Ramsey Falls

[singlepic id=1294 w=480 float=left] I actually packed my set of neutral density filters just so I could try slowing down the shutter enough to get the softer look to the water.  Unfortunately, that also means little details like leaves on tress might be blurred.  Probably a good time to take… Continue reading

Smoky Mountain Sunset

[singlepic id=1292 w=480 float=left] New picture from the recent weekend in the Smoky Mountains.  Specifically tried to get some sunrise and sunset pictures this time, which was helped by staying closer to the park than the last time we were there.  The downside of trying to practice photography more is… Continue reading

Badlands Sunset

[singlepic id=1285 w=480 float=left] I posted a similar Badlands sunset picture back in the Badlands – norconk.com.  I think this one has a slightly better foreground and a little lighter touch on the HDR compilation. Picture taken with Canon 60D, EF-S 18-135mm lens @ 45mm, 1/10 – 1/160 shutter, f/16,… Continue reading

Black Bear

[singlepic id=1284 w=480 float=left] Sticking with the animal theme for one more picture, this is one of the better shots I got of a bear while in Yellowstone, even though it’s a black bear and not the more impressive Grizzly.  Hung around watching this one forage for about an hour… Continue reading