Theo Fenraven's Blog, page 22
June 22, 2020
More Macros
Still on the macro kick, because I’ve been stuck at home for a while. I’ve seen new insects and others that are familiar to me. I’ll start with the scolid bee. I love how fuzzy they are. This is the … Continue reading →
June 18, 2020
Fatigue… and Ants
Last night I dreamed I was at the store, and I’d forgotten my mask. I was terrified I’d catch the virus, because someone, also not wearing a mask, was talking in my face only two feet away. I’m not afraid … Continue reading →
June 15, 2020
June 15: Flowers
Flowers are difficult to photograph in a way that makes them interesting. Most people spray them with water drops for added appeal, and I’ve done that, but I decided not to do that with these. The evening primrose is common … Continue reading →
June 8, 2020
June 8: The Birdbath
This first one isn’t the greatest shot, but I love the way the blue jay’s eye is illuminated by light through the trees. This young grackle wasn’t sure if he wanted to go into the water or not. He gazed … Continue reading →
June 1, 2020
June 1: Backyard Birds
I recently mentioned putting up the feeders again, because I missed the birds. After the first week or two, I spotted something small and dark scurrying between the woods and the spilled seed on the ground. You guessed it: RAT. … Continue reading →
May 28, 2020
May 28: Blue Jays
After some careful thought, I decided to set up my bird feeders again. I’d taken them down last year after the bear ripped the pole down, and that was followed by a roof rat assault on my house. They’ve become … Continue reading →
May 25, 2020
May 25: Lizards and Squirrels
Photography centers around lighting. I’m always shooting subjects in different, even extreme lighting. This isn’t as easy as it sounds. The lower the light, the higher the ISO, and that means more grain/noise. No photographer wants noisy photos. Topaz DeNoise … Continue reading →
May 21, 2020
May 21: The Beauty and Cruelty of Nature
I was down at the lake early one morning and saw a specific bird behavior. It’s unpleasant to contemplate, but it’s how nature works. This is your only warning. Was I sad when I realized what the great egret was … Continue reading →
May 18, 2020
Before/After: Transformations
Skylum’s photo-processing program for Mac and PC gets better with each new release. In the latest version (4.2), you can add objects to your sky (as well as replace it altogether). Why would anyone want to do that, you ask? … Continue reading →
May 14, 2020
May 14: Noise Reduction
Apparently a lot of people can’t see noise (grain) in a photo, but photographers are sensitive to it. We don’t want it, especially in the background. It’s distracting and often downright ugly. My telephoto lens is pretty great in bright … Continue reading →
