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The Expedition EVEREST Challenge

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Most people when seeing the sign below just chuckle. They know Expedition EVEREST is a high-speed attraction. How can anyone take pictures while riding it. Right? Remember to capture memories in your ride through the Himalayas.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/125s, f/5.6, ISO 2200, EV +0.3, 160mm focal length. You know us here at Picture This!, we have … Continue reading "The Expedition EVEREST Challenge"
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Soaked and Happy on Kali River Rapids

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Soaked riders wave to the photographer towards the end of the Kali River Rapids. This photo was taken back in 2002 during a trip for my eldest daughter’s Senior year. Each of my daughters brought a friend which allowed me to stay dry as I waited for them at the end of the Kali River … Continue reading "Soaked and Happy on Kali River Rapids"
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Riding the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster

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This week I am taking you on one of my favorite rides, the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. I know some people may have never ridden RnRC so here’s your chance. After waiting in the queue (hopefully you used FastPass), you are ushered into a recording studio where Aerosmith is … Continue reading "Riding the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Pixar

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Disney did one thing right when they teamed up, and later bought, Pixar Studios. Disney knew computer generated imagery (CGI) was the future of animated movie making. Pixar was not only ahead of every other studio in CGI but had the talent and creativity to produce good stories to go with the technology. With the … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Pixar"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Dinosaurs

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As far back as the original Fantasia animated movie, Disney has had a fascination with dinosaurs. Not surprising as most boys and girls (myself included) become infatuated with these creatures from Earth’s prehistoric past. Disney’s latest technological dinosaurs live in Animal Kingdom’s Dinosaur thrill ride where guests are whisked back to the Cretaceous period in … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Dinosaurs"
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Hanging around Test Track in Epcot

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A Test Track dummy hanging around the ride queue.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/15s, f/5.6, ISO 200, EV +0.3, 200mm focal length For my Disney Pic of the Week on Test Track, I caught this crash dummy hanging around the ride queue. He better be careful, they might put him in the barrier test with the guests for … Continue reading "Hanging around Test Track in Epcot"
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NFT

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Spiral Nutrient Film Technique seen during the Living with the Land ride.Nikon D70/50mm, 1/160s, f/6.3, ISO 200, EV +0.3 Spiral Nutrient Film Technique is a version of hydroponics and can be seen by taking the Living with the Land boat ride in Epcot’s The Land pavilion. NFT is just one way we can grow food … Continue reading "NFT"
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Nifty-Fifty

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The definition of a Nifty-Fifty is an inexpensive 50mm prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8. The Nikon 50mm f/1.8 and Canon 50mm f/1.8 both come in at under $140 and work on most Nikon and Canon digital SLR cameras. Most other camera systems have this focal length in a prime lens also. A … Continue reading "Nifty-Fifty"
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On-Ride Photos

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I do and I’m sure many of you do it. Using our cameras while on a Disney ride or attraction. In the past I’ve shared one on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Test Track. Please, if you attempt ride photography do not endanger yourself or anyone riding with you. I make sure I am securely … Continue reading "On-Ride Photos"
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