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Embrace the Crowds at Tourist Attractions

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Scott Thomas Photography

Last week I talked about Beating the Crowds at popular Tourist Attractions.  This week I look at photographing at these busy locations from a completely different angle.  If you have followed this blog for any length of time you know … Continue reading →

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Wildlife Bucket List

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Scott Thomas Photography

When I travel to areas where I know I will have an opportunity to photograph wildlife, I research the area and make a list of the species I want to try and find.  The list I made for my trip … Continue reading →

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A Monumental Portrait

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Scott Thomas Photography

To accomplish this photo I set up my camera on a tripod and used a remote shutter release.  I set the Nikon 28-300VR lens to 28mm knowing I would crop it later to suit the subjects.  I used manual mode … Continue reading →

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View 144: Mount Rushmore

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Scott Thomas Photography

Is there a unique photo of Mount Rushmore National Memorial to be had?  I heard every shutter sound at the memorial and it is a slow time of year.  Thousands of photos were taken in the few hours I spent … Continue reading →

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