Archive for September, 2007

Dust-Aid sensor cleaner

Dust-Aid sensor cleaner

Living in the desert southwest my camera equipment is exposed to harsh conditions. The air is dry and dusty, the two worse elements for a DSLR sensor.
Over three years ago I made the leap to digital and quickly learned that sensor cleaning can be a pain, and down right scary if not done properly. I’ve [...]


Today’s Image ~ Mitten’s Shadow

Today's Image ~ Mitten's Shadow

Mitten’s Shadow ~ Monument Valley, Arizona
Canon 5D, 24-70mm f/2.8L, Singh-Ray 2-stop ND Grad
 
Twice a year the West Mitten’s shadow is cast onto the East Mitten at sunset in Monument Valley. I was lucky enough to witness it many years ago before I got into photography and I’ve always wanted to get back.


On the run

On the run

It has been a wet, stormy summer here in northern New Mexico. Rain clears the air and storms make for dramatic skies, and together they create a neurotic photographer. For two weekends in a row while out shooting I’ve been run off by lightning and heavy rains. When I’m not running from a storm I’m [...]