Monthly Archives: August 2010

How to Build a Cheap and Simple Variable Neutral Density Filter

PetaPixel is a great blog for photographers and photography enthusiasts. This post especially caught my attention as I’ve wanted a Variable ND filter for some time but just haven’t been able to pull the trigger on a $400 or higher … Continue reading

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LeggNet’s Digital Capture | Behind the Scenes Video: Theater Photo Shoot

This is a great behind the scenes look at what it takes to pull off large Stock Photo Shoots. Very creative. Enjoy the short video. LeggNet’s Digital Capture | Behind the Scenes Video: Theater Photo Shoot.

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A Place Of Rest – Finding beauty at a Rest Stop

Along Interstate 5 from the border of Canada in the North to the border of Mexico in the South there 39 Rest Stops where both man and pet exit their vehicles for a quick stretch and to donate the left … Continue reading

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Sshhhhh! Locals Only

2,745 Miles from Olympia WA, to Southern California and back again via motorcycle is a great way to spend your vacation days. Especially when you take short detours to get off of Interstate 5 and see some of the amazing … Continue reading

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Weekly Twitter posts for 2010-08-14

I'm at TJ's Cycle's in Redding CA. They are changing out my rear tire. Saving me $100 over the dealer and giving me a better tire. # Spent 4 hours with my HS Class of '85 tonight. Wow! Many of … Continue reading

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Fort Brag – Willows Portraits

When I had Senior Portraits done 25 years ago in Willows, CA there was only one option so everybody’s photo in our yearbook looks the same: different face – same picture. Lisa Taylor has changed that. Commuting regularly between Willows … Continue reading

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Weekly Twitter posts for 2010-08-07

"The Commander" Al Qa'id" will be back from graphics and striping tomorrow. So looking forward to seeing the final product. Whoohoo! # Beverley Hills Chihuahua is one of the dumbest movies ever made. # On my way to church enjoying … Continue reading

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Enjoying a great ‘Manventure’

So here it is my first post using my BlackBerry. I left home yesterday on my motorcycle for a grand ‘manventure’. I’m attending my 25th HS class reunion in Willows CA before heading all the way to Oceanside about 45 … Continue reading

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A Writers Block: Religion – not my favorite word

Here’s a good post from my friend Kassie Ketchum on religion. It’s a short but poignant read. A Writers Block: Religion – not my favorite word.

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Great pinstriping by John Hannukaine

If you Google John Hannukaine you’ll find lots of sites with his work, book, or custom brushes. John is an amazing artist and a good friend. Last night I picked up my motorcycle from John’s shop after he put new … Continue reading

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