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Never Deprive Some One Of Hope

2010-05-13T05:57:00.000-07:00

Never Deprive Some One Of Hope It May be all they Have.

Eye Popping Pics of Cyborg Animals from Photoshop Contest

2010-03-19T03:29:00.000-07:00

Seth Green, eat your heart out

Scientists really are making cyborg beetles and robotic hummingbirds, why not a android anaconda or a missile-toting toad? Picking which of these concepts might actually make it from Photoshop to the engineering bench isn’t easy. Besides looking good, these pics demonstrate how our concepts of the future are usually just mash-ups of the things around us today. Accelerating technologies mess with our abilities to accurately predict what is possible. You can look at this contest and just see a bunch of crazy science fiction animals that look sweet. Me, I see ideas that someone, someday, is going to want to make a reality. If case that does happen, I call dibs on the rhino-tank.

Do rhinos really need a turret to cause damage?

Cyborg insects are being developed. Battle toads...not so much.

Bollywood Holi Celbrations

2010-03-09T04:52:00.000-08:00

Ileana Picy saree pics

2009-10-16T06:50:00.000-07:00

May Be

2009-08-27T06:32:00.000-07:00

Maybe . . . the brightest future will
always be based on a forgotten past;
after all, you can't go on
successfully in life until you let go
of your past mistakes, failures and
heartaches.

Maybe. . we were supposed to meet the
wrong people before meeting the right
one so that, when we finally meet the
right person, we will know how to be
Maybe . . . it is true that we don't
know what we have until we lose it,
but it is also true that we don't know
what we have been missing until it
arrives...
grateful for that gift.

Truck Paintings Awesome

2009-08-24T22:55:00.000-07:00

Bridge inbetween Sweden & Denmark

2009-08-23T11:15:00.000-07:00

Adult Body Paintings

2009-08-23T11:12:00.000-07:00

KALPANA CHAWLA Rare photographs

2009-08-23T10:57:00.000-07:00

Beautifully Sea Corals

2009-08-23T10:49:00.000-07:00

Amazing Photoghrapy

2009-08-23T10:33:00.000-07:00

korean paintings

2009-08-23T03:09:00.000-07:00

Amazing Paintings

2009-08-23T03:01:00.000-07:00

Marvellous Paintings

2009-08-23T02:50:00.000-07:00

Rare Ganeshas

2009-08-23T02:47:00.000-07:00

Paper Cutting is an Art Form

2009-08-23T02:37:00.000-07:00

Translating Paintings

2009-08-23T02:34:00.000-07:00

ultimate snaps showing the indianess

2009-08-23T02:27:00.000-07:00

Some good art at ur hand

2009-08-23T02:18:00.000-07:00

Boryeong Mud Festival 2009

2009-07-16T02:38:00.000-07:00

Here are the photos from the 12th annual mud festival, which takes place in South Korea, on Daecheon Beach in Boryeong. Every year this event attracts thousands of tourists from around the world, where they can enjoy mud-bathing, mud games and contests. As I can see from the photos these people are having real fun

Cool Golf Pictures

2009-07-16T02:34:00.000-07:00

Cool Golf Pictures - Golf Courses

My Cool Pics

2009-07-10T07:52:00.001-07:00

Right angle of photography

2009-06-06T14:26:00.000-07:00

Beauty Of Yoga

2008-09-25T22:46:00.000-07:00

Infant Photography Tips Which Capture Your Baby's Developmental Stages During Their First Year

2008-08-14T21:44:00.003-07:00

At three months old your baby should be lying on their tummy and holding their head up nice and strong. Some babies will do this at 2 ½ months and some later. Each baby is different so don't worry. This is also a time when your baby will not like clothing changes. Try laying baby on his/her tummy and when they raise their head take the picture. A B&W photo at this time is a classic and sure to be a keeper!

Six months old is a wonderful time! Your baby should be sitting up without assistance. Don't be fooled by what we call a "tripod" position where your baby sits up but leans forward. This is a great time to photograph your baby with a favorite stuffed animal, in a special infant chair, or with a sibling. Expressions at this stage are priceless.

At the nine month stage your baby will be going through major teething and drooling so keep plenty of drool rags nearby. They may also experience separation or stranger anxiety... It takes a lot of patience to capture this stage. Do not always expect smiles on this time. They just have a lot on their mind and will usually just look at the camera with a sweet face like a porcelain doll. We call this THE NINE MONTH STARE! This stage is also when your baby is standing and holding on to things. This is known as cruising. Try photographing your baby standing barefoot and with shorts on to show those cute, chubby little legs.

At twelve months, your baby might be standing by their self or even walking. Be sure, if you choose to put shoes on your baby, that they are cleaned and polished. Always check the bottoms of the shoes! At this stage, the child will be easily distracted by their surroundings. It works best to engage the child in an activity. Many times the best images at this age, the child will not be looking at the camera. This is to be expected and is considered a very artful image.

I cannot stress enough, the importance of documenting your baby's stages during the first year. Whether you take the photos yourself or use a professional photographer, this time cannot be repeated.

The following are some tips for better photographs

1) Use natural light (without flash) as much as possible to avoid the dreaded red-eye.
2) Move in close and be quick, watching for those once-in-a-lifetime expressions.
3) Photograph outdoors in the shade to avoid the harshness of the sunlight.
4) Never face a child with the sun in their eyes. They will squint (wouldn't you?).
5) Always, always, always have a camera with you.
6) Consider using the services of a professional photographer especially for the 3, 6, 9, and 12 month sessions.

Mary Buck is a professional photographer with Lightscapes Photographic Artwork in Duluth, GA. She is available for infant, children's and family portraits outdoors and in the studio. She recently won "Best of Gwinnett" portrait photographer in her county in Metro Atlanta. You can view her work at http://www.lightscapesphoto.com

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The Sony Cyber-Shot W110 Digital Camera - Any Good?

2008-08-14T21:44:00.002-07:00

Remarkably compact and powerful, the Sony Cyber-Shot W110 Digital Camera will satisfy the needs of all users and is available in a choice of up-to-the-minute colour options. What's it like though?

This one stands out from the crowd with its clean lines and cool, contemporary looks while inside the sleek all-aluminium case, it is packed with the latest Sony technology to widen your creative options and guarantee even more fabulous memories. It features a rich camera with aluminium case with silver finish, and teams fantastic HD image quality with easy-to-use features.

Despite superb image quality and advanced shooting functions, the Sony CyberShot W110 is brilliantly simple to use capturing details in 1080 Full HD format, so picture quality, contrast and colour rendering are all superb. Yes, this is certainly built to impress, combining a 4X optical zoom lens with a 7.2 megapixel camera and also has a spectacular ISO sensitivity reaching ISO 3200 which reduces the effects of blur and allows you to take pictures in poorly lit conditions.

When I bought this for a family member I was amazed by the picture quality as I thought it would turn out to be the same as all the other mid-range cameras with decent picture quality but nothing special - but this camera really and truly is something special. The Sony developed BIONZ image processor inside the Sony W110 powers improved Face Detection Technology, now with even faster tracking plus the ability to recognise faces that are further from the camera.

The battery is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for voltage, capacity, compatiblity and safety to exceed original SONY Cyber-shot W110 battery manufacturer specifications. All the batteries have a full one year quality assurance & 30 days money back gurantee.

The Sony Cyber-Shot W110 Digital Camera is perfect for first-time photographers and seasoned users alike, with a useful on-screen function guide and Easy Shooting mode to make high quality image shooting simple. You will be amazed.

John Milligan.

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Photography Posters - How One Can Come in Touch With Reality

2008-08-14T21:44:00.001-07:00

Photography posters are becoming incredibly popular as they feature various photographs captured in unique ways. These posters usually serve the tastes of those who want to have photographs clicked in unique situations and in an artistic way, which can only be done by professional photographers. Hence, people can decorate their homes and offices with photography posters that feature imaginary situations, photographs of sea-animals, wildlife animals, forestry, insects, buildings, or various landscapes. The world is full of people with varied tastes and choices when it comes to selecting decorating materials, and satisfying them is an uphill task. So, these posters can be used as potent decorating materials to make them happy and satisfied.

Here, digital photography software is proving to be very handy in making photography posters more visually soothing and eye-capturing. The digital cameras are able to capture the finer points and features of the objects being clicked, which may also make the beholder believe as if he or she is looking at something real and not just a poster. Here, digital cameras help photographers click pictures to suit their needs to cater to different tastes and styles of vast number of people. They can capture still and compact photographs exhibiting detailed features of the object being clicked.

Digital color printing has given a whole new concept to photography posters and is playing a pivotal role in making them look incredible. It has facilitated reproduction of images and text in different blends of colors to suit different needs. This way a poster looks more alive and colorful, which makes your room and office unique, thus forcing people to stop and admire.

Since posters are decorating materials that are used to bedeck the walls of your home, office, or any building and place where you work or stay, it is important that they suit and jell perfectly with the requirement of the place where they are to be stuck. This is where photography posters can be relied upon for variety. The advent of digital technology and color printing has made it possible to produce photography posters that serve the needs of all and sundry.

Patrick Arden is a professional writer, presently he is writing articles on nature posters, drugs posters, sport posters, cartoon posters, architecture posters, vintage posters, boxing posters, children posters and many more.

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Buying a Digital Camera? 3 Vital Things You Need to Know First!

2008-08-14T21:44:00.000-07:00

Most people when buying a digital camera really don't know what to look out for. Let's face it, most of us are not particularly tech savvy, so we have to rely upon what other supposedly tech savvy people advise us on. It really is essential that you know what you're buying when it comes to buying a digital camera, so in this article we will discuss the most important factors to lookout for and what to avoid.

Megapixels:

With the exception of the high-end professional digital cameras of 12 plus megapixels, the number of megapixels a digital camera is capable of generally speaking is the most important quality factor when it comes to how good your digital photos will come out. In the case of the high-end digital cameras the lenses themselves will also play a very important part.

When comparing digital cameras by the number of megapixels they are capable of, you will need to look closely at the small print on the digital camera or in the digital cameras manual. You may find that the camera is in reality capable of less megapixels then it leads you to believe.

For example some digital cameras will have in big print on the camera and or in its documentation say six megapixels, but underneath in small print it will say something like five megapixels enhanced to six using software. Basically this means that the camera is really only capable of five megapixels but the software in the camera will attempt to enhance the quality of the photos to six megapixels, this will never be as good as a true six megapixel camera.

How much zoom do you need?

You're going to have to decide just how much zoom your camera will need, for this think about the type of photography you want to take with the camera, if a lot of long-distance photos are going to be taken, obviously more zoom will be very useful.

There are two kinds of zoom, optical and digital. Optical zoom zooms in using lenses within the camera, so there will be no quality lost. Where as digital zoom on the other hand will simply make your pictures bigger and so will lose you are lot of picture quality. Here too many digital camera manufacturers will try to mislead buyers by stating the digital zoom in big letters, but only revealing that it is in fact digital zoom in small print underneath.

In my opinion digital zoom is about as useful as mud, I'd much rather not use digital zoom and instead digitally enlarged the picture at home on my PC. This way I would be able to see exactly how much picture quality I would be losing and I would still have the original picture at full quality.

The powersupply for your digital camera:

The powersupply is something greatly ignored when people buy digital cameras. People just don't consider it, yet when you think about it having a reliable power source for your digital camera is vital to make sure you don't ever run out of power right when you need your digital camera most.

AA and AAA batteries are the most common method used to power the lower end digital cameras. In many ways having this kind can be a good thing in that these batteries are cheap and easily replaceable at anytime.

Some lower end and most of the higher end digital cameras will only accept their own powersupply specifically made for that camera. These powersupplys are normally Lithium batteries and can be quite expensive. They will generally give you the advantage of lasting longer, however it is still wise to have at least one spare pack charged and ready to go with you at all times. When considering price on different cameras remember to take into account the added price for battery packs in the future.

A few digital cameras have the capability of being able to take both their own specific battery pack and normal AA or AAA rechargeable batteries you can find at any supermarket. If you take into account everything mentioned above when you compare digital cameras, you should have no problem in choosing a good camera for your usage. Also remember to check out on-line reviews as they will help you compare each camera.

This is especially important if you are buying a high-end digital camera, since as I have mentioned there are other factors such as the digital cameras lenses that will affect the quality of the pictures the digital camera takes.

One will see a Basic Digital Photography Guide here that contains anything from purchasing a camera to Digital Photography's Actual History.

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Basic Skills in Digital Photography

2008-05-21T00:20:00.001-07:00

Basically, there is not much difference between using a digital camera and a manual camera. In fact, most experts believe that using a digital camera actually spoils the photographer, making everything so easy for him. Still, there are many who remain daunted by the prospects of using a digital camera especially when their training comes mainly from manual photography.

There are a number of skills that one needs to learn before switching to the digital format. Read through and find out some of the things that you need to develop.

Computer skills

Digital photography involves dealing with computers. In fact, operating the digital camera is like operating a small computer. There are functions that are actually similar to the computer like formatting and delete and a whole lot of other things. You need to be familiar with the functions in order to be able to maximize the digital camera.

In addition, you also need to be really familiar with computer when storing your picture files and adjusting your photos. With this, you need to be able to perform computer tasks such as cutting, pasting, copying, renaming and opening and closing of files and folders.

There are a number of good books that provide tutorials that will enhance computer skills as well as teach you some of the basics in using the computer with regards to photography. Some books in photography, digital photography will for sure contain sections that deal with computers.

Knowledge in graphic programs

One can actually adjust photos and create a whole lot of effects with the use of graphic programs such as Photoshop. One can actually change the size of the photo, alter the pixels and even change the format into different file types. One good thing with digital cameras is the fact that one can actually alter the pictures taken before printing it.

With the use of these programs, one can erase flaws, sharpen some features of the photo, blur the background and even transfer one photo with another. If one is really good, you can even create one new photo by cutting different elements in various photos and put them all together.

Working knowledge with the various functions of the camera

As mentioned before, working with a digital camera is similar to working with a small computer. In order to maximize the digital camera, you need to master the functions including adjusting the various levels such as the shutter speed, the brightness, the contrast. There are even digital cameras that you can actually use as a manual camera; you just need to learn to adjust the functions.

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How to Get Started in Digital Photography

2008-05-21T00:19:00.000-07:00

Whether you are a seasoned photographer or a novice, or just someone who want to do photography as a hobby, the first thing you need to be clear on is, what exactly is digital photography?

Digital photography is the use of a digital camera to capture / take an image that can be viewed on a computer screen. The main benefits of digital photography are:

You can see the result of your work right away

You can delete unwanted photographs instantly

You can easily and cheaply edit your photographs by improving the tone, retouching some areas, adding background etc.

Digital photographs can be send instantly via email

Except for batteries you do not need to constantly buy items to use in digital photography such as films.

Next you will need to decide on the type of digital camera to buy. This will of course depend on the following factors:

How much money you can spend

What is your goal, that is, why do you need to take digital pictures: business, hobby, personal What functionality do you want with your camera

There are two basic types of digital camera, the DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) and automatic. If you are really serious about digital photography you will want to get yourself a DSLR since this type of camera gives you more control.

In making a decision on type of digital camera also explore the types of storage media available and see which one may be best for you. The two most popular storage media for digital camera are flashcards (digital film) and microdrives. The storage media in a digital camera is really important; it is what holds the pictures. It is important to read reviews and talk to other users of digital cameras to determine the type of memory, and the capacity of the memory (how much images can it hold) you will need. I recommend flash cards since they have no moving parts and are more reliable.

After you have decided on the type of digital camera to purchase, you must now look at the other types of equipment you need to make a success of digital photography. A good personal computer and printer is needed, especially if you do not wish to pay to have your pictures printed elsewhere.

Your computer is important because this is where you will download, store, edit, review and any number of other things to your photographs. If you are using an older computer, make sure your operating system is compatible with the camera and software you will be using.

If you plan to do this professionally, you will also need to invest in software to help you get the most out of your digital photographs. Software used by professional digital photographers include Adobe Photoshop and ImageReady.

How to take great digital photographs

There are seven main steps to ensuing that you take professional looking digital photographs. These are:

Subject: Pose your subject with care. Even with the best software some faults cannot be totally corrected.

Lighting: Right light is important in digital photography as the appearance of your subject will be affected if lighting is wrong. Too harsh a light will show up wrinkles

ISO calibration: To ensure that your pictures don’t come out looking like they were done by a total novice, check to ensure that your camera is properly calibrated. Getting the right camera setting can be the difference between brilliant pictures and blah.

Composition: Good photography is an art form, so your background is as important as your subject. Too much clutter in your picture will make the result look unprofessional.

White balance: If you want to ensure that your photograph has natural looking colors, then make sure to manually set the white balance.

Don’t be afraid to experiment: Do creative crazy things with your camera, the results may just surprise you. Remember, with a digital camera you can always delete the images if you do not want to keep them.

Zoom and flash: Practice using these features until you find what works best in different situations.

One point to remember about digital photography is that it cannot turn a lousy photography into a professional overnight, but with practice and learning you can become good at photography using a digital camera. And, with enough talent, business savvy, luck, downright determination and love of the craft you might even be able to turn it into a business venture.

Robert Provencher has been a professional portrait and wedding photographer for over 25 years. He has trained hundreds of professional photographers throughout North America in live workshops and through his online forum. Robert has authored several manuals on digital photography and photogaphy marketing. http://www.nobsphotosuccess.com

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How To Take Better Travel Photographs by Karen Joslin

2008-05-21T00:18:00.000-07:00

Most travelers like to bring home pictures to remember their trip. If you're looking for a way to turn so-so snapshots to fabulous photos, take a moment to review these tips.

Before You Leave

Make sure you're familiar with how your camera works. If you haven't read the manual, do it. You may find that your camera has capabilities you didn't know about, or you may find answers to questions that have been bothering you.

If you have enough gear to warrant a camera bag, try to find one that doesn't scream, "I'm a camera bag. Steal me!" You may want to consider a backpack-like style because they're easy to carry around all day, leave your hands free, and appear relatively inconspicuous.

When you pack for your trip, bring your manual, extra camera batteries or a battery charger, and digital storage cards or film for your camera. If you plan on taking lots of digital photos and you have a laptop, it may be a wise idea to bring it so you can download your images and reuse your cards.

For air travel, pack your camera in a carry-on bag, especially if you're fortunate enough to own sophisticated equipment. Even locked, checked luggage can be broken into, and if your equipment is stolen, most airlines will not reimburse you. Avoid putting your camera in a jacket pocket, too, since it's easy to leave a jacket on the plane or in the airport. Before you exit the plane, double-check to make sure you have all your things.

Camera Settings

Your camera's automatic settings control the f-stop and shutter speed for you. The f-stop determines how blurry the background looks. The smaller the number (like 5.6), the more the background blurs. The larger the number (like 16), the sharper everything in the picture is. Neither one is inherently better than the other; it all depends on what you're photographing and what effect you want.

Shutter speed refers to how quickly the camera's shutter opens and closes. The higher the shutter speed, the faster it takes the picture. To freeze action, you need to shoot at a minimum of 125. Below 60, you need a tripod to keep the image sharp because your hand will move enough to affect the picture.

Point-and-shoot cameras may not allow you to adjust both settings yourself. However, understanding your camera's automatic settings can help you control how your photos look. For instance, portrait settings are designed to keep the main subject sharp and blur the background, while landscape settings keep everything sharp. Shoot a variety of subjects on each of your camera's settings to see what they do and what you like.

Some cameras have semi-automatic settings which allow you to set either the f-stop or the shutter speed yourself, while the camera sets the other one. These are often ideal: you still have a good amount of control over how your image looks, but you don't have to worry about meter-reading or quickly changing light conditions.

If you can change your camera's settings, you should know about ISO speeds. They control how much light your camera or film needs to take an image. Low numbers like 100 work in bright daylight, while higher numbers like 400 are for cloudy days or possibly indoors. The lower the ISO number, the more detail your photos will have, so set it at the lowest number you can.

Composition and Subject Matter

The number one thing you can do to improve your photography is good composition. Camera manuals used to say that you should place your subject in the middle. This was because viewfinders showed more than would end up in your picture, but it usually looks boring.

Instead, imagine three equally-spaced lines running across your image both horizontally and vertically. The places where the lines meet are the strongest areas to place your subject. You don't need to draw lines on your viewfinder to do this, however, just practice putting your subjects off-center. Try taking a few shots from different angles. After a while you'll get the hang of it.

It's a good idea to shoot slightly more than you want in the picture, because when you get prints, your images may end up getting cropped to fit the print sizes. If you have photo editing software, you can crop it yourself to the right size so that it looks best. Don't go over board with the extra space, though, because printing a small portion of a larger image will result in poor quality.

Landscapes help capture the feeling of a place, but too often they fall flat. Having something in the foreground will jazz up your landscapes. A lone fisherman on the lake in front of majestic mountains not only adds interest to the shot, it shows just how huge the mountains actually are. Leading lines are good in any image, and even more so in landscapes. What are they? Things like roads, fences, or a line of trees which begin in the foreground and lead the viewer's eye to the background.

Of course, when you're traveling you also want to see people in the locations. There's nothing wrong with photographing your companions by a famous landmark, but remember to use creative composition. Another great way to break out of the "people standing in a line in front of a monument" snapshot is by taking candid pictures. You'll also get more genuine expressions that way.

Generally, the more your subject fills the frame, the better. That's especially true for people and animals. You probably don't care about your companion's vacation wardrobe; what's important is their face. If your camera doesn't have a zoom lens, you'll be more limited in how tight a shot you can get. Pay attention to what's going on in the background. You don't want a stop sign sticking out of someone's head.

Photographing local people can help tell a story about the place you're visiting, especially if you're in an exotic destination. However, many people find it rude to be photographed without permission. If you know that's the case or if someone looks upset about you pointing your camera at them, ask if it's okay to take their picture. A little flattery may be helpful, and some may even ask for money. Don't push it if they say no.

Remember, interesting photo opportunities are everywhere. A bustling market, a cityscape, details of an object or building, a roadside food shack, or a lizard sunning himself can all make great shots. And while everyone prefers to remember their travels as pleasant experiences, few places are completely idyllic. You may encounter poverty, industrial areas, or locations damaged by natural disasters, war, or terrorism on your trip. Although such subjects aren't the cheeriest, they can yield powerful images that make a statement.

With a little practice, your own photos may look just as good as the postcards.

About the Author
Karen Joslin writes for Anguilla-Guide.info, Bermuda-Guide.info, and other Segisys travel Web sites.
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Obositi dupa petrecerile din week-end...

2008-05-19T05:54:00.001-07:00

Va rugam nu deranjati! O sa ne trezim noi la un moment dat :D
Buna dimineata si o saptamana excelenta!

Freelance Photography

2008-05-19T05:47:00.000-07:00

Welcome to ePHOTOzine's freelance section, created by our sister title Freelance Photography Made Easy (FPME). Members who join ePHOTOzine soon become tempted to earn money from their photography. Earning cash from your camera is a great way to help pay for your next lens or studio flash you may have been dreaming about. It also gets you a foot up into a more enjoyable career if you decide to take up professional photography full time. While getting in to the market is fairly easy, knowing how to make the first steps and where to go can be more difficult. The idea of FPME is to share tips and techniques to make your life as a freelance photographer easier. We offer advice on setting up and running your business, provide hundreds of leads for selling photos and share success stories of existing members. Click here to look at the many benefits of joining our rapidly growing group of freelance photographers.