Monthly Archives: September 2011

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

The first leg of our trip was spent in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks.  The whole area, including the adjoining national forest land was amazing.  From the trees to the canyon, everything is over-sized and breathtaking.  It’s easy to feel insignificant when standing next to the General Sherman Tree (a giant Sequoia), the largest...

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Romy - beautiful photos! welcome to California! :-)

just letting you know the Facebook link in your Welcome section doesn’t lead to your FB page, for some reason it takes me to my own FB Friends section.September 27, 2011 – 4:21 am

LME - Thanks Romy and thanks for the heads up regarding the Facebook link. I’ll have to take a look at that!September 27, 2011 – 8:20 am

The Cliché Dilemma

I can’t speak for all serious photographers but those I happen to know all seem to have one thing in common.  They all want to present their own unique vision in their photography, no matter what they photograph. Having a personal “vision” and translating that vision into a photograph is the thing that motivates us...

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Knicki - As a serious, possibly non-serious photographer I find myself in awe .. dang it. I’ve never really wanted to go to Yosemite until now.September 19, 2011 – 2:16 am

philippe - I second what Knicki said. love the two shots with trees Laurie… moreso the first. your best shots are those that are creatively yours!September 19, 2011 – 6:25 am

LME - Thanks Knicki and Philippe! Knicki, You really do need to go to Yosemite.September 19, 2011 – 8:45 am

Richard - I had the same thoughts when I was there. I was only there for a couple of days in May. Lots of the park was inacessible because of the heavy snow. I didn’t really luck out with any great light or anything. I love the one with the lightning in it. It’s all about being prpared to take a great shot when the opurtunity presents its self isn’t it?September 19, 2011 – 12:31 pm

Roberta Harper - I am inspired by your photos – even the cliche ones. The lighting at Tunnel View is poetic. Obviously you are doing what you love!September 19, 2011 – 1:21 pm

Cherie Buisson - OMG Laurie, these are just magnificent! Derek and I may have to change our Yellowstone plans to Yosemite plans! Thanks for sharing. I love reading your views and seeing your NEVER cliche work :) September 19, 2011 – 1:45 pm

Shannon Conner - Ahhhhhh……..my home :) Thank you for bringing it back to me so beautifully. Awesome as usual!September 20, 2011 – 6:52 am

kelly - beautiful just beautiful!!!!!!!!
my favorite is the black and white oneSeptember 20, 2011 – 9:31 pm