Kindness

I have visited with a special man, Co Kilkenny resident Pat “Patsy” Gibbons and his sweet pet foxes Grainne, Minnie and Henry. You can find their story in this article. I am going to see them again in summer.

Kindness in his eyes is flowing over straight to your heart. Every creature would feel safe in his protection.

It is OK to visit, but keep your numbers small (2-3 people), and bring a couple of chicken legs with you:)

Tip of the day: Taking pictures of your pets focus on the eye. Long hair sticking around the eyes can catch the focus and make the picture blurred, so make sure you try different angles.

Have a great day!

Some fun for my little one

I have had a busy week, but there are a few projects I wish to get done. The most important one is a series of pictures for my granddaughter’s birthday. The big adventures of Tinkerbell…

I want to share three pictures; they probably are not final, but you can get an idea…

Tip of the day: When taking pictures at home use all the light possible: flash light, computer screen, candles. Use any light surface as a reflector.

Have a great day!

St Patrick’s Day Parade, Carrick on Suir 2014

I want to share a few photos taken during the St Patrick’s Day Parade in Carrick on Suir. I love street photography.

Happy St Patrick’s Day to all!

Tip of the day: Use your widest lens for the street photography. To take these photos i used shutter speed about 1/800-1/1200 for the moving people, and 1/125 for standing. Remember to ask permission if you want to take close up pictures of children.

Have a great day!

Saint Patrick’s Day is near!

This is one of my favorite holidays! First, because I am very grateful that Saint Patrick took care of them snakes. And second, because I love the parades!

Every town is getting ready. I took this shot another night sneaking around the Old Friary in Carrick on Suir. The green light changed all the usual night colors, and coupled with the fog it made the streets look dreamy and mysterious.

Also, I have made a Patrick’s Day card.

Tip of the day: Name your photos meaningfully and store them by years. Don’t clutter your computer, don’t keep all those flowers and waves and sunsets. Keep one of each that you like the most.

Have a great day!

The weather for the soul

This beautiful fog was the reason I jumped out of my bed and run outside. Brought home a few good shots, including this taken using a slow shutter speed technique.

Tip of the day: Don’t focus on the darkest or the lightest areas of your composition.

Have a great day!