cormorant cormorant do what day do lake water fowl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/cormorant-do-what-tey-do Sun, 10 Dec 2017 09:20:08 GMT
Star Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/star-flower I really liked the uneven growth of these petals.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 cmdphotos ©2017 flower nature nc botanical garden plant star flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/star-flower Sat, 09 Dec 2017 08:33:40 GMT
Winter Prep https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/winter-prep Such a cute little guy. This spider was less than an inch big and making what looked like an egg sack.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 aracnid bugs cmdphotos ©2017 insects nc botanical garden spider winter prep https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/winter-prep Fri, 08 Dec 2017 07:58:47 GMT
Parkwood Lake Mallard https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/parkwood-lake-mallard I don't usually take pictures of common Mallard, but this was so pristine and such interesting water that I couldn't resist. Of course...the Mallard was not to happy about it!

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 duck lake nature parkwood lake mallard https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/parkwood-lake-mallard Thu, 07 Dec 2017 11:18:43 GMT
Parkwood Lake Cormorant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/parkwood-lake-cormorant Close-up from my local Lake.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 12-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 comarant lake nature nc parkwood lake cormorant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/parkwood-lake-cormorant Wed, 06 Dec 2017 09:25:23 GMT
Leaf Light https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/leaf-light Another shot I took with my phone. I shot this leaf with the sun straight behind it. Liked the colors and translucent veins.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 fall leaf light leaves lg g4 phone camera phone pictures https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/leaf-light Tue, 05 Dec 2017 09:22:04 GMT
Fall Trees (Phone Camera) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/fall-trees-phone-camera Nothing to fancy. Just a few pictures I took with my phone while on a walk with Lucy.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 fall fall trees leaves lg g4 phone camera phone pictures https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/fall-trees-phone-camera Mon, 04 Dec 2017 08:37:17 GMT
Peace https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/peace Love the background on this.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2017 model peace rocks rose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/peace Sun, 03 Dec 2017 13:32:25 GMT
Critique https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/critique Ok, so this is for all my students, but anyone can join in the discussion. Take a look at the 4 pictures from this "Headline" first two pages of the Digital Photo Magazine. Now keep in mind that these photos are "supposed" to be ultimate examples of what you should supposedly do, especially the Nikon advertisement. I want you to find the compositional flaws (as I teach) in each of these photos. Please submit them on here as a "message".  By the way...no such thing as a wrong answer. Go ahead! Give it your best guess. Personally, I think the photos here are a joke.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) critique https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/critique Sat, 02 Dec 2017 08:08:43 GMT
Cole Mile Bridge https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/cole-mile-bridge An example for my Beyond Basics Students.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2017 cole mill bridge fashion model nc https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/12/cole-mile-bridge Fri, 01 Dec 2017 08:28:33 GMT
Furry Moth https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/furry-moth This moth had amazing colors.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) bug cmdphotos ©2017 furry moth insect moth nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/furry-moth Thu, 30 Nov 2017 10:37:26 GMT
Pre-flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/pre-flight Caught this Heron just before flight.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river heron nature pre-flight river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/pre-flight Wed, 29 Nov 2017 09:10:09 GMT
My Flock https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/my-flock Another angle to my Heron and Turtles. Looks like Heron is 'lording" over his turtles. LOL

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) ?my 10-17 cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river flock" heron rriver turtles https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/my-flock Tue, 28 Nov 2017 13:38:53 GMT
Nature Appreciation https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/nature-appreciation I could say many possible scenarios and connections here, but....I'll leave it up to you.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 culture eno river fall nature nature appreciation people river woods https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/nature-appreciation Mon, 27 Nov 2017 07:09:17 GMT
Black Eyed Susan Abstracted https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/black-eyed-susan-abstracted Really Liked the metamorphosis from the center.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 abstract black eyed susan abstracted cmdphotos ©2017 fall nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/black-eyed-susan-abstracted Sun, 26 Nov 2017 08:59:31 GMT
Camillia https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/camillia CamilliaCamillia

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 camillia cmdphotos ©2017 fall flower nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/camillia Sat, 25 Nov 2017 14:04:34 GMT
Wild Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/wild-flower I liked the spacial design in this one.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 fall flower nature nc botanical gardens plants wild flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/wild-flower Fri, 24 Nov 2017 09:20:50 GMT
Happy Thanksgiving! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/happy-thanksgiving Happy ThanksgivingHappy Thanksgiving

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 happy thanksgiving https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/happy-thanksgiving Thu, 23 Nov 2017 09:18:56 GMT
Leaf Life https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/leaf-life I find that there is beauty even in decay. Leaf LifeLeaf Life

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 beauty cmdphotos ©2017 decay fall leaf life leaves nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/leaf-life Wed, 22 Nov 2017 10:30:06 GMT
Simple Elegance https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/simple-elegance It's amazing how something so simple can be so beautiful. The freshness of life in just a plain setting can be just as interesting as a beautiful sunset if we take time to look.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 beginning cmdphotos ©2017 fall flower life nature nc botanical gardens plants simple elegance https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/simple-elegance Tue, 21 Nov 2017 11:55:13 GMT
Fern Script https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/fern-script This Fern just reminds me of script writing or Asian Script.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 fall fern fern script nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/fern-script Mon, 20 Nov 2017 08:38:37 GMT
Ripples https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/ripples Like the water reflections. Water was really low on Jordan Lake.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 fall jordan lake nature nc ripples sea forth https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/ripples Sun, 19 Nov 2017 13:19:48 GMT
Fall Color https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/fall-color Really liked the color, shapes and texture.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 fall fall color leaves nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/fall-color Sat, 18 Nov 2017 08:38:05 GMT
Leaf Lines https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/leaf-lines These dried Fall leaves were about 12-20" long. Personally, I can find beauty even in decay. Let me know if you can agree!?

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 bxw cmdphotos ©2017 fall leaf lines leaves nature nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/leaf-lines Fri, 17 Nov 2017 09:23:04 GMT
Tranquil Eno https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/tranquil-eno Just a nice tranquil pic of the Eno river.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 eno river fall nature river water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/tranquil-eno Thu, 16 Nov 2017 09:15:38 GMT
Fall Ginkgo https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/fall-ginkgo I've always thought this was an amazing tree. I liked the design, colors and positive/negative space. This was shot in front of a grey sky.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 fall fall ginkgo ginkgo nature nc botanical gardens plants tree https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/fall-ginkgo Wed, 15 Nov 2017 11:06:06 GMT
Husky https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/husky The Husky was on the Eno River suspension bridge when I shot this.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 animal cmdphotos ©2017 dog eno river fall husky nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/husky Tue, 14 Nov 2017 11:30:05 GMT
SHROOMS https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/shrooms I decided to put these recent Shrooms pics together. Let me know if you have a favorite?

 

White Woods MushroonWhite Woods Mushroon Eno River MushroomsEno River Mushrooms Brown Cap Woods MushroomBrown Cap Woods Mushroom

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 eno river eno river mushrooms fungus jordan lake mushroom nature nc sea forth white woods mushroom https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/shrooms Mon, 13 Nov 2017 07:28:54 GMT
Resist https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/resist For several reasons this photo said "resist" to me.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 age cmdphotos ©2017 jordan lake kayak nc resist sea forth https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/resist Sun, 12 Nov 2017 10:04:51 GMT
Heron on Jordan https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/heron-on-jordan That water must be really cold!

Heron on JordanHeron on Jordan

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 bird cmdphotos ©2017 heron jordan lake nature nc sea forth https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/heron-on-jordan Sat, 11 Nov 2017 06:20:57 GMT
SA Mountains https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/sa-mountains Just some nice scenery in South Africa with foreground element.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) african bxw cmdphotos ©2017 environment horse mountains pasture sa sa mountains https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/sa-mountains Fri, 10 Nov 2017 17:10:23 GMT
A Smoke and a Smile https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/a-smoke-and-a-smile Hey anyone gotta cigarette?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) a smoke and a smile african animals camel close-up cmdphotos ©2017 mammals sa https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/a-smoke-and-a-smile Thu, 09 Nov 2017 09:19:53 GMT
African Hay Transport https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/african-hay-transport This method of transportation is actually an upgrade to other forms, such as wheel barrels and baskets.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) africa african african hay transport cmdphotos ©2017 donkeys mountains sa https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/african-hay-transport Wed, 08 Nov 2017 08:47:08 GMT
Ostrich https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/ostrich I am sure there could be soooo many captions to go with this picture.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) africa bird cmdphotos© 2017 nature ostrich https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/ostrich Tue, 07 Nov 2017 07:24:37 GMT
Spray https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/spray Really interesting how the spray covered the rider.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 11-17 cmdphotos ©2017 jet ski jordan lake nc sea forth spray https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/spray Mon, 06 Nov 2017 10:03:36 GMT
Balance https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/balance The Heron had just slid down the rock. Shot at ISO 1600.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 balance bird cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river heron nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/balance Sun, 05 Nov 2017 09:15:50 GMT
Eno River Cabes Ford 2nd Angle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/eno-river-cabes-ford-2nd-angle For those keeping track, Do you like this angle better than the first?

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river eno river cabes ford 2nd angle fall river trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/eno-river-cabes-ford-2nd-angle Sat, 04 Nov 2017 06:47:13 GMT
Mask https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/mask I knew when I took this picture that the mask would be artistic in expression, but wanted to keep it semi realistic as a whole.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 artistic chapel hill cmdphotos ©2017 design halloween mask https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/mask Fri, 03 Nov 2017 04:40:32 GMT
Catch of the Day https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/catch-of-the-day Dinner time on the Eno.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 bird catch of the day cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river fishing heron nature river water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/catch-of-the-day Thu, 02 Nov 2017 07:28:03 GMT
Eno River Cabes Ford https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/eno-river-cabes-ford Really liked the reflections that lead up to the trees.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 cabes ford cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river fall nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/11/eno-river-cabes-ford Wed, 01 Nov 2017 10:04:05 GMT
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/happy-halloween Happy Halloween to all my Family, Friends and Clients!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 boo cmdphotos ©2017 happy halloween spider https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/happy-halloween Tue, 31 Oct 2017 07:27:45 GMT
Eno Heron Leg Deep https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/eno-heron-leg-deep Eno Heron Leg DeepEno Heron Leg Deep

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno heron leg deep eno river heron nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/eno-heron-leg-deep Mon, 30 Oct 2017 07:23:40 GMT
Heron Against the Eno Geography https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/heron-against-the-eno-geography The perfect Eno background. In my opinion.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river heron landscape nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/heron-against-the-eno-geography Sun, 29 Oct 2017 05:14:52 GMT
Catch of the Day https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/catch-of-the-day I liked the contrast between the man and the grass. An uncluttered background, but interesting environment.

Catch of the DayCatch of the Day

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 cmdphotos ©2017 fishing grass marsh nature nc net net caster sound side wrightsville https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/catch-of-the-day Sat, 28 Oct 2017 07:44:52 GMT
Carolina Woman Magazine Photo Contest https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/carolina-woman-magazine-photo-contest Hi All,

Just a reminder that Carolina Woman Magazine Photo Contest entry deadline is soon!

 

Carolina Woman Mag. Photo Contest 2017Carolina Woman Mag. Photo Contest 2017

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 carolina woman magazine photo contest https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/carolina-woman-magazine-photo-contest Fri, 27 Oct 2017 20:14:53 GMT
In The Way https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/in-the-way What can I say...you don't see this very often.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river heron in the way nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/in-the-way Fri, 27 Oct 2017 08:50:21 GMT
Don't Look Under the Pillow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/dont-look-under-the-pillow While hiking on a trail...this little guy was right in the middle of the path. I was happy to shoot him...rather than wear him.

Don't Look Under The Pillow!Don't Look Under The Pillow!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 arachnid cmdphotos ©2017 cutie design halloween insect pattern spider https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/dont-look-under-the-pillow Thu, 26 Oct 2017 19:18:26 GMT
ENO River Heron Close https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/eno-river-heron-close I was about 5-6 feet away from the Heron.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 bird cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river eno river heron close heron nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/eno-river-heron-close Wed, 25 Oct 2017 08:26:32 GMT
Chapel Hill Night Lights https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/chapel-hill-night-lights This is a picture I did as a demo for my Beyond Basics Class.

Chapel Hill Night LightsChapel Hill Night Lights

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 car lights chapel hill chapel hill night lights cmdphotos ©2017 dpbb motion night https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/chapel-hill-night-lights Tue, 24 Oct 2017 09:56:09 GMT
Heron Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/heron-silhouette I waited till the Heron got to the brightest point of the reflections to create basically a silhouette of the bird.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river heron heron silhouette nature river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/heron-silhouette Mon, 23 Oct 2017 08:26:29 GMT
Eno Woman https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/eno-woman Local river shot. Eno River State Park. What do you think?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-16 cmdphotos ©2017 eno eno river eno woman model river water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/eno-woman Sun, 22 Oct 2017 11:29:51 GMT
Cool Clouds https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/cool-clouds Nothing all that special, but shot these really nice clouds with my cell phone.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cell phone camera clouds cmdphotos ©2017 cool clouds design sky https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/cool-clouds Sat, 21 Oct 2017 05:29:04 GMT
ENO Blue Heron _plus crop https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/eno-blue-heron-_plus-crop Check out the Feathers. I couldn't decide which design I liked the best. ENO Blue HeronENO Blue Heron ENO Blue Heron CloseENO Blue Heron Close

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 bird cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno blue heron eno river heron river https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/eno-blue-heron-_plus-crop Fri, 20 Oct 2017 11:21:47 GMT
Veins https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/veins I liked the combination of the veins in the leaf and the ones in the rock.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river leaf nature plants river rock veins https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/veins Thu, 19 Oct 2017 07:41:14 GMT
Turtle Heron More Turtles https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/turtle-heron-more-turtles Harmony or  Fear?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 cmdphotos ©2017 colemill eno river heron nature nc turtle heron more turtles turtles https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/turtle-heron-more-turtles Wed, 18 Oct 2017 08:04:01 GMT
Flowerbud Painting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/flowerbud-painting This picture is just as good as any painting. Many brushes and decisions of style were made.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 cmdphotos ©2017 flowerbud painting flowers nature nc botanical gardens painting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/flowerbud-painting Tue, 17 Oct 2017 08:05:50 GMT
Dance Impression https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/dance-impression This image was a happy accident. It reminds me of some of the Impressionistic art I have seen. Can you make out the figures in this photograph?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 abstract click photography festival cmdphotos ©2017 dance impression durham impression party pinhook https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/dance-impression Mon, 16 Oct 2017 09:39:07 GMT
BYOB https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/byob Beautiful Yellow Orange Butterfly.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 bb bugs butterfly cmdphotos ©2017 insects nature nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/byob Sun, 15 Oct 2017 09:31:49 GMT
Hibiscus Side Angle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/hibiscus-side-angle Kind of a different perspective.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 cmdphotos ©2017 flowers" hibiscus side angle nc botanical gardens plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/hibiscus-side-angle Sat, 14 Oct 2017 10:10:07 GMT
Purple Pleasure https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/purple-pleasure Just beautiful.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 cmdphotos ©2017 flowers nature nc botanical gardens plants purple pleasure https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/purple-pleasure Fri, 13 Oct 2017 07:21:31 GMT
Still https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/still Interesting people in Durham.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 click photography festival cmdphotos ©2017 durham tintype tintype sitting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/still Thu, 12 Oct 2017 08:16:26 GMT
Tintype Telling https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/tintype-telling This is an example of what it was like to take a photo in the mid 1800's. The Tintype (or Ferrotype) had a long exposure. The subject would have to hold still for a second to minutes. This past weekend I was out on "Bronze Bull Square" helping out with the Click! Photography Festival event. We were making 8x10 plates of people from the street.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 click photography festival cmdphotos ©2017 durham format large posing tintype tintype telling https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/tintype-telling Wed, 11 Oct 2017 10:13:32 GMT
Leaf Light Abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/leaf-light-abstract I think these type of leaves are interesting enough just in themselves. What drew me to this leaf was the lighting. The design, the way light falls on the leaf to created shapes and shape. I added extra texture to help the lighting stand out even more.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 cmdphotos ©2017 leaf light abstract lighting nature nc botanical gardens plants texture https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/leaf-light-abstract Mon, 09 Oct 2017 23:51:00 GMT
Fern Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/fern-flower Loved the design and the lighting.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10-17 cmdphotos ©2017 design fern fern flower flowers nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/fern-flower Sat, 07 Oct 2017 06:40:54 GMT
Louie Palu Speech Self Portrait https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/louie-palu-speech-self-portrait During the Opening Event of the Click Photography Festival, Louie Palu (the Photographer's show) took a moment from his speech to take a self portrait. So....I took a portrait of some other photographers taking a portrait of Louie Palu taking a self portrait. LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 10--17 chapel hill click click photography festival cmdphotos ©2017 forest theater louie palu show self portrait https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/louie-palu-speech-self-portrait Thu, 05 Oct 2017 09:53:20 GMT
Mary Virginia Swanson on “Making and Marketing Art” Seminars https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/mary-virginia-swanson-on-making-and-marketing-art-seminars Hi All,

Here's another write up I did on some free seminars!

Oct. 3, 2017, Durham, NC - We would like to introduce a valuable part of the Click! Photography Festival, the Click! Academy. Special photography workshops and seminars are a big part of our festival and open to the public. For example, one of our seminars is by Mary Virginia Swanson on “Making and Marketing Art”. This seminar is in two parts on two consecutive days. The Thursday's session is themed “Market and the Marketplace” and the second day's seminar will be “Funding models for your Long-term project”. Click! is pleased to partner with Duke's MFA/EDA program, East Carolina University Art Department, and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro to offer this 2 part series of seminars on professional development.

 

Swanson is an author, educator, and advisor who helps the artist find the strength in their work. She helps photographers identify appreciative audiences and how to present their work in an informed professional manner. Swanson co-authored with Darius Himes the acclaimed Publish Your Photography Book: Revised & Updated (Princeton Architectural Press, 2014). Swanson is known for staying current in today’s diverse marketplace for photographs.

 

Thursday, Oct. 5th from 1-3pm with Q&A after, Swanson will talk about viable way to meet industry professionals that can make a difference in your career. Whether a fine print is shown in a museum or in a corporate office, reproduced as a book cover illustration or featured in product advertising, the value of that photograph is different for each buyer. In this seminar, Swanson will provide an overview of the opportunities for, and the value of, placing your work within today's diverse photography marketplace.

 

Friday, Oct. 6th from 1-3pm, Swanson will will describe the path to successful fundraising to support the completion and subsequent publication & exhibition of your photography projects. Ms. Swanson will share resources for fundraising and describe her research methodology to secure financial support for your photography project to reach the broadest possible audience.

 

Both of these extraordinary seminars are free to the public, but advanced registration is encouraged. The seminars will be held in the Full Frame Theater at the American Tobacco Campus, Durham, NC. For more information, the public can go to the Click! Photography Festival website here; http://www.clicktrianglephoto.org/mary-virginia-swanson-seminars/

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Click! Photography Festival https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/click-photography-festival
Lots of stuff going on this week in photography! There is an outdoor Opening going on Wednesday at noon at the Forest Theater. Lot's of free Seminars, workshops and shows!
 
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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/click-photography-festival Tue, 03 Oct 2017 09:09:09 GMT
Crocus Cluster https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/crocus-cluster Nothing Fancy. I just liked the colors and the freshness of the flowers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 bugs cmdphotos ©2017 crocus cluster flowers" nc botanical gardens plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/crocus-cluster Tue, 03 Oct 2017 08:58:17 GMT
Hangin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/hangin I guess this is how a Praying Mantis relaxes. He was all spread out chillin until I must have disturbed him.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 bugs cmdphotos ©2017 flowers hangin insects nc botanical gardens praying mantis https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/10/hangin Sun, 01 Oct 2017 23:54:43 GMT
Butterfly on Purple https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/butterfly-on-purple Do you think he's admiring himself in the lens mirror?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 bugs butterfly butterfly on purple cmdphotos ©2017 flowers nc botanical gardens purple flowers https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/butterfly-on-purple Sat, 30 Sep 2017 11:09:01 GMT
Click! Photography Festival https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/click-photography-festival Hi All,

Big Events in Photography for the month of October! The Click! Photography Festival has events going on all October long!

Here's a write up I did for just a few events. More to come!

Click! is honored to bring Guggenheim Fellow award winner Louie Palu to the
Triangle area through combined efforts of the Click Photography Festival, UNC School of Media
and Journalism, Duke University Center for Documentary Studies and the William and Ida
Friday Center for Continuing Education.
At 12pm on Oct. 4th, there will be an Opening reception for a very unique outdoor photography exhibit
created by Louie Palu called “Garmsir Marines”, held at UNC's Forest Theater in Chapel Hill. “Wars
old and new form the fabric of this country, photography can be a window for a community to come
together to reflect on what that means to each of us” -Louie Palu. Mr. Palu has covered three wars in
the past 10-years including Afghanistan, Mexican drug war and Ukraine.
Louie Palu will hold a 3 day series of workshop from 6-9pm on Oct. 4-6th at Duke University's Center
for Documentary Studies. This three part series of intensive workshops are for photographers and film
makers looking to significantly advance their work in the industry. Drawing on his 25+ years of
experience as a documentary photographer, Louie Palu will share his specialized in-depth knowledge
on successfully completing a long-term photography project from start to finish. Mr. Palu specializes in
and is best known for his many award winning projects; including a 15-year long project called Cage
Call: Life and Death In The Hard Rock Mining Belt on the working lives of hard rock miners. Mr. Palu
has been awarded 15 grants and fellowships to fund his work. His experience will guide an in-depth
lesson on grant writing. Having been mentored by some of the world’s most recognized curators and
photo editors, an in-depth lesson on long form editing and sequencing images for books and exhibitions
will be a core component of this workshop. Fieldwork techniques from working at home in your own
community to woking in war zones will be covered. The third part of the series will be on successful
audio and video techniques to create your work, along with successfully publishing and exhibiting of
your work.
On Saturday, Oct. 7th at 6:30pm Mr. Palu will be the Keynote speaker at 100 Friday Center Drive,
Chapel Hill. The event is free and open to the public. His work has been featured on the BBC, NPR,
The New York Times and TIME magazine.
On Sunday, Oct. 8th at 1pm Mr. Palu will present two short films based on his time embedded in
Kandahar Afghanistan and the Ukraine. Viewing will be at the Varsity Theatre, Chapel Hill. Entry is
free and open to the public.
The public can visit: www.clicktrianglephoto.org for more information on the exhibit, workshops,
Keynote and Films.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 bugs bumble bee cmdphotos ©2017 flowers insects nc botanical gardens pollen pollen run https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/pollen-run Thu, 28 Sep 2017 09:32:42 GMT
Butterfly on High https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/butterfly-on-high Butterfly on HighButterfly on High

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 bugs butterfly butterfly on high cmdphotos ©2017 flowers" nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/butterfly-on-high Wed, 27 Sep 2017 08:55:00 GMT
Crocus Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/crocus-design The flower was pretty enough, but I like this even better.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 artistic cmdphotos ©2017 crocus crocus design design flowers nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/crocus-design Tue, 26 Sep 2017 06:07:30 GMT
In Focus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/in-focus Pic was taken with my Phone. Can you guess why I chose the title? Probably could come up with lot's of other titles?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 click! meeting cmdphotos ©2017 in focus phone camera spider https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/in-focus Mon, 25 Sep 2017 07:26:16 GMT
Leaf Art 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/leaf-art-3 I can't decide whether I like Leaf Art, Leaf Art 2 or Leaf Art 3 better. Can I get your opinion? Thanks!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 abstract beauty cmdphotos ©2017 leaf leaf art 3 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/leaf-art-3 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 10:50:39 GMT
Leaf Art 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/leaf-art-2 I can't decide if I like "Leaf Art, Leaf Art 2 or Leaf Art 3 better. Can I get your opinion? Thanks!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 abstract beauty cmdphotos ©2017 leaf leaf art 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/leaf-art-2 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 10:48:07 GMT
Leaf Art https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/leaf-art To me, this is natures beautiful abstract.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 abstract beauty cmdphotos ©2017 leaf leaf art https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/leaf-art Sat, 23 Sep 2017 07:10:59 GMT
Fallen https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/fallen I really liked the abstractness of this wall in Hillsborough. I like what it had become from what the original artist theoretically intended.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 abstract artistic change cmdphotos ©2017 fallen metaphor wall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/fallen Fri, 22 Sep 2017 09:02:38 GMT
Should the Government have a Key to Unlock and Search YOUR PHONE? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/should-the-government-have-a-key-to-unlock-and-search-your-phone Hi All, Apparently this article is from 2016. I am posting this because I just read it and thought you might be interested in it too. This IS SCARY STUFF! I do not know what the outcome is or even will be in the future, but talk about invasion of privacy!!! I cut some of the article out that was redundant. This Article was from APPLE, Inc.:

 

The United States government has demanded that Apple take an unprecedented step which threatens the security of our customers. We oppose this order, which has implications far beyond the legal case at hand.

Smartphones, led by iPhone, have become an essential part of our lives. People use them to store an incredible amount of personal information, from our private conversations to our photos, our music, our notes, our calendars and contacts, our financial information and health data, even where we have been and where we are going.

All that information needs to be protected from hackers and criminals who want to access it, steal it, and use it without our knowledge or permission. Customers expect Apple and other technology companies to do everything in our power to protect their personal information, and at Apple we are deeply committed to safeguarding their data.

Compromising the security of our personal information can ultimately put our personal safety at risk. That is why encryption has become so important to all of us.

Specifically, the FBI wants us to make a new version of the iPhone operating system, circumventing several important security features, and install it on an iPhone recovered during the investigation. In the wrong hands, this software — which does not exist today — would have the potential to unlock any iPhone in someone’s physical possession.

The FBI may use different words to describe this tool, but make no mistake: Building a version of iOS that bypasses security in this way would undeniably create a backdoor. And while the government may argue that its use would be limited to this case, there is no way to guarantee such control.

The Threat to Data Security

Some would argue that building a backdoor for just one iPhone is a simple, clean-cut solution. But it ignores both the basics of digital security and the significance of what the government is demanding in this case.

In today’s digital world, the “key” to an encrypted system is a piece of information that unlocks the data, and it is only as secure as the protections around it. Once the information is known, or a way to bypass the code is revealed, the encryption can be defeated by anyone with that knowledge.

The government suggests this tool could only be used once, on one phone. But that’s simply not true. Once created, the technique could be used over and over again, on any number of devices. In the physical world, it would be the equivalent of a master key, capable of opening hundreds of millions of locks — from restaurants and banks to stores and homes. No reasonable person would find that acceptable.

The government is asking Apple to hack our own users and undermine decades of security advancements that protect our customers — including tens of millions of American citizens — from sophisticated hackers and cybercriminals. The same engineers who built strong encryption into the iPhone to protect our users would, ironically, be ordered to weaken those protections and make our users less safe.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/should-the-government-have-a-key-to-unlock-and-search-your-phone Thu, 21 Sep 2017 04:49:53 GMT
The Kiss https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/the-kiss More Phone Fun!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 bugs caterpillar cmdphotos ©2017 hillsborough insects lgg4 nature the kiss https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/the-kiss Wed, 20 Sep 2017 11:34:48 GMT
Fun Sunday! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/fun-sunday Ok...Ok....so it's not beautiful to you, but after many hours of digging rocks and dirt out of the culvert, it's beautiful to me! LOL Oh....and the "hurricane" we didn't get made me do it!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos © 2017 fun fun sunday hurricane https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/fun-sunday Sun, 10 Sep 2017 23:04:19 GMT
October Click! Photography Festival https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/october-click-photography-festival Are you into photography? Well you can get a whole month of it! Click! is looking for volunteers to help out with many things mainly during Oct. 4-8th. Please contact me if you are interested! Who knows, you may learn a lot and make some great contacts with curators, professionals and patrons!

NC Governor Roy Cooper October Proclamation


Sept. 9, 2017 - North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper has decided to make October
the official “Month of Photography” for the state. Click! holds an annual
photography festival in the Triangle spanning the month of October.


The “CLICK! Photography Festival” celebrates the medium of photography and its
cultural influence by engaging the North Carolina Triangle community and state with
exceptional photo-based works and artists. The month-long festival in October brings
together exhibitions and programming while fostering dialogue between photographers
and community members, all in hopes of inspiring artistic excellence, supporting
professional development and promoting community engagement.


This October, the Click! Photography Festival will offer a diverse array of unique
photographic opportunities to the triangle and state. The core events will take place
from October 4 – 8th called “Click! 120” ( named for 120 hours and a special medium
format film commonly used by professional photographers). This is no small event.
Those 120 hours will feature Keynote addresses, Portfolio Reviews, Workshops, Art
Bus Tours, Panel Discussions, Artist Talks, Gallery and Museum openings and more.


Click! will be bringing some very big names and events to the capital city area from the
fields of photography and art. As part of Click! 120 there is our “Click! Academy”
offering a wealth of informative lectures.:
• Click! is pleased to partner with Duke's Center for Documentary Studies, The
William and Ida Friday Center and the UNC School of Media and Journalism to
offer a 3 part series of intensive workshops, Keynote lecture, film screening and
exhibition by the esteemed photographer, filmmaker and educator Louie Palu.
• Click! is pleased to partner with Duke's MFA/EDA program, East Carolina
University Art Department, and the University of North Carolina at Greensboro to
offer a 2 part series of seminars on professional development for artists and
photographers by author and educator Mary Virginia Swanson.
• Click! is pleased to partner with the Art Institute of Raleigh Durham to present a
seminar by Peter Krogh, author of THE DAM BOOK (about rapid high quality
digitization).
• Click! is pleased to partner with Cassilhaus to present a workshop by
photographer, author and educator Sean Kernan.
• Click! is pleased to partner with the Nasher Museum to present a keynote talk by
the legendary, visionary curator and author Anne Wilkes Tucker.
• Click! is pleased to partner with the North Carolina Museum of Art to present a
keynote talk by photographer Matthew Brandt.


Click! is sponsoring many other amazing events held during the month of October:


• Click! is proud to partner with the City of Durham's Public Art Committee and
Photoville to present THE FENCE in Durham. THE FENCE is the largest
photography public art exhibit in the world. The Fence is being displayed in
Durham August - November 2017 and is a part of the Click! ART BUS TOUR.
• During the month of October Click! is also pleased to present well over 35 major
photography exhibits in the Triangle area.
• Click! is pleased to announce the winner of our first ever $2,500 PIC grant to
Leah Sobsey and Tim Telkamp who will use the UNCG Art Truck as a mobile
wet plate studio. They will be making a series of Tintype portraits at Click events
as well as in neighborhoods that might not necessarily participate in Click events
otherwise.
• Click! Is pleased to sponsor a PORTFOLIO REVIEW for photographers by 12
esteemed curators, collectors, editors and authors from all over the US.


Click! is proud to round out the end of the month with the very rare and “Mythical”
Giant Polaroid Camera
. This is one of the LAST opportunities to use the Camera in its
final year of operation. The 20x24” Camera will be in residence at Anchorlight in
Raleigh from Oct. 27-29th. The 20×24” Polaroid history runs deep with artists such as
Chuck Close, Mary Ellen Mark, William Wegman, Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg
and many more. The public, for a fee, has the opportunity to use the “mythical beast”.
The resulting print will be a one of a kind heirloom for many generations to come.


The Click! Photography Festival is fiscally sponsored by VAE Raleigh, a non-profit
organization. The public can find more information about this event through the website
http://www.clicktrianglephoto.org/


Media Contact:
Mike Dellerman – Media Relations
Email: [email protected]
PH#: 919-475-9918


Bryce Lankard – Executive Director, Click! Photography Festival
Email: [email protected]
PH#: 917-204-8165
130 Bolton Place, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) click! click! art bus click! photography festival gallery photography shows governor lectures mythical beast polaroid camera north carolina october photography polaroid tintypes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/october-click-photography-festival Sat, 09 Sep 2017 09:53:38 GMT
Dimensions https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/dimensions I really like this image because I could literally isolate small areas of this image to create a unique abstract as you have seen in the past few days. Now that you can see the whole image, you can hopefully see a subject and maybe the background. So is the some of the parts better than the parts or visa versa? DimensionsDimensions

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 abstract artistic cmdphotos © 2017 dimensions straight photograph https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/dimensions Fri, 08 Sep 2017 11:07:40 GMT
Dimensions Abstract 4 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/dimensions-abstract-4 Here are the other two I need your help with. Can you please tell me which one you like better??? They are numbered 3 and 4. Number three has movement if you stare at it long enough. Especially the orangish bar on the left.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 abstract cmdphotos ©2017 dimensions abstract 3 and 4 illusion https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/dimensions-abstract-4 Thu, 07 Sep 2017 01:34:07 GMT
Dimensions Abstracts https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/dimensions-abstracts In the next few days I am going to post a series of abstract images. I would greatly appreciate it if you would tell me which one you like the best out of the two! Thanks in advance for your help!!!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-17 abstract artistic cmdphotos ©2017 dimensions abstract 1 and2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/dimensions-abstracts Mon, 04 Sep 2017 19:27:54 GMT
No Extra Fees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/n-extra-fees Amazing what Advertising can get away with. Aren't taxes and overages extra fees?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) funny ads no extra fees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/n-extra-fees Sun, 03 Sep 2017 21:18:30 GMT
Luminous Leaves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/luminous-leaves Really  liked the positive and negative space. The texture of the leaves is interesting too.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2017 leafs luminous leaves nature plants positive and negative space https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/luminous-leaves Sat, 02 Sep 2017 06:16:48 GMT
Clouds and their Beams https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/clouds-and-their-beams Taken with my Cellphone during break of a class.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-17 beams cellphone clouds clouds and beams cmdphotos ©2017 lg g4 sky sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/9/clouds-and-their-beams Fri, 01 Sep 2017 08:47:36 GMT
Eclipse and a Smile https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/eclipse-and-a-smile Ok, Ok...guy's gotta have some fun occasionally. Can't always be serious!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-17 cmdphotos ©2017 eclipse eclipse and a smile fun solar solar eclipse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/eclipse-and-a-smile Thu, 31 Aug 2017 08:06:55 GMT
Real Lines https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/real-lines I like the design and lighting.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2017 design lighting lines railing real lines https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/real-lines Wed, 30 Aug 2017 09:30:46 GMT
Sunset Grass https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/sunset-grass Really liked the pattern of the water grass against the ocean waters.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) birds cmdphotos ©2017 coast cormorant ocean outer banks sea sunset sunset grass https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/sunset-grass Tue, 29 Aug 2017 08:07:54 GMT
Eclipse Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/eclipse-design My perspective of this eclipse shot is more directed towards design. In this case the flare positioning is what I would consider as a "happy accident".

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-17 abstract cmdphotos ©2017 design eclipse eclipse design solar solar eclipse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/eclipse-design Mon, 28 Aug 2017 10:28:36 GMT
Trapped at 8 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/trapped-at-8 I decided to make this a BxW because the colors didn't do much for the image and it helps to concentrate on the shapes, shadows and event itself.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) boy cmdphotos ©2017 human experience life metaphor pool society trapped at 8 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/trapped-at-8 Sun, 27 Aug 2017 08:58:33 GMT
What the New USB Type-C Port Means for Photographers https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/what-the-new-usb-type-c-port-means-for-photographers

 

By Greg Scoblete

With the introduction of the new MacBook, Apple has incorporated an all new connector: USB Type-C, or USB-C in Apple-speak. Apple won’t be alone in offering new USB Type-C products, so we thought we’d compile a quick guide for photographers to introduce them to the new interface.

What’s the Big Deal?

It’s simple: you will finally have a single cable to connect all of your cameras, laptops, external drives, card readers, monitors, (most) smartphones and (most) tablets together. All those micro USB cables piling up in your drawer? Kiss them goodbye.

USB Type-C is the latest generation of the venerable USB connection that is the backbone of a digital workflow. This new version has the same connection on both ends of the cable, so you’ll never again jam the wrong end into your device. What’s more, much like Apple’s existing Lightning connector, there’s no “right side up” — the USB Type-C plugs into a port no matter what side is up. This is important not simply to minimize the fairly trivial problem of not plugging things in the right way, but the issue of having properly sized cables for a variety of devices. USB Type-C is small enough for mobile devices but powerful enough for laptops and larger gadgets (like cameras). It is, to borrow the phrase, “one plug to rule them all.” 

Of course, it won’t “rule them all” for quite some time. Given the sizable install base of traditionally-sized USB ports, adapters, like Apple’s new multi-port adapter, will be necessary during the transition. 

Still, since the Type-C connector is smaller, it means the devices that incorporate USB ports can slim down as well.

What Can USB Type-C Do?

It’s small, yes, but also speedy. The new connector promises transfer speeds of 10Gbps. That’s as fast the current USB 3.1 standard (which is in turn faster than USB 3.0), but slower than Thunderbolt 2, which clocks in at 20Gbps. This speed differential means that for some applications–such as video editing off of an external hard drive–the new USB Type-C connection won’t replace Thunderbolt 2 anytime soon.

Still, it packs enough bandwidth to drive a 4K display. In fact, the USB Type-C standard can do the work of an HDMI, VGA and Mini Displayport cable, which is why Apple consolidated all of those functions into just a single port on its new MacBook.

UPDATE (1/8/2016): There are two “flavors” of USB Type-C: Gen. 1 and Gen. 2. The former is slower, delivering 5Gbps (the original USB 3.1 speed) transfer speeds. USB-C Gen 1 connections will typically be used on hard disc drive storage devices, a Lacie spokesperson tells us, since those spinning plates can’t yet keep up with the faster speeds offered by Gen 2. That spec, Gen 2, will be available on SSD drives, which can keep up with the 10Gbps transfer rates. Moral of the story, to enjoy the fastest speeds possible through USB Type-C, you’ll need to make sure you’re using a Gen 2 connection and that is, at least for now, confined to SSD-based storage devices. 

The new connector can also deliver bi-directional power, instead of just a one-way charge. So if your laptop’s dying, you could use your tablet to recharge it. It’s also capable of delivering more power than USB 3.0: a full 20V vs. USB 3.0’s 5V. Anything that requires USB recharging should recoup quicker when using the new connector. 

Finally, the USB Type-C port is designed to be future proof. According to the USB Implementors Forum, the plug is “designed to support future USB performance needs.” Presumably those “needs” entail catching up to, if not surpassing, Thunderbolt 2. 

When Will Other Devices I Use Support the New Standard?

The USB Type-C specification was approved late last year, so companies are undoubtedly implementing the connection in their roadmaps. LaCie is one of the first hard drive makers to introduce a Type-C product, but as of yet, no camera company has tipped their hand. If we had to guess, hard drive makers will jump on the Type-C bandwagon rather quickly, followed by PC and laptop vendors, with camera companies trailing the field. 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) article photography usb-c https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/what-the-new-usb-type-c-port-means-for-photographers Sun, 27 Aug 2017 01:16:47 GMT
My Version of Eclipse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/my-version-of-eclipse So, what do you see first? Let me know and I'll tell you what I see.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-21-17 cmdphotos ©2017 eclipse my version eclipse solar solar eclipse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/my-version-of-eclipse Sat, 26 Aug 2017 08:18:53 GMT
Wind Planes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/wind-planes I don't know....I just like it. Things you find at Kill Devil Hills, NC.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) banks" cmdphotos ©2017 coastline kill devil hills ocean outer planes wind planes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/wind-planes Fri, 25 Aug 2017 07:42:19 GMT
U.S. border agents stopped journalist from entry and took his phones https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/u-s-border-agents-stopped-journalist-from-entry-and-took-his-phones SOOOOO SCARY STUFF!! All your text, photos, documents, life, etc. available for the US to just take without cause. An example, is actually loss of information. For example, secret informants for journalists will no longer wanna be secret informants. Information is then lost! We the people Loose.

Story by Andrea Peterson:

 

Award-winning Canadian photojournalist Ed Ou has had plenty of scary border experiences while reporting from the Middle East for the past decade. But his most disturbing encounter was with U.S. Customs and Border Protection last month, he said.

On Oct. 1, customs agents detained Ou for more than six hours and briefly confiscated his mobile phones and other reporting materials before denying him entry to the United States, according to Ou. He was on his way to cover the protest against the Dakota Access Pipeline on behalf of the Canadian Broadcast Corporation.

If Ou had already been inside the U.S. border, law enforcement officers would have needed a warrant to search his smartphones to comply with a 2014 Supreme Court ruling. But the journalist learned the hard way that the same rules don't apply at the border, where the government claims the right to search electronic devices without a warrant or any suspicion of wrongdoing.

That alarms civil liberties advocates because smartphones have become the hub that connects all aspects of a person's digital life. The status quo means the most intimate photos or messages of anyone who crosses the border could end up in the government's hands. It's even more concerning when wielded against people like journalists, who may have confidential information stored on their devices, critics argue.

“[W]e believe that CBP took advantage of Mr. Ou’s application for admission to engage in an opportunistic fishing expedition for sensitive and confidential information that Mr. Ou had gathered through his newsgathering activities,” wrote American Civil Liberties Union attorney Hugh Handeyside in a letter to the CBP and the Department of Homeland Security last week. The ACLU is helping Ou respond to the matter.

In an emailed statement, CBP declined to discuss Ou’s situation because the agency does not comment on individual travelers. However, everyone “arriving to the U.S. are subject to CBP inspection” which “may include electronic devices,” the agency said.

“Keeping America safe and enforcing our nation's laws in an increasingly digital world depends on our ability to lawfully examine all materials entering the U.S.,” the statement said.

The government has long asserted the authority to inspect anyone and anything crossing into the country, according to Rachel Levinson-Waldman, senior counsel to the Brennan Center's Liberty and National Security Program. That power is backed up by legal precedent and amounts to an exception to the unwarranted search and seizure protections baked into the Fourth Amendment, she said.

“They can conduct these type of searches without a warrant or without suspicion,” Levinson-Waldman said.

That search power was formally extended to cover things like laptops and smartphones a little less than a decade ago, she said, while legal challenges have been met with mixed results. In 2013, the Department of Homeland Security’s office of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties found that requiring reasonable suspicion for electronic device searches would be “operationally harmful” while not providing the same level of civil liberties benefit.

According to documents the ACLU obtained via a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit, the electronic devices of more than 6,500 people traveling across the U.S. border were searched between October 2008 and June 2010, and nearly half of those people were U.S. citizens. CBP did not immediately provide more recent statistics when requested. 

The power has been wielded against a range of people, from therapists to engineers, The Washington Post previously reported. It’s unclear how many journalists have faced such searches.

But the ACLU argues the agency’s treatment of Ou was “unjustified and unlawful,” saying it wasn’t “necessary” or “appropriate” — a threshold set in the statute outlining CBP’s search authority.

Ou said he's unclear about why he was detained. One agent told him his name was the same as a "person of interest" on the watch list of an unspecified law enforcement agency, but later said the name match was not the "official" reason he was denied entry, according to Ou.

During the interrogation, CBP officers requested Ou unlock his mobile phones so they could search them, he said. After he refused — explaining that he had an ethical obligation to protect his reporting sources — the agents took the devices away, he said.

When the phones were returned hours later, it was clear that someone had tampered with the SIM cards and potentially made copies of data on the devices, he said. Because the phones were encrypted, Ou is not sure how much — if any — information they were able to access.

The ACLU is asking that the government destroy any copies of Ou’s data it obtained during his detainment. It is also requesting an explanation for why he was stopped and assurances that he won’t face similar treatment going forward.

Mark Harrison, Ou’s editor and the head of CBC News’s health, science and technology unit, said the news agency has not faced similar problems at the border in the past and expressed concern about the precedent. “This has the potential to expose and compromise confidential sources,” Harrison said. “It goes against the very principles of a free and independent media.”

Another recent incident involving a journalist occurred in July, when Wall Street Journal reporter Maria Abi-Habib said she was stopped and asked to turn over her mobile phones by Homeland Security officers while flying into Los Angeles. The officials backed off only after she referred them to the Journal’s legal team, according to a Facebook post by Abi-Habib.

"My rights as a journalist or US citizen do not apply at the border," she wrote.

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Nothing But A Rose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/nothing-but-a-rose I really liked the unusual layers of petals on this rose. I felt that by adding the artisitic texture it would make the layers stand out even further.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) abstract cmdphotos © 2017 flower nothing but a rose abstract plants rose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/nothing-but-a-rose Thu, 24 Aug 2017 07:30:22 GMT
Waiting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/waiting Yeahhh...what he said.....Where's that shrimp boat?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) birds cmdphotos ©2017 dock nature ocean outer banks sea gulls waiting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/waiting Wed, 23 Aug 2017 07:47:23 GMT
House on the Beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/house-on-the-beach Besides the color design, what interests me is that they went to the trouble of painting these windows, but not the stairs or porch?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) buildings cmdphotos ©2017 design home house house on the beach ocean outer banks rural landscape style https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/house-on-the-beach Tue, 22 Aug 2017 08:00:40 GMT
Glass Half Full https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/glass-half-full Just playin around in the studio. Thirsty? Liquid Gold.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-17 cmdphotos ©2017 fluid glass lighting liquid motion reflection studio https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/glass-half-full Mon, 21 Aug 2017 07:33:15 GMT
2017 Solar Eclipse Instructions for your Cellphone Camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/2017-solar-eclipse-instructions-for-your-cellphone-camera Hi All,

Thought some of you would like to know how you can take a picture of the Eclipse with your cellphone camera. These directions come straight from NASA. Please remember NOT to look directly at the sun and DO NOT point your camera or PHONE camera at the sun. It can ruin your sensor. However, you can use authentic Eclipse sunglasses in front of your lens on the phone. You need to be on a tripod! I have also attached a link for doing time lapse with your cellphone. IPhones usually have the capability, but Android might not. So...I attached a link for an app. too! Enjoy this marvel of nature!!!

https://eclipse2017.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/Photographing%20the%20Eclipse%20with%20your%20Smartphone.pdf

 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.flavionet.android.camera.lite&hl=en

 

2017 Solar Eclipse Phone Camera Instructions2017 Solar Eclipse Phone Camera Instructions

By the way, the sun is a real picture, but the eclipse is fake.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 8-17 camera cmdphotos ©2017 eclipse phone camera instructions phone. solar eclipse https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/2017-solar-eclipse-instructions-for-your-cellphone-camera Mon, 21 Aug 2017 04:05:48 GMT
Outer Banks Unusual Cloud https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/outer-banks-unusual-cloud Liked the way the dock leads out into the ocean, the flow of water and direction of the cloud.

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Ocean Egret https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/ocean-egret When is that shrimp boat gonna finally get here?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) birds cmdphotos ©2017 coast egret ocean ocean egret outer banks pier https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/ocean-egret Sat, 19 Aug 2017 07:56:37 GMT
Skate Boarder Abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/skate-boarder-abstract That's a long way down for a kid. I really liked the perspective and shadows.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos ©2017 leisure recreation skate boarder abstract skateboarder sports https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/skate-boarder-abstract Fri, 18 Aug 2017 06:28:59 GMT
Flower Fun https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/flower-fun Don't blame me, I was just tryin to take a picture of these beautiful flowers and these bugs just rudely came onto the flowers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 9-16 cmdphotos ©2016 flower fun funny insects nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/flower-fun Thu, 17 Aug 2017 07:18:27 GMT
Solar Eclipse Glasses https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/solar-eclipse-glasses Ready to watch the Eclipse! LOL

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Hummingbird Moth https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/hummingbird-moth Cute little guy.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) bugs cmdphotos ©2017 hummingbird moth insects moth nc botanical gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/hummingbird-moth Tue, 15 Aug 2017 05:36:16 GMT
Fishin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/fishin Taken with my Cellphone. Might not be the greatest pic in the world, but all I can say is Ahhhhhhh my kind of relaxing.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 beach boat cmdphotos ©2017 fishing ocean surf fishing wrightsville beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/fishin Mon, 14 Aug 2017 07:07:31 GMT
Heron in Reeds https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/heron-in-reeds If this picture was larger, it would be easier to see the detail of the design. Of all the paintings I have ever seen of Herons, this painting is just as good as any other. Of course....I may be bias.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 artistic birds cmdphotos ©2017 heron heron in reeds jordan lake lake nature painting https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/heron-in-reeds Sun, 13 Aug 2017 10:52:49 GMT
Floating Butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/floating-butterfly This little guy was pretty.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) bugs butterfly cmdphotos ©2017 floating butterfly insect nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/floating-butterfly Sat, 12 Aug 2017 06:00:23 GMT
Ocean Rainbow (Cellphone Camera) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/ocean-rainbow-cellphone-camera I was walking along the Carolina Beach Boardwalk when this Rainbow appeared over the water itself. You can even see where it ends. Was there a pot of gold? I don't know...I didn't have my diving gear! LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) beach cell phone cellphone camera cmdphotos ©2017 landscape ocean rainbow sea oats sea shore https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/ocean-rainbow-cellphone-camera Fri, 11 Aug 2017 06:49:04 GMT
Heron in the Clouds https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/heron-in-the-clouds What I think is fairly unique about this picture, is seeing a Heron high up with the clouds. I just couldn't remember seeing any pictures with a Heron in the clouds. So I checked the internet through 1000s of Heron pictures and couldn't find any with clouds (Not that that is conclusive).

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds clouds cmdphotos ©2017 heron heron in the clouds jordan lake lake nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/heron-in-the-clouds Thu, 10 Aug 2017 08:37:35 GMT
Net Fishing https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/net-fishing I really liked the shapes made from the grass, path and shadows.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 cmdphotos ©2017 nature nc net net caster net fishing sound side wrightsville https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/net-fishing Wed, 09 Aug 2017 09:46:03 GMT
Bloom https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/bloom I liked this image because it gives me the feel of immenseness. It also feels like a flower blooming. It's hard to remember this is the inside of the balloon.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 balloon bloom cmdphotos ©2017 fuquay varina balloon fest hot air balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/bloom Tue, 08 Aug 2017 07:14:11 GMT
Sound Side Wrightsville Beach https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/sound-side-wrightsville-beach I debated for a long time about this picture with Flare. I decided this is one of the "few" times that flare is actually working with the image.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 cmdphotos ©2017 nature nc sound side sound side wrightsville beach water wrightsville https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/sound-side-wrightsville-beach Mon, 07 Aug 2017 09:29:01 GMT
Bald Cypress https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/bald-cypress Well, this pic may not be very popular or fancy, but I just really love these Cypress's. Their Bright green just pops from the rest and their roots/truck are just really cool especially coming out of the water.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 bald cypress cmdphotos ©2017 cypress jordan lake lake nature trees https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/bald-cypress Mon, 07 Aug 2017 01:00:47 GMT
Adult Bald Eagle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/adult-bald-eagle Best shot I got of a Bald Eagle for a day trip on Jordan Lake.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 adult bald eagle birds cmdphotos ©2017 eagle jordan lake lake nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/adult-bald-eagle Sun, 06 Aug 2017 09:35:15 GMT
Cormorant Showing His Stuff https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/cormorant-showing-his-stuff An interesting bird with emerald eyes. This was shot on Jordan Lake, NC.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 cormorant jordan lake lake nature showing his stuff water fowl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/cormorant-showing-his-stuff Sat, 05 Aug 2017 05:08:50 GMT
QI View https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/qi-view Taken with my LG G4 phone camera. Wanted to use my phone for an unusually low perspective.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cellphone photography class cmdphotos ©2017 cue cue ball eye lg g4 lucky strike pool pool table qi view tobacco campus view" https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/qi-view Fri, 04 Aug 2017 09:11:14 GMT
Totally AMAZING new Tech.! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/totally-amazing-new-tech Hi All,

I just wanted to share this video link. The vid is only about 6-7 minutes long, but at least to me, well worth the time. Your photos will become something much much more than they are now! The video starts off kinda slow and demonstrates something we will see in the future when screen resolution significantly improves. What comes after that is the amazing part! Check it out!

https://www.wimp.com/amazing-new-photo-technology/

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/totally-amazing-new-tech Fri, 04 Aug 2017 01:50:02 GMT
Show Me Some Leg https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/show-me-some-leg Just look at how strong the legs are. Look at how sharp those talons are. His one leg is holding himself up. You know he can see me. He's basically looking right at me. He's obviously not worried or he wouldn't be so relaxed.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 eagle jordan lake lake nature protected bird show me some leg young eagle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/show-me-some-leg Thu, 03 Aug 2017 06:00:20 GMT
Alice in Wonderland https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/alice-in-wonderland When I set up this shot, I wanted a surreal Fantasy feel to the image.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-17 alice in wonderland cmdphotos ©2017 model nc botaniccal gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/alice-in-wonderland Wed, 02 Aug 2017 07:40:35 GMT
Osprey in Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/osprey-in-flight Such majestic Eagles.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 eagle lake jordan nature osprey osprey in flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/8/osprey-in-flight Tue, 01 Aug 2017 09:08:49 GMT
Shake it Off Shake it Off https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/shake-it-off-shake-it-off This is what the Heron did immediately after missing its prey. I wonder if this is a behavioral response.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 eno river heron natural environment nature river shake it off shake it off https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/shake-it-off-shake-it-off Mon, 31 Jul 2017 05:41:12 GMT
"Nights End" https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/nights-end This was shot late at night at the end of the Balloon Festival. I was passing this balloon headin out for the night and saw through it's top hole the Silhouettes illuminated by car lights behind. Shot at ISO 10,000.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 balloon cmdphotos ©2017 fuquay varina balloon fest hot air balloon night nights end silhouettes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/nights-end Sun, 30 Jul 2017 05:45:01 GMT
Wings of Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/wings-of-water I really liked the angle on this jet ski. The water spray makes the jet ski look to me as a bird or a plane. Yeah yeah yeah....ok I know...what drugs are you on? LOL. I do really like the effect of the spray.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 cmdphotos ©2017 eagle heron jet ski jordan lake water craft water sports lake leisure wings of water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/wings-of-water Sat, 29 Jul 2017 07:04:05 GMT
Ha Ha 2 https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/ha-ha-2 Still gotta Laugh!

 

Buy a professional camera and your a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.  [Sorry, but I love this one!]

 

What does a photographer say when he first gets to work?
"Would you like fries with that"!

 

Did you hear about the photographer at the nudist club – all his pictures were over exposed.

 

I decided I would try to do nude photography!!

but the girls told me to put my clothes back on!

 

How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that!" [Ok...this one is the best!]

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) funny jokes photography jokes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/ha-ha-2 Fri, 28 Jul 2017 21:00:51 GMT
Pounce https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/pounce Heron in a more natural environment. This was the very moment before he pounced on his prey.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 habitat heron nature pounce https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/pounce Fri, 28 Jul 2017 10:09:37 GMT
Ha Ha! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/ha-ha If you saw a drowning person and you were to choose between saving him or capturing the moment,

what aperture will you use?

                                                                                                                                                                                  

I read fifty shades of grey to learn more about white balance

                                                                                                                                    

"What's the difference between a full time photographer and a large Costco pizza?

A large Costco pizza can feed a family of four."

                                                                                                                                                                               

Photographers are very mean. First, they frame you, then they shoot you, then hang you on the wall.

                                                                                                                                                                             

How do you make a small fortune in photography?

Start with a large one.

                                                                                                                                                                            

Come back tomorrow for More!!!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) funny ha ha jokes photography photography jokes https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/ha-ha Thu, 27 Jul 2017 22:13:48 GMT
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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 balloon cmdphotos ©2017 foreground element fuquay varina balloon fest leisure https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/foreground-element Thu, 27 Jul 2017 07:18:29 GMT
Baby Grasshopper https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/baby-grasshopper Yes Grasshopper...you must learn to see! Taken....yes again...on my Cell Phone Camera. This little guy wasn't much more than a half inch long excluding the legs. He actually was an attack Grasshopper. He kept coming at me and then jumped onto my phone like he was fighting it.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 baby grass hopper bugs cellphone camera cmdphotos ©2017 grass hopper insects lg g4 nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/baby-grasshopper Wed, 26 Jul 2017 09:44:32 GMT
Osprey and Marsh https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/osprey-and-marsh I like the marsh just as much as the bird. I went BxW to help bring out the "tone" of the trees.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds bxw cmdphotos ©2017 eagle lake jordan landscape marsh nature osprey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/osprey-and-marsh Tue, 25 Jul 2017 05:48:15 GMT
Balloon Abstracts https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/balloon-abstracts I posted two abstracts I like. If you have a favorite, please let me know in the comment area. Thanks!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 abstract balloon balloon abstract 2 cmdphotos ©2017 fuquay varina balloon fest hot air balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/balloon-abstracts Mon, 24 Jul 2017 06:04:27 GMT
New Look https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/new-look Yep, another shot from the Cellphone Photography Class. I called it "New Look" because of the way they remolded the factory buildings and maybe a different perspective of the Tobacco Campus.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cellphone photography class cmdphotos ©2017 different perspective lg g4 lucky strike new look tobacco campus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/new-look Sun, 23 Jul 2017 10:36:44 GMT
Heron in Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heron-in-flight The sun was bright on the Heron and water grass, but the background was in dark shade which made for an intersting image.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 heron heron in flight jordan lake lake nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heron-in-flight Sat, 22 Jul 2017 08:42:20 GMT
Unusual Backyard Butterfly https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/unusual-backyard-butterfly Took this pic with my cellphone. I have never seen one like this in NC. It was the most beautiful one I have ever seen here in the wild.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) backyard unusual butterfly beautiful butterfly bugs butterfly cellphone cellphone camera cmdphotos ©2017 flying insects nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/unusual-backyard-butterfly Fri, 21 Jul 2017 06:10:11 GMT
Mike's Gourmet Cucumber and Avocado Soup https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/mikes-gourmet-cucumber-and-avocado-soup Yep, a recipe I created! LOL

 

I've created 1000's of recipes in my past. It's a creative outlet for me. I've never taken one single class or watched one single cooking show. So...I had pulled a lot of cucumbers from my garden (about 20+ from the one plant so far). I wondered what to do with all these cucumbers. I saw a totally different soup recipe using cucumbers and avocados. I thought it would make a good combo. I decided to make some soup. However, being that I don't like soup, I decided to make it meaty (which helps my psyche). Thing is, I didn't want the meat to over power the smooth taste of the vegetables. Sooo...I decided to use Turkey burger and a hint of bacon. I added caramelized onion to balance out the flavors. The end result is a green, yep green fantastic soup! Well at least I believe it to be so. Do keep in mind I don't like a lot of restaurant food and prefer my own cooking. I called this recipe gourmet mainly because of the unique combination of flavors and the unlikelihood that most people would buy 5-6 cucumbers to make a soup. The end result is a very creamy mild soup. The recipe makes at least 4 servings depending on your personal appetite. I ate up all mine and I'm not much one for eating the same thing several nights in a row. The avocados did not turn the soup brown through the several days of eating. Guess I'll be making this at least once a year. Hope you enjoy!

 

 

INGREDIENTS:

 

-5-6 Cucumbers to make about 4-5 cups of small cubes.

- 2 Avocados sliced up to small pieces (make sure they are soft).

- Can of Chicken Broth.

- 2 Tablespoons Heavy Cream.

- 2-3 strips of bacon (I guess you vegetarians could leave out the meat, but you don't know what your missing!)

- ¼ – ½ lb. of Turkey Burger (I used Foodlion brand, it does make a difference).

- 3 Tablespoons Parsley (fresh or dried) I used dried.

- 2 Tablespoons of butter.

- Spices – I use very little amounts of all the spices because I want the natural flavors to prevail. I did use more garlic though. I used garlic powder, and dried garlic pieces (you could use fresh though). About a ¼ – 1/2 teaspoon of both. I used little more than a pinch of Paprika, Beau monde, Pepper, Tumeric, Celery Salt and Salt to taste, but be careful with to much salt!

 

DIRECTIONS:

 

1. Cut up Cucumbers into small cubes.

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2. Cut up Onions into bit size to small pieces.

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3. Prepare Avocado into small pieces.

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4. Pan fry Bacon, ( I did the bacon separate from the rest because I save the grease and it makes the soup less greasy). The extra bacon in picture was for my BLT with homegrown Tomatoes.

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5. Pan Fry onion and turkey burger with 2 Tbls. Butter (I cooked extra meat shown in the picture than the recipe calls for). You don't want the meat flavor to take over.

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6. Remove all ingredients pan fried . Add cucumbers, spices and Chicken Broth to pan. Cook till cucumbers become tender (about 10 minutes)

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7. Let broth cool down a bit and then mix in a blender to puree. BE VERY CAREFUL MIXING HOT BROTH IN THE BLENDER! HOLD THE LID DOWN WITH EXTREME MIGHT! I REPEAT HOLD LID DOWN ABOUT AS HARD AS YOU POSSIBLY CAN!!! If you don't, hot liquid will spray everywhere! After pureeing cucumbers, add Avocado and cream and blend to a very creamy mixture.

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8. Manually add and mix meats and onion mixture. Microwave if necessary and enjoy!!!

Please let me know if you try it and how you liked it!!!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cmdphotos cmdphotos ©2017 food gourmet personal recipe recipe soup vegetables https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/mikes-gourmet-cucumber-and-avocado-soup Fri, 21 Jul 2017 03:00:46 GMT
Heron Perch https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heron-perch Another Heron from the Jordan Lake boat trip.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 basics birds cmdphotos ©2017 heron heron perch jordan lake lake nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heron-perch Thu, 20 Jul 2017 09:05:12 GMT
Shadow Self Portrait at American Tobacco https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/shadow-self-portrait-at-american-tobacco I decided to post this self portrait because it feels like incredible depth. The shadow follows almost perfectly down to my feet and with casual glance it looks like my feet are  part of the shadow. I also, like the way the image of the Tobacco building is emphasized in the shadow. This was taken with my cellphone.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cellphone photography class cmdphotos ©2017 depth illusion lg g4 lucky strike self-portrait shadow tobacco campus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/shadow-self-portrait-at-american-tobacco Wed, 19 Jul 2017 08:10:38 GMT
Heron Ready for Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heron-ready-for-flight Caught this Heron just before lift off.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 heron heron ready for flight jordan lake lake marsh nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heron-ready-for-flight Tue, 18 Jul 2017 07:40:36 GMT
Heart of the Rose https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heart-of-the-rose Close-up taken with Phone Camera.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cellphone photography class close-up cmdphotos ©2017 flower heart of the rose lg g4 lucky strike rose tobacco campus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heart-of-the-rose Mon, 17 Jul 2017 06:26:23 GMT
Tobacco Tractor (LG G4) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/tobacco-tractor-lg-g4 Took this during our Cellphone Photography Class Location Shoot. When I look at this larger the depth gives a 3D quality to it.

Tobacco Tractor (LG G4)Tobacco Tractor (LG G4)

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) american tobacco camera cellphone cellphone camera cellphone photography class cmdphotos ©2017 lg g4 lucky strike tobacco campus tractor https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/tobacco-tractor-lg-g4 Sun, 16 Jul 2017 07:29:29 GMT
Cackle of Cormorant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/cackle-of-cormorant "So..... what's there to do in this place?" Or can you do better?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) nature dusk 7-17 birds cackle of cormorant cmdphotos ©2017 cormorant lake jordan birds https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/cackle-of-cormorant Sat, 15 Jul 2017 10:01:26 GMT
Cormorant in Flight https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/cormorant-in-flight This Cormorant was just taking off in the water.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cormorant cormorant in flight jordan lake. cmdphotos nature lake water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/cormorant-in-flight Fri, 14 Jul 2017 06:59:08 GMT
Osprey Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/osprey-silhouette I really like how the sun illuminates the feathers!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 birds cmdphotos ©2017 eagle lake jordan nature osprey silhoutte https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/osprey-silhouette Thu, 13 Jul 2017 09:01:40 GMT
Heron on Jordan https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heron-on-jordan Took this on a Basics class trip to Lake Jordan.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) birds cmdphotos cmdphotos ©2017 flight heron heron on jordan lake jordan nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/heron-on-jordan Wed, 12 Jul 2017 10:39:14 GMT
Reverse Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/reverse-design I really found this image intriguing. I like the design and perspective of the Lucky Strike Water Tower. However, the interesting part is that the sun gives an orangish cast to the screens, but where the shadows hit the screens, the shadows negate the orange cast and turn the colors back to "normal".

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) cellphone photography class clouds cmdphotos ©2017 lg g4 lucky strike perspective tobacco campus water tower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/reverse-design Tue, 11 Jul 2017 06:22:38 GMT
Vibrant Plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/vibrant-plant Took this with my LG Phone Camera. I liked the lighting on this plant.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Cellphone Photography Class Flower LG G4 Lucky Strike Nature Plant Tobacco Campus Vibrant Plant https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/vibrant-plant Mon, 10 Jul 2017 05:06:24 GMT
Osprey Rendering https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/osprey-rendering I was overdue for doing an artistic rendering.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 Artistic Birds CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Eagle Lake Jordan Osprey Rendering https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/osprey-rendering Sun, 09 Jul 2017 16:04:16 GMT
Interesting Flower https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/interesting-flower This is an unusual Flower made up of a bunch of little bow ties. (taken with my LG G4 Cell Phone).

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Cellphone Photography Class Flower Interesting Flower LG G4 Lucky Strike Nature Plants Tobacco Campus https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/interesting-flower Sat, 08 Jul 2017 06:01:51 GMT
Mighty Spread https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/mighty-spread The amazing spread makes me think of an Archangel.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 Birds CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Hawk Lake Jordan Mighty Spread Nature Osprey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/mighty-spread Fri, 07 Jul 2017 08:51:15 GMT
Osprey Stare https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/osprey-stare Ok Ok....I just gotta say it! "What.....you lookin at Me?" Unless you gotta better one?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 Birds CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Lake Jordan Nature Osprey https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/osprey-stare Thu, 06 Jul 2017 05:32:34 GMT
Hawk and Baby https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/hawk-and-baby Lucked out that the Baby popped it's head up when Momma came in.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 7-17 Baby Birds CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Hawk Lake Jordan Area https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/hawk-and-baby Wed, 05 Jul 2017 05:42:44 GMT
HAPPY 4th OF JULY! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/happy-4th-of-july To all my followers:

Happy 4th of July!Happy 4th of July!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 4th of July 7-4-17 American Flag Artistic CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fireworks Happy 4th of July https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/happy-4th-of-july Tue, 04 Jul 2017 06:57:53 GMT
Hydrangea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/hydrangea Another pic of my garden Hydrangea on my cellphone.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Cellphone Camera Flower Hydrangea Nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/hydrangea Mon, 03 Jul 2017 07:21:41 GMT
Balloon Tunnel https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/balloon-tunnel I like the low Perspective of the interior.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 Balloon Balloon Tunnel CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/balloon-tunnel Sun, 02 Jul 2017 09:05:57 GMT
Balloon Abstract https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/balloon-abstract Just really liked the colors, shadows and design.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 Balloon Balloon Abstract CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/7/balloon-abstract Sat, 01 Jul 2017 06:29:31 GMT
Fire Ball https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/fire-ball Rise!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Balloon CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fire Ball Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/fire-ball Fri, 30 Jun 2017 08:06:49 GMT
Deadly Equipment Malfunction! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/deadly-equipment-malfunction Just remember to check those batteries!

A famous magazine photographer was dispatched to a famous haunted house to get shots of the apparition residing there. In the haunted house, when the clock struck 12 midnight, the apparition appeared on the staircase landing. Amazingly, the apparition posed (like a supermodel) for the photographer! But lighting was very bad at the moment and the camera flash batteries were LOW. Anyway, the photographer snapped away. But the pictures did not come out well because of the low batteries.   He later explained to his boss at the magazine in this way:' The spirit was willing, but the flash was weak.'

 

 

 

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American Flags Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/american-flags-design Please help. I just couldn't decide which one I liked best? Leave a comment below.

American FlagsAmerican Flags American Flag 2American Flag 2

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) American Flag CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/american-flags-design Thu, 29 Jun 2017 10:22:58 GMT
Leading lines https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/leading-lines I liked a combination of factors in this image.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 Balloon CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon Leading Lines https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/leading-lines Wed, 28 Jun 2017 09:19:53 GMT
Curiousity https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/curiousity The value of controlling depth of Field.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Curiousity Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Girl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/curiousity Tue, 27 Jun 2017 07:44:18 GMT
Beginning and the End https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/beginning-and-the-end A different perspective on Fireworks. I liked the design.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Beginning and the End CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Design Fireworks https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/beginning-and-the-end Mon, 26 Jun 2017 07:48:20 GMT
Bye https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/bye The ballooner's were waving bye to the crowd as they took off. I took this shot considering the positive and negative space. ByeBye

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Balloon Bye CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon Positive and Negative Space https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/bye Sun, 25 Jun 2017 08:28:35 GMT
Campfire https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/campfire This image makes me think of a Family at their Campfire.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 Balloon CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Campfire Family Fire Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/campfire Sat, 24 Jun 2017 07:36:42 GMT
Balloon Whirl https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/balloon-whirl Really liked the design element and lighting to this one.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 Balloon Balloon Whirl CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/balloon-whirl Fri, 23 Jun 2017 07:40:49 GMT
FREEBEE FIREWORKS!!! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/freebee-fireworks

FREEEEBEEEE!! FIREWORKS!
For those of you that regularly check my Facebook Student group page. Here are a few tips on taking good Fireworks shots:
- If possible try and scope out the location earlier in the day. Get to that spot early if you think it will get crowded. Also, since you almost have to use a tripod (or car and a bean bag), this will take a bit of room. I always try and make an effort to place some things like chairs or cooler, ect. around me to keep people from bumping or walking into my tripod while taking long exposures (and they will if you don't watch your area).
- If possible, try and be up wind of the fireworks. If you are down wind, your pictures will have a lot of smoke in front of the fireworks.
- The cleanest fireworks shots will be the first ones before smoke builds up.
- Straight fireworks can make good shots, but think about adding atmosphere to your shots. What is around you that also might look good in the picture. Somethings like monuments or famous buildings can add identifiers to the location of the picture.
- Figure out what focal length lens you want to use. If your close to the fireworks then you need more wide angle. If you are far away, then maybe more telephoto. Don't crowd the shot. Try to give your self a little cropping room. YES, I said cropping room. You just don't know how far the fireworks are going to spread, especially trying to get those first ones.
- Focusing will be best in manual mode. Try to get the focus right before the fire works start. Try focusing on a far away building or something that has light on it, that is roughly the same distance as where the fireworks will go off. Once auto focus has locked in, then switch to manual focus and leave it there. If you have a point and shoot, try the above before taking the shot each time and holding the shutter button half way down till you see the fireworks you want in the picture.
- Keep in mind that camera shake is a big problem here. If you have a remote shutter release, that is best. Otherwise try and use a short timer and anticipate when the fireworks will open it's plume.
- Keep in mind that while you do need a longer shutter speed to capture the fireworks, the light from the fireworks will be very bright! Your camera will see all the very dark area and want to give a longer exposure than it should (this will over expose your fireworks). It is best to shoot in manual mode, but if you don't have this feature, try the fireworks scene mode or night time landscape or find a very brightly lit building (at the same distance of the fireworks) and again, hold the shutter button down half way and wait till the picture is right.
- Shutter speed will vary depending on how many fireworks are going off at one time! Any where from 1/160th of a second to several seconds may work. It all depends on the amount of light being given off at any one moment. Try a time, view your LCD and adjust as needed. Remember, it is motion you are shooting and in the end, it is a happy accident to some degree.
- For Point and shoots, if your fireworks are to bright and washed out, use your EV scale to dial down the exposure.
- Aperture should be anywhere from an f/8 to an f/22. The more the depth of field, the better odds of having the fireworks all in focus. Try setting the camera to infinity by focusing on objects further away.
- ISO should be at 100!
- Remember to turn your flash off! If your subject is to close, they will be to bright and the fireworks will be to dark. You could try Night time Portrait or slow sync flash if you want to include close foreground subjects. Make sure the fireworks are in full bloom if you do.
- Most important!!!! Remember to have FUN!!!! Enjoy the fireworks and enjoy it with the people you are with, if that is the case. Hope you enjoy this free lesson. Hope you have a great and photographic 4th!

If you liked the advice, leave a comment!

HAPPY 4th!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Amusement Rides CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Daughter Father Father Daughter Perfect Moment Fireworks NC State Fair Night Time Pics https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/freebee-fireworks Thu, 22 Jun 2017 08:11:09 GMT
Balloon of Perception https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/balloon-of-perception Balloon of PerceptionBalloon of Perception

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Balloon Balloon of Peception CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Dusk Fuquay Varina Hot Air Balloon Festival Hot Air Balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/balloon-of-perception Wed, 21 Jun 2017 04:57:14 GMT
Outside Looking In or Inside Looking Out https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/outside-looking-in-or-inside-looking-out Usually people are shooting from the other end.

Outside Looking In or Inside Looking OutOutside Looking In or Inside Looking OutA different Perspective

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 Balloon CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon Leisure Outside Looking In or Inside Looking Out Sport https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/outside-looking-in-or-inside-looking-out Tue, 20 Jun 2017 07:23:02 GMT
Balloon Design https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/balloon-design Really liked the lines and the design.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-28-17 Balloon Balloon Design CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/balloon-design Mon, 19 Jun 2017 07:31:33 GMT
Flag Flying https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/flag-flying I have two photos of the same Balloon. I like the perspectives on both. So need your help. Please leave a "Comment" letting me know which one you like best? Thanks!

Flag FlyingFlag FlyingI have two photos of the same Balloon. I like the perspectives on both. Flag Flying 2Flag Flying 2I have two photos of the same Balloon. I like the perspectives on both.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Balloon CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Flag Flying 1 Flag Flying 2 Fuquay Varina Hot Air Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/flag-flying Sun, 18 Jun 2017 05:36:01 GMT
Night Glow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/night-glow I wanted to frame the distant Balloon with the foreground of the closest Balloon.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Hot Air Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloons Night Night Glow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/night-glow Sat, 17 Jun 2017 09:52:47 GMT
Photographer's Warning https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/photographers-warning FOR ANYONE WANTING TO EVER GET PAID FOR AN EVENT

 

Recently I received a text from a potential client. They wanted to hire me for a Saturday and Sunday. We texted back and forth about client wishes and pricing. Victor the Client claimed to live in Chapel Hill and was out of town currently and would only arrive home a day before the Event. Victor did not want to listen to the services I offer. So I had Victors phone number. However, I do not push a client by calling them. Further, there was something that did not feel right. The client was not clear on what he wanted and would not put effort into listening to what I offered. So, the client picked the deluxe package. Great, but he still didn't listen to what I was offering. At that point, I told the client to call me. In the process of trying to explain my service to him, he interrupted and said he needed a “favor”. His “event coordinator” did not accept credit cards and he needed to get her paid before he got back into town before the event. Soooo....he wanted to pay me enough money to cover my fees and the Event Coordinator's and then me pay the coordinator. Ok, so if your thinking ok, what's the problem? Well, the client had broken english which gave me the opportunity to ask the client to email me with his request since I couldn't understand him on the phone. This gave me the opportunity to verify my suspicions. Even when I told the client repeatedly that I could get his coordinator to a sight that gave them free credit card service for the first $2000 and done over night (fictitious), the client still ignored this and again requested the same thing. Did not hear back from client after I firmly told him that I can not do his “favor”.

 

Unfortunately scams like this exist all over. People taking advantage of societies good natured. I tell you this story to give example of what to watch out for. Whether people realize it or not, I do this a lot in my classes.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Photographer Photography Scams Warning https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/photographers-warning Fri, 16 Jun 2017 07:06:41 GMT
Sunset Procession Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/sunset-procession-silhouette This silhouette is interesting because of the sun coming through the balloons to create the silhouette.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Balloon CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Hot Air Balloon Fest Hot Air Balloon Sunset Sunset Procession Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/sunset-procession-silhouette Thu, 15 Jun 2017 07:38:49 GMT
Wrong Way https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/wrong-way Thought it was interesting that the surfer was looking the wrong way. LOL

Wrong WayWrong WayI found this surfer interesting because he's looking away.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Ocean Recreation Sea Sport Surfer Surfing Waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/wrong-way Wed, 14 Jun 2017 05:50:46 GMT
NC State Flag https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/nc-state-flag This photos is about "Families", No matter where they're from. I thought this was the perfect light for the scene.

NC State FlagNC State FlagThe personal title is "Families".

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Families Flags Fuquay Varina Hot Air Balloon Fest Light NC State Flag Nations North Carolina https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/nc-state-flag Tue, 13 Jun 2017 06:06:37 GMT
Surfer Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/surfer-silhouette Really like the side light!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Ocean Silhouette Sunset Surfer Silhouette Surfers Waves Wrightsville Beach people https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/surfer-silhouette Mon, 12 Jun 2017 06:54:08 GMT
Sunset Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/sunset-silhouette Sunset SilhouetteSunset Silhouette"Sunset Silhouette",

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Balloon CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fuquay Varina Balloonfest Hot Air Balloon Sunset Sunset Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/sunset-silhouette Sun, 11 Jun 2017 10:14:23 GMT
War Plane https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/war-plane Just had to do this one in color!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Airplane CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Flight Plane War Plane https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/war-plane Sat, 10 Jun 2017 08:02:21 GMT
Heating Up the Balloon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/heating-up-the-balloon An interesting thing occurs when the propane is shuting down. The flames look like wisps.

Heating up the BalloonHeating up the Balloon

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Balloon CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Festival Fuquay Varina Hot Air Balloon Liesure NC https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/heating-up-the-balloon Fri, 09 Jun 2017 11:13:54 GMT
Hydrangea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/hydrangea Just a pic of my Hydrangea flowers taken with my cell phone camera.

HydrangeaHydrangeaJust a nice phone pic of my Hydrangea.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Cell Phone Camera Flowers Hydrangea Nature Plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/hydrangea Thu, 08 Jun 2017 06:40:30 GMT
Azaleas Instruction https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/azaleas-instruction Just a little education for my students. This was taken with my phone camera.

AzaleasAzaleasA little instruction for my students. Azaleas InstructionAzaleas Instruction

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Azaleas CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Composition Flowers Nature Phone Camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/azaleas-instruction Wed, 07 Jun 2017 11:30:07 GMT
Smokin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/smokin Wanted to give the image an old world feel. SmokinSmokin

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Airplane CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Flight Flying Plane Smoke Smokin https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/smokin Tue, 06 Jun 2017 06:22:51 GMT
Hot Air Balloon Silhouette https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/hot-air-balloon-silhouette One of many pics from the Fuquay Varina, NC Balloon Fest.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Festival Hot Air Balloon Hot Air Balloon Silhouette Liesure Sport Sunset https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/hot-air-balloon-silhouette Mon, 05 Jun 2017 09:57:54 GMT
History Wall https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/history-wall I took this photo in Downtown Durham during an Intermediate Class Demo. It has an urban culture feel to it.

History WallHistory WallMoments in time.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 History Wall Moments in TIme People Style Time Urban https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/history-wall Sun, 04 Jun 2017 08:21:43 GMT
Life Cycle https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/life-cycle Leaves can be just a beautiful as the flowers.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Beauty CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Cycle Leaves Life Life Cycle Nature Plant Plants https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/life-cycle Sat, 03 Jun 2017 12:13:08 GMT
Artificial Intelligence For Your Camera! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/artificial-intelligence-for-your-camera Hi All,

Came up on this article at DP Review. Artificial Intelligence can be placed on your camera to decide what the "best" settings are for exposure, HDR, etc. Heck, you won't even need my classes anymore! You can leave it all up to the AI! I'll leave the rest of my comments for the end.

 

"A new product being funded on Kickstarter, Arsenal, aims to simplify the process of capturing images using a DSLR or mirrorless camera by utilizing artificial intelligence. The system is composed of a hardware component that sits on the hotshoe and connects to the camera's USB port, as well as mobile apps for iOS and Android that communicate via WiFi or Bluetooth to the main unit. Among other things, Arsenal chooses ideal camera settings for a particular scene based on what it has learned from thousands of similar existing photographs.

Arsenal was created by engineer and photographer Ryan Stout as a way to quickly shoot 'amazing images' in any condition, and without having to manually adjust the camera's settings. The related mobile app provides total control over the camera, as well as one-tap access to an AI assistant - trained from a database of millions of photographs and their metadata - that chooses optimal settings based on the scene in front of the camera. The software then goes on to refine its chosen settings based on 18 environmental factors. It even takes vibrations into account, thanks to its highly sensitive accelerometer.

Photographers are given a live preview of the scene through the mobile app, as well as manual control over aperture, ISO, and shutter speed. You can focus by tapping on your phone's touchscreen as well, or tap multiple points and Arsenal will ensure they're all focused. Arsenal also supports advanced camera functions, like automated photo stacking for HDR images, focus stacking, long exposures without the need for ND filters, and time lapse creation. The resulting Raw files are saved directly to the camera.

Images on your camera can be viewed, even at 100%, directly in the app. From there you can instantly share to social media using your phone's social sharing capabilities. You can even rate images and enter Lightroom compatible notes, and they'll all show up upon import.

Arsenal supports cameras from Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, and Sony; photographers can input their own camera on this page to see whether it is supported. The camera assistant is currently being funded through Kickstarter, where the $50,000 goal has been exceeded with nearly a quarter-million in funding. Backers can get a Kickstarter Exclusive Arsenal by pledging at least $150; shipping is estimated to start in January.

Press Release:

Arsenal, leaving stealth mode, unveils AI-powered camera hardware on Kickstarter

Intelligent camera assistant wirelessly controls DSLR and Mirrorless cameras from a smartphone, uses machine learning to find optimal settings in any conditions.

BOSEMAN, MT—May 23, 2017—Arsenal, a camera technology startup, today announced the world’s first intelligent camera assistant powered by machine learning. The new hardware and software product, launched on Kickstarter, enables photographers to wirelessly control their cameras and quickly perform advanced techniques.

Arsenal’s artificial intelligence (AI) is powered by a series of machine learning algorithms trained on a database of millions of photographs and their metadata. By comparing new scenes with its database and adjusting based on environmental variables, Arsenal enables photographers to get the perfect shot every time.

“Today's cameras have amazing optics, but they do very little to actually help you take a good photo,” said Ryan Stout, Arsenal’s founder and CEO. “You can go spend a thousand dollars and out-of-the-box it will take worse photos than your smartphone. Arsenal changes that by making your existing camera smarter.”

Arsenal will serve the growing market for Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) and Mirrorless cameras. Its initial product will be compatible with dozens of popular models made by Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Fuji.

In addition to its AI capabilities, Arsenal gives photographers control over their camera from up to 100 feet away. Users can adjust settings, watch a live preview, and trigger the shutter remotely from their smartphone.

Arsenal also simplifies several advanced photographic techniques. Arsenal will perform photo stacking (the process of combining multiple photos for more dynamic range or sharper focus), long exposures, and timelapses. In each case, the resulting RAW files are saved directly on the camera.

The Arsenal app also includes powerful photo review capabilities. Users can wirelessly browse the photos on their camera’s card and view individual RAW files in full resolution. Photos can then be shared directly to Instagram, Snap, and Facebook.

The Arsenal system, which is currently being tested in the field, consists of two parts: an ultralight hardware device that sits on top of a user’s camera, and an iOS/Android mobile app. The app wirelessly communicates with the device via wifi or Bluetooth, which in turn controls the camera via a micro-USB connection.

Backers of Arsenal’s Kickstarter campaign will be the first to receive the product, which is scheduled to ship in January 2018.

For more information on Arsenal, the intelligent camera assistant, visit https://witharsenal.com. "

 

MIKE'S TAKE:

Ok, first of all, don't Nikon cameras already operate this way to find the "best optimal exposure" (base exposure on thousands of other possible photo exposures).  The rest use evaluative metering.

Second, how does the AI know what you personally like? Maybe you normally like your pics darker or lighter.

Third, involves artistic expression. Maybe you like this particular scene darker, but another lighter.

Finally, this system is OBVIOUSLY set up for having your camera only on a tripod. Just imagine the fun you would have holding a DSLR with a 600mm f/2.8 in one hand and your phone in the other! Better start building them muscles now!

Sooooooooooo maybe, just maybe, my classes are still useful!?

 

 

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Artificial Intelligence Latest Leave it up to the camera New Cameraware New to DSLR's Photography https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/artificial-intelligence-for-your-camera Fri, 02 Jun 2017 22:50:27 GMT
Two Ocean Renderings https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/two-ocean-renderings I just can't decide which one I like better. They both have a similar rendering effects applied to them. Need your help! I like the dog because it reminds me of a dog with similar look and style in an old master painting I saw in a museum many moons ago. I like the Pelican because of the action and color. Can you please let me know which one you like the best and why? THANKS!

Sea DogSea DogThis image of the dog reminds me of a dog with similar look in an old master painting I saw in a museum many moons ago. Sea LandingSea Landing"Sea Landing", an artistic rendering of a Pelican at Dawn.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Animal Artistic Bird CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Dawn Dog Funny Nature Ocean Rendering Sea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/6/two-ocean-renderings Thu, 01 Jun 2017 22:19:47 GMT
Circling https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/circling Was a very foggy morning when I noticed the birds "circling" around a particular area of the calm ocean. With part luck and a bit of forethought I was able to catch the birds in a circular position.

CirclingCirclingWas very foggy morning when I noticed the birds "circling" around a particular area of the calm ocean. With part luck and a bit of forethought I was able to catch the birds in a circular position.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Animal Beach Bird CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Circling Dawn Fog Nature Ocean Pelicans Sea Sea Gull Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/circling Wed, 31 May 2017 17:43:41 GMT
Horizon https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/horizon Liked the color contrast and the sun shining off the board. More importantly, I liked the "feel" of the moment in time.

HorizonHorizonLiked the color contrast and the sun shining off the board. More importantly, I liked the "feel" of the moment in time.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Beach CMDPHOTOS CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Calm Colors Contrast Feel Horizon Ocean Sea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/horizon Tue, 30 May 2017 07:10:03 GMT
Memorial Day https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/memorial-day Memorial DayMemorial DayA time to remember our Loved Ones and those that have fallen to give us what we have today!

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) 5-17 America CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Flags Loved Ones Memorial Day Military Remember USA https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/memorial-day Mon, 29 May 2017 09:06:44 GMT
Torn https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/torn This image is more about life than beauty.

TornTornThis image is more about life than beauty.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Animals Bugs Butterflies CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Life Plants Positive and Negative Space Torn Ying Yang https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/torn Sun, 28 May 2017 10:37:40 GMT
Mermaid https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/mermaid MermaidMermaid

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Mermaid Ocean Power Sea Turbulence Water Waves https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/mermaid Sat, 27 May 2017 06:13:07 GMT
Sea Bird See Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/sea-bird-see-water I personally found the Sea Water to be as interesting as the bird.

Sea Bird See WaterSea Bird See WaterI personally found the sea water to be as interesting as the bird.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Bird CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Fowl Nature Ocean Sea Sea Bird Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/sea-bird-see-water Thu, 25 May 2017 08:51:40 GMT
UTC Unveils Worlds Best Smartphone Camera https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/utc-unveils-worlds-best-smartphone-camera Hi All,
 
Considering I will be teaching a "Cell Phone Photography" class soon, I thought some people would like to know what phone has the best camera to date. I had a lot of questions about what I use. I have the LG G4, But I do not recommend it. For one, there is a newer model out and several months ago mine just crapped out (apparently many of them have). Fortunately it was still under warranty. All my snow pics I took were just gone, along with anything else. Just goes to show you....back it up...even with your phone pics. I do, but I was out of town for a while when it happened. My seminar will teach more about this and many other things about how to get the best out of what you already have. Yes, even if you feel the pics from your phone look crappy. THe seminar will just help you take better pictures no matter what the camera.
 
 
HTC has revealed its latest top-of-the-line smartphone, the HTC U11, armed with a camera that's beaten the Google Pixel to become photo-testing lab DxOMark's highest-rated smartphone.
 
The 12-mega-pixel rear camera has a wider aperture than its predecessor, the rather under-the-radar HTC 10, matching the Samsung S8 at f/1.7. This should make for better performance in low-light situations and the potential for nicer looking bokeh.
 

Using an updated processor, auto-HDR boost aims to provide quick HDR image capture without the lag that’s normally associated with multiple-shot photography, and HTC is also promising multi-axis optical image stabilization and a speedy autofocus of 0.3 seconds. Users looking for more control over their images will also be able to take settings into their own hands manually, as well as shoot in raw formats.

As is becoming industry-standard, video recording will be in qualities up to 4K and there’s an option for full HD 120fps shooting for slow-motion shots.

On the other side of the screen, the HTC U11’s front-facing camera features a 16MP system with f/2 lens, and comes with an ‘UltraPixel’ mode that’s meant to improve low-light performance. Video recorded from the front camera will be in 1080p full HD.

With a test score of 90, the HTC U11 camera technically knocks the Google Pixel (which had a score of 89) off its top spot to become DxOMark’s highest-scoring smartphone, though it should be noted that with a tiny difference of only 1 point, any improvements could be seen as marginal.

Aside from the camera, other key features of the HTC U11 include:

  • Android version 7.1 at launch, with HTC Sense
  • Edge Sense, a quirky new way of interacting with your phone – via ‘squeezing’
  • 5.5″ UHD glass screen
  • 3000mAh battery
  • Qualcomm® Snapdragon 835 Mobile Platform, 64-bit octa-core, up to 2.45GHz
  • 4GB on-board RAM and 64GB storage
  • Access to HTC Sense, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa (where available)

The HTC U11 is scheduled to be available in June this year

Article By Liam Clifford

May 19, 2017

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Popular Photography Closes Doors https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/popular-photography-closes-doors Hi All,

For those who have heard and those who haven't, Popular Photography Magazine is done.  I have supported that rag for very many years. It is sad that they are disappearing (even though the recent editor was terrible). However, this is also about how the Magazine is going out with out respect for their long time readers. Just Mid-February I paid PPM for a 3 YEAR subscription. I received one issue and then a notice that they were going out of business. What is sad is that they willingly took my money when they had to know that they were going out of business at the time I sent my money. Not a very graceful way out of business.

So, this notice is to, of course, let you know NOT to buy a subscription! There are still websites out there selling them. For example, Publisher's Clearing House is still listing it as for sale.

I remember many years ago, Popular Photography Magazine had real integrity. Unfortunately it was lost over the decades. I have watched some big changes in photography. I remember when it was a struggle just to get photography to be recognized as an "Art Form"! It's still so today. That's why I have dedicated my life to creating photographic Art Work that I believe is represented in every image I show. Unfortunately, this just isn't typically the case in the world of Photography anymore.

Mike Just Say NOJust Say NOPopular Photography closed doors. Don't by subscription or you will loose your money.

 

 

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Surfer's Dawn https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/surfers-dawn "Surfer's Dawn", Can you imagine sittin on that surf board?

Surfer's DawnSurfer's Dawn"Surfer's Dawn", Can you imagine sittin on that surf board?

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Beach Dawn Ocean Sea Surfer's Dawn https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/surfers-dawn Mon, 22 May 2017 07:06:04 GMT
"Makin My Move" https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/-makin-my-move Title; "Makin My Move"

Makin My MoveMakin My MoveLooks like they're a couple.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Animal Birds CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Makin My Move Nature Ocen Pelicans Sea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/-makin-my-move Sun, 21 May 2017 07:01:05 GMT
Behind the Wave https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/behind-the-wave I had the opportunity to shoot this surfer at an uncommon angle from slightly behind the wave.

Behind the WaveBehind the WaveI had the opportunity to shoot this surfer at an uncommon angle from slightly behind the wave.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Leisure Ocean Recreation Sea Sport Surfer Surfing Wave https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/behind-the-wave Sat, 20 May 2017 04:50:22 GMT
Pollination https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/pollination PollinationPollination

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Butterfly CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Flowers Insects Nature https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/pollination Fri, 19 May 2017 04:56:25 GMT
Glow https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/glow GlowGlowI was walking along the beach during sun up and saw this translucent shell sitting up in the sand with the sun shining threw.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Beach CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Dawn Glow. Morning Light Ocean Sea Sea Shell Shore Translucent Water https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/glow Thu, 18 May 2017 05:16:48 GMT
"THE ABYSS" https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/-the-abyss THE ABYSSTHE ABYSS"THE ABYSS", Lizard, Reptile, Nature, "CMDPHOTOS ©2017",

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Life Lizard Nature THE ABYSS https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/-the-abyss Wed, 17 May 2017 05:58:19 GMT
Oooh Baby! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/oooh-baby Oooh Baby!Oooh Baby!Oooh Baby! Title says it all! Guess it's the same no matter what the species. LOL

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Animal Bird CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Funny Nature Ocean Oooh Baby Sea Sea Gull Social https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/oooh-baby Tue, 16 May 2017 07:14:28 GMT
Catchin Some Air https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/catchin-some-air Catchin Some AirCatchin Some Air"Catchin Some Air", "Sea Gull", Bird, Nature, Animal, Ocean, Sea, "CMDPHOTOS ©2017"

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Animal Bird CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Nature Sea Gull https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/catchin-some-air Mon, 15 May 2017 08:22:26 GMT
Night Meets Day https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/night-meets-day Night Meets DayNight Meets DayTitle is "Night Meets Day". The Blue portion of the sky represents the night and the yellow portion being day splits the bottom and top portion of the photo diagonally.

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Beach CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Dawn Fog Light Morning Ocean Ocean Fog Sea https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/night-meets-day Sun, 14 May 2017 09:08:57 GMT
Past Weekend Photo Shoot! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/past-weekend-photo-shoot

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS ©2017 NC Botanical Gardens https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/past-weekend-photo-shoot Sat, 13 May 2017 09:16:04 GMT
Small Birds https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/small-birds Small BirdsSmall Birds"Small Birds", Birds, Animals, Nature, "CMDPHOTOS ©2017"

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Animals Birds CMDPHOTOS ©2017 Nature Small Birds https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/small-birds Fri, 12 May 2017 09:04:05 GMT
Gazebo Dawn https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/gazebo-dawn Gazebo DawnGazebo Dawn"Gazebo Dawn", "CMDPHOTOS ©2017", Ocean, Dawn, Gazebo, Sea, Sun, Stairs, Framing, "Wrightsville Beach", NC

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS Dawn Framing Gazebo Gazebo Dawn Morning Ocean Sea Stairs https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/gazebo-dawn Thu, 11 May 2017 09:46:32 GMT
White Tulips https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/white-tulips White TulipsWhite Tulips"White Tulips", Flowers, Nature, Light, Plants, 3-17, "CMDPHOTOS ©2017", CMDPHOTOS , "NC Botanical Gardens",

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) CMDPHOTOS Flowers Nature Plants White Tulips https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/white-tulips Wed, 10 May 2017 03:36:39 GMT
Pelican https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/pelican New Pic!

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Tripods https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/tripods There are sooooooo many tripods out there! How do you pick the right one? Well, I can't answer that for you. Sorry, I don't know your needs or the type of photography you do which would require a different tripod. I can, however, recommend a few things (I do teach all about tripods in my Photo Outings class at Durham Tech. College). First, I recommend going with latches as opposed to any other style. With latches, you know whether or not your tripod is stable. Avoid the ones that are supposed to lock with just one twist.  Also, make sure that what ever tripod you get it will hold the weight of your heaviest set up.

 

There are two general types of tripods.  The first are tripod bodies alone were you can pick the tripod head separately  to go with it. The second is tripod combo's where most do not interchange head and body. They are usually less expensive. Always try to buy a head that has two "Quick Release Plates". Often, it is hard to replace the quick release plate once lost. Avoid buying a tripod that has a plastic head. After freeze/thaws the plastic gets brittle and can drop your camera. Try to find a tripod that has a hook at the bottom. It allows you to stake the tripod to the ground or hang your camera bag on the hook. This helps to stabilize the tripod in the wind. Finally, for those very cold days of shooting, it helps to find a tripod with a foam grip. Grabbing a very cold metal leg is not much fun.  For more on tripods, try my Photo Outings Class!

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DO NOT USE LITHIUM ION IN FLASHES!!! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2017/5/do-not-use-lithium-ion-in-flashes Do Not Use Lithium Batteries in Speedlites—New Canon Advisory

By Sly Arena On February 25, 2015

While updating the information in my chapter on batteries for the new addition of Speedliter's Handbook I came upon a relatively new service advisory from Canon (December 2014) that advises against the use of lithium batteries in virtually all Speedlites. Canon acknowledges that lithium batteries may become extremely hot when used in Speedlites.

This should be considered breaking news for Speedliters. I checked the user manuals for the last five Speedlite introductions and they all say that lithium batteries can be used in the Speedlite.

I said a long while back that lithium batteries are bad for Speedlites. Five years ago, when I wrote about my AA Battery Torture Test in the original Speedliter’s Handbook, I reported three disturbing facts about the performance of lithium batteries during the test.

  • When a 580EX Speedlite with lithium batteries was fired at full power every 20-seconds (the standard interval in my AA Battery Torture Test), the average flashes-to-failure was 52 pops. This compares to averages of 165 for alkaline and 235 for low-discharge nickel-metal hydride batteries, like Eneloops.

  • When the Speedlite with lithium batteries was fired at full power every 3-minutes, the average flash-to-failure rose to 218. It’s not that the lithiums lacked the electrons. Rather, they just like to hold onto them—which is why they can hold a charge for many years.

  • Most importantly—under the standard 20-second test interval, the sets of lithium batteries would be too hot to hold immediately after the test—on the high side of 140ºF/60ºC.

Recommended Batteries For Speedlites

Maha-Charger-C801D-Eneloops-600px

My favorites: Eneloop batteries and Maha C801D charger

My favorite batteries for Speedlites are Eneloops. They are low-discharge rechargeables. Low-discharge is the key. Regular nickel-metal hydride batteries will lose most of their charge while sitting for a month in your bag. The low-discharge chemistry in Eneloops holds onto most of its charge for up to a year.

The key to happiness with rechargeable batteries is the circuity of the charger. You need a charger that treats each cell as an individual. Otherwise, the charger will turn off when the strongest cell is charged—leaving the weak cells undercharged. My favorite charger is the Maha C801D.

Text Of The Canon Advisory

AA Lithium batteries cannot be used with any Speedlite or Macrolite products and compact battery packs including those listed below because certain AA lithium batteries, in rare cases, may become extremely hot during usage in such products.

Speedlite 220EX
Speedlite 270EX
Speedlite 270EX II
Speedlite 320EX
Speedlite 380EX
Speedlite 420EX
Speedlite 430EX
Speedlite 430EX II
Speedlite 540EZ
Speedlite 550EX
Speedlite 580EX
Speedlite 580EX II
Speedlite 600EX
Speedlite 600EX-RT
Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX
Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX II
Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX
Compact Battery Pack CP-E2
Compact Battery Pack CP-E3
Compact Battery Pack CP-E4

It is my belief that this holds true for most contemporary flashes.

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Most Current International Photo Competition https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2016/11/most-current-international-photo-competition I was top 10 in an international photo competition on Viewbug (a photographer's website). I placed above almost a half million photos. INSIGHTINSIGHTI was top 10 in an international photo competition on Viewbug (a photographer's website). I placed above almost a half million photos.

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TOP TEN REASONS! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2016/9/top-ten-reasons Top Ten Reasons You Might Be a Photographer.......

10.  You have nightmares of people using the “P mode”  we won’t even talk about the “green mode.”  That’s just too scary.

9.  If you have 30,000 family photos neatly categorized in Lightroom.  Zero photos of you.

8.  When at a car dealership, you translate the price of a car in your head to “Eight 5D Mark III’s.” Or your last power bill cost two monopods.

7.  Touchdown plays are somewhat distracting because you can see the white glass on the sidelines

6.  You are frequently greeted with “What are you taking a picture of?!?” instead of “hello.”

5.  You’d rather buy the shirt that more closely resembles 18% gray

4.  Your carry-on is heavier than your checked bags

3.  You describe disgusting old dilapidated barns as “beautiful”  (via Lori Anderson)

2.  Number of lenses > Pairs of shoes you own (Carsten Deutschmann)

1.  You actually believe a wizard could fit in your pocket.

And it can.

From Improve Photography

Some others:

- You’ve gotten a ticket for an illegal u-turn– to go back for THE SHOT (Becca Morrison)

- You pity, and judge, members of the public when you see them using their big, fancy DSLR in… automatic… (Chad Dumbris)

- You think in f-stops (Jackie Buys)

- You have finally become oblivious to the odd stares you get when you whip out your camera to take a sweet shot that no one else seems to notice but you (Deborah Austin)

- You watch a movie and pay more attention to the lighting and composition than what’s happening in the movie (Mike Dellerman)

- While wearing polarizing sunglasses, you rotate your head left and right to assess what impact your circular polarizing filter might have on a potential shot (Ron Tripp)

- You wish you had a camera installed in your retina (Kellie Allen)

- Everywhere you go to take pictures some one is stopping to take a picture behind you (Mike Dellerman)

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We want to at least educate you, but would rather do quality work for you! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2016/6/we-want-to-at-least-educate-you-but-would-rather-do-quality-work-for-you Recently, I saw a local photographer advertising a "special sale" to do location portraits. The photograph the photographer used to display their "ability" was an example of what I try to teach my students on what NOT to do. The picture was a family portrait of mom, dad and young girl. In order to protect the identity of the subjects and the photographer, I have cut out any recognizable features. The little girls face was mostly washed out by the sun so you could hardly see her in the photo. Ironic since she for several reasons was the main focus of the picture. The fathers head was what we call "hot" or in other words over exposed or washed out as well. Unfortunately, this is poor photography that some poor family received. There are many cases with photographers just like this one. Hopefully you can see what I mean in the image below.

 

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2016/6/we-want-to-at-least-educate-you-but-would-rather-do-quality-work-for-you Mon, 20 Jun 2016 07:30:00 GMT
We want to at least educate you, but would rather give quality work for you! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2016/6/we-want-to-at-least-educate-you-but-would-rather-give-quality-work-for-you Recently, I saw a local photographer advertising a "special sale" to do location portraits. The photograph the photographer used to display their "ability" was an example of what I try to teach my students on what NOT to do. The picture was a family portrait of mom, dad and young girl. In order to protect the identity of the subjects and the photographer, I have cut out any recognizable features. The little girls face was mostly washed out by the sun so you could hardly see her in the photo. Ironic since she for several reasons was the main focus of the picture. The fathers head was what we call "hot" or in other words over exposed or washed out as well. Unfortunately, this is poor photography that some poor family received. There are many cases with photographers just like this one. Hopefully you can see what I mean in the image below.

 

Example of POOR PHOTOGRAPHYYoung girls face is washed out in bottom left

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[email protected] (CMDPHOTOS) Educate Lesson blown out hot areas in photo other photographers over exposure example photography education photography information poor photography example https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2016/6/we-want-to-at-least-educate-you-but-would-rather-give-quality-work-for-you Wed, 15 Jun 2016 20:08:54 GMT
Always Make Sure You Look Before You Leap https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2016/6/always-make-sure-you-look-before-you-leap A photographer for a national magazine was assigned to take pictures of a great forest fire. He was advised that a small plane would be waiting to fly him over the fire.The photographer arrived at the airstrip just an hour before sundown. Sure enough, a small Cessna airplane was waiting. He jumped in with his equipment and shouted, “Let’s go!” The tense man sitting in the pilot’s seat swung the plane into the wind and soon they were in the air, though flying erratically.

“Fly over the north side of the fire, ” said the photographer, “and make several low-level passes.”

“Why?” asked the nervous pilot.

“Because I’m going to take pictures!” yelled the photographer. “I’m a photographer, and photographers take pictures!”

The pilot replied, “You mean you’re not the flight instructor?”

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Is It The Equipment? https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2016/5/is-it-the-equipment “A group of artists are invited for dinner by a famous chef.
In greeting the photographer, the chef comments:
I love your photos, they’re wonderful, you must have a very expensive camera.

The photographer doesn’t reply and walks into the dining room.

After dinner the photographer approaches the chef and says:
Dinner was sensational, very exquisite flavors, a true work of art,
you must have a very sophisticated stove.”

Hope this will help you understand what I have been trying to say about photographers.

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I AM AN EDUCATOR! https://www.cmdphotos.com/blog/2016/5/i-am-an-educator

MY TEACHING PLATFORM!

I tried unsuccessfully to find a source to this fun story.

I like to think of myself as an Educator! See Story below:

According to a news report, a certain private school in Washington was
recently faced with a unique problem.
A number of 12-year-old girls were beginning to use lipstick and would
put it on in the bathroom. That was fine, but after they put on their
lipstick, they would press their lips on the mirror leaving dozens of
little lip prints.
Every night the maintenance man would remove them, and the next day the
girls would put them back.

Finally the principal decided that something had to be done. He called all the girls to the bathroom and met them there with the maintenance man. He explained to the girls that all these lip prints were causing a major problem for the maintenance man who had to clean the mirrors every night (you can just imagine all the yawns from the little princesses).

To demonstrate how difficult it had been for the maintenance man to clean the mirrors, the principal asked the maintenance man to show the girls how much effort was required. Then the maintenance man took out a long-handled squeegee, dipped it in the toilet, and cleaned the mirror with it.

Since then, there have been no lip prints on the mirror.

There are teachers .. and then there are educators.

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