Tag Archives: nikon

Nikon 105mm Micro User Report

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Scott Thomas Photography

As I mentioned on Monday, I rented a Nikon 105mm f/2.8 VR Micro (macro) lens from LensRentals.com for a few days. I had never used a macro lens before so I did some research by reading reviews by Ken Rockwell … Continue reading →

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Close Up Photography 101

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Scott Thomas Photography

As I indicated in the Assignment 12: Close Up Photography announcement, you do not have to have a macro lens to participate.  There are many ways to create close up photographs which does not require expensive equipment. On most Point … Continue reading →

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Laker

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Scott Thomas Photography

Lake Freighter or Laker, originally uploaded by Scott Thomas Photography. __________________________ The Laker Canadian Leader before going under the 1000 Island Bridge on the St. Lawrence River near Clayton, New York. This ship is similar to the famous SS Edmund … Continue reading →

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HDR Strikes Back!

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Scott Thomas Photography

There I was facing a photographer’s nightmare. A great subject in late afternoon Sun causing deep shadows on one side and bright light on the other.  A range of “stops” I knew my camera was never designed to capture.  Then … Continue reading →

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View 109: On Webster Pond

Posted on January 25, 2010 by Scott Thomas Photography

Taking advantage of a warm and sunny January day, I visited Webster Pond just south of Syracuse, New York, to photograph the waterfowl who call it home.  I wanted to try and capture the faces and grace of the ducks … Continue reading →

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