fun ideas in photography
For years I've been bored with photographing fireworks. Fighting the crowds to get a good spot, dealing with hot and humid July weather, bugs, crying children… the list goes on. I'd rather stay home and chill-out with the Mrs. – UNTIL NOW! …
Fireworks photos with a unique twist… these aren't your mamma's snapshots!Read More »
Fireworks photos with a unique twist… these aren’t your mamma’s snapshots! Read More »
This video shows before-and-after photos that were blurry and then fixed with Topaz Sharpen AI. It does not show how to fix them with the software but only the final results.
It only takes a couple of clicks to fix an out-of-focus or blurry photo within the software so that’s why it isn’t demonstrated here.
If you want to try it before you buy it, click here: Topaz Labs “Sharpen” software …
In 2009, I was asked by the North Ridgeville Rotary Club to donate my photography services for their 2010 Calendar. They sold it as a club fundraiser.
After meeting with members of the club, I suggested doing some “unusual” shots featuring a different member each month. I wanted the calendar to become a collector's item because of the fun photos I had in my “mind's eye.” …
We Created Fun Photos for the 2010 North Ridgeville Rotary Club CalendarRead More »
We Created Fun Photos for the 2010 North Ridgeville Rotary Club Calendar Read More »
Every now-and-then, a rare opportunity comes along that you just gotta grab. For me, it was a flight on an “experimental” airplane that my neighbor, Bob Kelly, built in his garage a couple years ago.
Amateur-built aircraft are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as “Experimental.” Per FAA regulations, if an individual builds at least 51 percent of an aircraft, it is eligible to be registered in the amateur-built category. …
Unique 360° Aerial View of Cedar Point Amusement Park From Experimental PlaneRead More »
Unique 360° Aerial View of Cedar Point Amusement Park From Experimental Plane Read More »
This video highlights photos taken at Schoepfle Gardens – a park in Birmingham, Ohio in the Lorain County Metro Parks system.
Schoepfle Gardens is truly beautiful – 70 acres of botanical gardens and natural woodland bordered on one side by the Vermilion River. The gardens feature collections of rhododendrons, roses, cannas, hosta, shade plants, and a variety of shrubs, topiaries and trees. …
Schoepfle Gardens – Lorain County Metro Parks Read More »
Waaaay back in 1996, I photographed the late Fred Griffith and Connie Dieken of WEWS “The Morning Exchange” in Cleveland. Fred passed away at the age of 90 yesterday (July, 19, 2019).
In the summer of 1996, I photographed Fred and Connie in vintage costumes at various shops at Grand Pacific Junction in Olmsted Falls to promote the city's annual Heritage Days festivities. …
A Funny Moment with Fred Griffith of WEWS “The Morning Exchange” in ClevelandRead More »
A Funny Moment with Fred Griffith of WEWS “The Morning Exchange” in Cleveland Read More »
Total Solar Eclipse 2017: A Guide to Viewing and Photographing it — Hudson Henry Photography
Here's a great video with tips and tricks to view the August 21st, 2017 total solar eclipse. The sun will cross the U.S. from Oregon to South Carolina. This rare event is a great opportunity for photographers – both amateur and professional.
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How to Photograph the Total Solar Eclipse on 8/21/17Read More »
How to Photograph the Total Solar Eclipse on 8/21/17 Read More »
Call it “midlife crisis” or just a little insanity. Last Saturday was my latest “bucket list” moment as I joined dozens of Northeast Ohioans for the 2015 Arctic Plunge at Edgewater Park near downtown Cleveland.
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Cleveland Arctic Plunge – Another one for the “bucket list”Read More »
Cleveland Arctic Plunge – Another one for the “bucket list” Read More »
Over the years, I've found some of the best portraits require climbing a ladder or laying on the floor or ground.
Olmsted Falls High School class of 2015 student, Tori Pishkula, her mom, Colleen, and I set out for a “photo safari” in The Flats near downtown Cleveland this summer to create something a little different for Tori's senior portraits.
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Low camera angles can add visual interest to portraitsRead More »
Low camera angles can add visual interest to portraits Read More »
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