Posts Tagged ‘mexico’

February 2010 Desktop Calendar

Feb 2010 1280X800

February’s 2010 Desktop Calendar is ready for download.


Stepping back to observe….

Coba Taxi

Whenever I visit an area with a ton of tourists I try to step back from the crowd and just observe. I think we miss a lot of photographic opportunities when we just follow along and get lost in the herd.


Good morning….

John Batdorff's Blog

What I love about my e-reader is it allows me to travel with some of my favorite photography books without all the bulk.


Getting into the groove….

Tulum Dancer

Whenever I travel the first day out with the camera can be the worst. It’s not uncommon for me to take a few days to warm up to my surroundings. To unthaw I typically try to focus my first day of shooting at public events or parks.


Mexico

Hostel in Playa del Carmen

I’ve been in Mexico for a couple of days now, and it’s taken me a bit to get in the groove of things, but I’m starting to relax and enjoy myself. And the winners of the super cool lens cloths are…


GIMP- Free image editing software

Cozumel Iguana

I wouldn’t say GIMP is an Adobe Photoshop killer by a long shot, but it’s definitely an alternative for those looking to do more than just crop their images. Not to mention you can’t beat the price – FREE.