Welcome To The Friday View

Wow! September is here already and Summer is dwindling away. How did that happen so fast? I guess time really does fly when you are having fun. But fret not. There is still some warm days ahead and if you need some Summertime inspiration just check out this beautiful blooming flower to remind you that no matter the time of year it is always one day closer to Spring.

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Technical Info

- Canon EOS 80D
- Sigma DC 18-250mm Lens at 212mm
- Manual Control
- Aperture F6.30
- Shutter Speed 1/800 Second
- ISO (Film Speed) 200
- Center Weighted Average Metering

Here is the "Before" image.

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And now...

Yesterday's View...

Thursday August 31, 2017

And that will do it for today. Thanks for stopping by!

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Exploration Photography Daily View - July 24, 2016

Hi and welcome to the Daily View!

Good evening friends! Hot enough for you? If I had a dime for every time I heard a heat related statement today I could probably retire. But I suppose it's just human nature. We are obsessed with the weather. Especially extreme weather. And to give you an idea of how hot it got around here today take a look at this.

Yep. 104°F (40°C) Not uncommon in the American Southwest but a tad high in Southeastern Pennsylvania. But it has since cooled down to a frigid 88°F (31°C)

For today's photo I would like to share a closeup of one of our favorite Summertime flowers. The Vinca.

Vinca are not just pretty. They are also very hardy in direct hot sunlight. It is no wonder that many townships around here and also many commercial establishments use them in their landscaping. We were actually a little late in planting them this year but since we have they have taken off very well. I'm sure I will be sharing one or two more shots with you over the Summer.

And now...

Yesterday's View...

Saturday July 23, 2016

And that will do it for today folks. Thanks for stopping by!

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Exploration Photography Daily View - January 22, 2016

Hi and welcome to the Daily View!

The big one is upon us my friends. The first real snow storm of the season and according to most forecasts we are getting at least 18 inches of the horrid white stuff. And I am sure I will have plenty of photos to share real soon but for now I would prefer to look back at a sunnier and warmer time.

This is an aerial view of Ocean City New Jersey from August 2015. I shot this from a Ferris Wheel and I can tell you that it sure was warm. Probably about 85° or so.

I haven't forgotten about the Weekly Roundup but it's going to be a day late. So be sure to check back!

Thanks for stopping by and if you have to go out in the snow please be careful!

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Exploration Photography Daily View - November 21, 2015

Hi and welcome to the Daily View!

Well it was inevitable but the weather has turned a bit colder and Mother Nature is reminding us that Winter is indeed on the way. So seeing as I didn't get out to shoot today I am sharing a photo that was taken when this past Summer was approaching. How's that sound?

This is from June 6th in Wildwood Crest when Kim and I were on a dolphin watching tour. See it as symbolic of the sunset of Summer/Autumn. But rest assured there will be a new beginning in just a few months. Okay maybe a bit longer but before you know it it'll be here :)

Thanks for stopping by!

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Exploration Photography Daily View - May 18, 2015

Hi there and welcome to the Exploration Photography Daily View. As the weather gets warmer we all find our own ways to cool off. Even our bird friends.

Thanks for stopping by my friends. It's great to see you here at the blog.

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February 17, 2015 - Photo Of The Day

With all of the cold wintery weather we have been having I thought it would be nice to have a little reminder of warmer times. So today I share with you a couple of photos I snapped while Kim and I were playing a round of miniature golf in Ocean City, New Jersey last June.

Stay warm my friends. And remember we are getting near the end of the real cold weather. In just a few weeks it should be nearing at least the high 40's. I'll take it!

And that's it for today. Be sure to check back soon.

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September 30, 2014 - Photo Of The Day

The end of September has arrived and it's that time of the year when plants and flowers die off and the ground becomes covered with falling leaves. But in the midst of this something interesting is happening right in my own backyard. Wildflowers. Now there may only be a few stragglers at full bloom but there is also a lot of buds. I suppose that as long as the weather remains somewhat moderate and the frost stays away they will also come to bloom.

I know that I have posted a similar photo before but hey, who doesn't like a little reminder of summertime? I had a little fun with this one. I hope you like how it came out.

I rarely use the flash on my camera. On board flashes are not generally a photographers friend but that is a topic for a future post. For this however I used the flash to darken the background. It also let me use a lower ISO (Film Speed) and in turn reduce noise (Grain). This was shot at the beginning of dusk and there was a lot of light from the day left. What do you think?

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September 8, 2014 - Photo Of The Day

As the weather here today is turning cloudy and a little cooler, and for some rainy, I am constantly reminded that the Fall season is almost upon us. Yes, I know that there are still some nice warm and maybe even hot days left. But they will not last. So in that light I would like to share a little reminder of Summer with you.

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But don't let this just be a reminder that Summer is coming to and end. No, let it remind you that no matter how cold the Winter may be there is another Spring ahead. A time of renewal. And also use it as a reminder to get out there and enjoy it all while you can. And if you are out there at 6 or 7 in the morning maybe I'll see you. I'll be the one with the camera :)

Until next time...

September 4, 2014 - Photo Of The Day

The end of Summer is approaching quickly and I must say it makes me a little sad. I think it is the fact that it went way too fast. I do enjoy Autumn and the holiday seasons it brings but it is also a cruel reminder that Winter is about to show it's ugly face. After last Winter I am not ready for any more cold weather.

My favorite time of the year is Spring. The arrival of Spring means warm weather and trips to the beach. To me it is also my prime time for photography. Spring is also a great time to go camping because it is warm but not too hot. That is just what Kim and I did earlier this year.

On our last few camping trips I have picked up a habit of bringing home a rock that is local to wherever we are. I know, it's strange, but it's just something I do. And that brings me to my Photo Of The Day.

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This particular rock is actually not from our last trip. It is from a trip a couple of years ago to The Ponderosa Campground in Cape May Courthouse, New Jersey. As you can see I shot this in black and white. I think it shows off the reflections and shadows very nicely. What do you think?

Thanks for stopping by. If you like what you see please feel free to share with your friends. You can also leave a comment if you like. On that note, I have been told that the comments section is not working for everyone. I am looking into this and I hope I can figure it out soon.

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August 30, 2014 - Photo Of The Day

Here comes the sun.  I know I shared a sunrise photo with you just a couple of days ago but I have a nicer one for you today. I think so at least. 

Kim and I are on a short trip to Wildwood Crest in New Jersey. As always I had to get up early at least one day to greet the sun. What's really nice this time is that we are staying at a motel on the beach so I didn't have to go far. 

Here is what I got today. 

Please be sure to click on the picture to see it full size. Another example of "The Golden Hour".

Thanks for stopping by and as always...

Until next time...

August 25, 2014 - Photo of The Day

Sunday morning I took a drive over to Valley Forge National Park and spent an hour and a half photographing one tree. Yep, one tree. 

I always refer to this as "My Favorite Tree" and I hope you see why.

Being that it is now summertime and there are no leaves on this tree I guess it is "dead". But just look at the branches. Such perfect curves. A great place for birds to perch. To me it brings "life" to the park.

I must say that I do worry that it will be taken down one day. I hope not though. It poses no danger where it is. I guess we'll just have to wait and see.

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you come back soon!

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A Summer Morning At Jenkins Arboretum

Hey there! It's been a few weeks or so since my last post so let's get right into it. Sound good? Okay then let's go! 

The weather has been cool here for a few days. Very unusual for August. I'm not complaining but I sure hope this isn't a sign of another cold Winter.

Anyhow, taking advantage of the cooler air and low humidity I got up and took a drive over to Jenkin's Arboretum. It made for a nice comfortable walk around the grounds. And to make things even better I was the only one there. Not another person in sight. Nice! This all added up to a great opportunity to photograph. Today I would like to share some of my work with you.

For today's trip I tried to concentrate on the small stuff. Instead of shooting everything from landscape to flowers to birds I just walked through the trails looking at the things I may have passed by any other day. I Don't know how well that went but here are the results. I hope you enjoy some of these.

Jenkin's Arboretum is one of my favorite local places to relax and photograph. It's beautiful and very peaceful. It's also free! They do however have optional memberships and I plan on joining to do my part in supporting such a wonderful place. If you are in the area I highly recommend you check it out. You won't be sorry. Click here for the website.

And since you are checking out other websites please take a look at my Flickr page and my 500px page. Here you will see the photos you see here plus many more. I hope you enjoy them.

Until next time...